Articles tagged: Apollo Bay
Town square for Bay could fix intersection
Apollo Bay’s iconic war memorial would become the town’s civic square, under a new community proposal.
Bay eager for more funding for courts
Apollo Bay sportspeople want Colac Otway Shire Council to fund tennis and netball court upgrades for the town, after netballers paid for a partial upgrade.
New pool roof taking shape at Apollo Bay
Work to add a roof over Apollo Bay’s pool has had a slight hiccup but is on track to finish in the coming weeks.
Hall of Famer mentors Sharks
Australian cricket’s newest Hall of Famer Sharon Tredrea says giving back to the sport she loves so much at Apollo Bay is a rewarding way to end her remarkable journey in the sport.
Big plans for lifesaving centre
A community-driven initiative would see Apollo Bay become the home of nation-leading blue-water safety and surf lifesaving training.
Unique Forrest signs fall victim to thieves
Residents should be on the lookout for unique road signs stolen from Forrest, while a thief has helped themselves to a school’s plants at Apollo Bay.
Bay youngsters revive tennis at coastal club
Emerging tennis players will help Apollo Bay return to competitive tennis in the Polwarth association for the first time in more than 30 years.
Video link for coastal patients
Lorne and Apollo Bay residents will now have access to specialist emergency doctors after hours, thanks to a new video link.
DEEP THINKING
Sinking a ship at Apollo Bay could create a haven for fishers and divers, residents say, while investing in an artificial reef could help the Bay battle escalating coastal erosion.
Premiership link for father and son
In 2002, the late Apollo Bay club legend Bryan Noseda led the Hawks to a reserves football premiership at Colac’s Central Reserve. Seventeen years later, his son Matt achieved the same feat.
Girl, 17, suffers injuries in fall
An Apollo Bay teen has a swollen jaw, cuts and bruises after unrestrained dogs spooked the horse she was riding, causing her to plummet to the ground.
Green light for roundabout at Apollo Bay
Colac Otway Shire councillors have voted to give in-principle support to Regional Roads Victoria for a controversial roundabout at Apollo Bay, near the town’s war memorial.
Caddy joins Falcons
Apollo Bay export Alice Caddy’s dream of playing footy is coming true at a club that has shaped some of the trailblazers of the AFL Women’s competition.
Century goalkicker to boost Apollo Bay
Apollo Bay football coach Brent Macleod expects his forward line to cause headaches for opposition defenders this season after adding a century goalkicker.
Ruling against resort vindicates public campaign
An objector to a proposed Apollo Bay resort says the State Government’s decision to block the plan draws a “line in the sand” for the town’s future development.
Council wants new authority based at Apollo Bay
Colac Otway Shire Mayor Jason Schram says the council is advocating for Apollo Bay to be home to the Great Ocean Road Authority office.
Lifesaver honoured after ocean rescue
Apollo Bay lifesaver Jake Cooper has earned a bravery award for rescuing a man who was drowning in a rip off the town’s main beach.
Released man thrilled to be back on farm
This time last month, Christian Feetham was living in a detention facility which his mother likened to a crypt.
Apollo Bay man’s deportation cancelled at last minute
“Would you believe that I signed the documentation on Monday to go to New Zealand… I think we’re all still a bit shell shocked about it all.”
WHALE TRAPPED
Authorities are searching for a distressed southern right whale seen entangled in rope offshore near Apollo Bay.
Harbour viability assessed
Civic leaders are optimistic they’re making progress on a revamp of Apollo Bay’s harbour, after more than a decade in development limbo.
Councillors unanimous in opposing Apollo Bay resort
A $70-million tourist resort proposed for Apollo Bay will go to an independent planning panel without the support of Colac Otway Shire Council, following a unanimous vote this week.
Resort developer unveils sponsorship package
The developer of a proposed tourist resort at Apollo Bay has pledged up to $8 million to local community initiatives if his project gets the green light.
Corangamite MP announces commitment to pool
Apollo Bay’s community will celebrate securing the remaining $180,000 funding needed to upgrade the town’s swimming pool after years of campaigning.
