Articles by Alex Baird
Buggy boost during golfing boom in Colac
The arrival of replacement golf carts lost during an arson attack on the club could not have come at a better time for Colac officials who are witnessing a boom in the sport.
Rovers set to make call on soccer season
Colac Otway Rovers will let their senior soccer players decide if they want to compete in a Geelong competition this year, while the club is likely to choose against sending juniors down the highway. The Rovers could instead host underage games in Colac and are aiming to start a round-robin competition by June 28, the […]
Footy caller brings Colac district season to life
Local footy caller Max Blake has found a way to deliver matches to Colac district league followers during the uncertainty of whether a 2020 season will go ahead or not.
Bay golfers boost local brigade
Apollo Bay golfers made an ace contribution to their community before hitting the course again following the ease of coronavirus restrictions.
Crowds vital at Christmas races
Local horseracing officials are holding hope coronavirus restrictions will ease to allow for crowds by this year’s Christmas races in Colac.
Tassie trainer calls Colac temporary home
An up-and-coming Tasmanian horse trainer has left the region with a soft spot for Colac after utilising its facilities while his home state was without racing during the coronavirus pandemic.
Cricket points system creates conversation
A decision to introduce a player points system in Colac district cricket has divided cricket captains.
Simpson starts training, while others hold off
Simpson footballers have returned to training in a bid to maintain their fitness in the hope a season might eventuate, while two other clubs have cancelled training plans.