Articles by Alex Baird

  • Australian cricket captain chips in for Colac golfers

    Australian limited overs cricket captain Aaron Finch has helped boost Colac golf’s rebuild efforts following an arson attack on the club last month.

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  • Cricket officials consider expanding Twenty20 format

    Colac District Cricket Association president Steve Millar says league officials could discuss including the Twenty20 format in the normal season next summer.

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  • Swans’ unique way to stay fit

    When Alvie footballers think of Echuca, they would usually envisage fond memories of post-season celebrations at the popular tourist spot.

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  • Safety before soccer: Rovers

    Colac Otway Rovers officials say the club has a lot to consider before committing to a potential soccer season next month.

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  • Tyquin move pays off for Birregurra

    Birregurra football icon Damian Melican says taking a punt by appointing Wayne Tyquin as their coach paid off for the club and champion goalkicker.

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  • Cast your vote

    It’s netball’s turn to for our readers to decide on the best team of the decade in the Colac district league after you crowned Birregurra’s back-to-back premiers footy’s top performers of the 2010s. We will post head-to-head battles on our Facebook page “Colac Herald Sport” for you to cast your vote, with three knock-out rounds […]

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  • Players have their say on season

    Colac District Football Netball League chairman Peter Hickey says he expects officials to take notice of player feedback when making a decision on the 2020 season.

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  • Swans secure new skipper

    Champion Colac district athlete Liam McGuane says taking on Alvie’s captaincy will allow him to have a full crack at a cricket season.

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