Articles by Jacob Traynor
Police keep busy in school zones
It’s a simple message – slow down to 40kmh in school zones.
South Sudanese community impresses
Colac’s South Sudanese community has wowed crowds with a host of culinary delights.
Funding squabble over intersection
State authorities need to acquire land before work can begin on a $6-million roundabout at a notorious blackspot south of Winchelsea, with a political blame game over years-long delays.
Candidate has focus on climate, housing
An events designer-turned environmental marathoner has joined the race for Colac and district’s state seat.
Council explains overseas offsets
A rainforest protection project in Papua New Guinea and windpower generation in India will help Colac Otway Shire Council meet its 2020 carbon neutral target.
Stone sheds grow
An Elliminyt stone business has plans to boost its business by extending its Pound Road sheds.
Cab spreads refugee message
The next time you call a taxi, spare a thought for Colac’s refugees and the residents taking up their plight.
Council allowing Zoom for meetings
Health issues, caring duties and travel restrictions are all reasons that Colac Otway Shire councillors will be able to Zoom in for council meetings from now on.