Articles by Alex Baird

  • Bay teen defies the odds after national medal

    An Apollo Bay leader says Teyvia Williams’ ability to win silver at national level shouldn’t be understated given the work she puts in to compete against the odds.

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  • K Hub commits after building sold

    The agent who sold the K Hub property on Murray Street says it’s positive news the chain signed a new three-year lease, despite some investors shying away from the sale after seeking a longer-term deal.

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  • Teen soars after setback

    Bolting into the final of an 800-metre running event at national level had extra meaning for Apollo Bay athlete Teyvia Williams and her support crew after learning the 16-year-old was being hampered by a health setback.

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  • Critical role for homegrown hero

    At just 18 years of age, Joe Ames has already clocked up more than 800 hours patrolling beaches at Apollo Bay and along the coast, but none have been more confronting than recent outings.

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  • Champion netballer in the mix for Mavs

    Brooke Allan says she feels well and truly part of new Suncorp Super Netball franchise the Melbourne Mavericks, with the multiple Colac premiership player in the mix to play just days out from the club’s historic first game.

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  • Walters wows Vixens mentor

    Convincing Melbourne Vixens coach Simone McKinnis to pounce on Colac youngster Zara Walters didn’t take Di Honey long when they were on the hunt for a midcourter to replace Aussie superstar Liz Watson. 

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  • Braves begin new era under Egan

    Colac baseballer Brendan DeLorenzo says he would love to see incoming coach Brad Egan back in the Braves’ colours in a playing capacity, while the veteran has high hopes for three teenagers ahead of the season opener.

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  • Generations farewell Apollo Bay

    Introducing her first grandchild to an Easter of camping at the Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve was bittersweet for Janet Santilli.

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