Objectors dash permanent skywheel hopes but…‘I’ll give you an icon’
Andrew MathiesonA FERRIS wheel operator wants to turn his visiting 50-metre high skywheel into a Geelong icon.
But Bradley Verfurth, whose family ran a Geelong...
Star Search winners wow crowd at city’s Costa Hall
The region’s premier annual talent quest has unearthed potential stars of the future.
None shone brighter than Laura Baxter on the stage at Geelong’s waterfront...
Otways to boost water supply
Kim WatersAn Otways creek is set to supply a 700 million-litre boost to the region’s drinking water each year.
Barwon Water said it would reinstate...
Heavy beer, ‘junk food’ ordered off sports menus Cats legend slams bid to ‘regulate’...
Alex de VosBans on full-strength beer and junk food in local sport clubs are another example of authorities trying to control private lives, according...
Invest in tourism, says VECCI boss
Andrew MathiesonDeveloping “interperative” tourist centres along the Great Ocean Road are key to luring thousands of daily visitors to stay longer, according to the...
Centre bid set ‘on four sites’
Andrew MathiesonAN OVERSIZED car park with bay views is the preferred site for Geelong’s proposed convention centre.
Government and lobby organisations are flagging Deakin University’s...
Warm, wet outlook as winter descends on city
Alex de VosA distinct chill may be in the air with the change of seasons but there’s no need to stock up on extra...
Coast retreat option
Kim WatersA survey is asking the region’s coastal residents whether they would give up their homes in a “planned retreat” from rising seas.
The CSIRO...
Opponents attack Port super plans
Kim WatersA new supermarket at Portarlington would cause traffic and parking problems, according to potential competitors.
They have slammed the proposal for inadequate car parking...
‘Bathhouse’ push residents back open space plan
Kim WatersPlans for a replica sulphur bathhouse on Clifton Springs’ last remaining open space have the backing of residents, according to a community group.
A...
Ratepayers launch coast takeover bid spend on works, not wages, says letter to state...
Alex de VosSurf Coast ratepayers have ordered a complete takeover of the region’s coastal manager amid concerns of “bureaucracy building” and “unnecessary” spending.
In letter...
Disabled have a ball on a starry Friday night in city
John Van KlaverenThe dream of becoming a debutante became a reality for a group of people with disabilities at a presentation ball last week.
The...
Grace and Meehan top the charts
Scores, runs and wickets from Saturday’s play in Geelong Cricket Association and Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association matches.
Standout performances included Corio's Mitch Grace (6/6), Teesdale's...
