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Geelong
Dyson falls short in Wannon
Teal independent Alex Dyson concedes his well-funded attempt to snare the seat of Wannon is unlikely to succeed, with Dan Tehan now being discussed as a potential Liberal leader after Peter Dutton was ousted from parliament.
Analysis: Local candidate not to blame for horror result
It is a devastating result for the Liberal Party in Corangamite, which at the very least would have been hoping to cut the almost 8 per cent margin in half. But any blame for the result should be directed at Liberal HQ, not Darcy Dunstan.
Dunstan fails to make dent in Corangamite
It was a sombre affair at the Barwon Heads Bowls Club on Saturday night, where Liberal candidate Darcy Dunstan spent time with his supporters watching the election results roll in – and none of it was good news for the Coalition.
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Marles outlines vision for Geelong after comprehensive Labor win
The nation’s second most senior political figure, Corio MP Richard Marles, wants Geelong to become a hi-tech hub where the prosperity is shared by all. The Deputy Prime Minister outlined his vision to the ‘Addy following a Labor win that even he failed to predict.
Nigel Austin’s horse stud could be Surf Coast’s latest wedding venue
Punters could soon get married at the same picturesque locale as Geelong superstar Jeremy Cameron, under plans lodged with Surf Coast Shire Council.
Drivers charged after ‘disgraceful’ night on Geelong roads
A driver is on the run after dangerously evading police on Saturday morning amid a spate of arrests on Geelong roads.
Incredible Danger, struggling Cats’ emphatic response to turn game
Patrick Dangerfield was the headline act. However, even he was battling early on in the match. But the skipper and several out-of-form Cats stood up when it mattered most in Geelong’s comeback.
Labor dominate Corio, Corangamite, Tehan clings on
Libby Coker and Richard Marles have made their victory speeches as Dan Tehan hangs on to Wannon. All results here.
Why Pies should be licking their lips facing vulnerable Cats
Geelong knocked off Collingwood in their last encounter, but concerning lapses and a big drop-off work right into the Magpies’ hands. And the Cats must address these issues fast.
Engine failure the cause of Point Lonsdale helicopter crash
Three people have been pulled from the water by a heroic passer-by after a helicopter crashed into waters off Point Lonsdale.
‘Uninspiring’: Voters have their say as candidates make final pitch
Emerging from the sea of colours – Labor red, Liberal blue, shades of green and yellow, teal orange – that have added life to what is otherwise a bland concrete grey warehouse in Torquay’s fast-growing north, are stories of the everyday struggles facing everyday people.
Great Ocean Road reopened after motorcyclist dies in horror crash
A motorcyclist has died after a collision involving a ute towing a caravan.
Analysis: Why some are searching for ‘least worst’ option
If, as some suggest, politics is sport for nerds, then this election campaign is a contest that would have sent all but the most strident supporter to sleep well before the final quarter kicked off. READ ANALYSIS HERE.
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