Articles by Aidan Fawkes
Champion’s racing days over
Champion Colac racehorse Bourbonstreetblues will see out his days in a lush Barongarook paddock.
Diverse field for team of year
Athletes young and older are among the nominations for Colac Sportsmen’s Club’s team of the year accolade.
Victim speaks on football concussions
A former Colac footballer who quit the game because of persistent head injuries says country football leagues are handling concussion as best they can.
New rule for junior football
Colac district football officials have introduced a new rule to even up lopsided junior matches involving teams struggling for players.
Commentator calls last game
Long-time Colac district sports commentator Warren Riches has stepped away from his spot on radio station 3CS.
Baseballer back after 17-year break
Almost two decades have passed since Gordon Lane last graced a baseball park, and the Colac Braves recruit is keen to return to the sport.
Carrying region’s hopes
Two budding Colac district tennis players will carry south-west Victoria’s hopes at a tournament next month.
Plans to start new basketball stadium
The Federal Government is confident but not certain construction of a Bluewater Fitness Centre upgrade will start within the next financial year.