Riders in track win
Andrew MathiesonA last-minute funding injection from motorcycling’s national body has saved the region’s home of off-road riding.
Motorcycling Australia announced on Tuesday it would provide...
Hi-tech bid for bypass rogues
Jessica BentonVICROADS is compiling a list of “rogue” truckies to address complaints about noise from Geelong’s bypass, according to an MP.
Member for South Barwon...
Bitten by the research bug
Andrew MathiesonSCRUBBING the bottom of a shower recess for bacteria is the least of worries for two Deakin University researchers fighting antibiotic-resistant superbugs.
Fred Pfeffer...
Expert: benefits to end up bypassing peninsula towns
Jessica BentonThe benefits of Geelong’s new ring road are likely to bypass the Bellarine Peninsula, according to a State Government consultant.
SGS Economics and Plannings’...
New CEO reveals vision for his city
Jessica BentonGEELONG’S new City Hall boss has declared a vision centred on growth, development and “creating a vibrant place for living and enjoyment”.
Stephen Griffin...
CFA reaps volunteer spike in wake of Black Saturday
Andrew MathiesonVOLUNTEERS are jumping aboard the region’s fire trucks in the wake of Victoria’s Black Saturday bushfires disaster.
The region’s 47 CFA brigades have recorded...
Call to grow up and drink recycled water
Andrew MathiesonAUTHORITIES should put recycled water in the region’s drinking supplies, according to Geelong Environment Council.
President Joan Lindros said recycled water was the only...
Farming families revved up over threat of track
Andrew MathiesonA BARRABOOL family fears six generations of farming the land will be lost if dirt-bike riders win their bid to save neighbouring McAdam...
Feds hear claims of protest violence
Jessica BentonFEDERAL Police could investigate an allegedly violent protest against a wind farm forum in Colac, according to MP Darren Cheeseman.
The federal member for...
Tests prove bypass noise limit broken
Jessica BentonGeelong residents are taking action to prove noise from the city’s bypass is “unbearable” for neighbouring households.
Wandana Heights’ Hans Van Dorssen said his...
Traders call for retail space halt
Andrew MathiesonAN OUTSPOKEN High Street trader has backed calls for a freeze on further retail development, saying shopping centres are killing Belmont’s iconic shopping...
Golf project thwarted
Jessica BentonGEELONG councillors have halted controversial development plans at 13th Beach Golf Resort.
The councillors voted this week to recommend rezoning land east of Lings...
Ice Age lingers with ‘Jurassic’ Pajero
In the face of the red-hot advance of electric power, one internal combustion engine vehicle is moving at glacial pace to extend the Ice...
