Articles by: Kiel Egging
District pigeon trainer taking on world’s best
An Elliminyt pigeon breeder could win hundreds of thousands of dollars when he competes in one of the world’s biggest pigeon races in South Africa.
‘Our time’ says Braves coach
Colac Braves A Reserve coach Josh Hay says he and his baseballers expect to win a Geelong Baseball Association premiership tomorrow, declaring "it's our time to win it".
Colac basketballer’s new college venture
Colac basketball export Jordan Lingard says he is taking an exciting "step up" in his American college basketball career after signing with a new college.
Colac’s starring role in new Chinese film
Lake Colac has formed the backdrop for an upcoming Chinese film, providing an economic and tourism boost for Colac.
Baseball legend strives to extend decorated career
Colac baseball legend Murray Hillman will play his 500th senior game tomorrow, and says he will keep playing for as long as he physically can.
Sole female baseballer a part of Braves’ family
Colac baseballer Teri Jackson says her teammates treat her as "one of the boys" after five seasons with the Colac Braves.
Builder proud of history
Veteran Colac builder Leigh Kidman says his family company has weathered huge changes in the building industry over the past six decades.
Baseballers end Guild hoodoo with sound win
Colac Braves A Reserve coach Josh Hay says his baseballers's confidence is "sky high" after defeating their arch rivals for the first time in two years.
Fourth train service to begin in new year
Colac public transport advocate Brian Crook says he is comfortable waiting until next year for a fourth daily V-Line train service to begin servicing Colac.
‘Frightening’ potholes along new highway
A Colac motorist says concerns about potholes have caused a frightening hazard on the Princes Highway near Winchelsea, months after the newly upgraded road re-opened.
Colac teenager in competition
A Colac teenager could become Miss Teen International when she travels to Thailand to compete in a beauty pageant next month.
Teacher dives into retirement
Veteran Colac Secondary College teacher Michael Barrand says he will begin his retirement from 40 years of teaching by painting his grandson’s bedroom.
New citizen is eager to vote
Colac’s Angela Mahoney says she is looking forward having a say on Australia’s future when she becomes an Australian citizen tomorrow.
Tax scam victim warns of threat
A Kawarren man has warned Colac and district residents to be wary of suspicious phone calls after he was caught up in a fake tax scam.
Colac woman plans 800km charity ride
The determination and humanitarian efforts of an orphanage worker with terminal cancer has inspired a Barongarook West woman to take on the biggest physical challenge of her life.
Tuna haul attracting fishermen
Apollo Bay could be set for another bumper tuna season with anglers flocking to the coastal town this week.
Above-average rain welcomed
Colac district farmers are celebrating drought-breaking rain last month, with Mount Gellibrand’s weather station recording almost double the May average.
Community supports call for trail upgrade
A Forrest business owner says upgrades of the district's mountain bike trails could provide a tourism and economic boost while also securing the town's future.
Colac will feature in actor’s project
Colac acting export Tyson Jarvis says filming his new film in the region is his way of giving back to Colac’s supportive community.
Real estate demand reaches 15-year high
Colac real estate agents say buyer demand for residential properties in Colac has reached a level they haven’t seen since the early 2000s.
BEST BUILDER: Apprentice claims state honour
AN AWARD-WINNING Apollo Bay apprentice carpenter says the best part of his job is seeing the results at the end of each day.
LOYAL SERVICE: National honour for volunteer
COLAC's Ruth Spokes is being recognised by Vision Australia for 25 years of voluntary service with the organisation as part of National Volunteers Week.
ALL CLEAR: New Coles on track for opening in 2017
COLES hopes to open its new Colac supermarket in mid-2017, with developers set to begin construction “in the next couple of months”.
PERILOUS: Traffic concerns halt Anzac Day marchers
COLAC CITY BAND members had to abandon the last leg of Colac’s Anzac Day march due to safety concerns.
