Articles by Jacob Traynor
Go-ahead for Australia Day in Colac
Colac Otway Shire will applaud outstanding citizens and welcome four new Australians at an Australia Day event in Colac this month.
Alleged assault at Apollo Bay
A man has been transported to hospital following what is believed to be a stabbing incident at Apollo Bay.
Revamped camp shut to bookings
Red tape will keep a redeveloped campground at Separation Creek closed until March, parks authorities say.
There’s water in the Aire
Holidaymakers at the Aire Valley’s popular campground have had their visit cut short, after heavy rains caused flooding at the site.
High rate of drugs detected on roads
Colac Otway’s road police say there has been a decrease in drink driving this silly season, but one in four drivers tested for drugs returned positive.
Soft landing for vehicle
A four-wheel driver has been left red-faced after becoming stuck in the sand at Marengo.
Burnouts suspected before Elliminyt road smash
A suspended driver will face court over a string of offences after a dramatic Colac district road crash left him trapped in his car.
Surf’s up for adventurous koala at Apollo Bay
Images of a koala checking out the surf at a popular Apollo Bay beach are receiving plenty of attention.