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Careers

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Fire & Emergencies

Information to prepare for this Fire Season including emergency contacts and fire prevention.

Otway Complex Fires - Recovery Resources

Recovery resources for communities affected by the January 2026, Otway Complex bushfires.

Latest News

Colourful new public art to celebrate Lake Colac’s natural beauty

Published on 09 November 2026

Renowned mural artist Hayden Dewar will transform a familiar Lake Colac foreshore feature, with the public toilet block to become a canvas for a vibrant piece of community art.

Carp removal makes an impact

Published on 06 November 2026

Around 40 tonnes of dead carp have been removed from Barongarook Creek over the past week, with clean-up efforts focused on sections closest to homes and built-up areas.

Community invited to help shape the future of Bluewater Leisure Centre

Published on 02 November 2026

Colac Otway Shire Council is inviting the community to provide their feedback, views and ideas as part of a broad ranging service review in relation to the Bluewater Leisure Centre.

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Have Your Say

Disposal of Property - Warrion

On display until 02 December 2026

Council is seeking community feedback on the proposed disposal of the property at 10 Glenn Street, Warrion.

Bluewater Service Review

On display until 18 November 2026

Council is undertaking a service review of Bluewater Leisure Centre and we're inviting members, user groups and visitors to tell us what's important to them.

Disposal of Property - Barongarook Hall

On display until 02 December 2026

Council is seeking community feedback on the proposed disposal of the property at 280 Barongarook Road, Barongarook.

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Upcoming Events

This free 6-week program will build the skill to tune into your teen’s emotions through emotion coaching techniques. We’ll cover topics such as emotional regulation and self-care, understanding and responding to adolescent behaviour, understanding adolescent development, managing behavioural issues & building positive parenting practices to strengthen emotional connections.

Last Days Workshop: navigate death, dying and end-of-life care

11 November 2026

Join us for the Last Days Community Workshop - 9am-12pm Wednesday 11 November at Colac Bowling Club. Led by a palliative care specialist - this free workshop is designed to help people navigate conversations and decisions around death, dying and end-of-life care. Includes a light morning snack, tea and coffee.

FREE Mental Health First Aid Training

11 November 2026

Participants must attend all four evening sessions

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Works & Projects

Apollo Bay Road Reconstruction

Colac Otway Shire Council has awarded a major contract to deliver four significant road reconstruction projects in Apollo Bay, forming part of Council’s $7 million investment in sealed road upgrades across coastal townships in the 2025-26 financial year.

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