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Costa ‘vision’ call

Bold ambition: Frank Costa and Andrew Senia promote the Icon for Geelong competition. By John Van Klaveren“STRONG, bold vision” is needed to ensure Geelong...

PETA deaths reward: Cocaine could have killed Whittington dogs

By John Van KlaverenAN ANIMAL activist group has offered a $1000 reward for information on an alleged poisoning of three Whittington dogs. The Australian arm...

Club sets sail for youngsters as sport founders with ageing membership

We are sailing: Paul Wedding, Arthur Irving, Robert Page, John Royle, Dennis Smith and Robert Barker prepare to launch the sailing season at St...

JOIN THE CLUB: Catfish make a splash

In the swim: Fiona Kersten, Colin Thelwell, Robyn Clancy and Jillene Delahunty make a splash for Geelong Catfish.By John Van KlaverenGEELONG has the Cats,...

‘Study tours’ recommended: Global tip for retail’s future

By John Van KlaverenGEELONG could expect to be left behind if it failed to make a “knowledge investment” in its central retail area, according...

Growth ‘options’ out for comment

By John Van KlaverenBY JOHN VAN KLAVEREN A lobby group has developed three “scenarios” to guide the region’s growth. G21 HEAD Elaine Carbines said the scenarios...

TALK THE TOLL DOWN: Southern comfort for a week of spinal injury awareness

Access all areas: Noel Southern visits Geelong’s wool museum ahead of next week’s activities. By John Van KlaverenNOEL Southern likes to get out when...

Going for second best: New airport to mix trainee pilots with jumbo jets

By John Van KlaverenA FEASIBILITY study has recommended Avalon for a new regional airport despite identifying a better option. The $150,000 study scored a greenfield...

Geelong victim alleges inaction over dog attacks

By John Van KlaverenA WOMAN whose pet has endured two dog attacks this year has accused council and State Government of inaction. The 24-year-old from...

‘100 jobs in pipeline’ at new $17m Corio factory

Looking forward: Manufacturing Minister Richard Dalla-Riva launches the new Corio factory on Wednesday.By John Van KlaverenA NEW $17 million factory at Corio could create...

City set for 25 cruises a year, says new study

By John Van KlaverenGEELONG could accommodate 25 cruise ship visits a year by 2025, according to preliminary results of a new study. The study said...

Dams 90% after our wet October

By Lindsay SmailTHE REGION experienced well-above average rain in October. Urban Geelong received between 60mm and 90mm, while Anakie had well over 100mm. The...

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Maritime Museum Becomes More Accessible

The Queenscliffe Maritime Museum is more accessible for the community following the opening of a new all-abilities walkway, viewing deck and listening post. The...