Trains cancelled as Geelong line suspended
Trains heading from Geelong to Melbourne have been cancelled on Monday morning, leaving commuters scrambling to find a way to work.
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Charlemont home destroyed in suspicious blaze
A home in Charlemont was destroyed after a suspicious fire tore through the property.
Geelong’s weirdest and best reality stars
Geelong and the Surf Coast region have a long and storied history of producing some of the most colourful characters to grace our screens. SEE THE LIST.
Simone adopted a cat, but was left with ashes and bills
A Geelong disability pensioner who adopted a cat from GAWS grew deeply attached to the animal, only to have it die due to an undiagnosed heart condition she says the shelter should have warned her about.
Surf Coast Aquatic Centre budget could exceed $52m
Funding from the canned Armstrong Creek pool will be redirected to the ever-increasing budget of the Surf Coast Health and Aquatic Centre, amid project cost-blowouts.
‘Trivialising’ trans: Gallery censors artist’s work
An artist’s work has been dropped from an exhibition that says it accepts all art pieces. WARNING: IMAGES MAY BE OFFENSIVE
Bikie convicted over starting brutal James St nightclub brawl
New details have emerged about the savage bikie attack that left a man with a partially paralysed face.
Passenger involved in Grovedale smash continues fight for life
A Charlemont man has been charged and a man is fighting for life after a car allegedly collided with a pole on a busy road in Grovedale on Friday afternoon.
VFL watch: Was that Cats champion’s final game?
All eyes were on Tom Hawkins in his return from injury in the VFL. And one of his teammates suffered an untimely blow. See how he and several other premiership Cats fared.
Grubbers break Ammos hearts in thrilling grand final upset
It was another grand final classic between Ocean Grove and Geelong Amateur, and the Ammos’ previously undefeated season ended in despair as the Grubbers went back-to-back.
Revelations slain concreter’s wife ‘died with a secret’
The harrowing unsolved murder of a former Geelong concreter has taken another tragic twist, with allegations his former wife went to her grave “knowing what happened.”
New suspects unearthed in Mr Cruel 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…
New cafe planned for trendy river end of Pako
The shop comes as a bumper for what is an up and coming area of Geelong transitioning from industrial roots into a retail and hospitality hotspot.
MAPPED: Geelong’s oldest and youngest suburbs
The Borough of Queenscliffe is Australia’s oldest local government area. Its residents have shared why elderly people flock there.
Man allegedly stalked pregnant woman, left her ‘shaking’ in fear
A man accused of stalking a pregnant woman and leaving her “shaking” in fear has been refused bail by a Geelong court.
Million dollar caravan park could fill crucial gap in short stay market
A group of business owners in Lara have submitted plans for a multimillion-dollar caravan park. SEE THE DESIGNS
Bits of wind farm blades go flying
Pieces of wind turbine from one of Australia’s largest wind farm projects have been blown onto a neighbouring farm and roads.
Geelong dad ‘embarrassed’ after bashing pub bouncer
A Geelong dad who bashed a bouncer outside a popular Geelong West pub is not a regular drinker and the incident was “out of character”, a court has heard.
‘Big reason’ why young talent requested trade to the Cats
Tanner Bruhn ‘loves’ his former teammates at GWS. But Geelong’s finals win made him reflect on one of the things that led to him seeking a trade.
Freight hub pulled after Little River residents’ campaign
The Little River community is thrilled Pacific National has announced it is withdrawing applications for a controversial project.
Second man arrested as police investigate alleged genU fraud
A second man has been arrested as part of an investigation into suspected fraudulent activity at embattled Geelong organisation genU, which allegedly involves several million dollars.
Man killed changing tyre on Geelong highway identified
A 33-year-old Corio man has been identified as the victim of a tragic accident in Highton after being crushed by his car while changing a tyre.
Find my father’s killer
The unsolved murder of Sam Rotiroti.
Chief executive to step down after historic term
The head of a prominent local charity will be stepping down after a historic term as the longest serving chief executive of the organisation.
Former school captain escapes jail time after sexually assaulting girl
A former school captain has been spared jail after he filmed himself touching a seven-year-old girl on multiple occasions.
Wild winds lash Geelong region
Many Geelong residents are cleaning up after a weekend of wild winds battered the region.
Colleague’s simple question changed Bellarine mum’s life
Natalie Woodfull’s colleague noticed she no longer turned her camera on in virtual meetings. He then asked a question that changed her life.
2600 more people unemployed in one year in Geelong
Norlane man Luke knows the path that can lead to long-term unemployment and the barriers to re-entering the workforce. He shares his story as unemployment in Geelong rises.
Freebirth ‘strongly discouraged’ in wake of Geelong baby tragedy
Pregnant women are being urged to make informed choices around birth, after a shocking report detailed the tragic death of a Geelong baby weeks after he was delivered at home without medical supervision.
‘Kids should be free’: Gran not happy with local footy finals price
Jenny Welsh says kids have been free all year, so why slug them $5 for finals?
Geelong experiencing significant teaching shortages, union says
Teaching job vacancy rates in the Geelong region are twice as high as in the city, union data shows.
‘Absolutely we can’: Coach’s flag belief after shock loss
East Geelong was overrun by a barnstorming Belmont side, but the minor premiers are confident they can still go all the way.
Veteran’s call on injured flag stars as Cat excites in VFL return
Will Tom Hawkins and Cam Guthrie feature for the Cats during the finals series? Their premiership teammate Mark Blicavs has provided an update. Plus, a returning Cat made a strong case in the VFL.
Deakin favours controversial international student caps
Deakin University has announced support for controversial international student caps, but Geelong’s peak tourism body isn’t so sure.
Illegal estuary in Breamlea could cost offender 10 years in prison
An illegal estuary has allegedly been dug out in Breamlea — an offence that can result in 10 years imprisonment.
Gun footballers, Paralympian: Sports stars in court
A former professional basketballer appeared in Geelong court recently, and he’s not the only sporting star to find themselves on the wrong side of the law. SEE THE LIST.
Pool parasite gastro warning as warmer weather looms
A gastric illness caused by a chlorine-resistant parasite continues to spread in the Geelong region, with authorities warning swimmers to remain vigilant as warmer weather approaches.
10 Cats who have powered Geelong to VFL finals
The ‘Shaun Mannagh Cup’ is coming up as Werribee clashes with Geelong in the VFL finals. We take a closer look at the AFL-listed Cats and local players who have shone this season.
Winchelsea man acquitted of raping sleeping woman
A jury has acquitted a Winchelsea man of raping a woman he met on Tinder, after his lawyer argued the sex was consensual.
Next Stewart? The top 25 country footy draft smokeys ranked
We have seen Joe Richards and Oli Wiltshire plucked straight out of country footy by AFL clubs in recent years, and more mature-age gems who could join them. See the best 25 and have your say.
Geelong decides: Best burger in the region revealed
A Pakington St store that has been serving burgers to people of Geelong for a decade has been chosen as the best in the business.
Mayor makes call on council candidacy
Geelong mayor Trent Sullivan has confirmed his candidacy for October’s council elections, unveiling his plan to revitalise the CBD.
Leopold businessman to make Paralympic debut
Leopold’s Jeremy Peacock has gone from masking his disability as a teenager to proudly representing Australia at the Paralympics.
Dog killed, another critically injured in horror Leopold attack
A Leopold family has been left heartbroken after their two dogs were mauled in their own backyard by a pair of rottweilers.
Homicide squad to probe Ocean Grove ‘body in the dunes’ case
A new probe by the homicide squad into the death of a man in dunes behind a popular Bellarine beach will focus on a laptop and phone records, a court has heard.
Malnourished baby died after freebirth, coroner finds
A deeply religious Geelong couple did not seek medical attention throughout pregnancy and then prayed over their malnourished baby instead of taking him to hospital, a coroner has found.
Elderly man killed after tree falls on car in Gellibrand
An elderly man who was killed after a tree fell on his car in the Otway Ranges has been identified.
Man stabbed during terrifying alleged home invasion in Norlane
Two people have been arrested after a man was stabbed during a horrifying alleged home invasion in Norlane.
Geelong’s swooping bird hotspots revealed
It’s swooping season for native birds and Geelong council has cautioned residents to take care when outdoors. SEE THE MAP
WTF: Um, why are drivers stopping there?
It’s the lane pain that drives so many Geelong drivers insane. There’s also a fluoride flight of fancy, a disappointed thief and an extra team on the field at the Cattery. Welcome to the latest instalment of WOAH, THAT’S FRUSTRATING.
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