Articles tagged: Funding
BUDGET BLOW: State Government to ‘phase out’ critical P-12 funds
P-12 schools across the Colac Otway region are facing new blows to funding, despite some being set to welcome additional students in 2026.
Community’s funding plea
Four district neighbourhood house representatives have met with Polwarth MP Richard Riordan this week to campaign for much-needed funding to keep their doors open.
Tiny towns take note: funds now available
Community groups in Colac district’s tiniest towns are encouraged to apply for their chance at a $50,000 government grant.
Sports fund supporting local talent
Colac and district’s young sports stars can apply for vouchers to help pay for their sporting endeavours.
Rescue funds spent
Officials have confirmed that $550,000 for toilets and an ocean rescue shed at Apollo Bay has been spent elsewhere.
Boost GORCAPA funding
A Colac and district MP is demanding a funding increase for a coastal land management authority, to ensure it is well-equipped for a summer influx.
Local groups can pitch projects
Charitable groups across the shire could soon have the chance to share in local money for local needs.
Funding available to green-up Colac district
A new round of tree planting grants is now open and ready for Colac Otway groups and businesses to apply to green-up communities.
Funding remains for tourism body
Colac Otway Shire Council has backflipped on a decision to reduce its funding for a coastal tourism body.
Tiny Town fund boosts South Purrumbete reserve
A $50,000 Tiny Towns Fund grant is the latest boost for South Purrumbete Reserve’s rejuvenation, after years of community work.
District projects gain Tiny Town funding lift
A park restoration, surf lifesaving clubhouse transformation, trail resurfacing and interpretative signage have all received a funding boost from the State Government.
West upgrade gets full funding
Colac West Primary School will be able to deliver a key $10.2-million project after receiving full funding in the State Budget yesterday.
Corangamite grants open
Applications for Corangamite Shire’s grants have opened, with five funding programs for events, festivals, recreation programs, equipment and community projects.
West still waiting on funding clarity
A parent and school council representative says the community is still hoping for talks with the State Government about critical upgrade funding.
Dyson commits to unsafe road funds
Independent candidate for Wannon Alex Dyson has announced a new policy that aims to lock in increased funding for unsafe regional roads.
Wetlands project needs additional $1.3 million
A funding switcheroo could allow Colac Otway Shire Council to deliver the Elliminyt Wetlands project and the Bluewater Electrification project, after the wetlands project fell $1.3 million short in funds.
Farmers welcome support: Colac region eligible for drought package
Larpent farmer and Dairy Farmers Victoria president Mark Billing has welcomed State Government drought assistance for struggling south west farmers but says decent rainfall is still needed for the ultimate relief.
Council news in brief
The latest news from the Colac Otway Shire Council meeting.
LET OUR FURRY FRIENDS RUN: Community calls for dog park
Fifteen passionate pooches and their owners caught up at Central Reserve on Friday to campaign for an off-lead dog park in Colac.
Plans to enhance road safety
Colac Otway Shire Council is hoping to enhance the safety of roads in the shire through $2 million in State Government funding.
Boost for potential Colac dog park
A dog park for Colac’s furry friends could be back on the agenda with the State Government offering $5 million in funding to local councils to build and renew dog parks across the state.
Proposed G21 funding cut lacks support
“We don’t have anything, yet here we are spending money that officers did not recommend, G21 did not ask for and will be an extra $20,000 year after year after year.”
Campaigners applaud decision
Climate Action Team members filled the council chamber this week, erupting into applause when the council decided to apply for funding for the full electrification of council’s largest gas consumer Bluewater.
Support for applications
Colac Otway Shire councillors have unanimously endorsed funding applications for the Donaldson Street playspace redevelopment and five scoreboards at recreation reserves for the Regional Community Sports Infrastructure Fund.
