Articles by Jacob Traynor
Fire safety reminder
Fire restrictions might have ended, but officials are warning Colac and district residents to “exercise extreme caution” when burning off.
Call to join roads lobby
Colac’s road safety legends are calling on the next generation of campaigners to step forward.
RURAL: Deer hunter’s new venture
Health worker-turned-deer hunter Anthony Roe says there’s a lot to be said for turning your passion into a profession.
Council is reviewing wastewater management
Colac Otway residents and ratepayers can have a say on how the council manages onsite wastewater systems.
Big help for families in need
Colac students have joined forces with a charity to provide hundreds of meals for hungry families.
Election cash: Sports reserve gets $2m promise, State spends up too
A $2-million-plus pledge for an Elliminyt sports pavilion has been heralded as a huge “game-changer”, while Colac has seen further funding windfalls locked in this week.
Wayward vehicle hits power pole
A driver has escaped serious injury after crashing into a power pole at Colac West, with police reminding motorists to drive to conditions and slow down past emergency vehicles.