Articles tagged: Apollo Bay
Sharks eye finals push with additions
Apollo Bay is hoping an influx of recruits can help the club push for a top-grade finals berth for the first time in a decade.
Bay to build on junior triumphs
Apollo Bay junior football program saw reward for effort this year with two premierships, and officials hope it can lead to success for their seniors in years to come.
MILLIONS: Report reveals cost of priority paths
Almost 15 kilometres of new footpaths in Colac and Apollo Bay would cost more than $7 million, a Colac Otway Shire Council review says.
Rescue funds spent
Officials have confirmed that $550,000 for toilets and an ocean rescue shed at Apollo Bay has been spent elsewhere.
Construction starts in summer
Construction on the $12.61-million Apollo Bay Harbour redevelopment will kick off in December, with officials hoping to have the major project completed by June next year.
Petition supports family’s visa
Receiving 11th-hour visas this week will help an Afghan family start a potential new life at Apollo Bay, but some members might be left behind in harm’s way.
Spraying concerns community
Concerned Apollo Bay community members have spoken out about the use of glyphosate weed spraying.
Bay tool thief charged
A man has been charged with theft for stealing power tools from an Apollo Bay property.
Minor quake shakes coast
A minor earthquake has hit south of Apollo Bay, but it is doubtful that the tremor was felt by many residents.
July rain boosts region
Much-needed rainfall has made its mark during July, with multiple areas across south-west Victoria receiving their highest or second-highest rainfall totals for the year.
Rain boosts storage levels, restrictions lifting
A welcome rise in storage levels will see water restrictions lifted at Apollo Bay, Marengo and Skenes Creek.
Art offers solace for Afghan teen
For Colac and district creatives, art is often a way to express themselves and connect with others.
Police issue reminder after Bay tool theft
Apollo Bay police are reminding people to lock up their homes, cars and valuables after a recent theft in the coastal town.
Photographer snaps rare orange-bellied bird
An Apollo Bay photographer has captured a remarkable moment with a rare subject.
Amenities sought at harbour
Apollo Bay’s port operations depot should be improved and there should be showers and change rooms at the harbour precinct, users say.
‘Clearly dangerous’ speedster slammed
A probationary driver who was caught driving at almost 50 kilometres an hour above the speed limit near Apollo Bay has lost his licence for 12 months.
COASTAL DROP: Median values ease, more rentals reported at Bay
Cost-of-living pressures, land tax increases and expense hikes for short-stay rentals are fuelling a decline in coastal housing prices, experts say.
Skaters unite, call for upgrade
A new Apollo Bay group wants to boost community connections and push for a foreshore skatepark upgrade.
Hygiene habits stop Apollo Bay virus spread
A rise in Apollo Bay respiratory illnesses has health care professionals encouraging residents to take preventative measures.
Information sought on Bay burglaries
Apollo Bay Police are appealing for information regarding a recent string of burglaries in the town.
Permission sought for five new Bay homes
Five new houses could be built at Apollo Bay if the development gets Colac Otway Shire Council’s tick of approval.
Apollo Bay photographer captures wildlife
Three eye-catching snaps by a Wongarra-based wildlife photographer have been named finalists in a worldwide competition.
Timor Leste coming to coast
Otways musician David Bridie hopes an upcoming Apollo Bay concert showcasing talented Timor Leste musicians could be the start of a new musical journey.
Water restrictions easing in Apollo Bay
A welcome rise in water storage levels thanks to a month of much-needed rainfall will see stage three water restrictions ease in Apollo Bay.
