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Corangamite shire ready for council plan feedback
Corangamite Shire Council’s draft Council Plan 2025-2029 and multiple targeted strategies will be available for public feedback from Monday.
IT’S ANTI-SOCIAL: Council opposes state’s form of proposed housing
Colac Otway Shire Council has opposed plans for a 50-dwelling social housing development in Colac, asking for further talks with project managers.
Mayors meet with MP to oppose levy
Colac district CFA volunteers are warning about the financial and psychological impacts of a proposed levy hike that will disproportionately hit farmers.
Safety, traffic and noise concerns of proposal
A dangerous intersection, increased noise and inappropriate location are some of the reasons why Colac Otway residents are opposed to a Hungry Jack’s restaurant setting up in
Colac.
Councils back out of buying offsets
South-west councils are moving away from buying carbon credits and focusing on local initiatives to reduce emissions.
Bully barrier for councils
Victorian councillors are motivated to run for council to represent their community and enact change – but harassment and bullying are key factors in councillors choosing not to seek re-election, a new report says.
Council to provide input on accommodation
Colac Otway Shire Council will share its views on the development of temporary worker accommodation in Colac’s Miller Street for Colac Area Health.
Council site views drop
A website designed to help residents and ratepayers compare their councils is back online but has recorded lower page views due to the website being shut down for six months.
