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Superfish makes a splash

FLATTERED: Lorne Surf Life Saving Club life member Ted Gallagher has earnt an Order of Australia Medal.

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by Greta Lannen June 12, 2023

Ted Gallagher was one of 80 swimmers who jumped off Lorne’s pier in 1981 as competitors of a brand-new ocean race.

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Colac para-athlete Kirstie Newcombe has set her si

Colac para-athlete Kirstie Newcombe has set her sights on competing at a home national cross-country championships this year.

The 30-year-old scored medals in all four events at the Victorian State Championships at Melbourne’s Albert Park last month.

Newcombe claimed a gold medal in the 800-metre race, while taking home silver in the 1500-metre and 400-metre events, and bronze in the 200-metre sprint.

Cressy's beloved Tiger Moth, Millie, has made her

Cressy's beloved Tiger Moth, Millie, has made her journey to the largest airshow in the Southern Hemisphere and is ready to star for a second time.

The Colac Herald filled the one-and-only passenger seat to commemorate Millie’s historic flight to the Avalon Australian International Airshow.

With clear skies, no wind, and a perfect view of the south-west, it was truly a trip to remember – and the ideal opportunity for pilot Jason Cheney to touch down for the world-renowned event.

Ian “Squizzy” Taylor can’t wait to relive th

Ian “Squizzy” Taylor can’t wait to relive the glory days of the Irrewarra Cricket Club and bring the next generation along for the ride during 100-year celebrations of the Redbacks.

Club members have been working away behind the scenes for the club’s special night tonight to mark the historic occasion.

Taylor expects over 130 people from far and wide to converge on the Colac Bowling Club as the Redbacks raise the bat.

The Colac Herald is beyond excited for the beginni

The Colac Herald is beyond excited for the beginning of the 2025 Winter sport season!

We look forward to bringing you all the latest local sport news as well as highlights from games throughout the week in the paper and online.

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A nostalgic prime mover project is helping a Colac

A nostalgic prime mover project is helping a Colac-born transport company celebrate 100 years in the business.

Wettenhalls Transport unveiled its Kenworth T909 centenary truck at its Colac depot yesterday morning.

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Colac’s Longest Lunch has brought the community

Colac’s Longest Lunch has brought the community together to raise about $18,000 for local healthcare.

Colac Area Health Foundation’s Ami Hillege said the event was a chance to raise important awareness and funds for a local wellbeing centre.

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