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May 8, 2024
LSV warns of worsening drowning figures
LIFE Saving Victoria's (LSV) head spokesperson has pleaded with Victorians to remain safe around the water, as patrols pull away from beaches for the...
May 7, 2024
Singers wanted for special Shrine performance
A RARE opportunity awaits for choir singers in the region, with a chance to perform as part of special commemoration service later this year. The...
May 7, 2024
Roos look to rally ahead of massive May
ANGLESEA will be looking to bounce back from last week's frustrating loss to neighbour club Torquay when it faces a winless Newcomb tomorrow afternoon...
May 6, 2024
Storm happy with promising start to 2024
BELLARINE Storm is one win off matching its win total from last season, but Luke Beuglehall's men will have their work cut...
May 5, 2024
All-abilities sport structures creating opportunities in Geelong
A GEELONG West Football Club player says the continued growth of all-abilities sport in the region is allowing his love of Australian Rules Football...
May 4, 2024
Chargers rolling on as Division One aspirations loom
SURF Coast playing-assistant coach Jessica Scannell says her Big V side is taking the season one week at a time, as the Chargers sit...
May 3, 2024
GRYC and GeelongPort announce new sailing program for students
AN EXCITING new partnership aimed at getting Geelong-based students into sailing as an extra-curricular activity, at no additional cost, has been announced. The new program,...
May 3, 2024
St Mary’s junior continues rapid rise with All-Australian nod
AN emerging football talent continues to rise through the local ranks, adding another feather in her cap at this year's Under 16 AFL National...
May 3, 2024
Top of the table: Grubbers excited for Ammos rematch
A HUGE test awaits Ocean Grove tomorrow afternoon when it faces off against an old foe in Geelong Amateur. Both sides made last year's Bellarine...
May 2, 2024
Geelong smashes goals at dementia event
GEELONG'S commitment to beating dementia was evident on Sunday as more than 840 resident ran, jogged, or walked along the city's waterfront. This year's 2024...
May 2, 2024
Cats thrilled to have Holmes back
GEELONG'S sought-after midfielder Max Holmes will remain at Kardinia Park after signing a four-year extension. Holmes' contract, which was set to run out at the...
May 1, 2024
Trust and AFL Barwon announce partnership for next three years
AFL BARWON'S All Abilities competitions will receive a large boost for years to come after Kardinia Park Stadium Trust announced it would become a...
May 1, 2024
Sharks swim into inaugural season
THE inaugural season of the South Coast Sharks, the Surf Coast's newest football club, is officially underway. The Sharks, led by coach Luke Vassallo, enjoyed...
April 30, 2024
Suns are rising as Under 18s team becomes a reality
A GROUP of Surf Coast Suns footballers have entered new territory in 2024, forming the club's first Under 18s side in recent weeks. Led by...
April 29, 2024
Newcomb powering up as standings take shape
A NEW finals contender of the Bellarine Netball League is on the rise following the competition's first four rounds. Alongside last year's two grand finalists...
April 26, 2024
Geelong gardening guru continues to flourish
BY VINNIE VAN OORSCHOT GEELONG paramedic Ash Burke has enjoyed life with Ambulance Victoria, but that hasn't prevented him from flourishing in his other passions. Four...
April 26, 2024
O’Connor extends contract to end of 2026
GEELONG Cats premiership player and Irish import Mark O'Connor will stay at Kardinia Park for a further two seasons. The Cats announced O'Connor's extension after...
April 26, 2024
Dementia event returns to Geelong for 2024
HUNDREDS of residents are expected to gather at Eastern Beach Reserve on Sunday for this year's Memory Walk & Jog in Geelong to help...
April 26, 2024
Cats and Blues to duel despite key defender out
GEELONG Football Club will need to rely heavily on its depth for this weekend's Round 7 clash with Carlton, as the Cats will be...
April 25, 2024
Geelong gathers at Anzac Day Pre-Dawn Service
HUNDREDS gathered at Geelong’s Johnstone Park this morning (Thursday, April 25) for the city’s Anzac Day Pre-Dawn Service commemoration at the Geelong...
April 25, 2024
Auskick centres open up across the region
AUSKICK centres around the region have begun or will this weekend begin conducting sessions, as one of junior sports' biggest initiatives recommences for 2024. The...
April 24, 2024
Surf Coast FC honour club supporters with grandstand namings
A FOUNDING committee member and the family behind a long-running sponsorship of Surf Cost Football Club have been honoured at Banyul-Warri Fields with a...
April 24, 2024
Local racing club gets green light for grandstand alterations
GEELONG Greyhound Racing Club will receive upwards of $80,000 in state government funding to alter its grandstand, accommodating more to families and the all-abilities...
April 23, 2024
Women to play under lights at annual Anzac Day fixture
WOMEN will be part of this year's Geelong Baseball Association (GBA) Anzac Day fixture for the first time this weekend, when two local clubs meet for...
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