Articles by Jacob Traynor

  • Panel wanting water security

    Water security and affordability are key parts of the vision that a water panel has for Colac Otway and beyond.

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  • Tiger sighting hard to forget

    A new development in the hunt for Tasmanian tiger in the Otways has prompted a Colac woman to share her story about an encounter 45 years ago years ago.  

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  • Beach access call for harbour plans

    Growing commercial fishing while maintaining the Apollo Bay Harbour’s authenticity, pedestrian safety and traffic congestion in nearby streets are at the front of the community’s mind for the port’s planned redevelopment.

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  • Flood mapping change

    Victoria’s Planning Minister Richard Wynne has ticked off a change that will help slash red tape and improve planning efficiency for a host of Colac and district residents.

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  • Council fairness examined

    A public service watchdog will take a close look at how councils are responding to ratepayers in financial hardship in light of the coronavirus pandemic.

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  • Big win for Colac’s MixxFM

    A Colac radio station has won a radio industry website’s top regional gong for its COVID coverage.

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  • Financial acumen for new RSL board

    Fresh faces and community members with business backgrounds will help steer the Colac RSL committee.

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  • Doctor facing licence review

    Australia’s medical board has renewed a push to completely suspend a Colac doctor charged with rape and other offences.  

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