Articles by: Alex Baird
Beeac coffee catch-up complaint shocks group
A weekly coffee catch-up in Beeac, which has become a mental health release for retired men from across the region, will continue today despite a “bump in the road”.
Ambulance response a concern for Colac
A real-life situation during first-aid training in Colac has put concerns about the region’s slow ambulance response times in the spotlight.
Young Rover inspires mum to return
Growing up as a little girl in Norway with easy access to soccer is motivating Tonje Medley to help the Colac Otway Rovers come closer than ever to establishing a women’s program.
Falcons excited for more footy
A devastating end to the football season had a twist for five Colac Tigers footballers after learning they’d get a chance to suit up with the Geelong Falcons later this month.
New competition continues to improve
Household names in Colac district netball and newcomers to the sport have put the newly formed D Grade competition in the spotlight during finals again this year.
Call for croquet court upgrade
Colac croquet players will start a new season on temporary courts while they continue to campaign for repairs to their “condemned” playing surface on Church Street.
Swans flying early in finals
An impressive Alvie B Grade squad made an imposing start to netball finals.
Former Tiger plays huge role in Joeys’ rise
St Joseph’s coach Riley Richardson says Colac netballer Brooke Allan has been instrumental leading the club to a Geelong league minor premiership.
Call for croquet court upgrade
Colac croquet players will start a new season on temporary courts while they continue to campaign for repairs to their “condemned” playing surface at Church Street.
Swans’ inner sanctum had belief
Saturday’s A Grade netball qualifying final scoreline surprised everyone except those in Alvie’s inner sanctum.
Birre returns to finals with a bang
Birregurra netball officials say a brave tactical move from Saints coach Saskia Rowan proved vital in the club’s drought-breaking A Grade finals’ win yesterday.
Young Eagles flying
This time last year, Colac district netball rising stars Remy Duynhoven and Briea McLachlan were playing in a 17-and-under premiership with the Western Eagles.
Early detection essential
Forrest’s Joyce Howcroft has seen firsthand the importance of early detection when it comes to skin cancer.
Coach thrilled with squad’s talent
Returning South Colac netballer Kate Mulgrew says the talent in her C Grade side would comfortably slot into the higher grades.
Young Roos ready for finals
South Colac junior mentor Maggie Eldridge says impressive performances against the benchmarks of the 15-and-under competition leading into finals has her netballers primed for September action.
Roo relishing challenge following move
Plying her trade as a defender behind superstar Brooke Allan and other state league netballers meant opportunities to play the main game were limited for Chloe Lang during her introduction to senior level at the Colac Tigers.
New-look Saints squad set for title defence
Birregurra will aim to continue its stranglehold on Colac district netball’s B Grade competition from fifth spot and with an almost entirely new squad in 2024.
Rewarding new life for Filipino families in Colac
Four young Filipino fathers arrived in Colac two years ago to set the foundations for starting a new life in Australia for their families. The decision was a bold move for not just them, but their partners and children back home, and Rhys Evans Farm Machinery, their new employer which has shown faith and supported the diesel mechanics to a point where they felt like Colac was a place they could call home. In recent weeks, Jade Gamboa, Jerold Escabusa and Dalyn Lumagod have been joined by their families, while Alvin Villapana is hoping his wife and their two children can settle in Colac by early next year. We spoke with each of them and Sean McGuane from Rhys Evans about what has become a special journey together.
Report disappoints open swim officials
An organiser of planned open water swim at Lake Colac says she hopes council will investigate ways to make water levels safe for competitors, despite a report suggesting they shouldn’t support an event of its nature.
Coast groups plan council nominee forum
Two coastal community groups plan to invite Colac Otway Shire councillor nominees to Apollo Bay for a forum ahead of October’s election.
Market promotes local produce
A monthly market promoting “mostly organic homegrown produce” will launch next month, becoming the latest event to make the Colac Showgrounds home.
Bay rec reserve set to re-open for holidays
A popular Apollo Bay holiday spot will re-open next month in time for the school holidays and busy summer period.
Voice reflects on success
Ensuring a community facility remained in the hands of Apollo Bay locals and building “important relationships with some key bodies” have been highlights for a coastal lobby group one year into its journey.
Sacred Heart shines during Book Week
An acrobatic performance from Sacred Heart Primary School principal Jack Lenaghan almost stole the show during Book Week celebrations.
