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	Colac, Victoria - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Colac is a town in the western district of Victoria, Australia, situated approximately 150 kilometres south-west of Melbourne on the southern shore of Lake Colac.
		Colac Botanic Gardens in Queen Street located on the shores of Lake Colac, were established in 1868, and remodelled in 1910 by William Guilfoyle and include a huge diversity of plants with many old and rare trees and a rose arbour.
		Colac is serviced by Austar Subscribtion Television delivered by DTH satellite transmission, via Optus C1 Ku Band Satellite located at 156E.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Colac,_Victoria (330 words)

	Walkabout - Colac
		Colac is a commercial and civic service centre of about 14 500 people located at the eastern edge of the world's third-largest volcanic plain which is scattered with craters and cones.
		Colac is also known as 'the Gateway to the Otways' (a reference to the nearby Otway Ranges and surrounding forest to the south of town).
		The settlement at Colac, one of the earlier townships in the Port Phillip district, emerged around a coaching inn which was established in 1844 at the southern end of the lake (at what is now the corner of Hesse and Murray Streets).
	walkabout.com.au /locations/VICColac.shtml (4143 words)

	Colac, Victoria -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Colac, Victoria -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article
		Colac is a town in the (additional info and facts about western district) western district of (additional info and facts about Victoria, Australia) Victoria, Australia, situated on the southern shore of Lake Colac.
		The area was first settled by Hugh Murray in 1837 and proclaimed a town in 1948.
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/c/co/colac,_victoria.htm (57 words)

	Colac
		Colac is located approximately 174 km west of Melbourne with a populaltion of 12,000.
		The Colac Station is one of the State's busier rural call branches attending in excess of 1100 cases per year, with 40% deemed life threatening emergencies, 50% urgent, and the remaining 10% of cases classified as non urgent transports.
		Colac Station is just one of 118 stations that form the state funded Rural Ambulance Victoria (RAV).
	www.colacambulance.com /colac_home.htm (185 words)

	People's Voice (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Colac vies with Buninyong and Kilmore for the distinction of being the oldest inland town in Victoria.
		The town of Colac developed as a market and transport on the southern shore of Lake Colac, a large freshwater lake.
		The Colac Tourist Information Centre is situated on the Barongarook Creek at the eastern entrance to the town and is a source of local knowledge.
	www.peoplesvoice.gov.au /stories/vic/colac/colac_c.htm (338 words)

	Colac a brief history - Intown Geelong (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		By the mid 1860s the town had grown to a shire and by the late 1870s Colac had a local newspaper a hospital and the Railway line had reached the town to serve the nearly 400 properties of the town.
		The Colac region is one of the most picturesque areas of Victoria, covering a diverse area from volcanic lakes, craters and plains and gateway to the rainforests of the Otways
		Today Colac boasts a population of nearly 10000 people and in recent years has benefited by a rejuvenation of the town.
	www.intown.com.au /locals/colac/colac-history.htm (388 words)

	Colac information & attractions - Travel Victoria Accommodation Guide
		Colac is situated 75 kilometres south-west of the city of Geelong.
		Colac lies on a huge rich volcanic plain, mainly used for agricultural and pastoral purposes, and is surrounded by many large lakes and volcanic craters.
		The Colac Botanic Gardens, established in 1910, are situated just inland from the lake and provide scenic views across the lake from their elevated location.
	www.travelvictoria.com.au /colac (311 words)

	Colac - Intown Geelong
		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".
		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.
	www.intown.com.au /locals/colac/about_colac.htm (177 words)

	The scenic Colac Otway Region (Where To Stay)
		Spectacular natural scenery abounds throughout the region with the mighty timbers and magnificent waterfalls of the Otways, the lush green hills that roll down to long stretches of sandy beaches of the Great Ocean Road, the volcanic lakes, craters and wetlands of the Hinterland.
		COLAC & HINTERLAND Rich in natural and historic features, Colac is located between the scenic Otway Ranges and awe-inspiring volcanic features to the north.
		With 11,000 residents, Colac is a major service centre for the region and it makes an ideal stop-over for visitors travelling from to Warrnambool or on to South Australia.
	www.wheretostay.net /article/aucolac (638 words)

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		The next town we will visit is Colac November is the best time of year to visit Colac as it is the Go Colac, Go Country Festival, which incorporates the Colac Ferret Cup.
		Colac is sited on the banks of Lake Colac and in the shadow of the majestic Otway Ranges.
		They were originally bred just out of Colac in the 1880’s and were officially recognized as a breed in 1919.
	www.suite101.com /print_article.cfm/1683/11750 (1027 words)

	Colac - Arts & Events
		Colac's Kana Festival has been entertaining locals and visitors for more than 40 years with music, market stalls and a street parade among its many attractions.
		A local service club, the Colac Lions, holds a popular Sunday Market in the city's Memorial Square, Hesse Street, from 9am to 2pm on the third Sunday of the month.
		These include the feature Colac Gold Cup Races in early March, the Recovery Races held each year in early January to follow up New Year's Eve and the Christmas Races in the lead up to the festive season.
	www.greatoceanrd.org.au /otways/colac/artsevents.asp (258 words)

	Do Australia - towns of Victoria
		Taking in some of this states major tourist locations and also having a large industrial sector the shire is a major link in the state's development and future.
		Located in the centre of the south-western district on the Princes Highway, and the agricultural district on the shore of Lake Colac.
		Colac has shady trees, colourful parks and wide lawns.
	www.doaustralia.com /states/Vic/OtherPlaces.htm (631 words)

	Colac Otway Shire Council - Media Centre
		Colac Otway Shire is urging motorists to drive carefully during road works on the Great Ocean Road for their safety as well as the safety of road workers.
		Colac Otway Shire, in conjunction with the Otway Division of General Practice (ODGP), Department of Human Services and the Australian Childhood Immunisation Register, is conducting a six-month awareness campaign in an effort to increase the rate of immunisation among four to seven year old children.
		Colac Otway Shire is conducting a series of workshops to give members of the public the chance to have a say in the development of the four year Council Plan.
	www.colacotway.vic.gov.au /page/page.asp?page_Id=541 (6787 words)

	Colac Victoria Travel Guide Australia
		Colac is rich in natural and historic features and a bustling commercial centre for the surrounding agricultural and forest industries.
		Colac is also recognised as a leading dairying region.
		Lake Colac, one of south-west Victoria’s watersport hubs, is popular for a range of activities, including boating, rowing, yachting, swimming, water-skiing, windsurfing and fishing.
	time2travel.com /au/vic/colac (400 words)

	Running Commentary
		After 18 years involvement in the race, she is involved this year as Treasurer and is instrumental in bringing and helping obtain much needed funds for the race.
		One area that stands out in my mind this year is the professionalism and helpfulness shown by all Colac Committee, helpers and volunteers during the 6 days of the race.
		Colac Otway Shire are very impressed with the positive professional edge being shown by the race.
	www.ultraoz.50megs.com /runningcommentary.htm (2160 words)

	Colac
		COLAC is the largest town in and the gateway to the rare and breathtaking mix of beach and bush known as the Otways.The city of 14,000 is located on the northern edge of the famed...
		These days the food is as fresh as when the pioneers first began tilling the soil while wine from region has a growing...
		Colac is located 76 kms west of Geelong, travelling inland through Winchelsea along the Princes Highway.
	www.visitotways.com /town.asp?townid=11 (129 words)

	The Elms Bed & Breakfast - Colac, Country Victoria, Australia
		Colac is no more than 150Km's South West from Melbourne, an easy 2 hour 40 minute drive travelling along the Princess Highway.
		If you are interested in the history of Colac, and things to see around the area, take a look at the Colac Visitor Information Centre or Walkabout's Australian Travel Guide.
		Colac has an annual average rainfall of 740mm, with an average temperature of 13°C max and 4°C min in July.
	www.elmsbb.com (489 words)

	Colac Home Page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Colac offers a wide selection of accommodation, and has a growing reputation for quality food and wine.
		Rich in natural and historic features, Colac is located between the scenic Otway Ranges and awe-inspiring volcanic features to the north.
		With 11,000 residents, Colac is a major service centre for the region and it makes an ideal stop-over for visitors travelling west or those wanting to explore the Great Ocean Road.
	www.greatoceanroad.org /otways/colac/index.asp (108 words)

	Colac - Maps and towns - The Great Ocean Road - visitvictoria.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Lake Colac, one of south-west Victoria’s water sport hubs, is popular for a range of activities, including boating, rowing, yachting, swimming, water-skiing, windsurfing and fishing.
		The region surrounding Colac is the third largest volcanic plain in the world.
		Colac is located 150 kilometres west of Melbourne, approximately a 2 hour drive.
	www.visitvictoria.com /displayObject.cfm/objectid.0003330A-974A-1A5E-88CD80C476A90318/vvt.vhtml (481 words)

	Encyclopedia: Colac-Otway Shire
		It is located in the south-western part of the state.
		It includes the towns of Apollo Bay and Colac.
		It has an area of 3,416 square kilometres.
	www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Colac_Otway-Shire (182 words)

	Colac Area Health
		Colac Area Health came into being on 1 July 1995 with the amalgamation of Colac District Hospital, Colac Area Community Health and Colac Housing and Financial Counselling Services.
		Colac Area Health aims to be a recognised leader in the development and provision of responsive integrated healthcare.
		To promote the health and well-being of the Colac and District Community through the provision of quality acute, aged, residential and community services that are accessible, affordable, flexible and integrated.
	www.swarh.com.au /cah (480 words)

	Lake Colac. Colac. Victoria (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		LAKE Colac is situated in the town of Colac about 2 hours drive west of Melbourne on the Princess Highway.
		The lake is shallow and discoloured most of the year but is a drawcard for anglers seeking redfin.
		Trolling is successful, but due to a maximum depth of only about 3 meters, you are best to use shallow diving minnow-styled lures and revolving blade spinners fitter with a keel to prevent line twist.
	www.ausfish.com.au /fitzy/Colac.htm (234 words)

	Colac - Natural Attractions
		Colac has grown and developed on the shores of Lake Colac and this vast expanse of water provides a pretty backdrop to a range of shoreline attractions.
		There is also a bird hide and sanctuary off The Esplanade where you can see the wide variety of birds that flock in to the lake in huge numbers.
		Walk, ride or drive … there are plenty of ways to enjoy the soothing and tranquil surrounds of Colac's Botanic Gardens beside the lake.
	www.greatoceanrd.org.au /otways/colac/attractions.asp (212 words)

	Webjack Hack - Powered By Bloglines
		All businesses in the Colac Otway Region are accepted and the ozseek directory is open to everyone.
		The project is a major initiative by Colac IT Services to promote the use of the Internet by regional businesses.
		Colac, Great Ocean Road and Otway Ranges businesses can enhance their basic listing on the Local Traders Pages for $38.50 per year.
	www.bloglines.com /blog/Webjack (2309 words)

	Media Release: SOD TURNED FOR $14M COLAC AGED CARE FACILITY (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		He said the new facility would also ensure Colac Area Health’s aged care centre met 2008 certification standards and provided state-of-the-art facilities for residents and staff.
		“The number of Colac Otway Shire seniors who are 70-plus is expected to grow by two-thirds by 2021.
		Colac Area Health receives $16.5 million a year in State funding through Human Services to provide a wide range of health and community services.
	www.dpc.vic.gov.au /domino/Web_Notes/newmedia.nsf/0/4970bcfa5d6a3a24ca256fe200006b1a?OpenDocument (339 words)

	Colac Otway Shire Council Home Page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		November Club Network In Colac and Apollo Bay
		Our Shire is located within two hours west of Melbourne and renowned for its magnificent southern coastline, the Otway rainforests and the northern lakes and craters district.
		Colac Otway offers an attractive lifestyle with diverse employment opportunities backed by a thriving economy in primary industries, tourism, commercial and community services.
	www.colacotway.vic.gov.au (109 words)

	The Great South West Tourism: Colac/Hinterland
		The Colac Visitor Information Centre is located on the Corner of Murray & Queens Streets, Colac, Open Daily 9.00 a.m.
		The Hinterland around Colac is characterised by over 50 lakes and a vast array of volcanic cones and craters.
		Colac, sitting on the edge of beautiful Lake Colac is situated on one of the largest volcanic plains in the world and is well known for its highly fertile soil - a boon for the local dairy, agricultural and pastoral industries.
	touristnews.standard.net.au /colac (195 words)

	Accommodation Colac Victoria Australia. Great accommodation in colac australia. (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Described as the 'Gateway to the Otways', Colac is the commercial centre for Otway communities, providing a wide range of shopping, accommodation, sporting and leisure facilities.
		The name Colac comes from the local Aboriginal tribe called 'Coladjin' (clan of the Wathaurong), it means 'freshwater'.
		Hugh Murray was the first white settler to Colac in 1837, he set up camp on the banks of Barongarook creek, a pastoralist his main focus was sheep farming.
	www.accommodationguide.com.au /sitemap/racv/Great-Ocean-Road-colac.shtm (348 words)

	"Colac" (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Colac is one of the larger cities along the Princes Highway between Adelaide and Melbourne and is at the centre of the Lakes and Craters country, a reference to the many lakes and volcanic craters in the area.
		There is a major shopping and commercial centre, and a park in the main street where an endurance footrace is held each year.
		Among the competitors seen are Cliff Young who, now in his 70's, still competes from his farm behind Colac.
	www.wilmap.com.au /colac.htm (106 words)

	Tim Blair: BONEY PM
		Colac is less than an hour from Geelong, Victoria’s second-largest city; its population is close to 10,000.
		Colac could be accurately described as a "shithole in the southern state of victoria", but you are quite correct on the size and 'outback' nature of it.
		Geoff Clark's mates, at a Colac venue, subjected the Prime Minister to an aboriginal bone-pointing ceremony conducted by "Moorpor" a mysterious aboriginal woman dressed in possum skin (cue the mystical didgeridoo and stick music now), ooowoooh...
	timblair.spleenville.com /archives/006512.php (2751 words)

	Home Page - Colac Otway Online Business Promotion
		Colac IT Services are dedicated to promoting the use of technology by rural traders in the Colac Otway Region of South West Victoria, Australia.
		Gateway to the Colac Otway region in cyberspace.
		Colac Otway Web - First Stop Travel for tourism and travel information to plan your visit to South West Victoria, Australia.
	mc2.vicnet.net.au /home/coobp/web (470 words)

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