Apollo Bay
Put education ahead of politics
SCHOOL principals say governments must put children’s futures ahead of politics to secure a $24-million boost to Colac and district school funding.
Cat unsurprised by Simpkin success
THE success of former Colac footballer Joffy Simpkin at his new AFL club Hawthorn is no surprise to former Geelong teammate Joel Selwood.
Police resume hunt for cold case killer
COLAC detectives have resumed a hunt for a motorist who hit and killed an Apollo Bay man near the coastal town 25 years ago.
New bar and restaurant overlooking ocean
APOLLO Bay will have about 15 new jobs on offer after civic leaders approved plans for a bar and restaurant with ocean views.
Teens strengthen community ties
APOLLO BAY Bay teens are benefitting from a mentorship program that aims to strengthen community ties.
Iconic marathon could grow
GREAT Ocean Road Marathon festival organisers say the event has room to grow after record-breaking fields competed this year.
Kenyan claims first marathon win
KENYAN Joel Chepkopol has claimed his first Great Ocean Road Marathon victory after a dramatic sprint to the finish line yesterday.
New school at last for coast students
APOLLO BAY will finally get a new school after years of campaigning.
Police hunt daylight burglars
POLICE are hunting two men who tried to break into a Colac motorcycle shop in an attempted daylight burglary yesterday.
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.