Articles by Jacob Traynor
UNRESERVED: Birregurra groups desperate for rooms rebuild
Birregurra sports and community groups want urgent bipartisan backing to rebuild the town’s “embarrassing” recreation reserve pavilion.
Libs pledge fare cut
Residents could ride the rails from Colac to Melbourne for the same price as a coffee and a salad roll under the latest Liberal election pledge.
PLANS ON HOLD: Back to drawing board for Bay campground upgrade
Major campground redevelopment plans at Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve are on halt until next year – with worker accommodation number one on the community’s wishlist.
Housing conundrum for farming blocks
A common-sense way to help the housing shortage – or are would-be farmers pulling the wool over council’s eyes?
Busy day for council meetings
Colac Otway Shire Council’s finances, Colac’s city reserves and a proposed Apollo Bay subdivision are all up for discussion at COPACC today.
Electronics stolen from school site
Thieves have stolen iPads, electronics and more items from the Colac Specialist School redevelopment site.
Discover connected creativity
Whether it’s painting in oils, weaving with willow, indulging in a workshop or enjoying a chat over craft and a warm cuppa – the Colac Makers’ Space has something for everyone.
Police seek stolen facility
Police are investigating after a custom-built cool room went missing from a Pomborneit Norths property.