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Published on 23 September 2025
Residents will enjoy safer, more connected streets as Council prioritises footpath upgrades where they’re needed most.
Cressy Aerodrome will host Colac Otway Shire’s 2026 Australia Day celebrations, in a day full of family fun, community connection and local pride.
Published on 22 September 2025
Colac’s Eastern Reserve oval will close for an upgrade over coming months as Colac Otway Shire Council works to enhance the playing surface.
On display until 04 November 2025
Colac Otway Shire Council is undertaking an Expression of Interest process to invite residents to be part of a Community Reference Group (CRG) to help Council with the review.
On display until 20 October 2025
The Road Safety Strategy aims to enhance safety for all road users, including speed management, road design, road rule enforcement and education.
On display until 07 November 2025
Council is seeking your feedback on a proposed initiative. to install new signage in front between Grant and Corangamite Streets, indicating “No Bus Parking” between 5.30pm and 9pm.
01 October 2025
This is an opportunity to provide community voice around how you get your food and why and what you would change to make it easier.
02 October 2025
School holiday activity
03 October 2025
Consultation and design concepts including site selection, development of concept designs and cost estimates.
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.