Articles tagged: RSL
Duo’s decade of harmony
A musical duo with decades of touring experience will bring country tunes to Colac this weekend.
Colac RSL will host state heads
The RSL’s new state leader and delegates from sub-branches across the south-west will arrive in Colac today for a major meeting about the organisation’s future.
Region’s war history in safe hands
A local Second World War soldier’s service is finally earning its due recognition, 80 years since he farewelled his family and left Australian shores for the last time.
No Anzac Day decision
Anzac Day marches have been ruled out in Melbourne, Geelong and Torquay, but Colac’s march is still up for discussion.
Anzac spirit is alive at RSL during lockdown
There’s a smorgasbord of history on show at the Colac RSL; it’s just a shame no-one can see it.
PERILOUS: Traffic concerns halt Anzac Day marchers
COLAC CITY BAND members had to abandon the last leg of Colac’s Anzac Day march due to safety concerns.
Disgusting graffiti attack on War Memorial
COLAC RSL and city authorities have expressed disgust over a weekend graffiti attack on the war memorial in Colac’s Memorial Square.
Alvie oak tree sapling has roots at Gallipoli
ALVIE Consolidated School pupils have planted a Gallipolli oak tree to commemorate the Anzac centenary.
Legendary singer calls for veteran support
ENTERTAINER Normie Rowe has talked about the need for increased support for modern-day war veterans during a visit to Colac.
Immoral and unethical decision
COLAC Otway Shire mayor Stephen Hart has labelled fellow councillors’ decision as “immoral and unethical” when they voted to allow more poker machines in Colac.
Off to war for 18th birthday
COLAC'S Ken Spurrell says he didn’t spare a thought for his own safety when he went to war.
Do you know these men?
COLAC and district residents could help solve a wartime mystery.
Bid to rescue struggling RSL
COLAC'S new RSL president says he hopes to revitalise the club amid financial struggles and dwindling membership numbers.
Another attack on Colac shrine
VANDALS have defaced Colac’s iconic Shrine of Remembrance for a third time this year.
RSL women’s auxiliary ends after 75 years
MEMBERS have accepted the inevitable end of a Colac fundraising group which formed in 1936.
Carols return to Colac’s Memorial Square
COMMUNITY groups will join festive forces to return Colac’s traditional carols by candlelight to Memorial Square this year.
Colac and district remembers
MORE than 200 Colac and district residents gathered at Colac’s Memorial Square on November 11, pausing to remember those lost in conflicts since the First World War.
Veteran remembers ‘great fellas’ he fought with
COLAC'S Ron Laidler says his army mates were the best friends he ever had.
Council considers Colac sports development
PLANS for a multi-sport development at Colac’s golf and horse racing complex will go before civic leaders next month.
Angry Anderson’s antics anger audience
FANS have demanded an apology from rock legend Angry Anderson over alleged spitting, swearing and offensive behaviour during a Colac concert.
Dying wish saves rare breeds
SOUTH PURRUMBETE'S Jim Phillips says hard work has fulfilled his friend’s dream of showcasing the region’s farming heritage.
Coal-seam gas opponent visiting Colac
AN anti-coal-seam gas campaigner will visit Colac to shed light on the dangers of coal-seam gas exploration.
Bowling clubs will fight pokie reforms
TWO Colac bowling clubs have joined a fight against proposed Federal Government poker machine reforms.
Gun Bomber is league’s top netballer
IRREWARRA-BEEAC midcourt star Chelsea Hillman doesn’t focus on individual success.
