The big move that made Geelong $20m richer
A major addition to Geelong’s transport scene has bolstered the economy and created tourism opportunities, with one local pub that welcomes grey nomads to crash in its paddock saying it has seen a boost.
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Anti-violence vigil lights up CBD in wake of Chugs, Grapsas’ deaths
Domestic violence survivors and supporters told a vigil they no longer feel safe amid the alleged murders of two Geelong men.
‘They’re here!’: Reason Little River sky lit up in early hours
The reason the sky over Little River lit up on Saturday morning can be revealed.
Geelong’s AFLW stars hit blue carpet for 2024 club best and fairest night
Geelong’s AFLW stars, along with coaches, friends and family hit the blue carpet before celebrating Nina Morrison’s maiden club best and fairest win. See all the fashion from the night.
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Thief steals plant from Geelong West nursery
Thief steals plant from Geelong West nursery
How Geelong’s secondary school tuition stacks up
Secondary education in Geelong is expensive compared to some regional counterparts, but comes nowhere near that of metropolitan schools. SEE THE MAP.
Bendigo Bank bandit and ‘career armed robber’ jailed for decade
A gun-toting Corio man who held up a bank has copped a lengthy jail term, as a court heard he committed at least 20 armed robberies across two states.
Aussie dancer’s ‘accidental’ path to Bollywood
When a Geelong woman was scouted online for a Bollywood dancing job, she thought the gig was in Melbourne. She ended up in India.
Changing face of Geelong CBD laneway
A Geelong laneway that welcomed a new wine bar over the weekend is set for further change following the departure of two hospitality venues within a short period.
Bizarre video shows ugg boot-wearing thief steal pot plant
Bizarre footage shows a thief, wearing a helmet and ugg boots, rip a plant from its pot out the front of a Geelong nursery, leaving a trail of soil. WATCH THE VIDEO.
‘God help people in homes’: Aged care apology over woman’s care
A grieving husband has received an apology from a Geelong nursing home over several “systemic” failures after he complained to the Aged Care Commission about his wife’s care.
‘Terrified’: Local ambos’ call to fix broken system
A “broken” call system has local ambos responding to toothaches while being late to crucial medical emergencies.
Man in hospital after cars slams into tree at Connewarre
A Geelong man is in hospital after colliding with tree on a busy stretch in one of Geelong’s fastest-growing areas.
Blues upset ‘pretty ordinary’ Tigers as defining period looms
Most would have expected Bannockburn to win at home over Winchelsea, but the Blues’ big win didn’t surprise Tigers coach Ron Pilgrim.
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