Articles by Alex Baird
RSL move to boost Colac district clubs
CDFNL chairman Peter Hickey says officials are confident their RSL venture will boost clubs financially for years to come after they followed a successful model from a neighbouring league.
Finch fires, but side fails
Australia has blown a chance to claim a one-day series against England after Colac export Aaron Finch put his side in a strong position.
Pandemic stalls speedway plans
Simpson Speedway official Alan Symons says the coronavirus pandemic is likely to stall racing until after Christmas.
Wood wants to remain a Dog
Former Camperdown footballer Easton Wood has signalled extending his career at the Western Bulldogs as he aims to return for the club’s season-defining final round match.
Quarantine helps St Mary’s recruit settle in
Apollo Bay product Dustin Walters says arriving in the Northern Territory and spending two weeks in isolation has prepared him for what to expect playing footy up north.
Saints sign another former Colac Tiger
Former Colac district rising star winner Dustin Walters says he wants to stamp his authority on the Northern Territory Football League.
‘Super’ carnival on the cards
Colac district’s top junior cricketers could feature in a “super” Country Week carnival this summer after the Youth Premier League was cancelled for 2020-21.
League backs points decision
Peter Hickey says Colac district officials met with AFL Barwon multiple times to ensure the 2021 player points model was in line with neighbouring leagues.