Articles by Jacob Traynor

  • Promising comment over speed limit drop

    Victoria’s new roads minister will “strongly consider” a review that could recommend dropping the speed limit at Marengo. 

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  • Otways trail will be back after closure

    Old Beechy Rail Trail volunteers say the popular track is far from “dead”, following public comments that the trail was on its last legs.

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  • Lakeside views impress visitor

    He might seem far from home, but this koala enjoyed a pristine morning near Lake Colac’s foreshore from among the best seats in the house.

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  • Candidates slam vandals

    A climate action candidate says defacing her signs is “childish”, with another victim of vandalism also unimpressed.

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  • Urgent works to protect walkers

    Speed limit drops, a gravel path and traffic bollards will help protect pedestrians at Apollo Bay, with locals praising the interim safety solution.

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  • Whiskey plan still potent

    Whiskey makers say grand plans for a major Colac distillery are still “rock solid” despite turbulence because of COVID.

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  • Shop around to show love

    There’ll be superheroes in the street and sales in plenty of shop windows, with a city-wide shopping spree in Colac tomorrow.

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  • Thieves active

    Police say campers and holiday makers at Lorne’s caravan parks should keep an eye out, with thieves helping themselves to booze and bikes.

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