Articles by: Alex Baird
Deb’s discovery on display in Bay
Apollo Bay’s Deb Wickson says she never imagined one of her beach discoveries from an early morning walk would end up on display in a museum.
Almost half a century of giving
Even the kitchen sink has come across the desk during Christine Rooke’s wonderful 45 years of service to the Apollo Bay op shop.
Bay event puts skatepark in the spotlight
Skatepark campaigners in Apollo Bay say the arrival of a state-wide competition speaks of the facility’s importance to the coastal community and highlights a need for improvements.
Eyes on the prize for early risers
On an intimate Dawn Discovery Tour at Wildlife Wonders, a conservationist gives you exclusive insights into the lives of some of the more elusive and rarely seen animals who call the Otways home.
Bay swimming pool makes a big splash
Apollo Bay’s upgraded indoor swimming pool has not only become a haven for locals year-round, but a vital resource for holiday goers to the busy coastal town.
Summer vibes at Bay hotel
A new beer garden at the Apollo Bay Hotel provides the perfect spot for locals and visitors to relax and enjoy the summer vibes at the seaside destination.
Melville set for debut in top-flight Premier Cricket
Colac's Henry Melville is reportedly set to make his debut for Geelong in top-flight Victorian Premier Cricket tomorrow. The Herald understands the teenager will play in the Cats' Twenty20 clash against Carlton alongside fellow export Josh Garner at Princes Park.
No official word on Renegade’s plans
The father of Australian T20 icon and Colac export Aaron Finch says word of an official end to the superstar batsman’s professional career is yet to come through.
Alvie wary of Birregurra’s ‘danger-men’
Alvie captain Jarrod Groves says the Swans must limit Birregurra’s danger-men after the Saints denied the reigning premier a win during a thrilling encounter earlier in the summer.
Commanding win for CDCA in super test
State under-19 cricketer Henry Melville says up-and-coming Colac district cricketers relished a chance to play a longer format of the game during their representative win over Geelong.
Local ties link Bay with AFL superstar
Ties to a Colac AFL product landed Apollo Bay footballers the thrill of training alongside All Australian captain Toby Greene on their home deck.
Falling back in love with cricket again
Moving to Marengo and linking up with the Apollo Bay Cricket Club has reignited Australian Cricket Hall of Famer Sharon Tredrea’s passion for the sport.
Dylan turns a passion into a vital profession
They say you never clock off in some jobs, and for Apollo Bay’s Dylan Murnane that’s certainly the case at this time of the year patrolling the coast as a surf life saver.
Big Bash a real chance for Aanliya
Geelong coach Stephen Field says WBBL clubs around Australia could pounce on Aanliya Cheeran if the two Melbourne-based teams don’t snap up the Colac youngster soon.
All Australian skipper puts Hawks through paces
All Australian captain Toby Greene is taking time out from his holiday break in Apollo Bay to put Hawks footballers through their paces.
A place close to Cadel’s heart
The Great Ocean Road is home to more than just a race on home soil for Australia’s greatest ever cyclist Cadel Evans. The famous stretch of bitumen also leads the Tour de France winner to his biggest supporter.
Lobster market thrives locally
A focus on exporting lobster has taken a back seat for the Apollo Bay Fishermen’s Co-Op, which has turned its attention to feeding the mouths of tourists who are taking advantage of its fresh produce.
Red-tape frustration grows
Bass Strait Freight director David Harris says frustrations are growing with Colac Otway Shire Council, as his company hits more “preposterous” red tape in its bid to ship livestock from King Island to Apollo Bay.
Truck-load of toys and joy
A social group of bikies will put a smile on the faces of kids across the Colac district on Christmas Day after collecting $5000 worth of toys.
Bay’s big band debut road trip
Up-and-coming Apollo Bay musicians got a taste of what life is like on the road after performing at schools across the region during a whirlwind trip.
New face of iconic windmills
An iconic local business will continue delivering windmills worldwide from Colac under Steel 360.
Walters reflects on rollercoaster ride to joining Vixens
Zara Walters is now officially a Melbourne Vixen, a tag the exciting young Colac netballer says she still finds hard to believe after a rollercoaster of emotions to share the news.
Birre teen and mum save life
A Birregurra mum says a man is lucky to be alive after her son pulled him from the ocean near Wye River.
Program inspires future lifesavers
Apollo Bay youngsters have been preparing for a safe summer by the beach through a surf cadets program at school.
