Articles tagged: Tourism
Explore city through new information screens
Two new interactive digital information screens have popped up in Colac, providing residents and visitors with a new way to connect with the region and its offerings.
Residents to help map Corangamite’s tourism
Corangamite Shire residents are invited to join a new reference group that plans to strengthen tourism in the shire.
Reserve’s tents now open
Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve’s “glamping” tents have officially opened as part of a $5-million investment in the coastal town’s reserve.
New Apostles view is complete
A new Visitor Experience Centre at the Twelve Apostles has hit a major milestone, with the structural completion of a rooftop lookout.
New campaign boosting accessible tourism
A new tourism campaign has launched to promote accessibility encourages businesses to cater for all needs across the coast and Otways hinterland.
Local park’s international recognition
A Colac holiday spot has been named among the top 10 per cent worldwide.
Council scraps bus parking
Proposed bus parking in Colac’s Murray Street will not go ahead, Colac Otway Shire Council says.
Events linked to better wellbeing
New research has found that frequently attending in-person events can significantly boost wellbeing.
Colac could be key to attraction
A coastal tourism body says Colac could play the key role of hosting accommodation and attractions that will pull visitors to the region.
TOP TOURISM: Great Ocean Road continues to charm domestic visitors
The Great Ocean Road is the top destination for domestic tourists in Victoria when it comes to overnight spending, recent data reveals.
Funding remains for tourism body
Colac Otway Shire Council has backflipped on a decision to reduce its funding for a coastal tourism body.
Authority finalises Kennett River plan
A plan guiding the future of tourism at Kennett River has been approved.
North of shire a tourism focus
Colac Otway Shire Council has reduced its investment in a coastal tourism body by $20,000 but wants increased promotion of the shire north of the Otways.
Gold medal for Timboon’s top tourism
Timboon has taken out the gold medal for the TAC Victorian Top Tiny Tourism Town for this year.
Hub feasibility funding consideration
A potential decision today to seek government funding could be the first step to create a "cultural and tourism hub" with at least four-star tourist accommodation in Colac's CBD.
Crowd to double this weekend
Colac Basketball president Troy Parker says the Colac Bulla Classic tournament was a huge success for the whole region and this weekend will be even bigger.
Chinese tourists set to return
Colac Otway tourism businesses hope to see Chinese tourist numbers return to pre-COVID levels, with the country permitting its citizens to visit Australia.
Cancellation set to hit regions
The State Government’s cancellation of the 2026 Commonwealth Games has left country Victorians disappointed, and feeling as though an opportunity to showcase regional Victoria has gone begging.
Motel keeping busy in winter
The Colac district was relatively busy for the King’s Birthday long weekend, with one motel almost fully booked.
Apostle views improve for visitors
A new lookout platform is taking shape at the Twelve Apostles, with contractors using a crane to position the new Saddle Lookout.
Opening hours slashed at Colac visitor centre
Colac's Visitor Information Centre will cut it's hours again, but a former volunteer says he's disappointed with the move.
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.
Port Campbell impresses with its friendly nature
An online travel agency has awarded Port Campbell with the title of Australia’s most welcoming town, thanks to traveller reviews.
Brilliant tourism season
An Apollo Bay business says warm and sunny summer weather is to thank for a “brilliant” school holiday season along the Great Ocean Road.
