‘Pie in the sky’: Bus reform coming but questions remain
Residents in Torquay and Armstrong Creek can expect an upgrade to bus services this year, but any update on future public transport options – including rail – remain a long way off.
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Man accused of groping female paramedics in ambulances
A Lara man accused of groping female paramedics allegedly called triple-0 more than 200 times, a court has heard.
’Big concerns’ Geelong school arsonists could strike again
Geelong detectives are concerned a pair of alleged arsonists could strike again after a large inferno at a Waurn Ponds private school caused more than $4m worth of damage. SEE THE VIDEO.
‘HGT’: Dinos to celebrate twin flags 10 years apart
A Newcomb & District Club stalwart looks back on the stunning catch which helped the Dinos secure the GCA2 first grade premiership when all appeared lost.
Police release Waurn Ponds extra CCTV footage
CCTV footage below of a man police believe may be able to assist with their enquiries in relation to the second fire.
Cause of smoke plumes at Viva revealed
The apparent cause of an incident at Viva Refinery on Friday afternoon that put dozens of suburbs surrounding the site on alert following has been revealed.
‘Black day’: Wrecking ball falls on Waverley house
The wrecking ball has fallen on a 153-year-old building despite a community campaign to save the historic house.
Newcomb mum dies after stage 4 cancer battle
A Newcomb mum, who watched her daughter get married during her final days, has died after being diagnosed with stage 4 cancer.
Cops ‘close in’ on youths after violent food court brawl
Police are continuing to hunt for a group of youths involved in a violent brawl at a popular food court in Geelong earlier this month.
Vote now: Who is Geelong’s best hairdresser?
The nominations have been submitted, and a previous winner is among those in the running to be crowned Geelong’s best hairdresser for 2024. SUBMIT YOUR VOTE NOW
‘Gutted’: Bannockburn man’s wife died on his birthday
A Bannockburn grandfather has shared the heartbreak of his wife’s death after a car collision, as the number of lives lost on our roads last year is revealed.
Stewart lauds ‘underrated’ Danger, sheds light on potential mid move
Geelong has decided it will stick with Patrick Dangerfield as captain, and his deputy Tom Stewart has given him a wrap. Plus, he gives an update on their pre-season and his own role.
Calls to remove Geelong’s ‘most dangerous’ level crossing
The Public Transport Users Association has called for the state government to remove a “dangerous” level crossing in North Shore after a horrific collision claimed the life of a young dad in December.
Toilet training hopes to flush out the idiots among us
Following a smelly episode over summer, one of Geelong’s largest organisations is taking a proactive approach in educating people of all ages that they must only flush the three Ps: poo, pee and (toilet) paper.
Aus Day ambassador: Moving citizenship ceremonies a ‘mistake’
A Surf Coast Australia Day ambassador believes local councils are “encouraging controversy” by not hosting citizenship ceremonies on January 26.
Police probe blaze at Christian College Geelong
Police probe blaze at Christian College Geelong
Multimillion-dollar medical record overhaul held up
A new medical record system at Barwon Health has been hit by serious delays.
Melbourne wellness centre preparing for Geelong welcome
A Melbourne company specialising in health and wellness centres is looking to launch its first Geelong offering within a recently completed CBD hotel and apartment development.
Leopold man grabbed woman by the throat with ‘considerable force’
A Leopold man has pleaded guilty to putting his abounds a woman, with “considerable force”.
Inside Geelong’s new art deco cocktail haven
The creator of acclaimed The 18th Amendment Bar has opened a new venue on Little Malop St.
Visitors urged to steer clear of St Leonards seal
Visitors are being urged to stay away from a seal that has taken to sunning itself at a St Leonards boat ramp.
‘Very suspicious’: Thieves target South Geelong biz
A popular small business in South Geelong has been the target of a spate of attempted break-ins.
Missing woman last seen in North Geelong
Police believe a young woman who has been missing since Monday was travelling by train towards Geelong.
‘Silent disability’: Man’s decade-long chronic pain battle
Since a motorbike accident in 2014, South Geelong’s Felix Orion has battled severe migraines, chronic pain and seizure-like episodes.
‘Disruptive’: Highway to close for a month, 29,000 drivers affected
Commuters have been warned to expect delays, with a busy stretch of the Surf Coast Hwy set to close for four weeks for realignment works.
Roos given ‘kick up the a–e’ as Seagulls stun powerhouse
Barwon Heads has broken Anglesea’s year-long winning streak in comprehensive fashion as the Seagulls confirmed they are a serious premiership threat.
‘Screwed myself’: Why masterclass won’t get gun on honour board
Tom Dunn had a game to remember with the bat and then the ball. But his own brilliance cost him the chance to be etched into the record books.
Grovedale resident describes charity bin overflow as ‘filth’
A charity bin site at Grovedale has recently been removed after looking ‘absolutely disgusting’ for weeks.
Geelong pulls off insane comeback as former captain fires
Geelong looked to be no hope early in the match, and their opponents were cruising late in the piece. But the Cats managed to come away with yet another win.
Costco speaks out on future Geelong store
Geelong has been overlooked as the American supermarket chain makes a move west following the closure of it’s Docklands store, but an eventual move down the highway hasn’t been ruled out.
Deadly sea creature sighting sparks warning
Blue ringed octopus have been spotted on the Bellarine, sparking fresh warnings about the deadly sea creature.
Husband’s cancer battle inspires Rippleside woman to keep going
Heather Kelly did not expect to become a widow at the age of 52. But she’s taken the grief she feels at her husband Rob’s death and pushed forward.
’Jail feels like home’: Geelong sex offender sentenced for car thefts
A sex offender who said “jail feels like home”, was back on the streets stealing cars just months after he was released from prison.
In pictures: Seafood lovers flock to Portarlington Mussel Festival
Despite the rainy weather, seafood lovers headed to Portarlington on Saturday for the annual mussel festival. See the pics.
Curlewis bub born with hole in heart
A Curlewis baby born with a hole in her heart will undergo open heart surgery in the coming weeks.
‘King and queen’: Pier to Pub champs both go five-from-five
A Queensland superfish has taken out his fifth-consecutive Pier To Pub despite an ongoing health battle after testing positive to Covid late last year.
Gallery: Thousands hit the water for Lorne’s Pier to Pub
More than 5000 swimmers hit the water on Saturday for the Pier to Pub ocean swim in Lorne. See all the action.
Man fights for life after Norlane incident
A man has been flown to a Melbourne hospital in a critical condition after an incident in Norlane on Saturday.
Thai BBQ restaurant brings punchy flavours to Geelong
The “reimagining” of an acclaimed restaurant in central Geelong will open on Friday, bringing the fresh and punchy flavours of northern Thailand to Geelong diners.
Prison guard guilty of assault after drunken confrontation
A victim of an assault whose arm was broken at the home of a prison guard on Mother’s Day told a Geelong court she feared for her safety and could not sleep.
20+ pics: Families make a splash at Adventure Park
Families cooled down from the warm temperatures on Friday by making a splash at Wallington’s Adventure Park. SEE THE PICTURES.
Thousands respond to Geelong cat curfew survey
A report regarding cat curfews is set to come before Geelong council next month after residents were asked about 24-hour containment. HAVE YOUR SAY
Torquay surfboard shaper builds board for premiership Pie
A Torquay surfboard shaper got the commission of a lifetime when premiership Pie Mason Cox asked him to create a work of art on a board.
Every 2024 university offer for Geelong, Surf Coast students
Thousands of 2023 graduates have received their university offers this afternoon in the second round. SEARCH THE LIST OF OFFERS
The downfall of David Collard
Several Geelong identities are owed vast sums, long-time friendships have crumbled and, in some cases, been replaced by family rifts, senior politicians have been embarrassed, and once close associates are left wondering how it all happened.
‘Stop stringing us along’: Ticket holders wait four years for refunds
Frustrated ticket holders have been waiting almost four years to get their money back after popular coastal music festival The Drop canned its event in 2020.
From eels to international art: A weekend in the Western District
From baroque art to eels and excellent food, a weekend away in the Hamilton area offers a fascinating reprieve from everyday life.
Cops ramp up patrols ahead of bumper weekend
Ahead of a bumper weekend of events in Geelong, police have issued a stern warning for drivers to be patient on the roads and “make the right choices”.
Pier to pub veteran reveals his top tips for newbies
Rex Deeath has swam the iconic Pier to pub 31 times, and will again on Saturday.
Australia Day community event to be ‘politics-free zone’
Geelong is set for a bumper Australia Day long weekend, with the Festival of Sails and Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race coming to town, while organisers of one community event say politics won’t be at play.
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