Council services following easing of restrictions

Published on 09 August 2021

Colac Otway Shire Council – update on services following easing of restrictions for Regional Victoria at 11.59pm Monday 9 August 2021.

As per advice from Victoria’s Chief Health Officer, the following COVID-19 restrictions apply across all Council facilities: 

- Masks must be worn indoors and outdoors

- You must check in at each venue

Council Customer Service

The Customer Service Centre in Colac will reopen to the public from 8.30am Tuesday 10 August. GORVIC and the Customer Service Centre in Apollo Bay will open from 9am Tuesday 10 August.

Colac Visitor Information Centre

While restrictions remain in place on interstate travel and travel from metro Melbourne, the Colac Visitor Information Centre will remain closed.

Bluewater Leisure Centre

Bluewater Leisure Centre, including gym, pool, and stadium will reopen to the public from 6am Tuesday 10 August. A density limit of 1 person per 4sqm will apply.

Group and aquatic fitness classes, swim school and childcare will recommence from Wednesday 11 August (pre-booking is essential).

Under current restrictions, access to 24/7 Gym remains closed.

Colac Regional Saleyards

Sales at Colac Regional Saleyards will reopen to the public for the fat sale this Thursday 11 August with social distancing and mask rules in place, in accordance with State Government COVID19 restrictions. 

COPACC                                                   

COPACC will reopen Tuesday 10 August, a density limit of 1 person per 4sqm will apply, in accordance with State Government COVID-19 restrictions.

Planning Committee Meeting

The Planning Committee meeting will be held virtually via videoconference on Wednesday 11 August at 2pm. The meeting will be livestreamed to the public via Council’s YouTube channel (search Colac Otway Shire Council at www.youtube.com)

For information on COVID-19 vaccination clinics and where to get a COVID-19 test in Colac Otway, please contact your GP or visit:

Stay up to date with Colac Otway Shire services online at Council’s website and Facebook page. Visit the Department of Health website at https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/ for COVID-19 restriction updates and further information.