Articles by David McKenzie
Confidence-boosting triumph ahead of finals rematch
Colac Tigers’ A Grade netballers got a major confidence boost ahead of finals with a 14-goal win over third-placed South Barwon.
Swans’ reserves fight back
Alvie has surged from behind to beat Lorne in the reserves qualifying final and will now take on minor premier South Colac for a spot in the grand final.
Wetter times ahead
The Bureau of Meteorology says the likelihood of a La Niña weather pattern returning this spring is about three times the normal risk, meaning another wet summer could be ahead.
Park to reopen by end of year
Geelong-based construction companies SCAADA Group and Formflow will lead a redevelopment of the Skenes Creek Foreshore Caravan Park, with work to begin in coming months.
Window smashed for wine theft
A Carrum Downs man, 33, will face court over an early-morning smash-and-grab at an Apollo Bay supermarket.
Rules to phase out battery cages
The Australian poultry industry will phase out battery cages by 2036.
National awards for industry innovation
Applications are open for the 2023 Science and Innovation Awards, to fund innovative projects in agriculture, fisheries and forestry.
Winchelsea elms to receive a haircut
Surf Coast Shire Council will trim 10 elm trees at Winchelsea’s Lions Park to remove dead wood.