Articles by Jacob Traynor
Speeder hit 193kmh
A driver has sped away from police at 193kmh near Birregurra and driven on the wrong side of the highway, with officers appealing for witnesses.
Birre crash driver cops jail and fine
The driver responsible for a Birrgurra crash that hospitalised a mother and her 12-year-old daughter will spend seven months behind bars and must pay just over $5000.
Patient shocked over allegations
A Colac patient was shocked to learn his GP was facing rape and sexual offence charges, while Australia’s medico regulator wants information to ensure the doctor has complied with his strict conditions, which include not to see female patients.
Council reduces emissions
Colac Otway Shire Council has cut its greenhouse emissions by seven per cent in 12 months, a sustainability report says.
Political wording taints promotion
A Colac trader says he was unable to join in a federally supported small business program because he declined to sign a politically charged document.
Suspect arrested over Camperdown servo robbery
Police have charged a man over an alleged robbery at a Camperdown service station last month.
Rare bird ruffles feathers
Bird enthusiasts from Melbourne and south-west Victoria are flocking to Colac following a rare duck sighting.
Police boosting numbers
School leavers have been well-behaved so far this schoolies season, coastal police say, and people can expect to see plenty of officers at Lorne and other holiday spots this summer.
