Football
Saints shape up as contenders after thriller
A frantic finish leading to an after-the-siren goal from champion goalkicker Christian Kelly has put Birregurra in a strong position to contend in CDFNL reserves footy this season.
Cousins inspire Tigers rising star
Ted Buchanan doesn’t have to look far for inspiration ahead of the Colac rising star’s debut with Vic Country at next month’s under-12 national footy carnival.
South prevails for 250-gamer
South Colac coach Nick Lynch says Justin Mooney’s impressive milestone match on the weekend highlights his commitment to senior footy over a long period.
Swans spearhead hits half-ton
Alvie forward Dom Dare became the first senior footballer to register 50 goals in the CDFNL this season with his eight-goal effort in the Swans’ big win over Otway Districts.
Inspiring effort from forward
An inspiring performance from Colac Imperials forward Dwayne Henke has helped his team to a 128-point turnaround against reigning premier Lorne.
Defensive duo dominates
Starring performances from two of Colac’s key defenders were the highlights in the Tigers’ win over St Joseph’s.
Big win lifts Hawks into top five
Apollo Bay has returned to the winners’ list for the first time since May, with a 169-point win lifting the club into the top five.
FOGGY FIELDS
Colac and district footballers played on with limited visibility as winter fog shrouded sports grounds in Colac at the weekend.