Microsoft Outage

Council's systems are currently disrupted by the worldwide Microsoft outage.
If you are trying to contact Council. please be patient. Customer Service centres at Colac and Apollo Bay are open if your would like to speak to our friendly staff in person.

Local Government Elections

Local Government Council elections are held every four years.

The next Victorian local council elections will be held by postal ballot in 2028.

Election Period

During a period of time before the election Council are restricted on what information they can promote, what business it can conduct and what decisions it can make.

Information for Voters

Information for people eligible to vote in the 2028 Local Government elections.

Information for Candidates

Are you interested in running for Council? Find out what you need to do to stand for Council in the Colac Otway Shire.