Information for communities affected by the current fire and flood emergency events. This information is updated regularly.
Colac Otway Emergency Events - January 2026
Information for communities affected by the current fire and flood emergency events.
Use Council's Submit a Request form to alert us to your non-urgent issue or concern.
Information to prepare for this Fire Season including emergency contacts and fire prevention.
Find out how to contact Colac Otway Shire Council 24 hours/7 days.
Find the date of the next council meeting, read the agenda and access the minutes of past meetings.
Information about your rates, pay your rates online or lodge a valuation objection.
View current employment opportunities and tender information.
Rubbish collection and recycling information.
Building and planning information.
Published on 22 December 2025
The Elliminyt Wetlands project is taking shape with work continuing on the key development which will open up land for housing in Colac.
Published on 19 December 2025
A new booking platform for campers visiting Meredith Park is now available.
Read about upcoming works, tenders and other public announcements in Council's public notice which appears in the Colac Herald every Friday.
On display until 30 January 2026
Help Colac Otway Shire Council develop the 2026-2027 Council Budget.
26 January 2026
Cressy Aerodrome 2026 Australia day event.Historical displaysLive music.Food and drinks availableTiger Moth flights and more.This year we are hosting the Colac/Otway Citizenship ceremony, welcoming our newest Australians to our great country.
28 January 2026
Event and course information is available on the event website and will be regularly updated. All efforts are being made to minimise the impacts to those residents and businesses located on the course and therefore the traffic planning will continue to be fine-tuned right up to the event. Using the information on the website and planning your travel times accordingly will help.
31 January 2026
We’re looking for diverse voices (14-25yrs) to represent youth in our region.Gain invaluable experience workingalongside leaders and make a difference!• Advise on youth programs &policies• Ensure youth perspectivesshape decision-making• Design & evaluate youth-ledprojects/ events• Foster communityengagement & collaboration
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Bluewater is a modern, first-class aquatic centre, gym and stadium complex.
COPACC is the Colac Otway Shire's premier theatre, function centre and gallery space.
Read the latest edition of Council's newsletter - Colac Otway Connection.