Kennett River
Kennett caravan park plan approved
Kennett River’s caravan park will have a focus on sustainable tourism and biodiversity with more green open spaces and nature-based play areas.
Fire bunker and house proposed at Kennett
Plans for a two-storey house in a bushfire prone area along the Great Ocean Road also include a proposal for a fire safety bunker.
Residents back ban on coaches
Kennett River residents and visitors want better parking, shared paths, safer pedestrian crossings and landscaping to support native wildlife at the Kennett River.
Council backs Kennett bus change
Colac Otway Shire Council has agreed to restrict large tourist buses from the township of Kennett River, but the decision will have to get through the state’s transport authority first.
Kennett safety upgrades commended
Kennett River community groups say changes to parking and traffic movements has had a noticeable improvement in safety and congestion at Kennett River.
Car spaces, sign update at Kennett
Colac Otway Shire Council will implement temporary traffic management changes in central Kennett River this month.
Coastal weed reduction
The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority team has worked together to target invasive weeds and improve fire safety in Kennett River ahead of the peak summer period.
Safety speed limit drop at Kennett River
The speed limit in Kennett River’s centre will drop to 20 kilometres an hour to provide a safer experience for all road users.