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16 years ago - July 18, 2008

16 years ago

July 18, 2008

Coles is embracing the changes at Westfield Geelong as the shopping centre launches the next stage in its ambitious redevelopment.

The launch of a skybridge joining the two halves of Westfield’s buildings over Yarra Street marked the centre’s official opening yesterday.

11 years ago

July 19, 2013

Geelong is on the cusp of a new digital era as work begins on connecting the city to the National Broadband Network (NBN), according to a councillor.

Knowledge economy portfolio holder Cr Rod Macdonald said the NBN would be an “important growth generator”.

6 years ago

July 20, 2018

Police have blamed “excessive” speed for a Norlane crash that ripped a ute in half and left a passenger fighting for his life.

Alcohol and drugs could also be a factor, with police awaiting blood test results.

1 year ago

July 21, 2023

Geelong council and industry leaders have reacted with shock and disappointment after Premier Daniel Andrews’ announcement this week that the 2026 Commonwealth Games would no longer go ahead.

Citing a cost blowout from the budgeted $2.6 billion to possibly over $7 billion, the premier cancelled the Games, which was to be held in Geelong and three other regional hubs.