Apollo Bay
SHARKS BITE: Sharks end reigning premiers’ season
THE SEASON of Colac district cricket reigning premier Alvie is over after Apollo Bay made light work of the Swans in their semi-final clash.
ROAD TRAGEDY: Footy champion dies on coastal road
THE FOOTBALL community has paid tribute to AFL legend Paul Couch who died after he suffered a heart attack while cycling near Apollo Bay at the weekend.
EVIDENCE GIVEN: Priest featured in commission
CARDINAL George Pell has given evidence to a Royal Commission on Child Sex Abuse about a former priest who had served the Catholic Church at Apollo Bay.
UP AND COMERS: Hawks appoint young coaches
APOLLO BAY netball officials hope the appointment of two young netballers to lead the club will spark a boost in player numbers approaching the Hawks’ 2016 campaign.
FINALS FIGHT: Win boosts chances of contesting finals
IRREWARRA has ended its four-game losing streak and kept its finals aspirations alive with a crucial win against Apollo Bay.
EXTRA DAY: Seafood feast grows thanks to state grant
ORGANISERS of the Apollo Bay Seafood Festival have extended the event by a day after receiving a State Government grant.
NEW TEAM: Cricket helps new Aussies feel at home
TWO of the Colac district’s newest Australian citizens say cricket has helped them blossom in their new homes at Apollo Bay.
MARATHON EFFORT: Golfers raise awareness for brain injury charity
PLAYING 100 holes of golf in one day has helped a group of Apollo Bay golfers raise about $4000 for people with acquired brain injuries.