Sneak peek inside Cats cheer squad’s prelim prep
The Geelong Cats cheer squad is sticking to a winning formula ahead of the cutthroat preliminary final, and they’re taking you behind the scenes.
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Geelong to be ‘utterly central’ to Victorian wind farms
GeelongPort is on track to place Corio Bay at the “centre” of Australia’s offshore wind industry thanks to a $500m offshore wind farm terminal that could be up and running by late 2028.
Rowntree doubles down on ‘stupid’ battery project
Getaway TV presenter and Little River resident Catriona Rowntree has doubled down on her opposition to a proposed battery project in her area, labelling it “stupid”.
How Cats cheer squad make Geelong banner
This is what it’s like behind the scenes with Geelong cheer squad members as they make a Cats banner for gameday.
Gallery: Arts and Education students graduate from Deakin University: September 19
A number of students undertaking a Bachelor of Commerce graduated from Deakin University on September 19.
Champion Cats historian receives honorary Deakin doctorate
Former Geelong Cats vice-president and hardworking community figure Bob Gartland has been awarded an honorary doctorate from Deakin University. SEE GRADUATE GALLERIES
Joeys receive big boost as coach pays tribute to late great
One of the Joeys’ most important players will be back for their preliminary final clash. Plus, their coach Ron Watt has opened up on the death of the late Frank Fopiani.
‘Only surviving’: Taxi driver strike pauses services across Geelong
A large number of Geelong taxi drivers parked their cars and went on strike in protest of unfair conditions and Cabcharge penalties, it can be revealed.
More arrests after police blitz CBD bus stop
A police swoop of a troubled Geelong bus stop has led to several arrests.
Alleged attempted copper thieves arrested
Police have charged one man and arrested another following an alleged attempted copper theft in North Shore last night.
WTF: Creek too environmentally significant to clean, says city
A local creek may not be flowing all that well but the council jargon sure is.
‘Frustrated’: Questions linger over young dad’s Bali death
Despite the assistance of the AFP and Interpol, an investigation into the tragic death of a Geelong dad in Bali has been stymied, with local authorities unwilling to assist, a court has heard.
Dad bashed just hours after mum died, assault splits family
A court has been told of the “unique” circumstances that led to man assaulting his dementia-suffering father, just days before the 86-year-old died.
Gallery: Deakin Graduations 2024, September 19
A number of students undertaking graduated from Deakin University on September 19.
Man taken to hospital following vehicle accident at FedEx
A man believed to be in his 60s has been injured in a vehicle accident at a major international shipping organisation.
$400k of illegal tobacco seized as cops swoop on smoke shops
More than $400,000 of illegal tobacco has been seized and four people arrested after Geelong police swooped on multiple shops allegedly selling illicit cigarettes and vapes.
‘Worst f***ing nightmare’: ex-Geelong woman’s pain
A former Grovedale woman says her late husband was “let down constantly” after mental health complications stemming from military deployment caused him to take his own life. CONTENT WARNING.
Safety watchdog to investigate near drowning in St Leonards
The state’s work safety watchdog will launch an investigation into a near fatal drowning in St Leonards that saw two people rushed to hospital.
GFNL stats: Every player ranked in order from semi-finals
Some big names stood up on the big stage in Geelong footy league grand finals over the weekend. See the full stats and ranking points for every player.
Ranked 1-44: Stars who stood up on the GFNL finals stage
There were two nail-biters to kick off the GFNL finals series, and plenty of players rose to challenge. See how every player fared and all the stats.
State MP echoes concerns over controversial Lara incinerator
The long list of Geelong leaders, politicians and residents opposed to a proposed Lara-based waste incinerator continues to grow.
Extra trains for Cats preliminary final blockbuster
With a near full house expected at the ‘G’ on Saturday evening for the Cats’ preliminary final, Geelong commuters are being assured of extra public transport to get them there.
The uncomfortable truth on cruel Hawkins selection call
Tom Hawkins’ determined pursuit to get back from injury has been gutsy and inspiring for his teammates. But the eye and the numbers clearly outline which way the Cats should go.
Gallery: Health students graduate from Deakin University
A number of students graduated from Deakin University on September 18
‘Unrelenting violence’: Man sent back to jail over two-day terror
He strangled a woman, slammed her head into a car, drove a car at her, threatened her with a hammer and a fake gun in a terrifying two-day reign-of-terror. Now a judge has sent him back to jail.
Staggering number of construction businesses going bust revealed
More than 50 construction businesses in Geelong have become insolvent this year, making it one of the most tumultuous times for the industry.
‘Ground zero’: Inside Supersaints’ dramatic shift since mass exodus
St Albans won four of 54 games under Alex Tortora, but the change at the club has been far greater than that record suggests. He opens up on his time there and his high hopes for the club.
Fears shocking image-based abuse reports tip of iceberg for kids
Dozens of crimes involving explicit images of children have been reported in Geelong, shocking new statistics have revealed.
September school holiday guide
No plans for the September school holidays this year? Look no further than the Geelong Addy’s ultimate guide to activities for Geelong, the Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula.
No trial for man originally accused of killing dad with vacuum pole
A Bell Post Hill man accused of bludgeoning his own father to death with a vacuum pole will not face trial, after pleading guilty to a lesser charge.
Huge Anakie chicken farm could be powered entirely by poop
It’ll cost $13m, house 450,000 chooks and bird droppings could be the key to running it all.
‘Admired’: How Pies flag has motivated Cat after trade move
Ollie Henry was on the wrong side of the last two premierships. He reflects on that time and gives his perspective on his move to Geelong with Bailey Smith looming as a trade target.
Victim of horror rural crash near Geelong identified
A driver killed when his car hit a tree in a ghastly rural crash north west of Geelong has been identified.
Geelong man arrested after police clash with anti-war protesters
A Geelong man accused of arson will front a Melbourne court over his alleged role in an ugly and violent anti-war, anti-Israel rally.
Truck stolen from Melbourne found torched on Surf Coast
A truck believed to be stolen from Melbourne’s western suburbs was found torched in a small town on the Surf Coast.
‘Just so silly’: Government rule to separate mum and disabled son
A Geelong family is calling for an exemption for a man with Down syndrome, who is set to be split from his mum because he’s not allowed in aged care.
Fears incinerator would be unwanted ‘welcome’ sign
The Geelong Chamber of Commerce has joined the chorus of voices opposing an “archaic” incinerator proposed for Lara.
Leopold dad grew weed for chronic pain brownies
A Leopold dad was busted with almost 30kg of cannabis his lawyer told a court he used in brownies and oil to treat chronic pain.
Promising sign for star ahead of prelim as Cats hit the track
The Cats were out on the track, and a star was running strongly. But another big name was away from the main group. Plus, see the full gallery from Cats training.
Surf Coast clothing brand placed in liquidation
A Surf Coast clothing brand specialising in hooded towels has entered liquidation owing hundreds of thousands of dollars to external creditors.
‘They have his phone’: Stunning revelation in beach death review
The lost phone of “body in the dunes” victim Simon Gaskill has allegedly been found in a sensational new development just weeks after the homicide squad took over a review of the case.
New acai shop pledges to bring Sydney to Geelong
The owner of a new acai shop in Belmont promises to be anything but “cookie cutter”.
Mark Deans welcomed back to Calvary Balmoral Grove
Staff at Calvary Balmoral Grove made Mark Deans feel welcome upon his return to the aged care centre.
Corio man assaulted, threatened woman in two-day rampage
A drug-addled Corio man strangled a woman, threatened her with a fake gun and a hammer, and drove his car at her when she tried to escape during a two-day rampage, a court has heard.
Flag Cat’s injury blow as club gives Stewart update
A Geelong premiership player has suffered a setback, but the news is better for one of their biggest stars.
VFL watch: Was that Cats champion’s final game?
All eyes were on Tom Hawkins in his return from injury in the VFL. And one of his teammates suffered an untimely blow. See how he and several other premiership Cats fared.
‘Growing concern’: Geelong council tackles vape plague
Geelong youths are hooked despite major crackdowns, with council receiving $200,000 to lead a push to stamp it out.
Simone adopted a cat, but was left with ashes and bills
A Geelong disability pensioner who adopted a cat from GAWS grew deeply attached to the animal, only to have it die due to an undiagnosed heart condition she says the shelter should have warned her about.
Geelong’s mayor calls for ‘essential’ netball, basketball stadium
Geelong’s mayor has called for a regional indoor sports and events centre to cater for surging numbers of netballers and basketballers.
Victim ‘lost belief in herself’ after pedophile’s abuse
A female who was sexually assaulted by a Lovely Banks father when was 14 has told a court she started to self-harm as a way to cope.
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