Articles by: Jamie Beale
Mid-week memory makes history
A Colac golfer has achieved one of the sport’s greatest feats in a midweek tournament at the Colac Golf Club.
Hoopers handle atmosphere at Nationals
Two Colac basketballers have impressed at a National Junior Classic basketball competition.
Simpson back in contention
The Simpson Tigers have pulled themselves back into top five contention with a surprise win on the road against South Colac.
Tigers find the little wins in loss to Geelong
The Colac Tigers have started to believe in their improvements showing on-court adjustments based on their training.
Imps survive Dolphins scare
The Colac Imperials have held onto their winning streak, extending it to six games, after prevailing in a tight final quarter.
Birregurra to find new avenues amid injury woes
Top of the table Birregurra is approaching this weekend’s clash against the Western Eagles knowing things might look different from weeks past.
Mallet club greenery back to former glory
Croquet players have had a swing on new Colac Mallet Sports Club lawns for the first time this year.
Colac takes no time off during bye weekend
The Colac Tigers return to the court tomorrow against third-placed Geelong West Giants.
Challengers circling Swans
Alvie’s A-grade netballers are looking every bit the contender as they near the season’s halfway mark, determined to defend their 2024 flag.
Podium finishes for off-road riders
Two Colac district riders have continued to impress at races over the last fortnight in state and national championships.
Bastion of AFL Barwon to leave after two decades
A stalwart of AFL Barwon has announced his departure at the close of the 2025 season to the administrative body.
Junior program produce representative Rovers
Three junior Colac Otway Rovers representatives will play for the Geelong Region at the 2025 Victorian Country Championships this weekend.
Combined comp for country clubs
A Colac rider has won an event at a local competition over the weekend, as Colac and Terang Adult Riding Clubs came together to host a tournament.
Saints skipper goes down in win
Birregurra have overcome a string of injuries and a relentless Irrewarra-Beeac outfit to claim a gritty 14.7 (91) to 7.10 (52) victory, with the Saints showing off their depth and heart.
Terrific Braves drop points for first time
The Colac Braves division two side walked off their home diamond on Saturday afternoon with an unfamiliar result from their dominant season so far.
Imps climb to the top of the ladder
The Colac Imperials have climbed to the top of the netball ladder following their 29-point win against Simpson.
Smartt becomes first family member in AFL
Oskar Smartt’s selection in the AFL mid-season draft marks the first time a member of his talented family has reached the elite ranks.
Top ten finish in country comp for Colac golfer
A Colac golfer has tied for ninth at Victorian Country Championships.
Youngsters impress at association champs
Junior CDFNL netball rep squads have impressed at the Central West Netball Championships.
Bombers await tough test from ladder-leader
Irrewarra-Beeac is preparing for a clash with top-of-the-table Birregurra this weekend, looking to build on its momentum following a gutsy three-point win over South Colac.
Bomber enjoying return to old role
A defender’s transition to goals has Irrewarra-Beeac’s offence rolling with the Bombers currently the highest-scoring team across the opening six rounds.
Corio challenge Colac’s mettle
A final-innings comeback against the Corio Tigers shows the Colac Braves can operate under pressure.
Volunteers hurry to help hurt Hawk
Last week’s National Volunteer Week witnessed one of the CDFNL’s worst injuries of the season.
Braves tested by Royals away from home
The Colac Braves have reached seven victories from seven games in both divisions, cementing themselves as title favourites in both grades.
