20 years ago
November 23, 2000
A big jump in mental illness among Geelong’s youth in the past year has alarmed health and welfare workers.
They believe a dangerous mix of depression, drug abuse, family breakdown, isolation and poor self-esteem have prompted the increase.
15 years ago
November 4, 2005
The Geelong region could wait until after the 2006 Commonwealth Games for state government to fulfil its promise of eight to 10 extra police.
The government promised to send the extra police to the region after public anger and industrial action threats earlier this year.
10 years ago
November 5, 2010
A Melbourne hospital has apologised to a Geelong family for “disgusting” treatment of its injured elderly father.
The hospital left Ron Kenyon, 79, in clothing stained with blood and vomit for two days after a fall in Geelong last week, the family said.
5 years ago
November 6, 2015
The early months of a child’s development are an exciting time for parents.
But from first step to the first word, it was difficult for Geelong mum Fiona Bell to watch as her otherwise healthy, happy baby slowly began losing these skills.
