‘Say sorry’: Ratepayer advocate responds to mayor’s US trip
A mayor who went on a sanctioned trip to the United States should have taken leave, a ratepayers advocate has said.
Geelong
Pedophile who raped, sexually abused step-granddaughter jailed
A “remorseless” pedophile who sexually abused his step-granddaughter has been jailed for almost a decade, as a judge told him he should be disgusted in himself.
‘Dirty John’ stalker back behind bars days after prison release
One of Geelong’s most disturbed serial predators was released from prison for a fourth time only to again stalk a victim within days, it will be alleged.
Top Aussie surfer’s big call on teen wildcard – as Bells round of 16 calls
Aussie surfer Molly Picklum was on the receiving end of Ellie Harrison’s breakout Rip Curl Pro performance last year – with the 19-year-old picking up where she left off during Friday’s opening heats.
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‘Financial decimation’: Man learns fate over shocking building failure
A man who left one woman hundreds of thousands of dollars out of pocket after a diabolic Torquay build has pleaded guilty to four catastrophic failures.
Double gold has Geelong athlete on cusp of next big leap
Karla Boras landed the biggest win of her jumping career at the Australian Junior Athletics Championships, while two teen hurdlers broke through for gold-medal winning performances.
‘Stop it now’: Marles blasts plant as Minister clings onto power to decide
The Planning Minister has refused to pass the authority to decide over the Lara waste incinerator to the council, it can be revealed.
GFNL netball guide: Tigers turn to familiar faces to lead new era
A longtime A-grade contender, Colac is turning the page under a new coach, following a handful of big-name departures. But there has long been enough talent at Central Reserve to tap into.
Indoor pickleball court opens in Grovedale
Lovers of one of Australia’s fastest growing sports can now enjoy the game in all weather, with an indoor pickleball court opening in Grovedale.
Accused con to fight $1m car theft claims
An alleged con has been committed to stand trial over claims he stole more $1m worth of cars and other goods during a prolific crime spree.
Torquay duo’s 1400km trek in memory of beloved father
A Torquay mother and daughter duo will trek 1400km up the New South Wales coast in memory of their late husband and father who died from a sudden heart attack.
WTF: School’s sports carnival entry request raises eyebrows
Which school in Geelong’s south asked parents to get a Working With Children Check in order to attend a sports carnival?
Concerns over homeless support service CBD relocation
A CBD business owner is calling for greater safety measures amid a rise in anti-social behaviour she says stems from the recent relocation of a homeless support service.
‘Petrified’: Commission housing hell haunts Geelong street
A group of residents are demanding the removal of an alleged violent and aggressive neighbour amid claims authorities have lost control and families are fleeing the street.
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