Articles by Jacob Traynor
Council defers bridge vote
Colac Otway Shire Council has deferred a decision to share half the cost of replacing a collapsed bridge in the Otways, holding out for further, possibly “crucial” information.
Engagement policy under review
People have six weeks to have a say on how Colac Otway Shire Council reaches out to residents and ratepayers.
Beach rescue contest
Hundreds of future lifesavers have descended on Lorne to battle it out at a state championship.
Grappa hits man’s licence
A Colac district man charged with drink driving was more three times the legal limit after three glasses of grappa, a court has heard.
Couples celebrate 60-year story
Sixty years ago, a pair of mates from Colac took turns as best man while the other said “I do”.
Speedster blames pup for offence
A Melbourne man was speeding at more than 140kmh at Warncoort because his puppy was feeling sick in his BMW, a court has heard.
Lake jetty call
Colac Otway Shire Council will back a funding push for a new jetty at Lake Colac’s boat ramp, but has made it clear that it won’t chip in for its construction.
Cash windfall could await
A bounty of unclaimed cash belonging to Colac Otway residents is sitting in state coffers – and it could be yours.