Cycling
Velodrome work on track
Colac’s velodrome is likely to be ride-ready by the end of May.
Councillors back proposal for sports facility upgrade
Colac Otway Shire councillors have unanimously supported proposed upgrades for Elliminyt Recreation Reserve, with one saying the plan would bring the facility “into the 21st century”.
Duo riding from Adelaide to Geelong for charity
TWO Colac men embarking of an 825-kilometre charity bike ride were dealt with challenges before they even hit the road.
HUGE BOOM: Bike ride boosts Bay tourism
AN OTWAYS tourism leader says the inclusion of Apollo Bay on the route of this year’s Great Victorian Bike Ride will be “a great boost for everybody”.
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.
WELCOME BACK: Racing returns after 30 years
COMPETITIVE track cycling’s 30-year absence from Colac is set to end tomorrow in a groundbreaking move for the sport’s future in the city.
AMAZING ODYSSEY: Riders celebrate race’s anniversary
MOUNTAIN bike riders from across the world will flock to Forrest to celebrate the 10th anniversary of one of Australia’s most highly regarded events this month.
Cyclist joins ride for mental illness
A MENTAL health advocate will cycle along the Great Ocean Road to raise awareness and help reduce the stigma attached to mental illnesses.