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March 29, 2024

Anthony’s World Cup season to go down in history

BARWON Heads skiing sensation Jakara Anthony will look back on the 2023-24 FIS World Cup with fond memories after completing the best moguls season...

March 29, 2024

Be forest-safe this Easter, says DEECA

THE state's Conservation Regulator has put out a word of warning for Victorians heading out to forested areas this long weekend. The Department of Energy,...

March 29, 2024

Kiwi and Queenslander win Ironman 70.3 Geelong

NEW ZEALAND'S Sam Osborne and Queenslander Ellie Salthouse were crowned IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong champions after braving the elements over the weekend. Before Osborne's win on...

March 29, 2024

Meet Tedi, our Good Friday Appeal mini ambassador

FOUR-year-old Tedi Rudd has been named the Greater Geelong region's first ever Good Friday Appeal mini ambassador as the community raises funds today for...

March 28, 2024

Magpies still soaring with fifth-straight GCA flag

PERSISTENCE was the key for North Geelong after securing its fifth-straight Geelong Cricket Association (GCA) Division 1 flag on Sunday at South Barwon Reserve. The...

March 27, 2024

Leisure Networks signs inclusive partnership

LEISURE Networks has entered a new partnership with AFL Barwon as the sporting organisation's first Official Inclusion Partner ahead of the 2024 season. The announced...

March 26, 2024

Hawkins thanks Cats ahead of 350th game

GEELONG superstar Tom Hawkins is soaking up the lead-in to his milestone 350th AFL game next week, before the key forward further...

March 26, 2024

Mini Movers Program getting kindergarteners moving

A NEW program to get kindergarten students moving in the Greater Geelong area is being hailed as a positive move from local learning centres. Local...

March 25, 2024

Geelong umpires, Metricon excited for 2024 start

UMPIRES are pulling up their socks and making sure their whistles are working with the start of the local football season just days away. Geelong...

March 24, 2024

Rice ready to add grit to United line-up

GEELONG United has acquired a key piece in its front court, signing six-foot-four centre Jada Rice from Norwood for this year's NBL1 South season. A...

March 23, 2024

Ironman 70.3 returns to Waterfront

SOME of the world's fittest humans will race in Geelong this Sunday, March 24 as part of the 2024 Ironman 70.3 Geelong. Known for its...

March 23, 2024

Rantall returns to basketball

GEELONG United has continued its string of signings with the acquisition of former junior Australian representative and multi-sport athlete, Jay Rantall. The 22-year-old, who was...

March 22, 2024

Head of the Schoolgirls raced in fine conditions

SCHOOLGIRL rowers from across the state descended on Geelong last week for the 2024 Head of the Schoolgirls' Regatta, racing up and down the...

March 22, 2024

Thousands turn out to All Ford Day

THE 33rd annual All Ford Day has been hailed as a great success by the event's director, as favourable conditions provided the perfect backdrop...

March 22, 2024

Cricket premierships to be decided

CRICKET comes to a close this weekend with Senior Grand Finals taking place across the region. The Geelong Cricket Association (GCA) and Bellarine Peninsula Cricket...

March 21, 2024

Two options presented in AFL Barwon restructure rethink

CLUBS will come to a decision on AFL Barwon's proposed league overhaul restructure on Monday, March 25 after the regional sporting body made updates...

March 21, 2024

Cats trio extend contracts

A TRIO of Cats will call Kardinia Park home until at least the end of the next AFL season. Following its Round 1 win over...

March 20, 2024

Gary Ablett Sr to sell collection of memorabilia

GEELONG Football Club legend Gary Ablett Sr is selling a collection of memorabilia from his playing days at the Cats, providing an opportunity for...

March 17, 2024

Return to play protocols in place for local footy

CLUBS under AFL Barwon's jurisdiction will join leagues across the country in adopting a new 21-day return to play protocol for players who suffer...

March 17, 2024

A good yarn: Knitting project to take region by storm

A COMMUNITY knitting project is aiming to shine a light on elder abuse as part of an exciting new initiative. Barwon Community Legal Service (BCLS)...

March 16, 2024

Cats ready for the ‘real stuff’ as season opener looms

GEELONG Cats midfielder Tom Atkins had some positive words for teammate Jhye Clark ahead of the side's Round 1 home opener against St Kilda...

March 16, 2024

Premiership picture tightens as GCA clubs take on semi-final bouts

THE Geelong Cricket Association (GCA) Division 1 semi-finals take place this weekend with four worthy contenders vying for the 2023-24 premiership. Heavy favourites North Geelong...

March 16, 2024

Show shines despite high mercury

CHRYSLERS from across the country converged on Lovely Banks this past Sunday as part of the annual Chryslers By The Bay Show 'n' Shine. Close...

March 15, 2024

Petty announced as new United coach

GEELONG United's new women's head coach Jamie Petty says opportunities to coach in the NBL1 South do not come around often, which is why...