20 years ago
August 4, 2000
A $1 million blowout in WorkCover costs has hit Barwon Health’s ability to “meet its obligations”, Barwon Health chief executive officer Stan Capp told The Independent yesterday.
And other health service providers, charities and disability support groups warned of reduced services and higher costs as WorkCover cost increases of up to 100 per cent spread from private businesses to the community welfare sector.
15 years ago
August 5, 2005
Geelong’s Islamic community has denounced terrorism.
Acting Imam Safa Shahwan has told the Independent that Geelong’s Muslim community is peaceful and members consider themselves loyal Australians.
10 years ago
August 6, 2010
A surge in reports of family violence around Geelong has prompted police to launch a new unit in the city.
Leading Senior Sergeant Brendan Whitefield said the dedicated Geelong Police Family Violence Unit was a first for the city.
5 years ago
August 7, 2015
The eldest daughter of missing Bannockburn mother Lorrin Whitehead has put her on top of a wedding guest list, hoping she will be on her bridal table.
Amelia Kaiser said she should be spending quality time with her mother, discussing bridal dresses and invitations but feelings of unexplained loss have dulled her excitement.
