Articles tagged: Apollo Bay
Dip in accommodation numbers
Tourism numbers across the Colac district have been down these school holidays compared with previous years.
Council set to fix landslip-prone Apollo Bay road
Apollo Bay’s Old Tuxion Road will receive a $100,000 upgrade from the Colac Otway Shire Council, after other council projects came in under budget.
Dairying dream for Bay family
Nathan Telford and Caroline Grinter don’t always have spare time to stop and enjoy the sea views of their Apollo Bay dairy farm, but when they do, they appreciate their corner of the world just a little bit more each time.
Habitats conserved at Apollo Bay sanctuary
Apollo Bay students have had a first-hand look at the importance of habitat conservation.
Shipwreck memories linger a century on
Apollo Bay has this week marked the centenary of a shipwreck and rescue near the town.
From Apollo Bay to Europe, Estelle reflects on journey in classical music
Estelle Shircore-Barker is making a name for herself as a concert pianist in Europe, a long way from her life at Apollo Bay.
Guilty plea for man after assaulting his partner
A man has promised to be on his best behaviour after drinking half a bottle of Jack Daniels and hitting his long-term partner.
Museums Victoria unable to protect footprints
An Apollo Bay couple has documented more than 1000 dinosaur fossil footprints near Skenes Creek, but Museums Victoria says it isn’t involved in protecting them.
Coast hits the small screen
Lorne and Apollo Bay have enjoyed 15 minutes of fame on the small screen, featuring on an episode of the Channel Nine television series Postcards.
Council stands firm on coastal policies
Colac Otway Shire councillors have made a strong statement they will fight to protect Apollo Bay’s skate park and won’t let the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority dictate coastal policy.
Coastal focus for Apollo Bay council meeting
Colac Otway Shire Council will turn its attention to coastal communities at this week’s council meeting.
Apollo Bay residents fighting for a voice
Apollo Bay and Marengo residents will form a people’s council to create a united voice, amid rising anger and concerns that authorities are ignoring the community.
Tesla sets sights on Apollo Bay
Tesla has announced plans to install a Supercharger station at Apollo Bay, following a public vote.
Bay group rallies for refugees
Apollo Bay’s Rural Australians for Refugees group has gathered on the town’s foreshore in support of this year’s Palm Sunday refugee rallies.
Council won’t pause sale of Bay property
Colac Otway councillors seem committed to selling a council-owned block of land at Apollo Bay, despite one councillor’s motion to pause the sale to explore affordable housing options.
Housing to dominate meeting
Affordable housing is big on Colac Otway Shire Council’s agenda today, with votes about potential future housing at Colac and Apollo Bay.
Trader bouncing back from devastating fire
An Apollo Bay business will soon be fully operational again, nearing the two-year anniversary of a devastating blaze which crippled three shopfronts along the main street.
Rottnest swim success for Apollo Bay team
Apollo Bay’s Brian Humphries has reflected on the chaos of being Dan Holthouse’s support during his mate’s successful attempt at one of the world’s toughest ocean swims.
Drunk driver suspended
An Apollo Bay man who drove his car at more than four times the legal blood alcohol limit to get a packet of cigarettes will not drive for the next 21 months.
Co-op keen for development
Apollo Bay Fishermen’s Co-Op says the perfect world would see it thriving in a redeveloped precinct by 2026 after authorities confirmed the iconic facility would remain part of a harbour masterplan.
Sal sparks powerline debate in Apollo Bay
An Apollo Bay business owner and resident is leading the charge to put the town’s powerlines underground.
Golf club’s green connection
The Apollo Bay Golf Club is set to welcome a $450,000 recycled water pipeline to irrigate the course, which will help the coastal town save 10 million litres of drinking water annually.
Aboriginal matriarch honoured
Apollo Bay’s Aunty Edna Arnold lived a life of love and devotion for all and strong pride in her Aboriginal heritage.
A 143-lot housing subdivision at Apollo Bay’s eastern entrance is closer to reality, with Colac Otway Shire Council approving a development plan for the site after years of talks.
