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Geelong and Surf Coast targeted in Easter road blitz

Police will target impaired drivers in a major crackdown over the Easter and Anzac Day period, with a new statewide operation set to begin...

Local pair win Rip Curl Pro Trials

THE ultimate dream has come true for a Jan Juc pair who will surf against the world’s best at this year’s 2025 Rip Curl...

Smith facing AFL sanction after flipping off fan

Geelong's Bailey Smith is likely to face a fine for misconduct over his double-fingered salute to an Adelaide fan during the Gather Round opener. Geelong...

The Whitlams join Melbourne Symphony Orchestra for Hamer Hall show

Beloved Aussie band The Whitlams will join forces with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) for a one-night-only symphonic performance at Hamer...

WATCH: Propped at the bar – inside Newtown’s new Woolstore with Cam Hamilton

Gareth Kent from Preston Rowe Paterson and Michael De Stefano from Gartland sit down with Cameron Hamilton from the Hamilton Group in the latest...

Going electric on the Surf Coast

THE Surf Coast community has the opportunity to explore smarter, healthier and more affordable ways to get around at the inaugural EV and e-Bike...

No back-to-back mortgage relief as RBA holds rates

The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept interest rates on hold, denying borrowers back-to-back mortgage relief. As widely expected by economists, the RBA's new monetary...

Taxpayers promised extra relief in pre-election budget

Taxpayers will get two extra rounds of relief in a pre-election sweetener, as Jim Chalmers lays out the economic case for a second term...

Cats wary of Saints’ Marvel-lous venue form

Chris Scott is far more interested in the St Kilda of round 24 last AFL season, compared to the opposition whose season started so...

Moving From Melbourne to Regional Living? Here’s How to Prepare

Moving from the busy streets of Melbourne to a quieter regional lifestyle is a big adjustment for anyone. Physical and psychological preparation...

Stockland Open Doors Sale to help more Victorians enter the housing market

Stockland’s Open Doors Sale is now underway in Victoria, offering first homebuyers the chance to save up to $40,000 in purchase rebates...

AFL looks to go ahead with Thursday’s season opener

The AFL plans to go ahead with Thursday's season opener in Brisbane, while keeping a close eye on Cyclone Alfred. AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon...

Regional shake up to accommodate population boom

The population of regional Australia will boom in the coming decades as the boundaries of major centres are redrawn in a bid to ease...

What is a master of public policy?

Are you considering a change in career and want to know more about a master of public policy? Knowing what the course...

AFL Barwon region general manager Edward Wilson steps down

AFL BARWON region general manager Edward Wilson has stepped down and will finish in the role on March 26. Wilson, who was appointed to the...

Push to resume Australia Day celebrations fails

AN ATTEMPT to reinstate Australia Day celebrations in the Surf Coast Shire on January 26 each year has been stymied, with councillors to instead...

Cats have to hold back eager Bailey Smith: Dangerfield

Geelong have had to hold Bailey Smith back as the boom recruit attempts to prove himself at his new club, says captain Patrick Dangerfield. Smith...

Regional house prices rise as capital city values fall

As growth in housing prices slowed in the capital cities, towns in regional Western Australia and Queensland have skyrocketed in value. Property values rose one...

AFL boss flags possible return of state of origin games

AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon has flagged the possible return of state of origin amid a "groundswell" of support for the concept, as the...

RBA cuts rates, bringing long-awaited mortgage relief

The Reserve Bank of Australia has cut interest rates for the first time in more than four years, bringing long-awaited financial relief to mortgage...

Troy Selwood farewelled at GMHBA Stadium in emotional tribute

Troy Selwood's brothers all fought back tears as they paid tribute to a man whose identical twin Adam described as a "built-in best mate". Former...

All-star wrestling heads to Bendigo

GET ready for an unforgettable night of high-octane action and jaw-dropping entertainment as All-Star Wrestling Australia returns to Victoria for the highly anticipated Night...

Food Factory Sales celebrates three years

FOOD Factory Sales has been serving the Geelong community for three years, with food and household products at discount prices. Since opening its doors in...