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THE stage at Little Malop Central played host to some of the region\u2019s finest up and coming performers on Friday last week for the finals of Geelong\u2019s Best Busker.<\/p>\n

Presented in partnership with the City of Greater Geelong, the event has become a calendar favourite since its first competition in 2016.<\/p>\n

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Aleesha from winning band The Violas.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Bellarine band The Violas were crowned this year\u2019s winners, while The Gems Duo came in second. <\/p>\n

In third place was Anastacia, with singer songwriter Riordan receiving the achievement award. <\/p>\n

Event organiser Steve Thew said it was a great day and offered his congratulations to The Violas and all participating groups and individuals. <\/p>\n

\u201cWell done Jess, Aleesha, Fergus and Darcy from The Violas band. Such a talented lot here in Geelong,\u201d he said via Facebook. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

THE stage at Little Malop Central played host to some of the region\u2019s finest up and coming performers on Friday last week for the finals of Geelong\u2019s Best Busker. Presented in partnership with the City of Greater Geelong, the event has become a calendar favourite since its first competition in 2016. Bellarine band The Violas […]<\/p>\n

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