Sport
Behind the scenes after Brisbane’s three-peat
Ros Monaghan says watching the Brisbane Lions celebrate their famous three-peat behind closed doors was just like being back at Central Reserve after one of Colac’s premiership wins.
Harty hits his straps for Cats
A Barwon region V-Line Cup coach is hopeful the experience of playing higher-level football can be a motivator for Colac district players to take their ability to the next level.
Local connections to boost Birregurra
Two CDCA premiership players and a state under-19 cricketer, all with connections to Birregurra, have the Saints primed for a red-hot crack at finals in 2023-24.
Talented Swan returns
Alvie captain Jarrod Groves says he expects returning junior Jensen Monaghan to play an important role in helping hold together the Swans’ middle-order batting.
Arbuthnot adds Cup to stellar debut darts season
Colac District Darts Association’s Adam Arbuthnot has had a debut season to remember in the sport, after adding a Colac Herald Cup to his collection.
Retirement plans on hold
Irrewarra-Beeac champion Rachel Rodger is one of Colac district netball’s greatest to ever hit the court and she says this year’s premiership wouldn’t be a bad way to finish a career like no other.
McDonald joins Garner at Cats
Geelong coach Nick Speak says having two Josh’s from Colac opening the bowling in Victorian Premier Cricket isn’t unrealistic after reigning Bill Johnston Medallist Josh McDonald’s pre-season form.
Redbacks remain confident after key departures
New Irrewarra captain Bryce McDonald says a champion quick and the addition of overseas cricketers will help cover the loss of two Bill Johnston Medallists.