Articles by Jacob Traynor
Council signs up to climate group
Colac Otway Shire Council will become a paid-up member of a regional climate alliance for 12 months, following a narrowest-of-margins councillor vote.
Council flush with ideas for city’s new toilets
A million-dollar public toilet project in Colac’s “beating heart” will progress to the next stage, after receiving the tick from a majority of councillors.
Cannabis claim rejected
A Beech Forest man who was caught growing cannabis told police that gangsters forced him to do it, a court has heard.
New vision for accommodation at Birregurra
A pared-down version of a community-opposed motel development at Birregurra is back – and is seeking council approval.
Council to vote on proposed rate change
Colac Otway Shire Council would spend twice as much on employee costs as capital works under a proposed new budget, with the average rates bill increasing by 1.75 per cent.
Inaugural event makes a splash
More than 100 swimmers have dived into Apollo Bay’s open water as part of an inaugural grassroots event.
Anzacs honoured at Apollo Bay: Edmond remembers
Anzac Day has always held a special significance for Edmond Shea.
Webcam angers surfers
Coastal boardriders and residents are up in arms about live surf cameras at Wye River and Lorne’s point.