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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Hello and welcome to our 6th Edition of the Colac Chamber of

Commerce & Industry Business Newsletter.

Hello and welcome to our 6th Edition of the Colac Chamber of Commerce & Industry

Business Newsletter. We have now reached 1000 business emails on our Newsletter

Database which covers a wide diverse range of towns and landscape. We now cover towns

like Timboon, Cobden, Camperdown, and all towns in that area, we also cover right along

the coast from Lorne, Apollo Bay and Port Campbell then right through our amazing Otway

Ranges.

With our Business Newsletter, we endeavour to cover a diverse range of Business Topics,

Local News Stories, Local Events coming up, and so much more. If you have any feedback

at all please feel free to contact us via email admin@colacchmaber.com.au or via phone

(03) 5219 3901.

You can contact us via our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/colacchamber/ and

we will respond to your message in a very timely and efficient manner.

We are also hoping to start using MailChimp for our Newsletters but for now, we will

continue to develop them via Microsoft Word. If you don’t wish to receive our Business

Newsletters please make contact via Phone, Email or Facebook and will remove you from

our database.

COLAC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE &

INDUSTRY NEWSLETTER

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

TOMORROW NIGHT

Where – Colac Bowling Club (by the lake),

Armstrong Street, Colac.

When – Thursday 27th June 2019.

Time – 6.30pm to 8pm.

Please include names of all attendee’s and e-mail to admin@colacchamber.com.au.

The Launch will give Businesses the opportunity to find out everything about

this year’s Business Awards, as well as receiving their information &

nominations entry pack.

Colac Chamber of Commerce & Industry Staff will be on hand to answer all

your questions and inquires.

ON THE NIGHT

Guest Speakers.

Nibbles provided via a Grazing Table.

Complimentary drinks on arrival.

ANY INQUIRES PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT

The Colac Chamber of Commerce & Industry on

Phone: 03 5219 3901.

Address: 87 BROMFIELD STREET, Colac Victoria 3250.

Email: admin@colacchamber.com.au.

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

THANK YOU TO ALL COLAC OTWAY BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS

2019 SPONSORS

COLAC OTWAY BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2019

OBJECTIVES OF THE BUSINESS AWARDS

IMPORTANT TIMELINES FOR THE 2019 BUSINESS EXCELLENCE

AWARDS

WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBER OF THE COLAC CHAMBER OF

COMMERCE & INDUSTRY

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH NOMINATIONS

YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR

COLAC YOUTH HEALTH HUB

EVIE GRACE FOUNDATION

CRIME AND VANDALISM

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR LEASE

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE

COLAC REAL ESTATE AGENT AWARDS

REAL ESTATE AGENCY NEWS

COLAC BUSINESS UPDATES

PUBS TO BENEFIT

EXPANSION FOR BUNNINGS

TOURIST BOOST

COLES APPEAL

COLAC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY MEMBER OF THE

FORTNIGHT

CROSSXPOLLINATION 2019

COPACC

WHAT'S ON FOR THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

CONTENTS OF VOLUME 6

BUSINESS NEWSLETTER

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

MAJOR SPONSOR EVENT SPONSOR

MEDIA PARTNERS

GOLD SPONSORS

SILVER SPONSORS

COLAC TOYOTA / COLAC MOTOR GROUP / RICHARDSONS REAL ESTATE / CMTP

CORIO BAY SPORTS TREATMENT CLINIC / PRUDENTIAL CONVEYANCING / SPORTSPOWER

COLTEK COMPUTERS / IRREWARRA SOURDOUGH / INCOME SOLUTIONS /

BDH CONSTRUCTION / COLAC TAXIS / LANGDON CONTRACTORS

BRONZE SPONSORS

BAKERS DELIGHT / RAY CROFT / PROVINCIAL MEDIA

THANK YOU TO ALL

COLAC OTWAY BUSINESS EXCELLANCE

AWARDS 2019 SPONSORS

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

SATURDAY 26th OCTOBER @ COPACC

The Colac Otway Business Excellence Awards is a spectacular event which has

been developed and organized to reward and celebrate Colac Otway’s many

dynamic and innovative businesses.

This incredible event is now in its 23rd year with a launch on June 27th 2019

and culminating with a high-profile Gala Awards Dinner and the Ceremony

being held on October 26th.

The Colac Chamber of Commerce & Industry are delighted to announce that we

have teamed up with the Otway Harvest Trail and where we are working closely with

some of the regions amazing producers of locally sourced foods/wine/ciders and

Irrewarra Sourdough to form a variety of food hampers for each awards winner with

the Major winner receiving the largest hamper.

If you are a local small business that produced local quality foods/wines etc. please

contact the Colac Chamber of Commerce we will be more than happy to help and

assist you with any inquiries if you would like to be a part of the Business Awards

Winners Food Hampers.

T 03 5219 3901

E admin@colacchamber.com.au

COLAC OTWAY BUSINESS

EXCELLANCE AWARDS 2019

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Recognize and award Business excellence within their industry

Provide networking opportunities and assist businesses in sharing success

and developing new Business relationships

Add real value to the bottom line

Acknowledge, reward and encourage business activity, engagement and

growth

Provide the forum for Businesses to acknowledge and celebrate their

achievements and be recognized for their valued contribution to the

Community and

Encourage, Innovation, Business excellence and good corporate social

responsibility practices.

Official Launch and Nominations open – Thursday 27th June

Submissions to be in by – Thursday 8th August

Stage 1 Judging – Monday 12th August

Finalists Announced – Wednesday 28th August

Stage 2 Judging – Monday 2nd September

Tickets for the Gala Awards Night go on Sale – Tuesday 17th September

Gala Event – 26th October

IMPORTANT TIME LINES FOR THE

2019 BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS

OBJECTIVES OF THE BUSINESS AWARDS

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Address- 123 Murray Street

Colac, Victoria

Facebook -

https://www.facebook.com/Fabrics-at-123-

216012865584541/

Open – Monday to Friday 9.30am – 5.30pm

Saturday 9.30am – 12.30pm

Businesses & individual businesspeople are our key members. All members are given the

opportunity to contribute as much or as little of their time and skill set. It's all about strength

in numbers to discuss, plan and achieve goals that are mutually beneficial to local business

and the community.

If you are interested in becoming a member of the Colac Chamber of Commerce & Industry,

please let us know and we will be more than happy to send you our Membership Pack. In

this pack, you will get to know all the benefits of becoming a member, what the Chamber is

all about and what we stand for in the Community and Business Industry.

Owner Operator (0 full-time employees) $129 YR

Micro Business (1-3 full-time employees) $199 YR

Small/Medium Business (4-10 full-time employees) $299 YR

Large Business (11+ full-time employees) $399 YR

Individual Support Member (non-business) $29 YR

WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBER OF THE

COLAC CHAMBER OF COMERCE & INDUSTRY

JOIN THE CHAMBER TODAY !!

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

8 | COLAC HERALD Wednesday, March 27, 2019

Colac District Employee of the Month Darren Middleton says he is humbled and honoured to

be awarded Employee of the Month for the region. The Colac and District Chamber of

Commerce and Industry has named Charles Stewart’s David Middleton as the region’s top

employee for September 2018.

Mr. Middleton said he was thankful for the award but felt unworthy because he had only

been with Charles Stewart as a livestock consultant for two years. “It’s good fun at Charles

Stewart and it’s always good to work around farmers,” he said. “I’ve always had cattle since I

was a kid, so I’ve always known a lot about cattle, and I suppose I’ve got a bit of knowledge

of the district too. Mr Middleton went on to say “But I feel as though I’m not as worthy as

other people in the company, I rely on other people for the knowledge they have as well.”

Mr. Middleton’s added that he was a dedicated and knowledgeable in his work area, also

respectful, friendly, reliable and delivered serviced that exceeded expectations.

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Being named an employee of the month is an honour for many people.

Don't forget the Employee of the Month nominations is open now

EMPLOYEE OF THE

MONTH NOMINATIONS

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Hi there!

My name is Grace Tevelein.

I am 21 years old and a Colac local. I am currently studying my

Certificate 4 in Personal Training.

After 3 years of full-time work in Colac, I decided to follow my

passion for Health and Fitness, moving to Geelong to study full-

time and work part-time.

By the start of 2020, I would like to start my own small business in Personal Training

and Fitness. I can’t wait to finish my course in November 2019 to see where it takes

me.

I currently have my Certificate 3 in Beauty Services and am passionate about

Photography as well.

I hope that the people of Colac and surrounds can help me achieve my small

business goal.

If you know someone aged 15-19 tell them to fill

out the Mission Youth Survey online or at the

YHH before the 31st July to go in the running to

win movie tickets!

Be a part of the largest youth survey in Australia

and let us know what matters to young people in

the Colac Otway Shire.

See poster for details

YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR

COLAC YOUTH HEALTH HUB

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

On Friday 24th of May, the Evie Grace Foundation held a Ladies Night In at the

Colac Turf Club. 65 tickets were sold and over $3000 was raised which was donated

to the Reusable Menstrual Pad project that Evie Grace run in Kenya.

100% of the proceeds went towards supplying women in Kenya with reusable pads

and teaching them how to make them.

On the night we had local businesses set up to offer self-care services to everyone,

we had Revolution Health Centre offering massages, Otway Blooms with a floral

arrangement workshop, Sarah Waldron with Yoga and Lifestyle Coaching, Tessa

Kirkman with relaxation massages and Le Reve, Sue Edwards & John Dunne with

Tarot Card Readings, Rhea Sabine with makeup workshops and Sharon SUguilon &

Vanessa Oakley with Mini Facials using Rodan + Fields products.

We had lucky door prizes, raffles, nibbles and drinks, all of which was so generously

donated from local businesses.

Evie Grace Foundation has many amazing projects such as the Reusable Menstrual

Pad Project, Girl Child Mentorship; through our mentorship program in Kenya, we

educate girls about taboo topics such as child trafficking, child marriage, puberty &

menstruation, sexual abuse, domestic violence and female genital mutilation. Human

Rights Education; through visits to primary and

secondary schools, slums and remand centres we

educate children and youth about a range of topics.

Global Hope Rescue & Rehabilitation; provides a safe

home to former street boys that were living in

unimaginable conditions.

EVIE GRACE FOUNDATION

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

The centre houses over 100 boys and through constant support, the volunteers can

provide food, shelter, healthcare, education and love that many of the boys have

never experienced before.

If you would like to know more about the Evie Grace Foundation, please visit our

website eviegrace.org

We have a volunteer team in Colac and we are always looking for new members and

new fundraising ideas so if you think you would be keen to get involved, please

contact us through the volunteer section on our website.

Keep an eye out for our upcoming events!

You will see us at the Colac Cinemas next with an exciting movie fundraiser,

details to be updated soon so make sure you are following us on Facebook!

We are also working on a Wellness event and a sneaky wine tour in the

warmer months!

Thank you, Colac, for supporting this worthy cause!

EVIE GRACE FOUNDATION CONTINUED

Photo credit to Grace Tevelein

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

As I am sure you are all aware another small business in the centre of town @ around

2.30am on Friday Morning 14/6/19 had around $17,000 worth of stock stolen from their shop

in a smash and grab.

Small Business are finding it hard enough with how online shopping is playing a damaging

role with people buying more and more online. And then with criminal damage happening

more frequently how much more can small businesses take before they say enough is

enough.

Crime Stats Released As Colac Leads South West Coast

21 June 2019 | 06:54am - Source - https://www.mixx1063.com.au/articles/crime-stats-1/

The Crime Statistics Agency have released the latest Victoria recorded crime statistics, and

statewide crime figures have increased, Colac's localised figures also rising.

The Colac-Otway still leads the southwest coast significantly (excepting Warrnambool), with

6,138.5 incidents per 100,000 population, compared to 5,775.9 incidents in 2018.

Corangamite's incident rate currently sits much lower, at 3,032.2 per 100,000, as does the

Surf Coast's at 2,664.1.

Statewide in the last 12 months; assault is up 3.6%, robbery is up 6.4%, stalking and

harassment is up 10%, drug offences is up 12% and theft up 4.5%. The only decrease in

statewide figures relates to burglary and breaking and entering; down 13.8%.

Here is a link to a Business Security Information eKit which I found on Victoria

Police Website, it’s a lengthy document but well worth the read for all Businesses.

The Business Security Information eKit is specially developed to provide business

retailers with basic crime prevention advice to reduce the occurrence and cost of

crime to business and the wider community.

Source - https://www.police.vic.gov.au/business-and-commercial

CRIME AND VANDALISM TO COLAC &

SURROUNDS BUISINESSES

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Crime Stoppers –

Source - https://www.crimestoppers.com.au/facts-and-statistics

Facts and statistics

Crime Stoppers is a valuable community resource in crime detection, reporting and

prevention.

Our independence gives people the confidence and courage to report information.

In 2018, the national achievements included:

319,861 contacts via calls, website and other means

145,442 information reports passed to police

5,406 arrests resulting from the information reports

15,580 charges laid from those arrests.

Key Figures: Year ending 31 March 2019

Source - https://www.police.vic.gov.au/

Statewide figures – Year ending 31 March 2019

The number of criminal incidents recorded by Victoria Police in the year to 31 March

2019 was 387,157. This is up 2.0% from 379,396 incidents recorded in the same

period last year.

The number of offences recorded by Victoria Police in the year to 31 March 2019

was 515,682. This is an increase of 2.6% from 502,587 offences recorded in the

same period last year.

Alleged offender incidents increased 6.9% to 178,731 in the year to March 2019, up

from 167,214.

Victim reports increased in the year to 31 March 2019 by 0.4% (1,224) to 299,948

victim reports.

Family incidents increased in the year to 31 March 2019, up 8.0% from 75,257 to

81,252.

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Local Government Area level figures

Criminal Incidents – Year ending March 2019

The five Local Government Areas with the highest criminal incident rates in the year ending

March 2019 were:

Melbourne (14,767.7 incidents per 100,000 estimated resident population, down

6.7%)

Latrobe (13,193.5 incidents per 100,000 estimated resident population, up 5.8%)

Yarra (11,066.9 incidents per 100,000 estimated resident population, up 2.8%)

Mildura (9,865.1 incidents per 100,000 estimated resident population, up 13.5%)

Greater Shepparton (9,376.5 incidents per 100,000 estimated resident population, up

3.4%)

Recorded Offences –Year ending March 2019

The five Local Government Areas with the highest recorded offence rates in the year

ending March 2019 were:

Melbourne (19,696.9 offences per 100,000 estimated resident population, down

9.0%)

Latrobe (19,379 offences per 100,000 estimated resident population, up 8.8%)

Horsham (14,382.8 offences per 100,000 estimated resident population, up 16.0%)

Greater Shepparton (13,448.0 offences per 100,000 estimated resident population,

up 9.0%)

Yarra (13,292.6 offences per 100,000 estimated resident population, down 2.1%)

CRIME AND VANDALISM CONTINUED

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

High Profile Colac Showroom

Lease Price - $2,500 per month

Land Area - 1350 SQM

Floor Area - 300 SQM

Address - 331 Murray Street, COLAC, 3250

CHARLES STEWART REAL ESTATE

Address: 158 Murray Street, Colac Victoria 3250

Phone: 03 5231 5400

Ideal professional consulting rooms

Lease Price - $1,200 per month + GST

Outgoings - $3,400 p.a.

Address - 35 Bromfield Street Colac, VIC 3250

CHARLES STEWART REAL ESTATE

Address: 158 Murray Street, Colac Victoria 3250

Phone: 03 5231 5400

Former Girl Guides Hall-FOR LEASE

Lease Price - $500 PLUS GST PW

NO OUTGOINGS

Date Available: Thu 15-Aug-19

Improvements include a 9.9 x 18.5 m hall,

kitchen, office area, storage room and men's

and lady's toilets.

ADDRESS - 50 Queen Street, Colac 3250

RICHARDSON REAL ESTATE

Casey McDonald - Senior Property Manager

Phone - 03 5232 1800

Email - casey@hfrcolac.com.au

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR LEASE

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

MOTEL FOR SALE IN COLAC VIC 3250

35-39 MURRAY STREET EAST COLAC,

FOR SALE, $1,250,000

- 28 motel rooms cater to both individuals and families.

- Licensed 69 seat restaurant open Monday Thursday.

Resort Brokers

362 Montague Road, WEST END, QLD 4101

54 D BROMFIELD STREET, COLAC.

VACANT FREEHOLD BUILDING OPPORTUNITY

Inner CBD, Commercial 1 Zone, sited on a corner

location with two carparks.

Frontage onto Bromfield Street of 9.6 mt and

offering rear roller door access.

Colac Real Estate

Contact: Sandra 0409 523 540 or Roxanne 0428 502 781

“Lemon Twist Café”

FOR SALE - $80,000 plus GST

Address - Shop 9 /10 52 Bromfield Street

Property Type - Food/Hospitality for Sale

Business will be sold on a walk-in walk-out basis,

with the option to purchase some memorabilia items.

Colac Real Estate

Contact: Sandra 0409 523 540 or Roxanne 0428

502 781

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Congratulations to Alyssa and Jake who have successfully completed their course work to obtain their Agents Representative

Certificates.

Jake Theodore - Sales Specialist

Phone - 03 5232 1800

Email - jake@hfrcolac.com.au

Alyssa Luke - Sales Administration

Phone - 03 5232 1800

Email - alyssa@hfrcolac.com.au

A massive congratulations to Wayne Mackrell for re-qualifying into Captains Club,

which recognizes a huge 12 months of sales and puts him in the top 15% of

salespeople internationally for LJ Hooker.

Your passion for clients, the local community and the real estate industry are second

to none.

Thank you to all our lovely clients in helping us achieve this milestone.

Contact Wayne Mackrell

Email: wmackrell.colac@ljh.com.au

Phone (03) 52342 500

Address - 48 Murray Street, Colac VIC

3250

COLAC REAL ESTATE AGENT AWARDS

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Colac Real Estate is going MOBILE!

As from the 1st July, the Bromfield Street office will be a thing of the past, as we take

our clients into the way of the future.

No more leaving the comfort of your own home...we come to you – ANY

WHERE….ANY TIME.

Your property isn’t sold within an office, it is at the property, its face to face.

We hear you asking us these questions.......

Q. Aren't real estate agents essentially "mobile" anyway, what’s the difference?

A. Our new approach offers 100% comfort and convenience for our clients, 100 %

commitment - we'll be there for our clients each and every time, onsite whether that's

at their home, workplace or their favourite local café.

Q. If having no office is better, why don't all real estate agents do it?

A. All we can say is that we've always been committed to listening to our clients'

needs and providing them with solutions.

Colac Real Estate is taking a modern and progressive approach that is the way of

the future, allowing us more time to do what we do best - being on the road

introducing potential purchasers to your property.

Q. If you don't have an office, how will people find you or know that you exist?

A. In this business, it's your reputation that matters, and that follows you. We will still

be in the places that matter, on the ground, online, in newspapers and displayed in

our new property window located on the corner of Murray and Hesse Streets.

Colac Real Estate, Refreshingly Different! – a modern

approach that’s all about you.

Contact: Sandra 0409 523 540 or Roxanne 0428 502 781

REAL ESTATE AGENCY NEWS

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

What a Transformation of this old Colac building using Haymes Paints Low Sheen

Solashield #teveleinpainters #paintrightcolac #haymespaints #australhotel

Steve Tevelein and his team from Tevelein-Painters have been very busy updating the building facades of two of Colac Businesses and how good do they look after a revamp and new paint colour.

This is a Colac Local Business that has been business for over 50 years.

NEW BUSINESS IN BEEAC

Damiens Mobile Mechanical - will be operating out of the Beeac Garage (55 Main Street, Beeac)

Operating hours:

Mon-Fri / 8am-5pm

Extremely competitive prices.

Come and see the friendly staff on the or book your appointment on 0417 412 152.

EFTPOS now available.

Before

After

COLAC BUSINESS UPDATES

Before

After

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

18 June 2019 | 07:11am – Source - https://mixx1063.com.au/articles/airbnb-pubs/

Local southwest pubs are able to receive a boost to their business thanks to Airbnb. The

Country Pub Project is an initiative designed to encourage more Australians to explore

regional communities, whilst breathing new life into local pubs.

Airbnb will award five pubs across Australia a grant of up to $50,000 each to help them

revive and boost business. Recent research from Airbnb found the local pub is considered

the most important social hub in Australia when compared to RSL clubs, sporting clubs and

the church, yet only half (51%) of Australians would consider staying overnight in a country

pub.

On 5 August 2019, Airbnb will reveal the five pubs that will receive a grant.

Each pub will be paired with a Project Manager to oversee the on-sight rejuvenation process

and an experienced Airbnb Host to guide the publican on registering on the platform. In

addition, Airbnb will support the town in creating a unique experience to attract guests from

near and far to their establishment, launching a campaign to help put the pub and its town

back on the map.

From June 16 through to July 12, you can nominate your favourite watering hole for by

visiting Airbnb.com/countrypubproject describing what makes their local pub so special,

and why an Airbnb grant would help revitalise and restore this place in their local community.

PUBS TO BENEFIT

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

19 June 2019 | 07:27am - https://mixx1063.com.au/articles/bunnings-expanding/

Colac Bunnings To Expand For Vehicle Safety

The Colac Bunnings store is in the process of expanding their property in an attempt to

maximise safety for vehicles entering and exiting the premises.

Colac Otway Shire CEO Peter Brown said Bunnings had purchased the surrounding

property.

"We've had a significant problem with the Shell servo with trucks being able to park there

and then reverse into Bunnings, so this will allow a much better and safer traffic movement.

They've bought three properties on Queen Street as I understand it. So that will allow them

to move their trucks in a safer way."

Colac Otway Shire Economic Development and Tourism Coordinator James Myatt said

Bunnings was considering its customers' safety.

"They're looking at expanding their size and scope of the store they've got there.

So they can improve their traffic flow and the service they provide to the local community.

Just to make it a more seamless user experience for everyone.

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Greta Lannen, Friday, June 14th, 2019. https://colacherald.com.au/2019/06/tourist-boost/

Western Australian distillery company Whipper Snapper is

planning to occupy a former Mitre 10 building in central Colac

and has briefed neighbours on its plans.

Colac could see a new whiskey distillery in its main street,

with interest from an interstate company to take over the

empty Mitre 10 site.

Owners of a Western Australian distillery company have briefed community

members and neighbours of a planned distillery in the

building on Murray Street.

Whipper Snapper Distillery owners were in Colac this

week where they led an invite-only community

consultation with about 40 residents, informing them of

plans to take over the vacant site and start Colac’s first

distillery.

He said Whipper Snapper owners put forward an impressive and exciting plan which

would include the distillery, restaurant, sale of local produce, tours of the distillery

and features such as Perspex ceilings and landscaped gardens.

FACEBOOK -

https://www.facebook.com/whippersnapperdistillery/

INSTAGRAM

whipper_snapper_distillery

WEBSITE

https://whippersnapperdistillery.com

TOURIST BOOST

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

11 June 2019 | 11:02am - https://mixx1063.com.au/articles/coles-appeal/

Colac residents urged to join the fight against hunger this winter

Colac residents can join the fight against hunger this winter by supporting Coles’ fundraising

appeal for food rescue organisation SecondBite to deliver meals to people doing it tough this

winter.

For every $2 donation card sold at Coles, SecondBite can provide the equivalent of ten

nutritious meals for people facing hard times and homelessness.

The Colac Coles has donated the equivalent of 5,000 meals to local charities since

partnering with SecondBite.

The Winter Appeal comes as Coles and SecondBite reach a special milestone in their

partnership, with the equivalent of 80 million meals donated to Australians facing

homelessness and hardship since 2011, including more than 20 million meals donated by

200 Coles stores in Victoria.

The campaign will run until July 2nd, and all locals are encouraged to give what they can

afford.

COLES APPEAL

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

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Address: Corner Moore & Armstrong Streets COLAC, 3250

Phone: (03) 5231 4609

Fax: (03) 5232 2433

Email: email us

Colac Bowling Club is superbly located on the South Western shore of Lake Colac.

Visitors to the club can enjoy panoramic views over the Lake whilst either:

engaging in a game of social or competitive bowls attending a birthday celebration,

wedding or seminar or enjoying the company of friends.

Club facilities include:

2 expansive function rooms

Members/guest lounge and bar and

2 carpet greens and 1 grass green

Colac Function Venue

The Perfect Setting

in a stunning location

with magnificent views

Located on the shores of Lake Colac, the Colac

Bowling Club is perfectly situated to stage your next BIG celebration!

Fantastic, air-conditioned Colac Function Venue for hire with multiple function spaces

– including dance floors

Ideal for weddings, birthdays, conferences, funerals and many other functions

Supply your own caterers or ask us to cater for you

Full bar and kitchen facilities

Stunning location with beautiful, panoramic views of Lake Colac

Ample off-street parking

Experienced and attentive staff

MEMBER FOCUS

COLAC BOWLING CLUB BY THE LAKE

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Weddings

This is the one day in your life that you cannot leave things to chance!

Our experienced function staff, led by Roxanne, will take you through everything to ensure

your reception is memorable and just perfect. From room layout, catering options and

decorations the staff at Colac Bowling Club are there to

assist.

Catering can be supplied by the Club or by a caterer of

your choice.

The serving of your preferred beverages can be arranged

and if required specific wines can be ordered to suit your

occasion. Our waiting staff are all experienced and will make sure that you and your guests

have a great event.

This is a wonderful day full of joy and love – make the most of it and allow us at the Colac

Bowling Club to be part of this perfect day.

Enquire Online Now

Conferences, Corporate Functions & Meetings

The Colac Bowling Club is perfectly placed to host your regular or one-off seminar,

community meeting or conference. Our function rooms can be sized so that you can have a

small or large get-together.

Several community groups already avail themselves of the excellent facilities available,

whether it’s for an early morning meeting, a working luncheon or for an award presentation.

We have the following equipment available:

PA system

Wireless microphones

Overhead data projector

Large 100-inch television screen

A speakers lectern is also available if required

So if you are planning a seminar, meeting or looking for a facility for your group to call home

to their regular meetings, you will not find a better facility than the Colac Bowling Club.

Enquire Online Now

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

CrossXpollinatioN is a celebration of fibre and textile

art at COPACC. The exhibition began in 2013 as a

way of showcasing established and emerging fibre

and textile artists from regional Victoria and further

afield.

As its name suggests, CrossXpollinatioN’s aim is to

encourage artists to cross-pollinate with each other

and the wider community.

Since its inception, CrossXpollinatioN has grown in

standing and reputation, attracting fans from all over

Victoria and interstate.

The 2019 CrossXpollinatioN offers a $2000

‘Connections’ Art Prize sponsored by COPACC and

the Colac Otway Shire Council.

There is also a $1500 Tarndie Fibre Art Prize

sponsored by Tarndwarncoort, a historic sheep

farming property near Birregurra; and a $500

People’s Choice Award, which is decided by the

votes of exhibition attendees.

CrossXpollinatioN is open to the public from 10am to 4pm

daily from June 28 to July 17.

CROSSXPOLLINATION 2019

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

-5pm (except Public Holidays)

Contact us

COPACC (Colac Otway Performing Arts & Cultural Centre)

Office Hours: Mon - Fri 9am-5pm (except Public Holidays)

Address: 95-97, Gellibrand St, Colac VIC 3250

Postal address: COPACC, PO Box 283, Colac, Victoria,

Australia, 3250

Email: copacc@colacotway.vic.gov.au

Find us on Facebook too for important updates and upcoming

shows/events at COPACC.

Conveniently located just a couple of blocks from the main street, COPACC is not only proud presenter of some of the best performers

and productions in Australia and internationally, but it is also the major function and business events centre in Colac, with attention to detail

and excellent personalised service being the hallmarks of our success.

COPACC’s Theatre Season provides something for everyone and includes Kids Shows (particularly our Education Season), Music Theatre, Cabaret, Comedy, Drama,

Circus/Physical Theatre as well as Contemporary and Classical Music.

We look forward to seeing you at COPACC.

Tamzin McLennan and the COPACC Team

COPACC

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Piano Bar Colac - School Holiday Special –

The Magical Music of Disney

Wednesday 3 July 2019 2:00 PM

Wednesday 3 July 2019 4:00 PM

Description

Starring Shandelle Cooke and Andy

Pobjoy

Please contact play@pianobar.com.au

DINOMANIA is coming to COLAC!

** SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN!! **

FRIDAY 5th July @ 11AM

Colac RSL, 21 Murray St.

Fun family show suitable for ages 1-100 !!

Dress as your favourite dinosaur to win prizes!

🦕 TICKETS: $15 or $50 Family (2 adults/2 kids)

🦕 CONTACT: Colac RSL (03) 5231 2942

Visit the Event page!

https://www.facebook.com/events/2160836417296435/?ti=as

Cucina Colac Cookery School

Does your child love cooking?

Cucina Colac Cookers School are excited to announce they

have kids cooking classes happening over the school holidays!

2 July - Kids Holiday Cooking - Bread and Pizza

4 July - Kids Holiday Cooking - Muffins and Chocolates

8 July - Kids Holiday Cooking - Cookies and Friandes

10 July - Kids Holiday Cooking - Pastry and Pies

For more information on classes and to buy tickets visit

www.eventbrite.com.au/o/cucina-colac-cookery-school-1864028…

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Get on board with COPACC's Busy

Bees workshop as part of

CrossXpollinatioN.

From 10am to midday, Veronica Phillips will lead children through a needle felting workshop

to create these gorgeous bees! Made out of Tarndwarncoort Homestead wool!

Plus, Veronica will teach them about how important bees are to our environment.

Participation is $15 per child - click here for all the details:

https://www.colacotway.vic.gov.au/…/CrossXpollinatioN-child…

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Colac & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry 87 Bromfield Street (PO Box 343) Colac VIC, 3250

Office Hours 9-5pm - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

EXCITEMENT is building as the Timboon Kindergarten Parent Committee is preparing a fun-filled day for families on 1st July (1st Monday in the school

holidays), featuring TWO amazing performances by The Mik Maks & Dazzling Dan

the Magic Man.

WHATS ON FOR SCHOOL HOLIDAYS