News & Media

Keep in touch with the latest news and important announcements from Colac Otway Shire.

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Botanic Gardens Pond Vandalised

Published on 04 September 2025

Council is urging the community to contact police with any information regarding recent vandalism of the Colac Botanic Gardens Pond.

Tagged as: , Community Safety, Media Releases

Empowering young creatives in Colac Otway

Published on 01 September 2025

Budding performers, stage techs and promoters can hone their creative and event management skills thanks to Colac Otway Shire Council and Victoria’s Youth Fest.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Children & families, Media Releases

Public Notices | Friday 28 August 2025

Published on 29 August 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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Governance Rules open for community feedback

Published on 27 August 2025

Council is inviting community feedback on proposed amendments to its Governance Rules, last updated in 2024.

Tagged as: , Media Releases, Community Consultation

Council appoints new CEO

Published on 26 August 2025

Colac Otway Shire has appointed Andrew Tenni as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases

Public Notices | Friday 22 August 2025

Published on 22 August 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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Grant to address food insecurity & transform food systems in shire

Published on 19 August 2025

Colac Otway Shire Council has secured a grant to transform over 1.5 acres of underutilised land at Colac Secondary College into a thriving regenerative community farm.

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Protecting iconic fountains for future generations

Published on 19 August 2025

Restoration work will soon start on two iconic fountains in Colac, as Colac Otway Shire Council protects and enhances them for the future.

Tagged as: , Community Safety, Health & Lifestyle, Media Releases

$800,000 project supports sustainable tourism growth at Forrest

Published on 15 August 2025

A new wastewater system and car parking are supporting sustainable growth at the Forrest Holiday Park, whilst also adequately catering for the town’s public toilet.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy, Community Safety, Health & Lifestyle, Media Releases

Planning Decision for Murray Street Restaurant

Published on 14 August 2025

Colac Otway Shire Council has supported a proposed Hungry Jack’s outlet in Colac.

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