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February

A local Palestine advocacy group health care called for healthcare workers to show solidarity for their colleagues in Gaza at a protest rally.

Some of Geelong’s northern suburbs were battered by an intense summer storm that swept through the area, leaving thousands without power and prompting desperate calls to the SES for help.

Geelong’s newest aquatic centre officially opened in Norlane with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Thousands flocked to Pakington Street in Geelong West for the Pako Festa where cultures met and celebrated together.

Councillor Peter Murrihy presented a surprise motion to withdraw funding for Bell Park Football Netball Club’s Hamlyn Park changeroom facilities and instead award the money to Newtown & Chilwell in a move that left Dragons’ members shellshocked.

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BFL rivals swap home games

Barwon Heads and Ocean Grove will swap their original Battle of the Bridge home games for the upcoming season, with venue changes required due...

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Wallington sport boost

More people in Wallington will have the opportunity to participate in sport following vital upgrades now underway at Wallington Reserve pavilion. The local sporting reserve...

Barwon wins country champs

With all pennant competitions on hiatus for the summer break, players have turned their attention to tournaments, and one that players enjoy in particular...

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Austrian Club Geelong Sounds of Summer cabaret, 240 Plantation Rd, Corio, Saturday 17 January, 7-11pm. Featuring Tony Rebeiro with drinks, snacks and coffee, $10/15 members/nonmembers. ■...

Venom withstand Sydney’s Flames

American Alissa Pili has made a triumphant return to Geelong's starting five, guiding the Venom to a 105-77 defeat of the Sydney Flames. Having...

It’s not over yet

Bellarine emergency services are preparing for another band of warm weather following recent statewide fire outbreaks. It has been a busy week for...

Donation provides beds

People experiencing homelessness across Geelong will be able to have a better night’s sleep thanks to a generous anonymous donation. A $5000...

Recovery begins for tourist towns hit by flash flood

Locals have described the "absolute carnage" of record-breaking flash flooding, with cars and more washed out to sea in an extraordinary river overflow. Clean-up efforts...

Emergency centre open following flooding

Hundreds of people have attended an emergency relief centre in Lorne following flooding, leading to many needing to evacuate the region. Close...

Floating into 50 years

Queenscliff Coast Guard is celebrating 50 years of volunteer marine rescue with a free community open day. Community members will be able...

Geelong train line resumes operation

V/Line services have resumed on the Geelong line following earlier vandalism. Trains will not operate between Wyndham Vale and Southern Cross until Friday, 23 January...