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August 16, 2024
Cats on the verge of top four finish
GEELONG could sew up a top four spot if it can overcome St Kilda at Marvel Stadium tomorrow (Saturday, August 17), with the Cats...
August 16, 2024
Vietnam veterans open up about emotional day
THIS year will be the first time Geelong & District Vietnam Veterans Association of Australia president David Sikorski will be part of the annual...
August 15, 2024
Eagles rule skies as home-and-away season wraps up
ONE round remains for the 2024 Geelong & District Football Netball League (GDFNL) home and away season, with plenty to play for across all...
August 15, 2024
Local Foodshare among locations to share in funding boost
THE state government has announced Geelong will share in a seven-figure financial boost as part of a bid to assist regional food relief services. Minister...
August 12, 2024
Backers lining up for inaugural season
BUSINESSES are showing support for Geelong United's inaugural WNBL side, backing the region's newest professional sports team through sponsorship. The first business to publicly state...
August 10, 2024
United secures Hank for 24-25
CLEMSON University alum and Brisbane Capitals player Hannah Hank hopes her team-first mentality will provide major dividends when she suits up in Geelong United's...
August 10, 2024
Geelong Show preparations in full swing as organisers stock stallholders
PREPARATIONS are underway for this year's highly anticipated Royal Geelong Show at the Geelong Showgrounds from October 17-20. Show committee president and member of Royal...
August 9, 2024
Weekend to set BFNL finals fields
THE Bellarine Football Netball League's (BFNL) final round of the home and away season takes place this weekend, with several important results still to...
August 9, 2024
GRLC to bring out the magic in Book Week
THE Children's Book Council of Victoria's Children's Book Week is fast approaching, with thousands of students looking forward to their next great page-turners. As part...
August 8, 2024
Captain Meg retains captaincy for fifth season
A FAMILIAR face will lead Geelong Football Club’s senior women’s side in 2024 with two-time All-Australian Meghan McDonald announced as captain for a fifth...
August 6, 2024
Students invited to join PM’s Spelling Bee
STUDENTS from across Australia are being encouraged to apply for this year's Prime Minister's Spelling Bee. Held annually nationwide, the free online competition is for Australian...
August 5, 2024
Barwon Health announces post-birth service
A NEW service available at Barwon Health's Early Parenting Centre (EPC) is improving support for parents post-birth and providing knowledge to new parents. The post-birth...
August 4, 2024
Annual motorcycle event cancelled, event trademark up for sale
A BELOVED community motorcycle event has been postponed for 2024 due to dwindling interest and sponsorship opportunities, with the event organiser also putting the...
August 4, 2024
Luncheon to shine a light on Parkinson’s
THE Geelong community will gather next week to raise awareness of Parkinson's disease, showing how to fight it and how to help find a...
August 3, 2024
Hoop City Ballers shoot their shot in Dry July
BASKETBALLERS and businesses from across the region have pulled together for Dry July, raising more than $20,000 to go towards Barwon Health's Andrew Love...
August 1, 2024
Regional bragging rights up for grabs at annual invitational
VICTORIA'S largest regional eight-ball pool event begins today (Friday, August 2) and is set to welcome beginner to intermediate players from all over the...
July 30, 2024
Disruptions expected with Surf Coast Highway closure
ROAD users across Greater Geelong and the Surf Coast will need to seek an alternative route between the two municipalities, with level crossing removal...
July 28, 2024
Former Capital inks deal with United
GEELONG United Basketball has added a touch of championship experience to its side with the signing of former University of Canberra Capitals player Gemma...
July 28, 2024
Venues locked in for female, juniors deciders
THE venues of this year's junior football and female football have been unveiled by AFL Barwon, locking in the finals piece of the puzzle...
July 27, 2024
Books bonanza: Geelong Book Fair returns
TENS of thousands of paperback and hard-cover books will take over Geelong West Town Hall next weekend as part of the Geelong Book Fair. The...
July 25, 2024
Supporters pack out Read The Play breakfast
HUNDREDS of supporters and donors gathered at GMHBA Stadium's Presidents Room last week for the annual Read The Play Fundraiser Breakfast. Featuring special guest speaker...
July 25, 2024
Meet your Paris 2024 Olympians
With 2024 Paris Olympic events already underway, we've compiled the local names to keep an eye on at this year's games. Joel Baden Event: High Jump Residence:...
July 25, 2024
Dig in and join National Tree Day events
NATIONAL Tree Day event is shaping up to be a big day out locally, with organisers encouraging the community to attend. Residents will get their...
July 25, 2024
Australian of the Year nominations to close at month’s end
TIME to nominate for this year's Australian of the Year Awards is quickly running out with only a few days remaining until entries officially...
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