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New AI app for jobseekers

Local not-for-profit service provider genU has partnered with Australian developer Getmee to launch an AI-powered app to help jobseekers. The genU Training AI app offers...

Labor’s battery commitment

One million energy bill-busting batteries will be delivered across the region if the labor federal government is re-elected. Minister for Energy and Climate Change...

Granvia doomed from the beginning

Ladies and gentlemen. Can I have your attention please. Can we please observe a minute’s silence for the passing of Toyota Granvia people mover, a...

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Supersaints march in

St Albans enjoyed a big win against Lara at home on Saturday and Independent photographer Ivan Kemp Kemp was there.

Grapes all but into the decider

In Section 1 Tennis Geelong Women’s Doubles, Grape Therapy all but sealed a reappearance in the grand final with a 3-1 win in round...

Fishing about to heat up

Challenging weather again this week has not made it easy for anglers to get out for a fish and with very limited reports coming...

Smith faces scrutiny over bird flip

Geelong star Bailey Smith has warned rival fans "don't talk s*** to the skipper" but expects a fine from the AFL over the offensive...

Cats impress in Gather Round win

Patrick Dangerfield and Jeremy Cameron have kicked four goals each as Geelong opened Gather Round in style with an entertaining 19-point win over Adelaide. Both...

Crows, Cats to open Gather Round

Between Adelaide's scoring avalanche and Geelong's ability to keep the ball from the opposition, something will give in their AFL blockbuster. The third Gather Round...

Latest Entertainment

‘Accidental’ rockers drop first single

Dirty Wasabi describe themselves as a “dirty, heavy, punky, drunky rock band from Geelong”, and a quick listen to their demo tracks online shows...

World-class acrobats ready to wow

Kenya’s best acrobatic troupe bring their world-famous show to the Geelong Arts Centre this weekend. The Black Blues Brothers, five alumni of the Sarakasi Trust...

Soul sisters bring the noise

Geelong’s favourite soul band the Sweethearts returns to Barwon Club this weekend for a night of upbeat, funky fun. Based at Matthew Flinders Girls Secondary...

Musical tribute to rock legend

A show celebrating the life and music of Australian rock icon Chrissy Amphlett is going from strength to strength. The Divinyls Story: It’s a Fine...

Legendary show celebrating 30 years

Melbourne-based tribute band BABBA has been coming to Geelong for more than 30 years. Hailed by Aussie music guru Molly Meldrum as being “as good...

Get lost in Madagascar

Kids and parents alike can enjoy family favourite Madagascar live on stage when the musical production of the beloved animated film comes to Geelong...

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The friendly festival returns

Newport Jazz Festival is returning for its fifth year offering the Hobsons Bay community three days of incredible jazz. The festival runs from Friday May...

Achieving emotional well-being

Emotional well-being and behavioural stability are important for adults and children alike, and for the general community and people with disabilities. Many individuals face...

Discover Vineyards, Gastronomy and Culture

Enjoy vineyards, gastronomy and culture with a fifteen-day Lyon, Provence and the Rhineland voyage from Amsterdam to Avignon or vice versa. Journey along the Rhône...

Guests lit up by the brilliance of Illumina

Illumina Kingfisher Bay Resort is a light and sound spectacle launched at the Resort on K’gari (formerly Fraser Island) in October 2024. Using the...

Lasting memories with Cards in the Yard

In an era where digital interactions often overshadow tangible keepsakes, Cards in the Yard offers a refreshing return to personalised mementos that celebrate individual...

Uncover Normandy’s heart in luxury

Experience the joy of European river cruising with Viking’s eight-day Paris and the Heart of Normandy voyage from Paris to Rouen and back to...

We are Geelong

Pride Film Fest launches

Geelong’s biggest film festival has launched its 2025 program this week in a celebration of film excellence, diversity and representation. With more than 10 feature...

Grants helping local First Nations business thrive

Three locally-based First Nations businesses are primed for further success after receiving state government grants through a $3 million program. Geelong’s Troy and Cerisa Benjamin...

Get your dance on at new queer event

Geelong’s newest queer event is ready to rock in a celebration of good times, inclusion and community. The Coast is Queer dance party is set...

Prue recieves Monica Hayes Award

Prue Drever has won the Monica Hayes Award for her dedication to a Portarlington food relief charity during an International Women’s Day (IWD) event....

Gendered violence: enough is enough

The Geelong community will rally next weekend to say no to violence against women following the killing of Kara Jade Weribone in Toowoomba last...

IWD events across the Surf Coast

Events will occur across the Surf Coast this month in recognition of International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8. Surf Coast Shire Council...

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Child dies in Ocean Grove collision

Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a fatal collision in Ocean Grove on Friday afternoon. Emergency services were called to reports a car had...

Parkinson’s pilot in Geelong

People living with Parkinson’s across Geelong and the Bellarine will soon have better access to health services thanks to the rollout of a new...

From the Archives

17 years ago April 11, 2008 Liberal party in-fighting has erupted in by-election campaigning for a seat on Geelong’s council. Party members have attacked Ron Nelson for...

Market Square owner meets with mayor, Marles

Market Square’s owner has met with members of Geelong’s local and federal government representatives to discuss the ailing site’s future. Mayor Stretch Kontelj, City chief...

Join the Eid Gala

A free cultural event is returning to Geelong, providing the community a chance to come together for delicious food and great company. The...

Riding for ‘Dippa’

A Western Australian man made it into Geelong after cycling across the country to raise money and awareness for mental health and suicide. ...