Articles by: Alex Baird
Sky’s the limit for creative Lucy
The sky is the limit for Apollo Bay teenager Lucy Eastgate in her quest to explore the creative world of arts and literature.
Craftsmen use skills to enhance Hobbiton
A mastermind behind the Hobbiton movie set has called on the expertise of two Apollo Bay craftsmen to bring to life a new drawcard to the famous New Zealand property.
Rare creative project awaits in Antarctica
Embracing the sounds of the Otways at his Marengo property has prepared songwriter and composer David Bridie for Antarctica and his most daring project yet.
Insight into another world
An insight into the cruel reality of the hostile and tragic environment young girls face in Afghanistan under the Taliban’s regime is rare for teenagers like Apollo Bay’s Tess Neal.
Drought-breaking hole-in-one for Bay golfer
Faith Morrissy had 25 holes to register the fact she had just ended a 13-year drought of hole-in-ones for female golfers at Apollo Bay.
Summer memo missed
December missed the memo that summer had arrived in the Colac district after an underwhelming start to the warm season.
Val reflects on life at 99 years young
There’s something magical about Val Flitton and her outlook on life.
Bowlers brace for Aussie guns
Rhys Jeffs says suiting up alongside Aussie bowls superstars Aaron Teys and Corey Wedlock will be “a once in a lifetime opportunity” for Colac and Winchelsea players tonight.
No rush for absent Swan
Alvie premiership skipper Jarrod Groves says having a stable squad has been key to his side’s early season success, with the Swans not expecting star cricketer Liam McGuane to be available until after Christmas.
McDonald makes his mark at Geelong
Geelong coach Nick Speak says Irrewarra export Josh McDonald has made the most of an opportunity to fast-track his career in Victorian Premier Cricket.
State selection spurs young Colac champion
A desire to represent Victoria is still very much high on the agenda for Colac’s Will Collihole who is gearing up for another chance to impress state selectors.
Welcome distraction for Hawk
Former state league netballer Sophie Flecther says an opportunity to coach Apollo Bay’s A Grade side is the next best thing to playing after two knee reconstructions cut short her career.
State cricket rising star overcomes injury setbacks
Colac cricketer Henry Melville enters his last national campaign representing the state at underage level the fittest he’s been this summer following a horror run of knee injuries.
Two-car collision in Colac
Two females were treated for minor injuries at Colac’s hospital yesterday after a two-car collision at a major intersection on Murray Street.
Actor-comedian inspired by Bay
Actor-comedian Damian Callinan has revealed Apollo Bay is the inspiration behind his next project after falling in love with the coastal town and its dedication to an issue close to his heart.
Emergency services receive funding boost
Colac firies will soon have access to an upgraded forward command vehicle after securing more than $65,000 in State Government funding.
Wild weather causes yacht to capsize
Colac Yacht Club commodore Adam Chambers says newcomers to sailing had an experience they’ll never forget when their vessel capsized in a storm during Saturday’s race.
National employee award for Apollo Bay teenager
A community-minded approach to life has landed Apollo Bay teenager Jayde Bertrand a major award by a national employer.
Garden group ready to grow
A community member who planted one of the original seeds of an Apollo Bay edible gardens group says newcomers will find instant motivation on Sunday when the program begins a new chapter.
Lorne ready for smaller Schoolies crowd
A Lorne caravan park manager is expecting Schoolies revellers to create a buzz around the coastal town, despite numbers reportedly dropping this year.
Planned CFA burns provide protection
CFA crews were busy during planned burns near Cressy on the weekend “as an extra measure of protection” for the district entering fire season.
New footpath is taking shape
A new footpath along the Great Ocean Road in Apollo Bay is continuing to take shape with works to create a footbridge now underway.
Special ride for River at the Valley
Young Colac horse rider River Rothery has her sights on a career in the racing industry after an unforgettable experience on the eve of the Cox Plate.
Key local projects survive review
Upgrades to two dangerous Colac district intersections and improvements to the Warrnambool rail line are set to go ahead after they survived an independent review into major infrastructure projects Australia-wide.
