Articles by Jacob Traynor
MP commits Cobden cash
Cobden sporting facilities have received a more than $1-million federal election pledge.
Community supports revamp
A petition to restore Colac’s historic train station building is gaining steam, collecting hundreds of signatures in less than a week.
Local focus for housing plan
A housing body has revealed plans for a block of 50 new social and affordable homes in Colac.
Avalon’s potential for district growth
Colac Otway Shire councillors are touting the potential for local growers, makers and manufacturers to team up with Avalon airport.
Housing inquiry seeking feedback
Red tape, under-equipped councils and cultural heritage costs can be impediments to delivering housing in the south-west region submitters say.
Major not-for-profit program announced for Colac
Colac and district not-for-profits have banded together to secure a major five-year, $600,000 program for the region’s service groups.
Water restrictions to help Bay storages
Apollo Bay and surrounds will face stage two water restrictions from April 7, a water authority says.
Birre upgrade receives pledge
The Birregurra community has welcomed a $450,000 federal election pledge to help build new female change rooms.