‘Very difficult decision:’ Cult Geelong food, music venue closing
Long-running Little Malop St venue Pistol Pete’s Food N Blues has made the “difficult” decision to close in a tough economy.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
Watch out for all the spin in Tuesday’s federal budget. The future remains uncertain and Jim Chalmers won’t be `delivering it’.
The Allan government has become adept at cleverly masking over the cracks in the budget to present what appears to be a solid set of accounts — and Tuesday’s effort was a masterclass in smoke and mirrors.
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.
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.
A mother “lured” her son into taking part in a savage home invasion and attack that left a man with broken bones, because she thought her handbag had been stolen, a court has heard.
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.
Savvy Australians can save hundreds of dollars on products from popular brands including KitchenAid, Dyson and Apple. Take a look at this week’s top deals.
As if the shoddy Aussie dollar wasn’t bad enough, tourists now have to navigate the insanity of ‘tipflation’. See our tipping tips and how much you should pay.
From pricing yourself out of the market to signing up for hundreds of thousands in unexpected costs, and more, these are the huge mistakes too many first homebuyers are making.
Barefoot Investor won’t be watching this Tuesday’s Federal Budget and he suggests we all give it a miss and focus on what we can directly control.
Covid is again surging through Victoria — with a horror 30 per cent rise in hospitalisations — leading to a grim chief health officer warning. But it’s not the only virus worrying authorities.
A new taxpayer-funded environmental hub in St Kilda will host a group linked to the Extinction Rebellion group responsible for the West Gate Bridge blockade.
The company charged with rolling out the controversial VNI West powerlines is in the midst of lodging an application to gain statutory powers to compulsorily acquire and access hundreds of regional properties.
Despite forecasting a second consecutive surplus, Tuesday’s budget will show the nation’s finances falling further into the red from next financial year.
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.
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
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?
Chief executive Tony Lombardo knows he is going to have to dig deep later this month to pull the builder out of its downward spiral.
After reopening under the Eureka name, this beloved Little Malop St venue is embracing another blast from the past.
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.
In a move sure to capture the interest of Disney Pixar fanatics, Airbnb has announced a partnership that will see the iconic house from the 2009 film suspended in the air, balloons and all.
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.
The supermodel has been spotted holding hands with the 27-year-old grandson of music’s biggest name – sparking romance rumours.
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.
Rhys Stanley being subbed out in the second quarter raised eyebrows. The Cats shed light on the move and reveal whether Tom Hawkins will make the trip to Darwin next week.
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.
Alastair Clarkson will finally undergo his Pride in Sport education program after he was found to use homophobic language in a pre-season game. But he’s not the only North leader completing the training.
There might not be a clear-cut No. 1 fancy, but recruiters believe the talent pool is deeper in this year’s draft. So, who’s on the radar? AFL Draft guru Kevin Sheehan names every gun junior footballer to watch.
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 cost-of-living crisis has not but the brakes on demand for premium versions of Australia’s favourite off-road vehicles.
Photos from the scene show a crumbled garden and damage to the front of a house after the bizarre early morning crash.
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
