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1 year ago

December 16, 2022

Another greyhound has died at the Geelong racetrack, making Geelong the second-deadliest track in Australia behind Shepparton with nine deaths.

According to the stewards’ report for Thursday, December 8, two-year-old Felonious Gru suffered a broken leg in an undescribed incident in the catching pen after completing the fifth race at Geelong and was then euthanised by the on-track vet.

3 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.”

5 years ago

December 14, 2018

Belmont traders have threatened legal action if bike lanes go ahead on High Street following a council survey for the controversial plans.

Traders including baker Sean Clark told the Indy they would seek compensation if construction of bike lanes impacted their businesses.

7 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.

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