Articles by Jacob Traynor

  • Tough standard: designer welcomes design rules, but MP unimpressed

    A Colac architect is welcoming big changes to the state’s building code, while the region’s MP says they will increase homebuilding costs and create design headaches.

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  • Delectable dumplings delight diners

    Delicious handmade dumplings have wowed the crowd at a special event featuring Colac’s Chinese community.

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  • Guilty plea for knife offender

    A woman who wielded a knife and caused an altercation at a Colac pizza shop could avoid further jail in favour of receiving drug and mental health help.

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  • Court penalty for fire

    A Colac woman has received another conviction for fire-related offences, but a magistrate has flagged that it’s unlikely to stop her re-offending.

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  • Shire rates burden shifts

    Colac Otway Shire Council has locked in its new budget, with road reconstruction and an Elliminyt wetlands project at the top of its project list.

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  • Minister responds too late

    A Colac MP has slammed Victoria’s retiring Health Minister for finally responding to letters – as he walks out the door.

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  • Funding set for new loos

    A Colac public toilet revamp will get a million-dollar funding boost, with COPACC’s Civic Hall also set to benefit.

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  • Restaurant remains closed

    A Lorne stalwart has closed the doors of his iconic restaurant, with the region’s MP blaming a new coastal authority.

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