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February 9, 2025

New Zealander Geary claims hard-fought Vic Open win

New Zealander Josh Geary has won the men's Vic Open the tough way, overcoming brutal conditions as strong winds whipped around 13th Beach. Geary began...

February 9, 2025

Su Oh has tamed strong winds to win the Vic Open

Former junior prodigy Su Oh was the last woman standing on a day of windy carnage at 13th Beach as she came from nowhere...

January 24, 2025

World-class events boost Greater Geelong’s economy

I love this time of year when our community comes together to celebrate what makes our city a great place to live. The Festival of...

December 5, 2024

So much to love about living here

I've always loved the You Yangs – so I'm thrilled to represent you as councillor in the new ward named after and home to...

November 21, 2024

AFL top pick Lalor keen on Dusty’s famous jumper

Already likened to Richmond legend Dustin Martin, AFL No.1 draft pick Sam Lalor is keen on taking over the famous No.4 jumper after joining the...

November 14, 2024

2025 AFL fixture unveiled

Hawthorn have been rewarded for their stunning surge to the AFL finals this year with a suite of prime time...

September 24, 2024

Reserve Bank keeps rates on hold, as expected

Australians will experience a calendar year of unchanged interest rates after the Reserve Bank of Australia held the cash rate steady, as widely expected. The...

June 25, 2024

Hawkins hit for six by foot injury

Geelong veteran Tom Hawkins aims to return well ahead of the AFL finals after being ruled out for six weeks by a foot injury. The...

May 7, 2024

Interest rates kept on hold despite inflation worries

Borrowers have been spared more mortgage pain following the Reserve Bank of Australia's decision to keep interest rates on hold for the fourth meeting...

April 3, 2024

Houshmand, Simmers win Rip Curl Pro titles at Bells

Cole Houshmand and Caitlin Simmers have won their maiden Rip Curl Pro crowns on a dramatic finals day at Bells Beach. Rookie Cole Houshmand and...

March 13, 2024

City explores ways to boost tree protection on private land

THE City of Greater Geelong is taking steps to enhance tree protection on private property, following discussions on how to bolster urban greenery. In response...

February 26, 2024

Christmas tree winners announced

THE City of Greater Geelong has announced Herne Hill Primary School as the winner of the City's School Christmas Tree Competition for 2023. This year's...

February 23, 2024

Geelong hosts digital innovation summit

THE City of Greater Geelong hosted a Digital Innovation Summit this week to boost local business growth through digital innovation. Supported by Business NBN, Business...

February 18, 2024

Geelong forum tackles climate resilience

GEELONG Sustainability has teamed up with Common Ground Project to launch the Community Climate Resilience Forum, focusing on climate disaster preparedness in the Geelong...

February 6, 2024

No change in interest rates as price pressures ebb

The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept interest rates on ice in a widely expected move that will be welcomed by financially strained borrowers. Board...

February 3, 2024

Man dead after wave overturns boat

A man has died after a wave caused the boat he was in to capsize at Barwon Heads. Emergency services were called to the river...

January 28, 2024

Kiwi Pithie has first WorldTour win at Cadel’s race

New Zealander Laurence Pithie has timed his sprint perfectly to win the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. The Groupama-FDJ cyclist won the reduced bunch...

January 27, 2024

Dutch teenager storms to solo win at Cadel’s race

Amanda Spratt had to watch from her hospital bed as Dutch teenager Rosita Reijnhout became the youngest winner of the Cadel Evans Great Ocean...

January 4, 2024

Aaron Finch announces his retirement from BBL

Former Australian white-ball captain Aaron Finch will retire from the BBL at the end of the summer. The star batter, 37, is set to play...

January 2, 2024

Thunderstorm kills power to 20,000 Victorian customers

Tens of thousands of Victorian households and businesses have lost power as a thunderstorm sweeps across the state. A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued...

December 28, 2023

Nyaal Banyul Project achieves key financial milestone

Clayton Utz has successfully guided the financial close of the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre project, paving the way for project commencement. The...

December 5, 2023

Reserve Bank on hold at final meeting for 2023

Borrowers have been spared more cash rate pain at the final Reserve Bank of Australia policy meeting of the year. Australian mortgage holders have been...

November 25, 2023

Brisbane pip plucky Cats, advance to AFLW grand final

The Brisbane Lions are through to their fifth AFLW grand final after surviving a giant scare from Geelong to pip the Cats in a...

November 25, 2023

City to support international anti-violence campaign

THE City of Greater Geelong is demonstrating its commitment to a world where everyone is respected by supporting an international campaign against violence. The '16...