Articles by Jacob Traynor

  • Diverse experience for candidate

    Colac’s Mark McCallum says community leaders will need to have flexibility in the post-COVID environment.  

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  • Leaders slam “trash” report of rumours

    Colac’s mayor says metropolitan media reports about a Colac gathering being a swingers’ party are “trash journalism” and false.  

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  • Meet Colac Otway candidates

    Statistically speaking, candidates have a one-in-two chance of success in the upcoming Colac Otway Shire Council election.

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  • Suspect flees over creek

    Police have interrupted an alleged crime spree in Colac, chasing down and charging a man over five break-ins in one night.  

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  • Post worker ready to deliver

    Colac Otway Shire Council candidate Carol Lofts wants to make sure the next councillor group works in harmony.

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  • Kennett River toilet relief

    Kennett River’s temporary public toilets are ready to flush in time for easing travel restrictions across the coast and regional Victoria.

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  • Coast visitors cause angst

    Coastal communities are concerned about Melbourne residents staying at holiday homes and tourist parks despite restrictions.  

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  • MP pushes for upgrades to regional courts

    A Western Region MP is calling on the State Government to upgrade Colac’s court to protect court users and boost the local economy.  

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