Articles by Jacob Traynor
Construction boom across Colac Otway
Building approvals in Colac Otway Shire are on track for a record 12 months, with scores of projects already having received the green light.
Sheepdog competition returns to Deans Marsh
Organisers have confirmed the popular Deans Marsh Dog Trials will go ahead later this month, beginning from January 22.
Community helps paint water tank murals
Families are helping to paint colourful murals onto water tanks at Lavers Hill as part of a community art project.
Case backlog impacts court dates
Court backlogs because of COVID-19 mean alleged offenders face lengthy waits to appear at Colac’s court.
Mixed signals for Birregurra tower
A new mobile phone tower at Birregurra is getting a mixed reception from locals, with some residents praising the improved coverage but others failing to notice a difference.
No jail for $98k theft from ex
A Colac woman who pleaded guilty to taking almost $100,000 from her ex-partner’s account has avoided jail.
Bay’s future lifesavers enjoy summer program
Scores of junior lifesavers at Apollo Bay have finished up refreshing key ocean skills.
Mixed luck for coast’s businesses
An Apollo Bay business leader says the town is bustling with domestic visitors, while a report backs traders’ concerns about a lack of accommodation for workers.
