16 years ago
December 12, 2008
Geelong traders have slammed plans for a bus hub amid the city’s busiest shopping strips.
The traders have rejected a proposal from State Government’s Department of Transport to build the facility on either Moorabool or Malop street, fearing damage to their businesses.
12 years ago
December 14, 2012
Geelong nightlife initiatives including ID scanners, two-way radios and education campaigns have failed to reduce alcohol-related violence, according to a Deakin University study.
The study found that licensing regulation in Newcastle reduced alcohol-related crime but voluntary measures in Geelong had no impact.
8 years ago
December 16, 2016
Waurn Ponds crime has surged by 26 per cent in 12 months, according to data released by the state opposition yesterday (Thursday).
Three months of reduced counter hours at Waurn Ponds Police Station had contributed to the rise, said South Barwon MP Andrew Katos.
4 years ago
December 11, 2020
Four former Geelong detectives who prevented a murder and a potential child-hostage situation have won recognition after a decade-long wait.
“I have been fighting for recognition for those members since 2010,” said Paul Robson, then a detective sergeant. “I could not have asked for three more experienced and professional members than I had with me on that day.”
