News
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ROAM set to light up the night
Something extraordinary is coming up in Geelong and we want all our region’s creative people to get involved. We’re calling for expressions of interest for…
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Fatal collision at Moolap
Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a fatal collision in Moolap this afternoon. It is understood a brown Toyota Corolla and a white Mazda…
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Free weekend travel for seniors
Council on the Ageing (COTA) Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria (SRV) has welcomed the state government’s announcement of free weekend public transport for older Victorians…
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Free weekend travel for seniors
Council on the Ageing (COTA) Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria (SRV) has welcomed the state government’s announcement of free weekend public transport for older Victorians…
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Prostate cancer support groups flourish
Prostate cancer is a major threat to the health of Australian men. It’s the most commonly diagnosed cancer nationwide, with more than 70 men diagnosed…
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Community calendar
Ballroom dance Leopold Hall, Leopold Hall, 805-809 Bellarine Hwy, Saturday May 24, 7.30pm-11pm, $10 includes supper, music Annmarie Kelly. ■ 0419-463 306 Waurn Ponds Combined…
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Embracing Africa
Bantu African Fest is coming to Geelong to immerse the community in southern and western Africa’s culture, food, music, and dance. Geelong African organisation Bantu…
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Get a taste of Geelong
Tastes of Greater Geelong is back for its 14th year to celebrate the best of the region’s culinary creativity, kicking off with a winter wonderland.…
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Playing through the grief
Point Lonsdale musician, artist and disability advocate Bree-Arne Manley was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 20 years ago. She speaks with Jena Carr about her experience…
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Sport
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Tennis returns to winter conditions
It was a wet start to Saturday’s Junior Pennant, and it was definitely a return to winter tennis after a couple of weeks of glorious…
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Faster and more contests: Johnson
After coaching Yarrawonga to a premiership in the strong Ovens & Murray Football League in 2023 and runners-up in 2024, Steve Johnson is impressed with…
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Conroy, Considine book longboard classic spots
Ben Considine (Barwon Heads) and Bea Conroy (Point Lonsdale) have claimed top honours in the Open Men’s and Women’s divisions at Round 2 of the…
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Jez bags seven as Cats run riot
Jeremy Cameron has booted seven goals as Geelong blitzed Port Adelaide by 70 points despite Brownlow medallist Patrick Dangerfield being among five players suffering serious…
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Hamlyn Park treasures Triples premiership
Tennis Geelong’s Triples season wrapped with premierships across Section 2 through 6, a week after Moolap Two Phones Chol won their eighth premiership in Section…
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‘Heater’ game pays dividends for Giants
Geelong West Giants coach Greg Mellor said the decision to play former AFL star Heath Shaw on the weekend was made with consultation from the…
Entertainment
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Boogie time
With disco’s post-COVID rise in popularity, bands are tapping into the music’s infectious and feel-good energy. Sydney-based band Disco Revolution, which formed in Wollongong in…
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Blake leads comedy showcase
Funny man Brett Blake – described in his bio as ‘the man, the mullet, the legend’ – has been in the upper echelon of Australia’s…
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World class Celtic tunes
Virtuosic Celtic musician Rennie Pearson returns to Geelong this weekend, sharing tunes, stories and songs from Ireland, Scotland and the Canadian Maritimes at the Door…
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Journey through time
Jane Austen was born 250 years ago, with a new performance celebrating the life and works of the popular novelist near Geelong. Theatre of the…
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Experience rock’s untold history
Iconic Aussie band the Choirboys have seen it all in their more than 40 years in the music industry, and this weekend they will spill…
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Like father, like son
Being the child of a celebrity is not always easy; the constant exposure to the public eye, the weight of expectation and sharing a parent…
We Are Geelong
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A voice for reconcilliation
A vibrant community event to celebrate National Reconciliation Week 2025 will be held at Queenscliff next week. Reconciliation Queenscliffe will stage Voices for Reconciliation at…
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Easier access to healthcare
Women and gender-diverse people within Barwon South West can share their experiences accessing healthcare to better understand and address barriers in the region. Women’s Health…
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Pride Film Fest launches
Geelong’s biggest film festival has launched its 2025 program this week in a celebration of film excellence, diversity and representation. With more than 10 feature…
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Gendered violence: enough is enough
The Geelong community will rally next weekend to say no to violence against women following the killing of Kara Jade Weribone in Toowoomba last week.…
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IWD events across the Surf Coast
Events will occur across the Surf Coast this month in recognition of International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8. Surf Coast Shire Council will host…
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Empowering women through pageants
A North Geelong woman is using her position as a finalist in a national pageant to encourage men and women to break gender stereotypes. Abby…
More News
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ROAM set to light up the night
Something extraordinary is coming up in Geelong and we want all our region’s creative people to get involved. We’re calling for expressions of interest for…
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The MG3 Hybrid is a keeper
It was just six months ago that we tested the ‘new’ MG3 hatch. It was yellow of course. For a while there, they all seemed…
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Fatal collision at Moolap
Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a fatal collision in Moolap this afternoon. It is understood a brown Toyota Corolla and a white Mazda…
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Free weekend travel for seniors
Council on the Ageing (COTA) Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria (SRV) has welcomed the state government’s announcement of free weekend public transport for older Victorians…
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Prostate cancer support groups flourish
Prostate cancer is a major threat to the health of Australian men. It’s the most commonly diagnosed cancer nationwide, with more than 70 men diagnosed…
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Community calendar
Ballroom dance Leopold Hall, Leopold Hall, 805-809 Bellarine Hwy, Saturday May 24, 7.30pm-11pm, $10 includes supper, music Annmarie Kelly. ■ 0419-463 306 Waurn Ponds Combined…
Digital Editions