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Council’s four wheeled footpath inspection commences soon

Published on 18 June 2026

A comprehensive inspection of Colac Otway Shire’s 164 km footpath network will be carried out using quad bikes fitted with mounted cameras to capture detailed footage.

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Survey points to overall improvement for Council

Published on 18 June 2026

Council released its 2026 Community Satisfaction Survey results this week, which show significant increases in areas such as spending of local funds, general direction and overall performance.

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Public Notices | Friday 12 June 2026

Published on 12 June 2026

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

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Council backs future of soccer with Colac Soccer Hub

Published on 02 June 2026

Colac Otway Shire Council has endorsed a feasibility study that sets a clear path for the future of football (soccer) in the region, paving the way for a new Colac Soccer Hub for the region.

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Caution required around roadworks near schools

Published on 29 May 2026

Council is encouraging motorists to travel safely around school zones during road safety upgrades in Colac over the next few weeks.

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Funding for Deans Creek Road and Pound Road intersection

Published on 29 May 2026

Council has received funding from the Victorian Government through the Safe Local Roads and Streets Program to make safety upgrades to the intersection of Deans Creek Road and Pound Road.

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Public Notices | Friday 29 May 2026

Published on 29 May 2026

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

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Short-Term Cinema Closure

Published on 28 May 2026

Colac Otway Shire Council is reassuring the community that the closure of the Colac cinema will be short-term, with the much loved service set to return as part of an improved and expanded offering.

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Review and provide feedback on Draft Economic Development Framework

Published on 27 May 2026

Colac Otway residents, businesses and community stakeholders are invited to provide feedback on Council’s Draft Economic Development Framework, now on public exhibition.

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Strong response to public art call across Colac Otway

Published on 27 May 2026

Colac Otway Shire Council has received a strong response to its recent call for public art, attracting strong interest from artists, community groups and organisations across the region and beyond.

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Council’s four wheeled footpath inspection commences soon

Survey points to overall improvement for Council

Public Notices | Friday 12 June 2026

Council backs future of soccer with Colac Soccer Hub

Caution required around roadworks near schools

Funding for Deans Creek Road and Pound Road intersection

Public Notices | Friday 29 May 2026

Short-Term Cinema Closure

Review and provide feedback on Draft Economic Development Framework

Strong response to public art call across Colac Otway

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