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Published on 28 November 2025
Colac Otway Shire Council is seeking expressions of interest (EOI) from mobile food vendors with unique and exciting menus to participate in our Summer Food Truck Trial.
Read about upcoming works, tenders and other public announcements in Council's public notice which appears in the Colac Herald every Friday.
Published on 27 November 2025
Public submissions will play a significant role earlier in the process as Colac Otway Shire Council seeks ideas for the 2026-27 Budget.
On display until 30 January 2026
Help Colac Otway Shire Council develop the 2026-2027 Council Budget.
13 December 2025
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
Christmas by the Lake is back for 2025 and it’s our biggest year yet!
14 December 2025
Enjoy a fabulous day in Birregurra and visit our market. Walk along our Main Street and enjoy our wonderful local traders. Stay for lunch, shop at the market and the kids can enjoy our new Playground.
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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.
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