Colac Otway Shire

Free English Language classes, face-to face and online options

Community groups 

Withdrawals, deposits, balance enquiries at participating Australia Post offices. 

Group promoting and protecting interests and welfare of community members of Birregurra township and district 

Our rich calendar of events brings people together to celebrate the diversity of our communities and showcase some of the most picturesque landscapes in Victoria.

Community Profile of Colac Otway Shire

Family friendly sailing club for skill development and competing in a relaxed environment. 

Clubs, groups and businesses directory

• Information and resources on renting laws and regulations, with many different language options.
• Legal and dispute support.

We deliver the following programs supporting new arrivals to the Colac region: Regional Settlement Support, Reconnect Program and Learning Support Program for Primary and Secondary Students. You can find us on 34 Connor Street, Colac.

The department is responsible for child protection, prevention of family violence, housing, disability, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, and the offices for Women and Youth.

Discover Victoria's regions and what they have to offer. 

Real estate market data & demographic information, renting and buying properties. 

Help if you are homeless or at risk of homelessness or family violence. 

Support for women and Children affected by family violence.

A range of English as an Additional Language ( EAL ) programs to support pathways to further study or employment. 

Diverse range of activities to empower girls aged 5-17

Work and study support for youth, online and in person. 

• Welcome to the Colac Otway Shire
• Families and children
• Community groups
• Business
• Events

High quality, free careers and training advice 

A Justice of the Peace  is an authorised person who helps with official documents.

They can:

• Witness and sign legal documents.
• Certify copies of original documents as true copies.
• Witness statutory declarations and affidavits.

Kids helpline is FREE (even from a mobile) confidential online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5-25, offering support in the areas of family, friends, life issues, school, health and relationships.

Call 1800 55 1800, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year 

Funded by the Commonwealth and Victorian governments, we provide free legal information and advice to Victorians. 

Let's talk Foundation promotes mental health literacy and aims to reduce suicide rates by providing early intervention, education and fostering open conversations. 

The Triple Zero (000) service is the quickest way to get the right emergency service to help you. You can contact Police, Fire or Ambulance in life threatening or emergency situations.

Settlement related information advice, advocacy and assistance to access mainstream services that helps migrants to plan and meet their own needs.

Visas, migration to Australia, relocation checklists, settlement support

Neighbourhood house

Free professional health advice from anywhere in Victoria 24/7, Nurse on Call 1300 60 60 24

OCR FM is Colac and Southwest 's non=profit community radio station broadcasting 24/7 and run entirely by volunteers. 

Free community weekly 5 km run/walk 

 Find a playgroup near you. 

Real Estate, renting and buying property 

Information, services and other tools for refugees, people seeking asylum and those working with and supporting them.

Our Refugee & Immigrant Health services provide dedicated support for individuals and families who are newly arrived in Australia, helping them navigate the health system, understand their wellbeing needs and settle confidently into life in the Ballarat region.

Australia's largest provider of free specialist legal assistance to people seeking asylum, refugees and disadvantaged migrants. 

Immediate support for anyone experiencing family and domestic violence.

FREE call 1800 015 188

Scouts offer fun development activities to build resilient and confident youth aged 5-25. 

• Centrelink
• Medicare
• Veterans Information Service

The Sexual Assault Crisis Line Victoria (SACL) offers a state-wide, after-hours, confidential telephone crisis counselling service for people who have experienced sexual assault in the last 2 weeks throughout Victoria. 

FREE call 1800 577 011

If in immediate danger call 000

Getting a skills assessment

Connecting young people with education, training and employment in South West Victoria

Number 1 education and training provider in south-west Victoria, South West TAFE (Technical And Further Education)

An art hub running creative sessions, workshops, exhibitions and providing Makers Space to the members. 

Help for people who are experiencing or using family violence or need support with care and wellbeing of children and young people.

In emergency call 000

The Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) provides language services for people with limited English proficiency and organisations that support them. 

Immediate phone interpreting service is available 24 hours a day, every day of the year by calling 131 450. The majority of TIS National services are free to non-English speakers

All travel information in one place-public transport, roads, cycling and walking

Centralised website for Victorians to find emergency information and warnings

• Prepare and get ready
• Incidents and warnings
• Relief and recovery

• Getting driving licence
• Converting interstate and overseas licences
• Vehicle registration
• Buying/selling vehicles and vessels, roadworthy certificates

• Crime prevention and safety information
• Law enforcement and legal services
• Public services and support  

Planning walks in Victoria, scenic walking routes 

Compare your energy costs with the Victorian Government's Independent comparison site. 

The Victorian Rural Women's Network is a free, supportive and inclusive group of rural and regional women who connect, share skills and empower each other. 

A collaborative place-based initiative to ensure local labour markets work well for all Australians, in partne