Pool boss in more hot water as tax office sues for $412k
The owner of a collapsed Bannockburn pool company is being pursued for more than a decade of unpaid taxes, court documents reveal.
The owner of a collapsed Bannockburn pool company is being pursued for more than a decade of unpaid taxes, court documents reveal.
Decades after he was forced to quit cricket as a junior, a Geelong vision impaired veteran will play for Victoria at the national inclusion championships.
A stretch of the Hamilton Hwy has been closed on Thursday morning after a truck rollover near Stonehaven.
A lifelong Geelong resident has celebrated her 108th birthday. See her secret to a long and happy life.
Highton’s Jean Reynolds celebrates 108th birthday
In the past two years, Geelong has seen a wave of construction businesses going bust prompting an industry peak body to look at solutions.
A Scaffolding business has been fined in Geelong court for failing to provide proper fall protection.
A man who tailgated a woman and told her that she would be bashed, has fronted court for the road rage incident.
Two men, believed to be prisoners, have been taken to hospital after an apparent stabbing at Barwon Prison on Wednesday afternoon.
Drugs already tested in humans could be used to treat obesity-induced heart disease, saving about a decade of work, a Deakin University study has found.
Two surfers who spotted a floating boogie board in the surf rushed to the aid of a 10-year-old girl who nearly drowned in “treacherous conditions” at Lorne back beach.
Deakin, in partnership with a United Kingdom university, will establish a second international branch campus this year.
An inspiring Newtown man has opened up about his decades-long battle with a complex and often misunderstood condition.
One local council has fined 11 property owners a total of $3850 under a little known law that is only enforced when multiple warnings are ignored.
In a bombshell signing, a GDFL club has secured the services of a former Geelong player. But four grand final stars won’t be with the club in 2024 — including a ruck star.
A Geelong pool has been forced to close on Wednesday after lightning was reported in the area.
A young girl has been flown to hospital in a critical condition following an incident at a Lorne beach.
A Leopold man has pleaded guilty to driving through a red light, causing the death of a motorcyclist.
A woman has died after being hit by a train on Wednesday morning, closing the rail line between Waurn Ponds and Geelong stations.
Geelong residents are waking up to heavy rain and possible severe storms on Wednesday.
Geelong group discovers “rare” paranormal activity in Echuca. Video: Chasers of the Paranormal via Facebook
One former employee said the amount of money owed to Geelong organisations and residents is the “elephant in the room” around town, while the controversial businessman’s alma mater confirmed he paid money into its bursary fund last year.
Tennis Australia has had their say on the new 48-court tennis academy that is coming to Victoria, which has been launched by Serena Williams’ former coach.
A Geelong man decided to sexually touch himself after he spotted a runner exercising shirtless.
From dealing with local police, being across school bus timetables to informing local farmers, there’s plenty of balls to juggle with the region’s elite cycling event, its chief architect says.
The liquidator of a North Geelong dairy company that collapsed with debts of more than $44m, is locked in a legal battle with a former contractor over payments.
Bottled water is being given out at a new mental health facility in North Geelong after its water was found to be contaminated.
A Drysdale mechanic narrowly avoided jail after an attempt at playing vigilante started a brawl at a party.
While some people have given up grog for Dry January, 30-year-old Geelong woman Sam Wilson spends every month of the year sober after quitting drinking four years ago.
A town with a population of 277 people has landed a sports hub, with a tennis academy their crown jewel. Here is how it unfolded and why the entire region will seize the benefits.
The $8.3m redevelopment of Winchelsea’s ageing pool is one step closer, after plans lodged with Surf Coast Shire were published this month.
Footage has emerged of a wild brawl in the food court of a popular Geelong shopping centre while a shop owner says wild behaviour is hurting business. SEE THE VIDEO.
Golf membership in the Geelong region has soared by nearly 30 per cent over the past five years amid “unprecedented” growth at a national level, a new report reveals.
Noah Chandler, 14, was inside a caravan when a tree fell and crushed it.
Police are investigating the circumstances around a brawl in the popular Geelong shopping centre
A drunk driver who blew three times the legal alcohol limit has been told by a magistrate he was lucky not to kill anyone while behind the wheel.
Indigenous artist Norm Stanley has received a devastating cancer diagnosis as the Geelong community rallies to support his family.
A man who shone a laser at a police helicopter in Whittington has copped a fine for his actions.
After being rolled for just 54 in Round 3, the Devils and their attacking opener have achieved a measure of redemption against a GCA3 first grade foe.
A breakout star and a Falcons graduate from the same Geelong FNL side are chancing their arm at higher honours. Plus, their coach sheds light on their recruits to date.
A Geelong cricketer has looked back on the most intimidating spell of bowling he ever faced from a former Test firebrand.
A controversial proposal to turn an old post office into a modern restaurant in Newtown will go before the state’s planning umpire.
A controversial bid for a $30m hotel on the Bellarine has been rejected by the City of Greater Geelong. Here’s why.
Chrissie Davies was diagnosed with ADHD after her two kids. Now the child behaviour specialist is hosting a conference about the condition in Geelong.
Geelong’s Josh Dzwonczyk suffered a bleed to the brain, broken ribs and broken vertebrae when he crashed his motorbike. But, he says he could have died if he wasn’t wearing protective gear.
A man has been jailed for ramming a police van while wearing a balaclava.
The state government gave Geelong Football Club rental relief after works for a new grandstand were delayed by nearly 12 months.
The Cats’ gun forward has got down on one knee and proposed to long-term partner Indiana Putra.
A Geelong-based football star and allegedly shady tradie is accused of plying his trade across the bay and charging one client more than $15,000 for unfinished work.
Police are investigating a collision that left woman is in a serious condition on Wednesday morning.
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