Articles by Liam McCullagh
Racer hopes numbers will rise
The Colac Racing Pigeon Club’s two most recent races have been weather-affected with the chilly conditions impacting race times and pigeon speeds.
Company celebrates 50 years
Fifty years is a huge landmark for any business – let alone a construction company that started in a Colac garage.
Predators pose a threat to racing pigeons
Although the number of flyers has decreased over the past couple of years at the Colac Racing Pigeon Club, a bigger issue has arisen during this year’s races.
Colac pigeons ready for international race
From Ararat to Broken Hill, Colac Racing Pigeon club president ‘Pigeon Pete’ Virgona has raced his pigeons the across Australia, however the upcoming Pattaya Race is the first time birds will have flown overseas.
Colac hosts dairy sales as an option for farmers
Colac Regional Saleyards has introduced a dairy sale, aiming to boost business and provide a market for district farmers.
Bombers ‘get the job done’ against Demons
On a wet and windy day at Warrowie Recreation Reserve, Irrewarra-Beeac “just got the job done” against a competitive Otway Districts outfit.
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.