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22/12/2025

Fantastic displays around town yet again this year.

22/12/2025

And the Christmas Lights Bus is on its way. Congratulations to our ‘door prize’ booking winner tonight Matt Daniels.

20/12/2025

Colac Otway Shire Council is making it easier for residents to manage recycling during the busy festive season by offering weekly recycling kerbside (yellow lid) collections and free glass disposal throughout December and January.

Weekly Recycling Collections
To help households recycle more over the holidays, Council will provide additional recycling kerbside (yellow lid) collections for hard plastics, aluminium and steel cans, and paper and cardboard.
• Week One areas: Extra collections start Monday 22 December and continue through to the end of January.
• Week Two areas: Extra collections start Monday 29 December and continue through to the end of January.

Free Glass Disposal
Council is also offering free glass disposal at the following locations from Monday 29 December until the end of January 2026:
• Transfer Stations: Apollo Bay, Alvie, Birregurra
• Drop-off Facilities: Beech Forest, Carlisle River, Gellibrand, Lavers Hill
These services aim to reduce waste and support recycling during the holiday season.
For more information, including collection calendars and facility opening hours, visit www.colacotway.vic.gov.au/extra-waste or contact Council’s Customer Service team by calling 5232 9400.

19/12/2025

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19/12/2025

Our volunteers are at Bunnings today cooking up a storm. Pop in for a snag and a drink to support OCR FM community radio station.

19/12/2025

Colac Otway Shire Council has introduced a new online booking system for campers at Meredith Park.
The new platform will allow Council officers to better prepare for peak visitation periods and improve the scheduling of essential services such as waste collection and emptying the septic system to accommodate busy times.
It will support management of the campground by providing accurate information about visitor numbers and occupancy, helping Council respond quickly and effectively if required.
Meredith Park is a popular destination, attracting both campers and day visitors. The area offers opportunities for boating, kayaking, and enjoying the natural surrounds.
Council Chief Executive Officer Andrew Tenni said Council is investing in a detailed management plan for the reserve.
“The new booking system is one of the improvements identified in community feedback conducted earlier this year.
“Meredith Park remains a free camping destination and if you’re planning to stay longer than a day, jump online and book your campsite,” he said.
“Introducing the new booking system means we can better plan for busy periods and ensure essential services are in place, improving safety and comfort for everyone who enjoys Meredith Park," Mr Tenni said.
To help manage demand and maintain services, campers who plan to stay longer than 24 hours must make a booking through the new system. Campers can stay at the site for up to 14 days.
The new booking system gives campers the knowledge they need to enjoy Meredith Park responsibly, while helping us maintain a safe, comfortable, and family-friendly setting for all.
For more information or to make a booking, visit

Spend nights under the stars in the Colac Otway Shire. Apply for a camping permit for Meredith Park campground and all other council-managed sites.

18/12/2025

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