Articles by Alex Baird

  • Still celebrating the reward of a bold decision

    Kennett River’s Matt Bain will be forever grateful his wife Brooke twisted his arm to make a last-ditch attempt to watch his beloved Pies win an AFL premiership live at the MCG.

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  • Lorne theatre confidence

    A community leader is confident Lorne’s iconic theatre will remain a key part of the tourist town in the future as its original self.

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  • College cow’s local flavour

    Apollo Bay P-12 College pupils could get more than a freebee at the local ice cream shop if their artwork promoting the dairy industry is recognised on a national scale.

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  • Stamp of approval for iconic road

    Tourists think the Great Ocean Road is a Mickey Mouse location, and now it has the stamp of approval.

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  • Leaders hope for positive review on harbour plans

    Community leaders hope upgrades to the Apollo Bay harbour will match the original plans when a review is complete for the new authority in charge of the project.

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  • Community feedback key to reserve upgrade

    A passionate Apollo Bay community member says plans for much-needed upgrades to the town’s recreation reserve are in better shape 18 months down the track after GORCAPA sought feedback from residents.

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  • AFL focus for Bay photographer

    A photo of pure elation behind the scenes with this year’s Geelong league premiers has once again put Apollo Bay photographer Amber Noseda in the spotlight of the AFL’s Footy Focus competition.

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  • Teen on the cusp of senior state debut

    Geelong coach Stephen Field says Colac teenager Aanliya Cheeran is on the cusp of making her debut for Victoria in senior women’s cricket’s national competition as she prepares for a historic weekend with the Cats.

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