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May 28, 2025

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...

May 26, 2025

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...

May 21, 2025

‘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...

May 20, 2025

BNL A grade round 6: Drysdale versus Newcomb

BNL A grade round 6: Drysdale versus Newcomb

Credited By: Michael Chambers Photography

May 18, 2025

Cameron, 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...

May 15, 2025

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...

May 15, 2025

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...

May 14, 2025

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...

May 14, 2025

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...

May 7, 2025

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...

May 1, 2025

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...

April 30, 2025

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....

April 17, 2025

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-...

April 17, 2025

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...

April 17, 2025

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...

April 17, 2025

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...

April 17, 2025

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,...

April 17, 2025

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...

April 17, 2025

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...

April 17, 2025

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...

April 17, 2025

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...

April 17, 2025

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...

April 16, 2025

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,...

April 16, 2025

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...