FEDERAL BUDGET: $6m for indoor Geelong stadium
While there were no new eye-catching announcements specific to Geelong region, Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ third budget contained a few treats, including energy bill relief.
While there were no new eye-catching announcements specific to Geelong region, Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ third budget contained a few treats, including energy bill relief.
Long-running Little Malop St venue Pistol Pete’s Food N Blues has made the “difficult” decision to close in a tough economy.
A bricklayer on his way to work ran a red light and killed a motorcyclist in a horror crash because he thought the light was green, a court has heard.
An exclusion zone has been established after hazardous materials were discovered at a school on Bellarine Peninsula.
Deakin has become the first Australian university to order the dismantling of a pro-Palestine encampment, as former treasurer Josh Frydenberg urged vice-chancellors to clear out “campus camps of hate”.
A 93-minute video of Noel Hollins’ memorial service has revealed an array of previously unknown information about the secretive sect that has had its new leader confirmed.
Brandan Parfitt has not played in his hometown of Darwin for 10 years, but this week finally gets that chance when his Cats take on the Gold Coast. Read what the return means to him.
Chris Scott had ruled out Tom Hawkins, but that was before Jeremy Cameron’s concussion diagnosis. The Cats have decided whether he will face the Suns. Meanwhile, a star is in doubt.
The GDFL umpire who issued a white card to a football club during a heated Round 6 match has spoken out about “appalling” abuse from supporters after the game.
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A $1.15m development comprising multiple double storey homes is proposed for Corio.
A Highton woman has taken inspiration from her family’s experiences with dementia to help others in the same situation.
A popular UK band has released a song all about Geelong, reflecting one member’s Aussie childhood. READ THE LYRICS
A roofer accused of throwing a woman to the ground, pointing a sawn-off air rifle and telling her he was “going to kill her” has fronted court.
The Geelong BMX Club is calling for better facilities with young members forced to use dirty public toilets littered with drug paraphernalia.
It’s another depressing return to an all-too familiar Labor Fiscal Future – high-taxes, big spending, budget deficits and rising debt set to exceed $1 trillion.
This is a desperate last throw of the dice from Jim Chalmers who is betting billions on a miracle gas to save us from utter disaster.
Chris Scott said the early call on Rhys Stanley wasn’t down to his performance. The numbers say otherwise. Plus, an unheralded Cat should be in All-Australian contention.
The father of an AFL star was sprung with a weed crop when police followed a trail of marijuana to a factory, a court has heard.
A Geelong local footballer has learned his fate after using insulting language towards an opponent.
Regional hospitals are being ordered to stick to impossible budgets and face closure or amalgamation, a leaked memo from the state’s health minister reveals.
Here is a list of matters listed at Geelong Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday.
Here is a list of matters at Geelong County Court on Tuesday 14 May.
Here is a list of civil matters listed at Geelong Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday.
Alcohol excise is forecast to earn $2.6bn from beer, $3.6bn from spirits and $1.8bn from other alcohol, according to the federal budget.
The price of medicines is being frozen — but one group of Aussies won’t face a price hike for a lot longer than everyone else. See how much your medicines will cost.
The Federal Government is betting its bottom line on diesel and petrol cars despite its determined push motorists for green machines.
The much-championed $6.2bn pledge to address our housing crisis has fallen flat with the bulk of the money going towards infrastructure and not actual homes.
Victoria will miss out on billions of dollars of federal infrastructure funding despite making up a quarter of the population – receiving less funding than both NSW and Queensland.
There have been multiple twists and turns on the opening day of accused murderer Gregory Lynn’s trial, including allegations of a fight over a shotgun and an accidental stabbing.
Victoria Police has been made aware of an offensive list created by year 9 boys ranking female classmates at a Frankston school.
Millions of Aussies will welcome tax cuts, bill relief and frozen medicine prices. But others will feel pain with the cost of living blowing out. See what’s in the budget and how it affects you.
There’s a tax cut for every taxpayer, but don’t be fooled: there are still winners and losers in this year’s federal budget. See the full breakdown.
The Danish King and Queen have celebrated a major milestone as they sailed on board Denmark’s Royal Ship.
Truce negotiations between Israel and Hamas have hit “almost a stalemate” after the Israeli military’s latest move, as extremists ambushed an aid convoy. Follow updates. Warning: Graphic
This budget simply doesn’t do any work to take inflation out of the economy. The pain will be felt by all Australians.
BHP chief Mike Henry’s ‘light’ sweetener to Anglo American’s board was never expected to succeed but the question is, how much does he want this messy deal?
Conventional mops spread dirt rather than pick dirt up. Enter Dyson which says its hi-tech wet mop is more ‘enjoyable and effective’, with Australia one of the first places where the WashG1 will be sold.
A north-facing back yard with rear lane access delivered a $40,000 bonus for sellers of a Manifold Heights renovator’s delight that drew three bidders.
Geelong recorded 12 property sales over a million dollars last week, the latest auction and sales results reveal.
A Geelong private hospital operator is offloading parts of a landmark CBD medical centre as the medical sector continues its hot streak in the commercial property market. See what’s offered.
A much-loved character home offered to market for the first time in 50 years sparked a bidding frenzy as two buyers eyed the tightly held suburb.
After going missing, one of the blokes on Farmer Wants A Wife returns to dump everyone and quit. James Weir recaps.
A Melbourne influencer and former MAFS star has signed up to the X-rated website to send a message that women over 45 “don’t have to feel invisible”.
From a ripper reboot of a much-loved motoring institution to the brave souls who help out when ski trips go wrong, these are the shows worth watching this week.
A clip from the latest season of The Simpsons has gone viral for all the wrong reasons.
Division newcomers and new recruits made their mark with the first premiership points up for grabs in AFL Barwon’s senior female football competitions. Here’s how the round played out.
A switch from defence to attack has reaped some big rewards so far for a Drysdale youngster, as the 5-1 Hawks prepare to face his former side.
A top GFNL outfit survived a scare without their best shooter at their disposal, GDFNL’s ladder-leaders stared down a potential upset of their own, plus one shooter’s incredible haul.
With the addition of a league-leading assist king, and a former Geelong Supercat, the Surfcoast Chargers continue to ascend from bottom place less than two years ago to a potential finals berth.
A Corio-Inverleigh draw has both teams facing a challenging road ahead, with a stunning run of wins needed if either are to factor in finals this year. What the result means for both clubs.
A Corio co-coach has thanked the support of the GDFL community after his son was assessed for spinal damage following an incident late in a drawn match with Inverleigh.
Down by 37 points and without a single forward 50 entry, a GFNL powerhouse has provided the kind of response which will have the rest of the competition on notice.
Port Adelaide tore Geelong to shreds in the first half. And while their comeback was admirable, there were more concerns than positives for the Cats.
Tom Hawkins enters his club record-equalling game with a goalkicking drought. But coach Chris Scott isn’t concerned. Here’s why.
AFL: Greater Western Sydney has been dealt a double injury blow with Josh Kelly and Lachie Ash set to miss six weeks with calf injuries.
AFL: On AFL 360 Lachie Neale has defended teammate Joe Daniher regarding David King’s ‘selfish’ claims.
A ‘Taking Care of People’ initiative between a local football and netball club and business will look at ways to help and celebrate those in its community. Find out more about the program.
Thomson’s team that knocked off Inverleigh was unrecognisable compared to their previous clash with the Hawks on grand final day. And a host of young cubs are standing up.
A Geelong cricket club has been rewarded for arguably its greater ever summer which yielded three senior premierships, promoted back into the region’s top tier competition.
Bragging rights will be hotly contested in one local household after two brothers won awards at Geelong junior cricket’s night of nights.
Daniel Gooley went from employee to employer with a minimum of fuss, a style reflected in Gooley’s sandwich cafe.
Gold Coast foodie favourite Paddock Bakery has now opened a second outlet at North Geelong’s Federal Mills.
A petrol station is offering a wild deal – fuel for just 99 cents per litre. But you’ll have to get in quick.
A cost-of-living crisis has not but the brakes on demand for premium versions of Australia’s favourite off-road vehicles.
The team behind the relaxed and playful Recess bar in Moorabool St have not ventured far in their new offering, Nectar.
The connection between art and religion has been ever-present for Highton artist Grace Bailey, even more so after the sudden death of her son
