War’s wounds still cause pain
By Luke Voogt
For David Wilson Anzac Day is a time to quietly remember those who didn’t come back - like mate and fellow infantryman...
More kids in care need new angels
“Growing” numbers of local kids in care have prompted a charity to call for volunteers in the Geelong region.
The Pyjama Foundation needed help "to...
Randall’s an iconic veteran
By Luke Voogt
World War II veteran Tom Randall has attended Anglesea’s Anzac Day ceremony longer than most Australians have lived.
“I’ve done it ever since...
Games bid takes administrators by surprise
By Luke Voogt
Geelong’s council administrators were left in the dark on plans to host Commonwealth Games events in the city as part of a...
P-platers just won’t stop
By Luke Voogt
Police nabbed two P-platers driving at dangerous speeds in the Geelong area over the Easter period, with the latest driving at twice...
Woman’s miracle escape
An Ocean Grove woman has narrowly avoided death after a car struck her on the Bellarine Highway on Monday afternoon.
The 45-year-old woman had parked...
Female Geelong MP condemns women who condoned Muslim men hitting wives
A female Geelong MP has condemned a video of Muslim women describing how male Muslims can hit their wives.
Federal Liberal Member for Corangamite Sarah...
P-plater with court date clocked at ‘dangerous’ speed
Police caught a 25-year-old P-plater driving at 156km/h “on his way to court” on the Princess Freeway at Little River Thursday morning.
State Highway Patrol...
Man killed in horror crash
A 79-year-old man has died in a crash at Bannockburn which left his female passenger with life-threatening head injuries.
Police said a Nissan sedan, travelling...
Rehab rejected
By Luke Voogt
The proponents of a Highton drug clinic have slammed council administrators for denying help to those most in need.
The administrators “bent” to...
Double Take
Dorks who think it’s a hoot to shine laser pointers at aircraft might like to reconsider their brainless pastime after events in Geelong last...
Surf Coast hikes service charge, borrowings as expenses outpace revenue
Surf Coast’s council wants to increase its waste-service charge and borrowings as expenses grow faster than revenue next financial year, according to the shire’s...
Baby boom births new group
A new first-time parents’ group is now available in the Surf Coast following a baby boom in Anglesea and Aireys Inlet.
The...
