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Overview

Colac sits on the southern shore of Lake Colac, about 150 km south‑west of Melbourne, offering a relaxed lifestyle framed by water‑based recreation, the historic Colac Botanic Gardens and a range of schools from primary to secondary and specialised colleges. Community events such as the annual KANA festival, the Colac Otway Arts Trail and market‑style celebrations in Memorial Square give the town a lively cultural calendar, while nearby natural attractions, including Australia’s largest permanent salt lake, Lake Corangamite, and Red Rock Reserve, provide easy weekend getaways.

The Princes Highway (Highway 1) runs through Murray Street, connecting Colac east to Geelong and Melbourne and west toward Camperdown, while sealed C‑roads open routes to the Otway coast and Ballarat. V/Line services on the Warrnambool line stop at the local station, linking residents to regional centres. A mix of heritage‑listed homes near the historic core and newer residential developments reflect the town’s blend of history and modern growth, supported by strong manufacturing and agricultural employment.