Articles by Jacob Traynor

  • All weather boost for bowlers

    A Colac bowls club is a big step closer to securing a roof and lighting that will keep bowlers rolling all-year round, with hopes to start work early next year.

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  • Charity takes on big task

    Colac Salvos’ new centre will provide meals, showers and support for the city’s growing number of homeless people.

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  • Dumping has high cost

    Illegal dumping and improper donation can drain thousands of dollars from welfare in Colac, charity officers say.

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  • Spotlighters facing charges

    Two hunters will face court over a spotlighting incident at Kawarren.

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  • Show theft guilty plea: man faces sentencing on knuckleduster and assault offences

    A Colac man who kicked and threatened police officers has also assaulted another man, stolen stuffed toys from the Colac Show and was caught with a knuckleduster taser.  

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  • Beach repairs underway after erosion

    Authorities are renourishing sand at Wye River’s beach after erosion swept away sand dunes and a beach access ramp.

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  • Council finalising sign plan

    Colac Otway Shire Council says it has been working with Traditional Owners on Colac welcome signs and a roads authority had ticked off proposed locations.

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  • Drug-fuelled crime spree

    A Colac man who went on a theft and break-in spree at Port Fairy to feed his “out-of-control” drug habit wants another shot to turn his life around.

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