Sport
Double blow for Demon
Concussion and a serious shoulder injury aren’t likely to make Otway Districts youngster Jasper Coutts shy away from stepping back into the senior football ranks.
Team runs in friend’s memory
A group of Colac friends will tackle the Great Ocean Road Running Festival each year in the memory of their “beautiful friend” Jess McGuane, who lost a battle with depression last year.
Late selection to join state football squad
Vic Country coach Matt Battistello says Colac AFL prospect Cooper Stephens forced his way into the state squad with eye catching performances after an injury layoff.
Soccer legend excited to visit
Australian soccer legend Harry Kewell has praised the Colac Otway Rovers for reviving junior soccer in the district.
Forrest to host Saints for remainder of 2017
Birregurra’s footballers and netballers will call Forrest their home in 2017 after a delay in upgrades to the Saints’ netball facilities.
Forward concussed during thrilling win
An alleged incident which left Colac footballer Nick Lynch with concussion was the only sour note in the Tigers’ thrilling come-from-behind win against South Barwon.
Swans duo hurt in big win
Alvie football officials are sweating over the severity of injuries to Andrich De La Cruz and Alex Williamson following their dominant win against Colac Imperials.
Rolling for Australia
Colac lawn bowler Ken Hanson will represent Australia for the first time at two upcoming international events.