Articles by Jacob Traynor
Beacon approval needed
Plans to reinstate an old maritime beacon at Marengo are progressing, but officials will need the tick of approval from multiple state authorities before works can commence.
Bus petition fails to sway government
The State Government has put the brakes on community calls for a permanent year-round bus service between Colac and Lorne.
Caravan park lease faces council vote
The crown jewel of Colac’s visitor accommodation is up for grabs, with city officials looking to kickstart the search for a new caravan park provider.
Hey! Is that my bike?
A search warrant at a Colac property has led police to recover two bicycles, with officers on the hunt to find their rightful owners.
Deep digital dive into newspapers for history group
Camperdown local history buffs can get started future-proofing historical newspapers with help from a State Government cash boost.
Volunteers get digging for riverside habitats
More than a score of volunteers have rolled up their sleeves to get planting along the beautiful Barham River at Apollo Bay.
Illnesses causing closures
The winter wave of flu and illness has hit Colac Otway Shire Council, with the organisation closing its customer service centre last week.
Power pole replacement work
Colac residents could notice a buzz of activity across the district’s power pole network, with crews set to replace more than 40 poles in the area across the next two months.