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Back-to-back wins for Geelong dance teacher
The owner one of Victoria’s largest dance studios has again been voted Geelong’s best teacher.
‘Scary times’: Man stabbed in bloody CBD attack
A man has been stabbed in an alleged gang related attack in Geelong, as violence continues to soar at a troubled CBD hotspot. WATCH VIDEO
East Geelong man pleads guilty to sexually abusing children
An East Geelong man with links to a controversial Geelong church has pleaded guilty to a raft of child abuse charges.
Man stabbed on Moorabool St, Geelong
A man has been stabbed after an altercation near the Sisha Bar in the Geelong CBD, with police investigating. Video: Supplied.
Geelong Uber driver lucky to be alive after CBD carjacking
A Geelong man was dragged 100m along a bitumen road during a terrifying carjacking, with the stolen sedan then allegedly involved in a raging four-day crime spree. WARNING: GRAPHIC
Vietnam still haunts Torquay veteran decades later
Vietnam Veteran Bob Tyler celebrated his 21st birthday in Saigonm. At 78, he is still haunted by memories of the friends he lost.
Premier dismisses South Barwon by-election talk
In the face of overwhelming support for a by-election in the South Barwon electorate, Jacinta Allan sticks her standard lines as two prominent local Labor female figures say they will not seek preselection in the seat.
‘I will shoot you’: Carjacker’s gunpoint warning to grandfather
An institutionalised crook shot by police has learned his fate over the “frightening” theft of a 75-year-old grandfather’s car, as his dysfunctional upbringing was laid bare in court.
Trains to run on new Geelong track — but there’s a catch
Trains will finally be running on new South Geelong tracks this weekend, but commuters have to wait a while longer to get on board.
Man who allegedly threatened kids on Pako fronts court
Details have been revealed about a Norlane man accused of wielding a homemade firearm and a baseball bat in a Pakington St incident, as he fronted court for the first time.
Work begins on Charlemont’s new state primary school
Construction has begun on a brand new yet-to-be-named state primary school in Charlemont.
Palliative care facility asks for $2m of Barwon Health’s funding
Palliative care facility Anam Cara House has suggested it receive $2m of Barwon Health’s funding to open beds for public patients in a bid to reduce ambulance ramping.
Mum’s message after sudden ‘very aggressive’ cancer diagnosis
A Marshall mum, who is a junior footy coach and teacher, learnt she had the “worst type” of breast cancer just months after a clear mammogram.
Flashback gallery: Room 99 in the 2000s
See if you can spot any familiar faces in our collection of photos from now-closed Geelong nightclub Room 99.
Mapped: Geelong’s cheapest car parks revealed
Geelong’s parking scene has been described as chaotic but there are still all-day spots to be found for less than $10. SEE THE MAP
Bombshell potential suspect revealed in Mr Cruel cold case
Two new suspects potentially involved in one of Australia’s most frightening and long-running cold cases have been unmasked, as a new “Mr Cruel” theory emerges.
Man allegedly masturbated naked out front of his home
A Norlane man has been denied bail after he allegedly masturbated naked out the front of his home earlier this year.
Where every AFL Barwon club sits in promotion, relegation race
We are halfway through the two-year cycle in the BFNL, and there is just three rounds left of GFNL action. See which clubs are in the promotion and relegation zone.
School brekky club more than a meal in cost-of-living crisis
A Geelong health group has called on the government to support a program supplying free meals, with one local primary school club feeding more than 120 students.
Social housing for canned athletes’ village slammed as ‘inadequate’
Geelong homelessness services are calling for more social housing to be built at the ditched Commonwealth Games athletes’ village site. HAVE YOUR SAY
Man who spat on police claims he was trying to protect himself
A man has escaped conviction after he spat at police officers while being arrested.
‘Emotional’: Long-awaited rehab open after division over wildlife
The founder of a new women’s rehabilitation facility in Mount Duneed says while the centre faced objections relating to wildlife, people were dying on the waitlist.
Plan to transform old repair shop into home for disability service
A disability support service that aims to help men live healthier lives is seeking to establish a new home base in Geelong West.
Most disgusting things we’ve ever found in our food
From bugs to Band-Aids, Aussies have sampled some truly disgusting meals in recent years. These are some of the worst.
Former NBL player and slam dunk champion fronts court
A former professional basketball player told a court he was in a panic to get to the hospital to see his heavily pregnant wife when he was caught driving while suspended.
Firearm allegedly in car after Curlewis crash
A man has been charged after police allegedly found a firearm inside car which crashed in Curlewis on Wednesday morning.
‘No value’: Highton residents up in arms over controversial church
A church that a former Australian prime minister labelled “an extremist cult and sect” has had its plans for a third church in a leafy Geelong suburb approved by City Hall.
Health jam: Eleven ambulances wait outside Geelong hospital
At one stage on Wednesday afternoon 11 ambulances were ramped at Geelong hospital. SEE THE VIDEO.
Ambulances ramped at Geelong Hospital
11 ambulances ramped at Geelong Hospital on August 7.
Geelong family violence services outline how system should change
Geelong family violence support services have told an inquiry how the system could improve to help them provide better support.
Man threatens to kill, hurls racial slurs at parking inspector
A Norlane man threatened to kill a parking officer who was about to mark his tyre, a court has heard.
Hawkins closes in on return as Cats give De Koning update
Tom Hawkins’ return from injury is drawing closer, while the news is better than first thought for important defender Sam De Koning. See Geelong’s full injury list.
300+ faces: Bended Elbow in the 2000s
Take a trip back to the 2000s with our latest Flashback Friday gallery, this time featuring Geelong pub the Bended Elbow.
Cats flag greats’ high praise for champion Hawkins
Three Geelong premiership greats have recognised Tom Hawkins’ enormous contribution to the club on and off the field.
Norlane baby’s health battle helps scientific breakthrough
A Norlane baby’s health battle has helped contribute to significant research which will help babies like him in the future.
Revealed: Geelong’s most dangerous intersections
A Highton resident has a permanent brain injury from a collision at an intersection. It is one of almost 1500 in the last five years, with 33 intersections seeing three or more in that time. SEE THE MAP.
Pedestrians hit by car in Geelong West
Two people have been taken to hospital and police are investigating after a car hit two pedestrians in Geelong West on Tuesday night.
Paramedic groper was twice nabbed driving while disqualified
A Lara dad who called triple-0 in order to score drugs and grope paramedics was twice found driving while disqualified – but told police he “wasn’t aware” he’d lost his licence.
Elephant in the room: Another Hawkins selection call facing Scott
Tom Hawkins was picked over Cam Mooney for the finals series 13 years ago, now the shoe is on the other foot. Should Hawkins or Shannon Neale get the nod? We assess the pros and cons.
Geelong road rage caught on camera
A brawl ensued after two men hopped out of their cars on Melbourne Rd on Monday August 5.
Missing woman last seen in Geelong
Police are asking for help to locate a 52-year-old woman who was last seen in Corio and is believed to be in the Otway Shire area.
AFL Barwon makes surprise call on BFNL final score drama
With conjecture over Barwon Heads’ controversial win over Queenscliff, AFL Barwon has delivered its verdict.
I died three times on the way to hospital
A St Leonards grandfather whose heart stopped three times says people who are experiencing chest pains should never hesitate to call triple-0.
Hawkins retirement
Geelong great Tom Hawkins has announced his retirement at a press conference at Kardinia Park on Tuesday.
Major facelift planned for Geelong golf club
In a move that will put a smile on the face of both weekend hackers and wannabe professionals, the facilities on a prime piece of land look likely to be significantly upgraded.
Family, farming and footy: Why Hawkins was born to be a Cat
Geelong’s unique culture suited country kid Tom Hawkins. This is why.
School kept pedophile principal despite mum raising concerns
The mother of an abuse victim warned the Education Department about her son’s principal, but was told not to worry.
Robbery, kidnapping: 10 arrests in serious crime sting
Geelong detectives have arrested 10 people in recent weeks for serious alleged offences including armed robbery, kidnapping and possessing drugs.
Accused Marshall hit-run driver fronts court
A Whittington man accused of fleeing the scene of an alleged hit-run last month which left a mother fighting for life has fronted court.
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