Two-thirds of children exposed to family violence: report
A damning report has revealed nearly two thirds of Victorian children are being exposed to family violence before the age of 10.
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Fish dying in Cowies Creek, Geelong
Contaminated water killed fish and a dog at Cowies Creek in Norlane, in Geelong’s north, on March 10. Video: Ebony Beaton
Popular Torquay brewery’s big plans
A busy Torquay brewery is planning an expansion and could boast another big attraction pending approval from Surf Coast Shire.
Geelong’s cutest adopted cat winner
Check out Ivy’s reaction to being crowned Geelong’s cutest adopted cat for 2021. Video: Justin Grovus
When Ford vaccination hub will open for COVID jabs
Barwon Health has revealed when it expects to start delivering COVID-19 vaccinations for Geelong residents at the former Ford factory site.
MEGA GUIDE: Geelong region’s craft beer brewpubs
The abundance of craft beer breweries and bars around Geelong, the Surf Coast and Otways has reached mind-blowing proportions, with more than 10 specialty brewpubs within 30 minutes of the CBD. Here’s a guide to all of them.
Childcare gastro outbreaks almost double in Geelong
Gastro outbreaks have skyrocketed in the region, with the health department issuing a warning for families to prevent the spread of viral gastroenteritis.
How long Avalon would need to set up quarantine facility
Avalon Airport has shared a time frame for how long it will need to construct a COVID-19 quarantine facility on the scale likely required by the state government if it is given the green light for the project.
Date set for return of iconic Q Train
Shut down for almost a year because of COVID, popular Bellarine attraction The Q Train is preparing to welcome back guests.
‘Goosebumps’: daughter’s death sparks dad to protect students
Carmen Maher had her whole life ahead of her when her car ran off the road and slammed into a tree. Her parents John and Ange have been left to live with their youngest daughter’s death, and do all they can to make sure young people stay safe on the road.
From elephants to Cats and a Lama: KP’s amazing history
Before footy fans flocked there for Cats’ games, animal lovers used to visit Kardinia Park to ride an elephant or see other exotic animals up close. The transformation is set to be detailed in an online series as the park nears its 150-year milestone. SEE THE PHOTOS
Give us youth beds now: urgent mental health care demand
Mental health advocates say dedicated beds are desperately needed to help Geelong’s struggling youths, with seemingly little implemented to improve care after five male youth suicides in four months last year.
In pictures: 150 years of Kardinia Park
It’s the home of the mighty Geelong Cats, but Kardinia Park has hosted a lot more than football games over its 150 years. From speedway racing to the Dalai Lama, this historic venue has nearly seen it all.
Geelong schoolgirls target of alleged inappropriate behaviour
Police were called to a scout camp near Ballarat after a group of Geelong Year 8 girls allegedly faced inappropriate behaviour from a group of male students from another school.
Infamous past of CBD house gutted in dramatic fire
A blue-chip CBD property infamous for housing unexpected guests went up in smoke on Monday in a suspicious blaze that could be seen right across Corio Bay. Learn more about its dark past. WATCH THE VIDEO
My Home: The residence of a children’s book author
Take a look inside the Bruscella family’s humble Highton home
‘In pain 24/7’: Cyclist’s horror toll two years after collision
A cyclist who was almost killed in a collision at Grovedale two years ago has detailed his ongoing health battle, pleading for motorists and riders to have some mutual respect for safety on the road.
Fire erupts in Geelong CBD
A fire erupted in Geelong CBD on Monday, March 8. Video: Supplied
Stunning Coast campground’s swanky $750k upgrade
A popular Surf Coast camping ground is set to undergo a $750,000 upgrade under eye-popping new plans for the site.
LAST CHANCE: Vote for Geelong’s cutest adopted cat
It’s National Pet Adoption Month, and to celebrate we’re looking to crown Geelong’s cutest adopted cat. The entries flooded in and after a lot of deliberation (and fawning), we’ve come up with the 50 finalists. Now it’s over to you to vote and decide the winner.
Great Ocean Road closed following crash
A driver in his 60s has been taken to Geelong hospital following a car crash that’s closed a 10-kilometre section of the Great Ocean Road.
Geelong’s ‘next generation’ recreation facility opens
A state-of-the-art recreation facility with everything from a swimming pool to a cinema has opened in Geelong’s south. See inside.
Geelong AM Alert: This morning’s top news
Get all the news you need to know to start your day. Here’s your morning briefing of today’s top stories and overnight news.
Furious local’s extreme act to force road fix
A Geelong resident’s extreme actions to campaign for road repairs to a level crossing that has rattled the bones of local drivers for years have finally paid off.
The remarkable Geelong women you need to know
The Geelong region has so many remarkable women doing incredible things in our community, from volunteers to those in leadership position. Here’s a snapshot of those wonderful people as we celebrate International Women’s Day.
The number of footy fans expected to fill GMHBA
Not one fan officially passed through the gates for an AFL match at GMHBA stadium in 2020 but thousands are set to watch the Cats take on Essendon at the venue next weekend. Here’s how many fans are expected to be allowed.
When Geelong politicians call in the lawyers
City of Greater Geelong councillor Ron Nelson’s legal action against 22-year-old election candidate for alleged defamation is the latest in a string of political figures to take action against other community figures, Chad Van Estrop reports.
VIDEO: Geelong home engulfed in flames
More than 15 firefighters were called to battle a house fire in East Geelong on Friday afternoon.
Geelong house fire
Fire crews were called to a house fire in Geelong.
Ablett reveals inspiration to help Good Friday Appeal
Jordan Ablett will work with the Good Friday Appeal after seeing first hand its importance with her son’s condition.
Aaron Finch’s wife calls out vile trolls
Amy Finch, wife of out of form Australian captain Aaron, has revealed she’s received disgusting online threats.
City visionaries back to shake up CBD
A group of central Geelong business and property owners out to guide the city into building a multi-storey carpark and bring light rail to the CBD has been reformed with a handy budget boost to boot.
‘Gold standard’ CBD marketing program in jeopardy
The future of the Central Geelong Marketing Committee is up in the air, with the council asking its taskforce of CBD business and property owners for their advice on the extension of a levy funding the hugely effective program to promote the city centre.
The restrictions likely to be lifted on Friday
With the Holiday Inn cluster under control, restrictions are expected to be eased on Friday. These are the likely changes.
Geelong AM Briefing: This morning’s top news
Get all the news you need to know to start your day. Here’s your morning briefing of today’s top stories and overnight news.
Geelong region owes state, council more than $60m
The region’s residents owe more than $60 million in unpaid fines to the State Government and City of Greater Geelong combined. See which areas owe the most.
Geelong’s Big Battery could be ready within months
One of the world’s largest batteries is on track to be switched on before summer after the group behind the major project secured $160m in financing from the federal government’s Clean Energy Finance Corporation.
Shock at premier rowing regatta’s crowd ban
A controversial decision to ban crowds from attending one Victoria’s most prestigious rowing regattas — just days after 1000 spectators attended another event — is set to cost Geelong’s tourism economy millions.
‘Been an absolute pleasure’: Pako restaurant farewells customers
A Pakington St restaurant has announced it’s closing its doors for good, farewelling its customers and thanking them for their support the past seven years.
Lara man left with serious injuries after crash
A Lara man sustained serious injuries when his car smashed into a pole at North Shore overnight.
Geelong AM Briefing: This morning’s top news
Get all the news you need to know to start your day. Here’s your morning briefing of today’s top stories and overnight news.
Geelong’s best and worst suburbs for life expectancy
Fancy a long life? New data has revealed the Geelong suburbs with the highest and lowest median ages of death — and the startling gap between the best and worst. SEARCH YOUR SUBURB
Warning as mystery flesh-eater spreads
A flesh-eating ulcer endemic to the Bellarine Peninsula has been found in new areas, prompting a warning from the chief health officer.
Eight-hour Geelong mental health ED wait slammed
The state government has conceded it is “totally unacceptable” some mental health patients are waiting more than eight hours for a specialised bed, as Barwon Health grapples with less capacity during renovations.
City calls on investors to spruce up ‘depressing’ site
The City of Greater Geelong will call for expressions of interest from investors keen to redevelop Osborne House and the surrounding precinct, with one councillor voicing concerns the “depressing” site “couldn’t get any worse”.
How many Geelong residents have been vaccinated so far
The number of Geelong residents who have received the COVID-19 vaccine is beginning to swell after Barwon Health started the rollout on Monday. Here are the latest numbers.
Council’s call on choc factory’s controversial booze bid
A popular chocolate factory has learnt whether its liquor licence bid will be approved in the face of claims the proposal was not “family-friendly” and would increase car accidents.
Councillor takes action on ’defamatory’ Facebook post
A City of Greater Geelong councillor has launched legal action against a 22-year-old council candidate over comments made on his Facebook page during last year’s election campaign.
City’s plan to keep 164-year-old homestead intact
Geelong council has detailed how it plans to manage a historic Waurn Ponds homestead developers want to demolish.
Councillor seeks intervention order against advocate
A Golden Plains Shire councillor who felt he was targeted by a group of ‘online trolls’ in the lead up to elections last year is seeking an intervention order against a community advocate he claims was behind the group.
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