Articles by: Alex Baird
Colac Kookas coach considers future
Champion Colac basketballer Jordan Lingard says he would seriously consider leading the Kookas again in the next CBL season if the 2024-25 roster stuck together.
Division One ladder takes shape
Colac district cricket’s top four is by no means set in stone during the early stages of the 2024-25 Division One season. But the weekend’s washed-out games arrived after each side has had the chance to play their opposition once this season, and both Irrewarra and City United have some ground to make up to break into cricket finals nearing the halfway mark of the season.
Lower grade cricket heating up
We take a look at how the Division Two competition is shaping up following the weekend's washout.
Rink’s undying love for horses
It’s not just the working-class man or woman that benefits from the wonders of moving to the Otways coast for retirement.
Football to farming excellence
Brownlow Medallist Gary Dempsey’s farming journey at Yeo would have made his late father just as proud as his son’s illustrious career in footy.
Climate team’s fight not over
A climate action group founded in Apollo Bay is expanding, and its leader has a message in the wake of their most significant win.
Bay boosted by back-up power
Learning of the devastation a coastal town went through without power during an emergency situation motivated Nicola Philp to campaign for an energy back-up system in Apollo Bay.
Retiree backs firewood petition
Apollo Bay retiree Christine Rooke relies on firewood not just to keep her house warm.
Bay hosts councillor forum
Council candidates addressed key coastal issues during their pitch to Apollo Bay residents at a forum on the weekend.
Birregurra motor show set to return for 2025
Birregurra Motor Enthusiasts officials are gearing up for the second instalment of their car show with a new name in a bid to match the excitement of this year’s event.
Bay locals support mental health crusaders
An impromptu yoga session initiated by an Apollo Bay local added a special touch to an icy morning dip at the coastal town as part of a nationwide movement.
League investigates fourth division
Colac district cricket officials are investigating introducing a fourth senior grade on the eve of the 2024-25 campaign.
Councillor nominees hit the coast
Coastal voters will hear from two thirds of Colac Otway Shire councillor nominees at a forum in Apollo Bay on Sunday.
Wonder-ful opportunity for volunteers
Volunteering alongside wallabies, potoroos and bandicoots each week is a special experience for a committed bunch of Apollo Bay locals.
Transitioning away from wool
The shearing shed on the Costin’s Apollo Bay farm might not have much of a future if everything goes to plan.
Falcon took on McCartin, De Goey
Lewis Melican was always worth holding onto if you ask the former Birregurra junior’s coach at the Geelong Falcons.
Colac netballer crowned GFNL’s best
Colac Tigers officials say Eliza Cahill reached another level this year on her way to being crowned joint-winner of Geelong netball’s A Grade league best-and-fairest, after the club farewelled two genuine stars.
Abbey dedicates flag to Colac netball legend
Premiership netballer Abbey Hayes would have loved one final piece of advice from her late Nana entering Saturday’s C Grade decider with Colac Imperials.
Siblings shine bright on grand final stage
While they had mixed outcomes in their grand finals, talented Colac siblings Ellinor and Ingemar Borrack achieved a rare double in footy and netball.
Next gen on track for stardom
Two famous names in Colac district netball were prominent once again on grand final day.
Bombers coach steps down
Assisting the Colac Kookas men’s basketball side and a potential new role in netball are set to keep Dave Boyce busy after announcing he has stepped down as coach of Irrewarra-Beeac.
South’s young leaders step up on the big stage
South Colac co-coaches Britttany and Janelle Monaghan say their leaders stood up in the last quarter to secure the club its first flag in the 17-and-under ranks since they featured in the competition 11 years ago.
Memorable day for Bombers mum
Of the 12 premierships Irrewarra-Beeac legend Renee Hall has won with the Bombers, her latest could be hard to top.
Midcourter’s legend grows after big day out
Just when Chelsea Hillman’s status in Colac district netball couldn’t grow much more, the champion midcourter delivered once again on the big stage to land Alvie a flag and pick up her first Rebecca Finn Medal.
