Local Government
Harbor and lighting contracts awarded
A Birregurra sports lighting project and major Apollo Bay design works can get underway, with Colac Otway Shire Council awarding contracts for both works.
Cr Kate Hanson re-elected as Colac Otway mayor
A housing shortage, worker crisis, lack of childcare and COVID recovery are top issues for Colac Otway Shire Council’s leadership, including re-elected mayor Kate Hanson.
Mayor to talk with minister
Surf Coast Shire mayor Libby Stapleton will represent the region in a state advisory panel.
Stadium and cinema present challenges for councillors
CONFIRMING an opening date for Bluewater’s problem-plagued basketball stadium is among the challenges facing Colac Otway Shire’s new councillors.
Candidate aims to boost pride
Colac businessman Jason Schram says he would work to restore people’s pride in Colac Otway Shire Council if elected as a councillor.
Theatre founder will nominate
Colac district farmer and arts leader Andrew Beale wants to be the community’s voice and connect residents and ratepayers with Colac Otway Shire Council.
New candidate in council race
Birregurra’s Daryl Collins has only been in the district for two years but he believes his fresh approach and business background could provide a welcome boost to local government.
COUNCIL BUDGET: Rate increase capped without service cuts
COLAC and district homeowners will face an average council rates and charges increase of about $45 next financial year, with rating increases capped at 2.5 per cent.