Sport
First Nations surprise for netballer
Former Birregurra netballer Tully Bethune says there were plenty of surprised people following her selection in Netball Australia’s inaugural First Nations national invitational team, unfamiliar with her family’s roots. The 18-year-old spoke to the Colac Herald’s Ben Martin about her heritage, representing Australia for the first time, and her incredible rise from a young dancer to one of the country’s best young netballers.
Brutal injury leads to soccer
A brutal cricket injury could have paved the way for one of Colac Otway Rovers’ talented youngsters to try soccer.
Former AFL prospect signs with Otway
A 200-centimetre ruckman who was reportedly once on the radar of AFL clubs is set to join Otway Districts in a major mid-season boost for the club.
Scouts praise emerging Tiger’s performance
Colac footballer Tobyn Murray’s performance in AFL Victoria’s Young Gun Series has been highlighted by talent scouts.
Demon moves to top
A talented Otway Districts netballer has moved into equal first place on the SportsPower Colac coaches’ Player of the Year standing.
Loyal Brave reaches 400 games
Colac Braves’ Michael Reid has been described as a “true legend of the club” after reaching an incredible 400-game milestone.
Saint and Tiger free to play
Birregurra football officials are relieved to have captain Darcy Collins available for this weekend’s clash with the Western Eagles after match review panel findings initially stated he had received a two-game ban.
Flag Saints relive glory days
Birregurra football icon Damien Melican says the addition of playing-coach and champion goalkicker Wayne Tyquin was what helped the Saints get over the line in 1994.