Emergency Relief Centres

An Emergency Relief Centre (ERC) is operating at the Colac Showgrounds (Bruce Street, Colac) to support people affected by the nearby fire, including people from surrounding municipalities.

This ERC is accessible to people with animals (companion animals, horses etc.) and for people who are travelling with caravans.

This Emergency Relief Centre will be open 24-hours and people attending the ERC can access support and assistance as required.

A Drop-In Centre is now located at the Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre (COPACC).

The drop-in centre will provide

• WiFi
• Power for charging devices
• Public Toilets (including baby change facilities)
• Newspapers
• Tea and Coffee