Articles by Jacob Traynor
Sand plan a quick fix for Skenes Creek
Sand renourishment works at Skenes Creek’s western foreshore are underway, with authorities also looking at longer-term solutions.
Public satisfaction rate slumps
Community satisfaction with Colac Otway Shire Council has slipped significantly, a major annual survey shows.
Burglary from Colac garage
Detectives are investigating a burglary at a recently sold Colac property, with an appeal for witnesses contact police.
Shire sees bub boom
Regional migration? The confines of COVID? Or is there something in the water in Colac Otway Shire?
New checks add to workload
Landcare groups across Colac and district are concerned that new rules could impact numbers and add to volunteers’ administrative burden.
Electric talks lead to division
A push to accelerate an Apollo Bay electric vehicle charger project has sparked debate among Colac Otway Shire councillors.
Bluewater to replace ceiling and roof
Colac’s Bluewater pool is set for a major roof and ceiling replacement with Colac Otway Shire councillors signing off on a $900,000-plus contract.
Physio lands centre rooms
A sports treatment clinic will retain its digs at Colac’s Bluewater Leisure Centre after Colac Otway Shire Council green-lit a new consulting room lease deal.