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18 years ago August 10, 2007 Police roadblocks could target louts from Melbourne looking for trouble in Geelong on Saturday nights. Police Chief Inspector Wayne Carson is...

Show of faith

Ocean Grove has reappointed co-coaches Dave Farrell and Nick Bourke for 2026 as the rebuilding club looks to make its long awaited climb up...

Memories of a special bond

A new children’s book highlights the special memories and bond between a St Leonards boy and his late grandfather. Tate and Papa’s Memories...

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Latest Sport

Heads in command against Lawn

It was round 13 in Junior Pennant and with two weeks to go, teams are getting closer each week, and the race for finals...

Dangerfield managed

Geelong will seek to bolster its hopes of a top-two finish without Patrick Dangerfield after the captain was left out of the clash with...

No surprises predicted in Geelong & District Netball League run home

With three rounds to go in the Geelong & District Netball league home and away season, Justin Flynn takes a look at what the...

Round 24 fixture announced

Geelong will play its final game of the AFL home and away season on Saturday August 23. The Cats are vying for a top four...

Panthers firing at the right time

You could argue that Bell Post Hill has a reasonably tough run finishing off the Geelong & District Football League home and away season. But...

Corio comes out on top

Corio defeated North Geelong at home on Saturday and Independent photographer Ivan Kemp saw it unfold.

Latest Entertainment

A musical journey of loss and healing

Music lovers have the chance to hear one of Australia’s foremost choral groups when Music at the Basilica presents the Australian Chamber Choir’s Renaissance...

Music from around the globe

Geelong’s longest running community orchestra will celebrate the folk music of a range of cultures with a special concert this August. Orchestra Geelong will present...

Duelling pianos light up the blues

Damon Smith is a virtuosic instrumentalist, singer, composer, music producer, writer, filmmaker and performer; a genuine artist driven to create. He is also an active...

Hoo’s up for comedy

Comedian Lizzy Hoo has had a bumper five or six years. She has starred in three successful live solo shows and two video stand up...

Tribute to rock chick supports breast cancer

The local tribute show celebrating one of Geelong’s most successful musical artists - original Aussie rock chick Chrissy Amphlett - is holding a special...

More than just a job

For Iranian-Australian musician Gelareh Pour, one half of award-winning cross-cultural experimental duo ZÖJ, music is more than just a job or even an artistic...

In Business - Sponsored

GBC a unique and independent college

Geelong Baptist College (GBC) is a unique and independent college with an open enrolment policy. Families are invited to meet the principals and tour...

A lifestyle that supports you

As winter winds down, August offers a moment to pause – to retreat from the rush, reset your routine, and reconnect with what matters...

Exclusive retirement living open day

Don’t miss out on a rare opportunity to secure your dream retirement lifestyle. With only a few brand-new two and three bedroom homes remaining...

Peaceful Leyburn comes to life

Leyburn. It’s a peaceful little stop-off for travellers on the Southern Darling Downs as they head between Goondiwindi and Toowoomba or Warwick. One pub, one...

Leading the way in solar and battery solutions

Winki Energy is a trusted name in solar and battery solutions, delivering high-quality installations across a wide spectrum - from small residential systems to...

Smile brighter with Affordable Denture Clinic in East Geelong

Achieve a confident, radiant smile with the expert care of the team at Affordable Denture Clinic, now welcoming patients at their new location in...

We are Geelong

Standing in solidarity

Hundreds gathered together at the break of dawn on July 7 to stand with Wadawurrung Traditional Owners in collaboration with Barwon Coast for a...

One year of Respect 2040

A Barwon South West partnership to stop violence against women is celebrating its first anniversary of strong advocacy and significant growth. The Respect...

A voice for reconcilliation

A vibrant community event to celebrate National Reconciliation Week 2025 will be held at Queenscliff next week. Reconciliation Queenscliffe will stage Voices for Reconciliation at...

Easier access to healthcare

Women and gender-diverse people within Barwon South West can share their experiences accessing healthcare to better understand and address barriers in the region. ...

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...

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Getting Geelong job-ready

Greater Geelong’s next-generation construction workers are getting job-ready, connecting with employers, and preparing to start their apprenticeships confidently. A showcase hosted by Apprenticeships...

Assistance needed following firearms theft

Police are appealing for public assistance after four firearms were stolen from a rural property in Lara. Western Region Crime Squad detectives were...

Chloe’s F.A.S.T. journey

Torquay’s Chloe Farrugia suffered two strokes in 2014. She speaks with Jena Carr during National Stroke Week about her journey and the importance of...

Untether Nostalgia

A new exhibition showcasing sentimentality for the past and memories of a life gone by is now open in Geelong. Untether Gallery launched...

Focus on homelessness

Geelong mayor Stretch Kontelj announced this week the re-establishment of a working group dedicated to tackling homelessness in the region. Timed to coincide with Homelessness...

Changing face of homelessness

More people across Geelong are experiencing elements of homelessness, with new data finding a need for more community awareness and education. Homeless...