Articles tagged: Apollo Bay

Warm temps, dry winds spark blazes
Multiple fires sparked across the district this weekend, serving as a timely reminder of fire risks despite restrictions lifting.

Police prepare report for coroner after Bay death
Police will prepare a report for the coroner following the discovery of a body at Apollo Bay’s harbour.

Family finds safety in Australia
An Afghan family say they have found “safety and freedom” in Australia after the Apollo Bay community worked tirelessly to help bring them to a better life.

Body found at Bay harbour
Police will prepare a report for the coroner following the discovery of a body at Apollo Bay's harbour this morning.

The Bay farewells beloved Donnyo
Few people have left such a deep imprint on their community as Donny O’Meara and Bryan Noseda have on Apollo Bay.

Coroner delivers findings
A Coroner has called for Victoria Police’s chief commissioner to cover legal fees for the sister of former Apollo Bay man Simon Gaskill.

Indigenous game shines health light
Tomorrow’s official Indigenous round at Birregurra will be more than a game, with co-ordinators using the round’s spotlight to offer vital health education and cultural awareness.

Bridging healthcare divide
Victoria’s mobile health clinic has announced its return to Apollo Bay, aiming to address barriers that rural women face when accessing healthcare.

Victorian Governor’s award commends Bay fishing families
From council chambers to local businesses, Colac Otway residents have received high honours for their community contributions from the Governor of Victoria.

Bringing Apollo Bay to screens
Former Apollo Bay resident Ella Bourne always knew there was something magical about her small coastal town when she was growing up.

Artistic awakening at the Bay
The first time Georgia Graffin saw the ocean turn pink at Split Point she was just passing through, an artist who for two years had travelled around Australia in search of a place to call home.

Businesses hoping for weekend crowd
As concern over rising fuel costs builds ahead of the Easter holiday period, businesses through the Otways are bracing for uncertain times.

Day out for families at Apollo Bay show
Crowds are continuing to flock to an important annual Apollo Bay event following its resurgence in recent years.

Special milestone for cable station
In 1936 the first telephone link from the mainland to Tasmania was achieved by the opening of the Apollo Bay Cable Station.

Bay artist reignites creativity
Apollo Bay artist Zuzanna Karolewska has reclaimed her spark for painting, creating expressive regional landscapes from her window.

Lifesaving clubs observe quieter summer season
Coastal Surf Life Saving Clubs are urging beachgoers to continue seeking out patrolled beaches heading into the Easter break, following a quieter summer season.

Contract awarded for Apollo Bay road renewal
Roads surrounding Apollo Bay’s P-12 College and Great Ocean Road Health are set to be revamped after Colac Otway Shire Council awarded the contract for a planned road reconstruction project.

Hawks swoop to add more key footballers
Apollo Bay captain Tristan Smith says the club is going from strength to strength with the Geelong base growing by another four recruits this week.

New doco series combines Bay stories
Apollo Bay residents new and old have packed out the Mechanics Hall for the premiere of Recollections of Apollo Bay, a community-driven documentary series retelling the history of the coastal town.

New chief leads health service
An unprecedented start has helped new Great Ocean Road Health chief executive Brandon Howard witness the coastal region’s community spirit firsthand.

New year drive ends in 13-month licence ban
An Apollo Bay woman who wanted to start the new year in her own bed won’t be driving for the next year after she was caught at nearly three times over the legal blood alcohol limit.

Apollo Bay businesses open for business after ‘abysmal’ summer
A cascade of fires, floods and health scares has hollowed out visitor numbers along the Great Ocean Road, delivering a heavy blow to Apollo Bay businesses during what should have been weeks of peak summer trading.

Major Apollo Bay upgrade starts, stores remain accessible
A $1.7-million road surface, drainage and pedestrian safety upgrade is underway at Apollo Bay.

Students learning to protect vulnerable species
The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority is urging Apollo Bay community members to abide by warnings to protect hooded plovers after two chicks hatched at Wild Dog Beach.

