Articles by Jacob Traynor
Guilty plea on truck rollover
A Corunnun woman who caused a hay truck rollover and was caught growing cannabis has received a fine but kept her driver’s licence.
Seb shares lifeguarding story
A callout to Colac and district pool people could help boost crucial staffing stock at the city’s indoor swim spot.
Police warning after safe discovery
Investigators want help from the public following the discovery of an abandoned firearms safe in the Corangamite region.
Brash bandits shock residents
Brazen would-be burglars are intruding onto Colac homes at dinnertime, with police warning residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious behaviour.
Licence appeal denied in court
A magistrate has upheld a Colac man’s driving ban, after the offender launched an appeal over his guilty verdict.
Bay bar extension decision goes to VCAT
The state’s planning umpire will look at a proposed first-floor bar extension at Apollo Bay, with objectors launching an appeal.
Wye bridge planning in final stages
Wye River residents can take a close look at final plans for a big bridge upgrade on Saturday.
Waste trial is book-and-collect
Colac Otway Shire Council wants to try out a book-and-collect hard waste service over the coming months.