Apollo Bay
Police ready for festival crowd
APOLLO Bay police say they are prepared for thousands of people to converge on the coastal town for its annual music festival this weekend.
Thieves steal Buddha statue
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after the theft of a statue from a residential property in Apollo Bay.
Don’t forget us, urge forgotten Apollo Bay voters
APOLLO BAY community leaders say they are “bitterly disappointed” the shire failed to elect a councillor from the coastal hub.
Another two join council race
ANOTHER two contenders have joined the field for Colac Otway Shire Council’s elections.
Koala rescue in town’s main street
A TRADESMAN and a postie have helped to rescue a koala from Apollo Bay’s main street.
Water storage approved despite objections
CIVIC leaders have approved plans for a new $22-million water basin and pumping station at Apollo Bay despite objections from coastal residents.
Hawk snares medal with four wins
STAR Apollo Bay recruit Hamish Tamlin has proven it doesn’t take wins to earn individual accolades.
Fire guts holiday home
A COLAC man says he is devastated after fire gutted his family’s holiday home.