Articles by Jacob Traynor
Colac children’s gift to aged care residents
Colourful creations are beginning to brighten up most views at Colac’s Coranagamarah aged care facility thanks to children across the city, as youngsters draw pictures to stick on windows at aged care residences as part of a new community project.
Bay dredging project begins next week
A desperately needed dredging project at Apollo Bay’s harbour will begin on Monday.
Road operation nets dodgy drivers and restriction dodgers
A host of motorists across Colac and district face thousands of dollars in fines after flouting COVID-19 stay-at-home restrictions on the long weekend.
Crisis impacts on council, key services continue
The financial impact of the COVID-19 crisis on Colac Otway Shire Council remains unclear, and the organisation is bracing for further impact on staffing levels.
Camperdown man arrested for assault, weapons
A Camperdown man will face court over an alleged assault and weapons charges following an incident this week.
Colac trains back on track
Trains are back and running from Colac and district following maintenance and a good track scrub.
Fund pays tribute to hero father and son’s legacy
A new scholarship fund will honour a Cooriemungle father and son’s passion for volunteering, education and agriculture.
Staying Strong
Colac’s manufacturing powerhouses might help the region weather the economic fallout from coronavirus.