Colac Area Health

Colac Area Health Colac Area Health meets the needs of more than 30,000 people in the Corangamite, Colac Otway, and Surrounds.

Colac Area Health's acute care services consists of a range of inpatient services including medical, surgical, haemodialysis and maternity. We provide an extensive range of surgical procedures to the local community and surrounding districts, including general, obstetric, endoscopic, orthopaedic, urological, gynaecological, ophthalmic and dental procedures. Colac Area Health also provides communit

y services to help address alcohol and other drug problems, homelessness, transitional housing, women’s health, family support, youth development and children’s resources. Specialist counselling is available for family violence, financial difficulties, child and youth issues. Our allied health services include dental, rehabilitation, nutrition, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, podiatry, speech pathology health promotion activities. The community nursing team provides home-based health care to support people to stay healthy in the community. Corangamarah is an accredited public sector high level residential aged care service. It is a modern, safe and friendly environment with registered and enrolled nurses and lifestyle workers to aid participation in a wide range of inspiring activities.

Getting a flu shot? Ask your healthcare provider about also getting a measles vaccine at the same time.It’s safe to get ...
02/06/2026

Getting a flu shot? Ask your healthcare provider about also getting a measles vaccine at the same time.

It’s safe to get a measles booster at the same time as other vaccines, including your annual flu shot.

The flu (influenza), RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) and measles are currently circulating in the Victorian community. Find out more about these illnesses, and whether you should get vaccinated here:

Measles: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/measles
RSV: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/respiratory-syncytial-virus-rsv
Flu: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/flu-influenza-immunisation

To arrange a vaccination, see your GP or local pharmacist today or make a booking at Barwon Health’s Vaccination Centre in Belmont here: https://bswphu.org.au/

Need support after the recent fires? We’re here to help.The Emergency Recovery Support Program (ERSP), delivered by Cola...
01/06/2026

Need support after the recent fires? We’re here to help.

The Emergency Recovery Support Program (ERSP), delivered by Colac Area Health, offers free, practical support to help you get back on track.
✔ Work out next steps
✔ Access financial, legal & government supports
✔ Get help with forms, calls & follow-ups

📍 We’ll be at Birregurra Community Health Centre
📅 WEDNESDAY 17th June, 9am - 12pm

Come and chat with us — no appointment needed.

Can’t make it at that time? Call us on: 5232 5325, ask for the Emergency Recovery Support Team, leave your number and we will call you back to arrange a time to come and visit you.

You don’t have to navigate this alone.

🚭💙 World No To***co Day This year’s theme is “Unmasking the appeal – countering ni****ne and to***co addiction.”The camp...
31/05/2026

🚭💙 World No To***co Day

This year’s theme is “Unmasking the appeal – countering ni****ne and to***co addiction.”

The campaign shines a light on how the to***co and ni****ne industry continues to repackage and market products to attract a new generation, particularly children and young people 👧🧑

It also raises awareness of evolving industry tactics, including synthetic ni****ne, ni****ne salts and other additives designed to increase addiction potential while appearing modern and innovative ⚠️

We support stronger protections for young people, including restrictions on flavours, advertising and promotion across digital and social media, and tighter regulation of packaging and product design 📵📦

A key focus is prevention—reducing addiction by empowering communities with knowledge, education and access to evidence-based quitting support 💪📚

💙 Support is available
The Ni****ne Management Service at Colac Area Health offers personalised one-on-one support to help you manage or stop smoking and/or va**ng.

What we offer:
• Individual sessions with a Ni****ne Management Specialist
• Tailored treatment options to suit your needs
• Support based on current research and best practice

📍 To learn more or access support today, call 5232 5100 or go to our website: https://cah.vic.gov.au/services/smoking-clinic/

National Reconciliation Week is recognised each year from 27 May to 3 June.🧡The theme for 2026 is All In, a call for all...
27/05/2026

National Reconciliation Week is recognised each year from 27 May to 3 June.🧡

The theme for 2026 is All In, a call for all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every single day.

For too long, First Nations people have carried the weight of reconciliation. This week invites each of us to step forward together, sharing responsibility and taking meaningful action. Consider the actions—big or small—that you can take to contribute to a more respectful, inclusive, and equitable future.

The artwork for this years campaign is by renowned Gumbaynggirr/Bundjalung artist Otis Hope Carey, who applied his distinctive style to create a colourful and optimistic visual representation of people from all walks of life being ‘all in’ to make change.

For more information on how our services can support you:
https://cah.vic.gov.au/services/aboriginal-health/

National Sorry Day is observed annually on 26 May — a day to honour the strength and resilience of First Peoples and ack...
26/05/2026

National Sorry Day is observed annually on 26 May — a day to honour the strength and resilience of First Peoples and acknowledge the pain and injustices experienced by the Stolen Generations.

First held in 1998 following the Bringing Them Home report, the day encourages reflection, healing and reconciliation. The purple hibiscus is a symbol of the resilience and survival of the Stolen Generations. 💜

🌱🌱Six months ago, something remarkable happened in Colac!⁠⁠Over 700 community members, volunteers, partners and supporte...
22/05/2026

🌱🌱Six months ago, something remarkable happened in Colac!⁠
⁠
Over 700 community members, volunteers, partners and supporters gathered to Build a Farm in a Day, Colac and in 24 hours we did exactly that. ⁠
⁠
Farm My School Colac was built, and it is now a thriving space growing fresh produce,
educating students, and engaging community members.⁠
⁠
We would like to invite you to join us at The Build That Grew in celebrating this milestone, and
seeing firsthand what has grown and the impact it has had. ⁠
⁠
This is a FREE community event, and everyone is welcome to attend!⁠
⁠
Join us for:⁠
🌱 Twilight farm tour⁠s
🌱 Seasonal produce tasting⁠
🌱 Reflective conversations⁠
🌱 Cooking competitions⁠
🌱 Tree planting⁠
🌱 Live music⁠
🌱 Giveaways⁠..... and more⁠
⁠
📅 Wednesday 10 June
🕓 4:00pm – 6:00pm
📍 Farm My School Colac – Colac Secondary College 🌱

🎟️ Register via Humanitix:
Humanitix, https://events.humanitix.com/the-build-that-grew-six-months-on-farmmy-
school-colac

Today we recognise World Day for Cultural Diversity 🌍, observed globally on 21 May. This important day celebrates the ri...
21/05/2026

Today we recognise World Day for Cultural Diversity 🌍, observed globally on 21 May. This important day celebrates the richness of cultures around the world and highlights the role of intercultural dialogue in promoting peace 🤝, understanding and sustainable development.

Established by the United Nations in 2002, it reminds us of the importance of embracing diversity and fostering inclusion within our communities 🌏.

Victoria is proudly home to vibrant multicultural communities, with people speaking 290 languages 🗣️ and representing 314 different ancestries. This diversity is a defining strength of our state and central to our identity and way of life.

Cultural Diversity Week is a time to celebrate the stories, strength, influence and contributions of Victoria’s multicultural communities ✨, recognising that everyone has a place to belong, contribute and thrive 💛.

Today we are proudly acknowledging Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW Day) and showing our support for the incredible volunteers...
20/05/2026

Today we are proudly acknowledging Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW Day) and showing our support for the incredible volunteers of the Victorian State Emergency Service (VICSES). 🧡🧡🧡

Held annually during National Volunteer Week, WOW Day recognises the dedication and commitment of SES volunteers who support communities across the state during storms, floods, rescues and other emergencies — 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

We thank all SES volunteers for the vital role they play in keeping our communities safe and for the care, courage and support they provide when it’s needed most. Our community is incredibly grateful for our local SES volunteers who work tirelessly, often in challenging and adverse conditions, to protect and support our community when help is needed most.

🙌 Happy National Volunteer Week!Today, the Colac Area Health team is down at the Colac Volunteer Expo at COPACC, sharing...
19/05/2026

🙌 Happy National Volunteer Week!

Today, the Colac Area Health team is down at the Colac Volunteer Expo at COPACC, sharing information about all our incredible volunteer programs.

Whether you're looking to give back, connect with your community, or just curious about what we do — come say hi!

You might just leave feeling inspired.

We're proud to share that Colac Area Health is part of the Victorian Government's initiative to make free period product...
19/05/2026

We're proud to share that Colac Area Health is part of the Victorian Government's initiative to make free period products accessible to everyone who needs them.

We have four free vending machines located across our main sites — stocked with pads and tampons, available at no cost, no questions asked.

📍 Where to find them:
🚻 Urgent Care — waiting room toilet
🏢 Community Services — main corridor at reception
🏥 Acute Care — back entrance near the walkway
🌿 Corangamarah — near the back entrance

No one should have to worry about this. If you need them, they're there.

For more information about the Victorian Government's free period products program:
www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/free-pads-and-tampons-for-stakeholders

Address

2-28 Connor Street
Colac, VIC
3250

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Colac Area Health posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share