Articles by Jacob Traynor
Plans to honour timber workers
A former forestry worker and a pair of Otways historians are working on a project to honour lives lost in the district’s timber industry.
Club closing chapter with last open day
The Colac Rifle Club is inviting the community to help mark the end of an era on Saturday.
Housing in G21 spotlight
Housing is at the top of the federal election wish list for one of Colac Otway’s key advocacy partners.
MP calls on Housing Minister to visit Colac
A Colac MP wants the state’s housing boss to meet with local housing workers about 50 new public homes promised in Colac.
Smoother ride soon for Wye River
Wye River residents and visitors will have a smoother and safer drive with the upcoming rehabilitation of Morley Avenue.
Three years’ jail for district man
A former Alvie man has been found guilty of rape and sentenced to five years’ imprisonment.
EPA eyes site over lake pollution
Victoria’s environmental watchdog is investigating a Colac industry over contaminated water flowing into Lake Colac.
Importance of local news
Meta’s move to abandon fact-checking services highlights the role of local newspapers, says a press group that includes the Colac Herald.
