Accused killer fronts court over alleged CBD knife murder
A Colac man charged with murdering a young Geelong barber in the CBD has appeared in the Supreme Court.
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Geelong veteran embraces versatile role, ‘connection’ up forward
Kate Darby’s return to the Cats’ forward line in their first pre-season hit-out reaped early rewards, as the Cats get ready to return to a happy hunting ground for their final pre-season fixture.
Cafe owner mulls options following public stoush with council
Geelong council’s Draft Outdoor Dining Guidelines have been welcomed by a cafe owner who seeks the return of his alfresco following a spat with City Hall.
‘Stronger every day’: Light at end of tunnel for Grovedale teacher
After days fighting for life in a Mexican hospital, a Geelong teacher’s condition has improved enough that he may soon fly home with a medical escort.
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From ‘heartbreak’ to high honour, flying golfer out to put sport on world map
Geelong’s Cassie Sweetten thought she had no chance of making this year’s World Games after an 1-in-100,000 bone break, as her growing sport gears up for its two-decade-long return.
Major update on Douro St transfer station
A “once-in-a-generation” overhaul of Geelong’s recycling infrastructure has been announced, as council opts to raze rather than repair a troubled facility.
Driver dies in Indented Head crash
A man has died after his car left the road and crashed into a tree along The Esplanade at Indented Head on Wednesday afternoon.
Man arrested after house in Geelong’s north engulfed in flames
Neighbours said squatters had been living in the house, with trolleys and tarps visible in the backyard.
Good Samaritans help woman involved in scary crash
Two men used a parking sign to smash the woman’s passenger window to check on her condition after she was in a scary crash on the edge of Geelong’s CBD.
Cats help local club launch new side in boost for north Geelong footy
In an area where junior participation has plummeted, the Geelong Cats have helped a club in need.
Why local footy league overturned result days later
The Geelong and District league has ruled on a score dispute, with the decision to overturn a result setting a new precedent when it comes to video replay.
‘Daicos of Ireland’ to stopping stars: Mullin opens up on leap of faith
Oisin Mullin was a star in the making in Ireland, but he chose to take the punt. After signing a new deal, the Irishman reflects on his rapid rise and his tough assignments on the competition’s best.
Epworth probes alleged drinking among theatre staff
Epworth Healthcare has launched an investigation after photos showing three theatre employees allegedly drinking in an Epworth Geelong office have surfaced.
Former council officer busted growing cannabis learns fate
A former Greater Geelong council officer has been sentenced, after police found more a haul of more than 50kg of cannabis, including 49 plants, at her rural home.
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