Colac is a fascinating country town that brings
together the forestry operations of the Otway's and the Western District
rich farming dairy industries.
Situated inland and at the gateway of the Otway's the town centre
adjoins the beautiful Lake Colac that is not far from the main street
"Murray Street".
Located on Murray Street is Centennial Park,
the park houses monuments to our Anzac ancestors and also hosts the
annual Colac Karna festival and is famous for its Ferret Cup.
Photo: Colac has some beautiful historic sandstone
memorials to the fallen in it's magnificent parkland
The greater Colac area is home to about
12000 people and is gateway to the western districts rich dairy industry
Although once a quiet town, the city centre has
enjoyed a alfresco revival recently with the addition of several trendy
restaurants, that is sure to breath new life into the town.
The town gained notoriety during the mid 1980's
when local cow farmer Cliff Young became famous with his gum boots,
around the world when he ran the Sydney to Melbourne marathon
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