Growing pains and gains as regional boom continues
The population of regional Australia is climbing towards 10 million, putting some towns under pressure as the escape to the country continues. While the Geelong...
Machete sale ban to ‘choke the supply’ of deadly weapon
A wild brawl between machete-wielding gang members at a shopping centre has been the catalyst for an almost immediate Australian-first interim ban on the...
‘I won’t say it’: Bulldogs address approach to Smith
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has playfully suggested it has taken their trip to Kardinia Park for Geelong's home ground to be filled. Thursday night's...
BNL A grade round 6: Drysdale versus Newcomb
BNL A grade round 6: Drysdale versus Newcomb
Credited By: Michael Chambers PhotographyCameron, Smith star as Cats down Port amid injury chaos
Jeremy Cameron has kicked seven goals and Bailey Smith had 30 touches as Geelong hammered Port Adelaide by 76 points in a clash marred...
Blockbusters and double headers headline AFL’s epic run home
The AFL has announced the dates and times for Rounds 16 to 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season, revealing...
AFL mourns legend Robert Walls after passing
The AFL community is mourning the loss of Robert Walls, who passed away aged 74 after a long battle with cancer. A giant of...
AFL admit ‘failed’ process in umpire debacle
Collingwood say they haven't been contacted by the AFL since Friday as the league deals with the fallout of an investigation into Lachie Schultz's...
Gryan Miers signs long-term deal with Cats
Geelong Cats forward Gryan Miers has committed to the club until at least the end of 2028, signing a two-year contract...
History on the line as Western United hosts first home final
Western United will create another milestone on Friday 9 May, hosting its first-ever Isuzu UTE A-League Men Elimination Final at Ironbark...
Hawkins goes pick one to Central Highlands club in Carlton Draft
Beaufort Football Netball Club has secured a once-in-a-generation opportunity after selecting AFL great Tom Hawkins with the number one pick in...
Victorian housing market steady ahead of election
With the federal election taking place this Saturday, the Victorian housing market continues to show resilience despite national debate around affordability and housing supply....
Men’s and women’s Championship Tour surfers
WOMEN'S 1- Caitlin Simmers United States Age – 19 Height – 158cm 2- Molly Picklum Australia Age- 22 Height – 165cm 3- Caroline Marks United States Age – 23 Height- 165cm 4- Tyler Wright Australia Age- 30 Height – 170cm 5-...
Welcome to the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach
ON behalf of Surfing Victoria, Rip Curl and the World Surf League, I would like to welcome everyone to the 62nd running of the...
From wind energy to waves – a new life for old turbines
OLD wind turbines have found a second life in surfboard form in a world-first prototype designed to set the tone for recycling in the...
Local Rising Stars receive honour in front of surfing’s elite
SIX young local surfers are riding a memorable wave, receiving recognition at the global Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach (Djarrak). Congratulations to 2025 Rising Star...
Celebrating 60 years of wildlife photography
EMBARK on a journey into the heart of the natural world with the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition. Featuring remarkable moments of animal behaviour,...
Shuttle bus service to run to Bells Beach
A FREE shuttle bus will be running this Easter Long weekend to get you down to catch all the action at the Rip Curl...
Australian National Surfing Museum – the stuff of legends
OVER the past 50 years, Torquay has become internationally synonymous with all that surfing has grown to be. Torquay's extraordinary impact on surfing is unique...
Easter Weekend at Torquay Taphouse
THINGS are heating up at the Torquay Taphouse as the venue heads into the long weekend with a range of entertainment. Owned by locals Renee...
From logs to legends: Rare vintage surfboards hit the market
SURFBOARDS from the golden era of Australian surfing are up for sale, as 80-year-old Torquay collector Rob Dunn clears out the final pieces of...
Former CT surf star launches comeback bid
FIVE-time World Surfing League (WSL) Championship Tour (CT) winner and Tokyo Olympian Julian Wilson is making a comeback to competitive surfing after an absence...
All regional Victoria footy and netball games this Easter
Ballarat Football Netball League
Friday, April 18 Bacchus Marsh vs East Point Football: 2:15pm at Maddingley Park, Bacchus Marsh Netball: 2:30pm Sunbury vs Redan Football: 2:15pm at Clarke Oval,...Geelong and Surf Coast targeted in Easter road blitz
Police will target impaired drivers in a major crackdown over the Easter and Anzac Day period, with a new statewide operation set to begin...