Articles tagged: COPACC

Mixed views on COPACC lease
Colac Otway Shire Council will hear from the community before it makes a final call to lock in a lease with an international entertainment company set to take over operations at the Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre.

Have say on major facility
A proposal to lease COPACC to a major events company has triggered a wave of public opinion.

Speakers capture Colac audience
Former Colac district resident Melanie Faith Dove says her career as a photojournalist has taken her a long way from her family’s farm in the district.

Theatre’s future is on the agenda
Colac Otway Shire councillors will meet behind closed doors on Tuesday to discuss the future of the city’s public entertainment complex.

Shining a spotlight on women’s talent
Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre is set to host an inspiring afternoon in celebration of International Women’s Day.

Guess the three Aussie people
An artwork depicting three Australians figures has been touring the country for more than four decades and now Colac residents are invited to guess the identities.

Youth rock at COPACC
Colac Otway young people have relished the opportunity to organise and perform in the 2025 Youth Music Showcase.

Youth will rock house in Colac on Saturday
A music showcase designed and led by Colac Otway Shire youth is ready to rock the socks off audience members this weekend.

Businesses shining on red carpet
Colac and district’s night of nights has recognised and celebrated success stories of business in the region.

Days left to vote for youth photos
Colac Otway youth photographers have captured their view of everyday life, nature and community in the shire–and now it’s time to pick your favourite.

Youths rocking the local stage
Colac district’s young musicians and stage techs have honed their skills in a creative holiday workshop.

Colac resident makes it official
For Santi Santoso, the final piece of the puzzle in her Australian journey will fall into place today.

Historians celebrate milestone
The Colac and District Family History Group has marked 10 years of a unique project.

Council seeking new manager of COPACC
Colac Otway Shire Council will seek private operators for the Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre to improve its financial viability. The council endorsed the release of an expression of interest process for the lease of COPACC at the June council meeting. The potential lease will include the auditorium, cinema, meeting rooms, civic hall, […]

Council looks at outside operator for facility
Colac Otway Shire Council could test the waters to find a private operator to manage one of its biggest facilities.

A long passion for painting
Part of Irene Zappelli’s love for painting comes from showing young artists what they can achieve if they persevere with their passion.

All-abilities choir is ready to shine
After a successful concert last year, the Find Your Light all-abilities choir group is thrilled to be back for an eight-week musical journey.

Acrobats’ storytelling of Country
A story of re-discovering connection to the land is coming to Colac.

Breeder has birthday in Colac
Colac has hosted a workshop for a major seedstock producer that pulled attendees in from across the region and interstate.

Arts centre nominated
The Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre has been nominated for a national award.

Artist’s fantasy world on display
Valiant knights, magical unicorns, jokers, swans and snow goddesses. It’s a glimpse into Megan Black’s Whimsical Fantasy Art exhibition at Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre, marking her first solo display in her artist journey.

Families welcomed into city
New Colac families have soaked up a local welcome day aimed at connecting community members to essential services and support.

Comedians kick off regional tour
The Brown Women Comedy troupe is all about diversifying the comedy scene, and bringing laughter and relatability to audience members.

Piano pounding set for COPACC
Award-winning musician Damon Smith is back to bring a taste of the pioneers of rock ‘n’ roll piano to Colac.

