Risky business: The ‘need for champions’ in Geelong
A report based on interviews with more than 30 Geelong business and community leaders has highlighted “the lack of a united voice and clear leadership” in the region.
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Mum’s heartbreaking last words to slain daughter
The mother of a woman who was slain by her partner has recalled the last phone call the pair shared just minutes before her daughter’s death. Her powerful story was heard at a rally in Geelong’s CBD.
Now even bigger: Plans for $27m Barwon Heads mansion revealed
Plans for the family compound across four blocks on the river bank had already infuriated some locals. Now the owners want to add another storey. SEE THE DESIGNS.
200+ faces: Students, spectators soak up Head of the Schoolgirls spirit
The annual Head of the Schoolgirls regatta was in full swing along the Barwon River on Saturday, with rowers and spectators alike showing their school pride. Check out all our DAY 2 photos.
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Cats star set to front court on driving charges
A Cats premiership player has been charged with two driving offences.
Cats v Dogs: Smith to face former side in blockbuster clash
Geelong is set for more big games in 2025, and one of them is a bumper match-up between Bailey Smith and the Western Bulldogs.
The suburbs where petrol theft has nearly doubled
Opportunistic thieves are stealing petrol at rapid rates across Victoria as service station staff are left helpless behind the counter.
Kids no longer free, parking overhaul: Airshow reveals changes
Kids will not be able to attend the upcoming Avalon airshow for free, like they did in 2023. Here’s how much tickets cost.
‘Last chance’: Drug-addled dad given lifeline to stay out of jail
A Geelong dad who was nabbed drug-driving shortly after losing his licence for two years has been given one last chance to prove he’s “fair dinkum” about his rehabilitation.
Flashback gallery: Lorne schoolies party in the 2000s
With schoolies set to descend on the Surf Coast later this month, we’ve gone through the archives to unearth classic pictures of celebrations in the noughties.
‘Out of the blue’: Mum allegedly threatens to stab neighbour
A Norlane mum who allegedly threatened to stab her neighbour and burn her house down has been granted bail, despite a magistrate describing her as a “considerable risk”.
Bellarine backflip: Gun returns to former club after one season
After one dominant season in the Bellarine, one of the best forwards in the region has returned to his former club.
How to skip paying pet registration fees
Geelong council is waiving pet registration fees for a short time only. Here’s how much you could save.
Geelong manufacturing closure to impact 80 jobs
It’s the end of an era at a northern Geelong manufacturing plant, with confirmation of its closure and the loss of 40 direct jobs and just as many contract roles.
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