Articles by Jacob Traynor

  • Meredith Park rules

    Colac Otway Shire Council will look to lay down the law at Meredith Park – but it turns out the reserve has had strict rules for more than 20 years.  

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  • Irrewarra mill plots a return

    AKD says it will look to restart at its Irrewarra site in October, providing new jobs for a score of workers in the region.

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  • Another blow for light station

    Cape Otway Lightstation’s owner says the iconic attraction can now accept visitors, but can’t allow them into any buildings, including the light tower.  

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  • MP calls for virtual barriers to save wildlife at Marengo

    A Western Region MP says sound barrier fences will help prevent more wildlife deaths on a stretch of the Great Ocean Road at Marengo.

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  • Is this red mullet familiar?

    Masks don’t always hide your identity – especially when they’re attached to a distinctive red mullet.

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  • Heritage plans stalled to seek owners’ view

    Colac and district residents will get their say on a heritage overlay while their council will look for new heritage advisors as soon as possible.  

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  • Footy league saves Colac RSL

    Colac’s RSL and footy-netball league have signed a new partnership deal, with the league stepping in to save the club from liquidation.

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  • Council chief wants clean campaign

    Colac Otway Shire Council’s election campaign has officially kicked off, and the council’s chief is urging candidates and the community to keep it clean.

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