Articles by: Liam McCullagh
Conditions influence contest
Lorne coach Ed Curnow said the conditions at Elliminyt Recreation Reserve were “fun” but also a “shame” in the Dolphins’ 44-point win over South Colac on the weekend.
Young Saints impress Swan
Alvie co-coach Shane Quick has commended Birregurra’s youngsters for their efforts in a “savage” day for footy at Birregurra.
Terry’s dairy journey recognised
Deans Marsh dairy farmer Terry Richardson says he is prouder of the relationships he has built during his 20 years in the area than the awards he has received along the way. But he has described his latest accolade as an honor. Terry has received the Australian Dairy Industry Council’s 2023 Pat Rowley Outstanding Service […]
Gun club officials proud of Olympian ahead of Paris
Colac Gun Club president Rhys Hirth said the club could not be prouder of Penny Smith for securing a second-time spot in Australia’s Olympic team.
State selection for teen bowler
Winchelsea lawn bowler Max Heaton-Harris has continued his meteoric rise in the sport by being selected to represent Victoria at the under-18 National Championships in October.
Cat backs Dog for AFLW spot
Colac AFLW export Darcy Moloney says she believes her former teammate Keeley Hardingham deserves an opportunity at the top level.
Cycling clubs join forces to boost numbers
Numbers at Colac cycling meets have failed to drop off during the chilly winter conditions thanks to the combination of the Colac and Colac Veterans Cycling Clubs. The clubs have combined for two successful races with the aim of boosting numbers during the coldest weekends in winter. Despite the “Antarctic-like conditions” numbers did not waiver […]
Businesses supporting 40-km zone extension
Community member Joy Middleton has called for the Colac Otway Shire’s new speed limit introductions in Colac’s CBD to be extended an extra block.
Bowlers supportive of change
Colac Tenpin’s senior ramblers league has become mixed for the first time, with women allowed to compete in Colac’s highest tenpin league.
Car crash fails to stop young Swan
Alvie’s Hamish Stinchcombe says he has surprised himself with how quickly he returned to the football field after a life-threatening car crash just over a year ago.
New chapter for rising star
Colac cricket export Henry Melville says a chance for more opportunities in Victorian Premier Cricket’s top division was a big factor in his decision to join Melbourne University.
Hattah victory still to sink in
Winning one of Australia’s largest desert dirt bike races is still yet to sink in for former Lorne rider Callum Norton, who took out the Hattah Desert Race on Sunday. Norton overcame his second placed finish last month at the Finke Desert Race going one better over the weekend. The grueling race, which is four […]
Trekkers reflect on challenge
Seventeen trekkers including school students, teachers and AKD staff have returned home after completing Papua New Guinea’s iconic Kokoda trail.
Soccer growth excites skipper
Beginning his career in the second year of the Colac Otway Rovers’ establishment, Colac’s longest-serving player Nathan Haynes has enjoyed the rigours that come with being the club’s captain.
Petition calls for road fix
Simpson locals and community leaders are calling for sweeping changes to a dangerous stretch of the Lavers Hill-Cobden Road following six recent crashes. State Member for Polwarth Richard Riordan, Corangamite Mayor Kate Makin, Simpson Community House’s Deb Smith and Timboon business man David Costin gathered where 40-kilometre-per-hour signs have been introduced in response to the […]
Journalist’s special front-row seat
Not many people have had a front-row seat to some of sport’s most iconic moments, but former Colac local and journalist Scott Gullan can stake those claims.
Tokyo result to motivate cyclist
Ex-Camperdown local and current Australian cyclist Grace Brown will be using her fourth-place finish in the women’s individual time trial event at Tokyo in 2021 as motivation, hoping to go one better in Paris.
Colac fire station welcomes public defib
A defibrillator machine has been installed at the front of the Colac Fire Brigade station, providing central, 24-hour access to the vital, potentially life-saving equipment.
Nurse recovers after ‘freak’ crash
An Apollo Bay nurse injured in a freak car accident two weeks ago has had surgery and is recovering in Melbourne.
Potential running track move upsets brigade
Colac Fire Brigade captain Daniel Williams is not happy with the proposed plans for the Lake Colac foreshore, which would force the brigade to relocate its training track.
Dolphin tackles gruelling race
Lorne A Grade netball coach Leigh Potter missed the Dolphins’ clash against Simpson on the weekend for a physically gruelling national event, competing against thousands.
Bringing the brew to lake foreshore
To compensate for a cool brisk Colac morning, lake visitors appreciate the lattes, cappuccinos and long blacks brewed to perfection in the Coffee at Pelican Point van.
Permanent soccer field in Colac years away
Despite more than a decade of community campaigning and significant local growth in the World Game, establishment of a permanent, purpose-built soccer field in Colac appears to be years away.
Band hits the country pub scene
A band of Trinity College students is ready to rock the country pub scene while gaining experience ahead of an upcoming stage play.
