Planning application
Councillors back tourist pod plan
A tourism development near the coast at Johanna has received the green light, despite concerns about its potential impact on the iconic coastal landscape.
Liquor licence plan for ten-pin centre
Colac Tenpin Bowl could soon be serving alcohol to customers, if a permit gets Colac Otway Shire Council’s approval.
Bruce Street subdivision opposed
A planning permit for a multi-lot subdivision in Colac is facing opposition, with Colac Otway Shire Council looking into the application’s next steps.
Rooftop bar plan and parking cut for Bay pub
The Apollo Bay Hotel could get bigger, with the owners seeking planning approval for a rooftop bar and permanent beer garden, plus a reduction in car parking.
Central Colac billboard plans
Colac’s Murray Street could soon have an electronic billboard, if a planning application gets the council’s approval.
Furniture shop takes over play centre
The former site of Colac’s Kidz Kingdom play centre could be home to a furniture store and warehouse, if a planning application goes ahead.
BEECHY’S GAIN: Housing estate would provide new route for rail trail
New plans for a major subdivision at Elliminyt have also revealed a new off-road route for the Old Beechy Rail Trail.
Tanker depot ditched: Company cancels Colac West project
A major milk transport company has walked away from a $3.5-million trucking development at Colac West.