Articles by Jacob Traynor

  • Need to do politics differently

    “We’ve seen it work in other seats – when a local independent is elected, they are able to deliver a lot more for the community.”

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  • Opinion – it’s been a long slog

    If it feels like this federal election has drawn out longer than others, it’s because it has.

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  • Call for more zoning powers

    The number of affordable rental properties in Colac Otway Shire has dropped by half in five years, a homelessness service says. Meanwhile, applicants on income support say they don’t even get a look-in, and the council wants greater powers to require social housing in new developments.

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  • Members lose motion to stay

    A Lorne history group has voted to follow a vacate order of the coastal hamlet’s fishing co-op building.

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  • Letters to the editor

    Letters to the editor, April 30

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  • Roads and homes: candidates push policies at forum

    Wannon hopefuls have had their say at a candidate forum. Hear from each of them on key areas.

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  • West still waiting on funding clarity

    A parent and school council representative says the community is still hoping for talks with the State Government about critical upgrade funding.

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  • Not one red cent: mayor slams Labor’s lack of interest

    Colac Otway Shire mayor Jason Schram says it is disappointing the council has heard “nothing” from the federal Labor camp this election, with the party “not showing an interest” in Wannon.

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