Funds snag blocks 13th upgrade bid
TOM BENNETTA PROPOSAL to upgrade 13th Beach Road and rename it after cycling champion Cadel Evans has hit a stumbling block.
Councillor Andy Richards said...
Protest ‘escalates’: Bridge objectors target politicians and media
TOM BENNETTANGRY Clifton Springs’ residents have vowed to step-up protests against a controversial Griggs Creek Bridge after more than 100 attended a public meeting...
FINALLY FRIDAY: Classics run on Diesel in new tour
Influenced: Diesel’s Gateway gig will feature the classics of musicians such as Jimmi Hendrix and Neil Young.ERIN PEARSONMULTI-award-winning rocker Diesel is bringing back secret...
FINALLY FRIDAY: Geelong gig one for the Birds
Alternative: Birds of Tokyo wants to move away from the pop sound that earned the band recognition on mainstream radio.ERIN PEARSONMUSIC fame is all...
JOIN THE CLUB: Club sets sail for fun on bay
On sail: A Corio Bay Sailing Club member breezes past a somewhat larger vessel.JOHN VAN KLAVEREN AND KIM WATERSLANDLUBBERS have always been welcome at...
SHATTERED LIVES: Speed demons driving Norm
Shattered: Leanne, Jai and Norm Robinson.JOHN VAN KLAVERENBANNOCKBURN'S Norm Robinson is in no doubt about the effectiveness of speed cameras.
“The only people who worry...
Objectors seeking new church plans
Seeking blessings: An artist’s conception of the church redevelopment.JOHN VAN KLAVERENOBJECTORS have lodged arguments against proposed redevelopment of a historic Geelong church, according to...
Seat ‘safe’ for MP amid Gillard woe
TOM BENNETTLABOR Member for Corangamite Darren Cheeseman believes he will retain his marginal seat at the next federal election despite his strong support of...
Daryl seeks ‘angels’ to help Light the Night
Priviledge: Daryl KingCHELSEA KENNEALLYLIGHT the Night is “calling on all angels” to help brighten the lives of cancer victims.
The annual national event will use...
First meter goes to ‘fearless’ family
Get smart: Technician Wayne Landwehr, Jo Scott, son Daniel and Powercor’s Rob Learey with the region’s first smart meter.JOHN VAN KLAVERENJO Scott’s three children...
Retail eyes on old Ford land
JOHN VAN KLAVERENZONING changes have revived plans for a bulky goods retail centre on a former Ford site in North Geelong, according to Beacon...
Volunteers rally to aid sanctuary
Helping hands: Patrick Phillips, at front, and Peter O’Brien get to work on repairs at Jirrahlinga Koala and Wildlife Sanctuary. ERIN PEARSONALCOA staff have...
Hawks go into break in 3rd spot
A seven goal to two first quarter against the breeze helped Drysdale to a 40-point win against Newcomb at Grinter Reserve on Saturday and...
