Vinnies report surge in calls for cost-of-living assistance
MOUNTING cost of living pressures are resulting in a higher proportion of individuals and families seeking living assistance for the first time. New data from...
Cultura secure funding from Dementia Australia
LOCAL multicultural organisation Cultura is among the successful recipients of Dementia Australia's inaugural Diversity Small Grant program. The program will award more than $320,000 to...
AFL Barwon extend partnership with gforce
AFL Barwon will extend its ongoing partnership with local recruitment agency gforce to a ninth consecutive year in 2025. The two organisations will team up...
Major events bring huge economic boost to Greater Geelong region
A DOZEN major events held in the region in 2023-24 have put $51.05 million back into the Greater Geelong economy. The events attracted 338,000 participants...
GRLC appoint 2025 board members
THE Geelong Regional Library Corporation has elected its board members for 2025, consisting of councillors from all municipal districts. Cr Trent Sullivan, Cr Elise Wilkinson,...
Beyond Bank commits to community support partnership for region
TWO local organisations will continue their enduring partnership for a further three years in an effort to support the Greater Geelong community. Give Where You...
Young theatre star reflects onbreakout year
A GEELONG youngster has taken the stage by storm this year and has high aspirations for an even bigger 2025. Harrison Coppock has let his...
EPA urge environmental vigilance over festive period
LOCAL businesses and construction sites closing for the festive period are urged to make sure they have properly secured their site, facilities and equipment. EPA...
Local players score Cats VFL training invites
THE Geelong Cats have invited some of the region's top up-and-coming players to its VFL pre-season training over this summer period. Reigning Mathieson medallist Doyle...
Keeley’s Cause giving day raises $3000 for families
AN ANNUAL giving day has raised close to $3000 for disability families in the Greater Geelong region. Keeley's Cause was held at the Federal Mills...
City service to help those building a new business
THOSE keen to start a new business in 2025 are encouraged to use free support available from the City of Greater Geelong. The Business Concierge...
Giving appeal a huge success
THE Geelong community has dug deep and raised more than $109,000 for local children, families and individuals facing hardship during this festive season. The 23rd...
Cats to face Dons to kick off AAMI Community Series
GEELONG will face Essendon in the first match of the 2025 AFL preseason. The two Victorian clubs will clash at GMHBA Stadium on Tuesday, February...
United hope to secure early Christmas present on the road
GEELONG United will be looking to get back on the winners this week but will have a tough assignment against the second-placed Perth Lynx. United...
Cats confirm AFLW list changes
THE Geelong Cats have finalised its list ahead of the second AFLW list lodgement deadline, headlined by the departure of ruck Olivia Fuller. The 25-year...
St Albans youngster grabs state award
A ST ALBANS Football and Netball Club youngster has been rewarded for a huge grab he pulled down during the 2024 Geelong Football League...
Fixture locked in for 2025 BFNL season
THE 2025 Bellarine Football Netball League fixture for 2025 has been locked in by AFL Barwon. The local sporting body released the schedule for the...
Martin to don 19 in first season at Cats
THE legacy of the number 19 will be carried forward at the Geelong Cats by new recruit Jack Martin. Martin was presented with his new...
Geelong spinner Stow signed by Renegades
GEELONG Cricket Club's Callum Stow has been added to the Melbourne Renegades squad for Big Bash League season 14. The 22-year-old left-arm spin bowler has...
Foundation set $250k goal for Christmas appeal
THE Barwon Health Foundation is hopeful the Greater Geelong can dig deep and help them raise $250,000 during their Wish Upon A Star Christmas...
Local partnership helps those facing food insecurity
TWO local organisations have teamed up to help the one in three Greater Geelong residents struggling with food insecurity. Geelong Regional Libraries joined forces with...
City spreads Christmas cheer
FREE and fully decorated Christmas trees have been gifted to community and not-for-profit organisations in Greater Geelong. The City of Greater Geelong teamed up with...
Cats claw in draft picks
THE Geelong Cats have secured picks 16 and 37 in the AFLW draft following a mega six-team trade and the departure of midfielder Darcy...
Cats record big profit in 2023/24 financial year
THE Geelong Cats have recorded a statutory net profit of $6.6 million for the 2023/24 financial year. The club's operating results before interest, amortisation, depreciation...