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Millions of Aussie workers score pay rise above inflation

Millions of workers on minimum wages and industry awards will get a 3.5 per cent annual pay rise after Fair Work decided they need...

Cats win in the west as Dangerfield eyes return

Geelong veteran Patrick Dangerfield has only missed two games with a hamstring injury, but the Cats are confident he is ready to return. Geelong coach...

Cats set for blockbuster AFLW season at home

Geelong will open their 2025 AFLW campaign with a marquee home clash against reigning premiers North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos at GMHBA Stadium

Heathcote comes to life

HEATHCOTE'S largest event is returning to the region this King's Birthday long weekend with winemakers, distillers and musicians preparing for the occasion. Running for more...

Transform the home with Brax Window Treatments

NOW is the perfect time to upgrade the homes windows with style and security. For a limited time, Brax Window Treatments is offering 25 per...

E-bike and e-scooter reports prompt education blitz

POLICE in Torquay are launching an education blitz across the region in an attempt to combat the rising issue of motorised bikes and scooters...

‘Not a hanging offence’: Scott defends Bailey Smith’s joke

Coach Chris Scott says the latest Bailey Smith controversy barely caused a ripple at Geelong while calling for "ultra-conservatives" to lay off the recruit. The...

Falcons talent flies high in Vic Country squad

Eight Geelong Falcons players have earned selection for Victoria Country’s opening game of the 2025 Marsh AFL National Championships – U18 Boys.

Growing pains and gains as regional boom continues

The population of regional Australia is climbing towards 10 million, putting some towns under pressure as the escape to the country continues. While the Geelong...

Machete sale ban to ‘choke the supply’ of deadly weapon

A wild brawl between machete-wielding gang members at a shopping centre has been the catalyst for an almost immediate Australian-first interim ban on the...

‘I won’t say it’: Bulldogs address approach to Smith

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has playfully suggested it has taken their trip to Kardinia Park for Geelong's home ground to be filled. Thursday night's...

Cameron, Smith star as Cats down Port amid injury chaos

Jeremy Cameron has kicked seven goals and Bailey Smith had 30 touches as Geelong hammered Port Adelaide by 76 points in a clash marred...

Blockbusters and double headers headline AFL’s epic run home

The AFL has announced the dates and times for Rounds 16 to 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season, revealing...

AFL mourns legend Robert Walls after passing

The AFL community is mourning the loss of Robert Walls, who passed away aged 74 after a long battle with cancer. A giant of...

AFL admit ‘failed’ process in umpire debacle

Collingwood say they haven't been contacted by the AFL since Friday as the league deals with the fallout of an investigation into Lachie Schultz's...

Gryan Miers signs long-term deal with Cats

GEELONG Cats forward Gryan Miers has committed to the AFL club until at least the end of 2028, signing...

History on the line as Western United hosts first home final

Western United will create another milestone on Friday 9 May, hosting its first-ever Isuzu UTE A-League Men Elimination Final at Ironbark...

Hawkins goes pick one to Central Highlands club in Carlton Draft

Beaufort Football Netball Club has secured a once-in-a-generation opportunity after selecting AFL great Tom Hawkins with the number one pick in...

Victorian housing market steady ahead of election

With the federal election taking place this Saturday, the Victorian housing market continues to show resilience despite national debate around affordability and housing supply....

Living well starts now

FOR people thinking about their next chapter, now is the perfect time to explore what life could look like with more freedom, more connection,...

Regional Australia Future Fund proposed

LEADER of The Nationals David Littleproud has committed to creating a Regional Australia Future Fund, which would deliver a guaranteed annual funding stream in...

All regional Victoria footy and netball games this Easter

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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...