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Cats set for blockbuster AFLW season at home

Geelong will open their 2025 AFLW campaign with a marquee home clash against reigning premiers North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos at GMHBA Stadium

‘Not a hanging offence’: Scott defends Bailey Smith’s joke

Coach Chris Scott says the latest Bailey Smith controversy barely caused a ripple at Geelong while calling for "ultra-conservatives" to lay off the recruit. The...

Falcons talent flies high in Vic Country squad

Eight Geelong Falcons players have earned selection for Victoria Country’s opening game of the 2025 Marsh AFL National Championships – U18 Boys.

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

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...