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Planning & Building

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Latest News

Local projects and events thrive with Colac Otway’s Grants Program

Published on 26 June 2025

A total of 73 local projects will share in $338,500 from the Colac Otway Shire Council Grants Program.

Responsible budget to fund community priorities

Published on 26 June 2025

Colac Otway Shire Council has endorsed a responsible budget that maintains a focus on delivering essential services and asset renewal.

Public Notices | Friday 20 June 2025

Published on 20 June 2025

Read about upcoming works, tenders and other public announcements in Council's public notice which usually appears in the Colac Herald every Friday.
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Have Your Say

Expression of Interest (EOI) to Host Australia Day Event

On display until 11 August 2025

Colac Otway Shire Council invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from community groups, service clubs, businesses, or not-for-profit organisations to host an inclusive, family-friendly community event in the shire on Australia Day, 26 January 2026.

Draft Birregurra Structure Plan 2025

On display until 11 August 2025

Have your say on the Draft Birregurra Structure Plan 2025.

Meredith Park Community Consultation

On display until 01 August 2025

Have your say on the future of Meredith Park camping.
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Upcoming Events

Ziibo Art Gallery

30 June 2025

An amazing space to view local original art and unique lifestyle products

All-Girls Auskick 10-Week Program

02 July 2025

AFL Victoria is delivering an All-Girls Auskick Program in Colac, starting Wednesday, 30 April 2025 at Central Reserve from 4-5pm. The program is open to girls aged 4-12, and will run for 10-weeks.

Christmas in July 2 Day Town Sale

04 July 2025

Bargains galore across two days at heaps of Colac businesses! Plus a family fun zone on Saturday 5 July.
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Works & Projects

Colac Bike Park Consultation and Concept Design

Consultation and design concepts including site selection, development of concept designs and cost estimates.
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What's happening in my area?

Bluewater Leisure Centre

Bluewater is a modern, first-class aquatic centre, gym and stadium complex.

COPACC

COPACC is the Colac Otway Shire's premier theatre, function centre and gallery space.

Colac Otway Connection

Read the latest edition of Council's newsletter - Colac Otway Connection.

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