Copper Rally to Drive Down Sandfire Resources Debt
Strong copper prices are set to accelerate debt reduction for Sandfire Resources as it completes a major overhaul of its Motheo mine in Botswana. Read the full analysis.
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Defunct Canberra soccer club leaves $627,000 shortfall
Liquidator's report reveals Gungahlin United FC owes $682,000 with only $55,000 in assets, leaving players, parents and government out of pocket. Read the full breakdown of the Canberra football collapse.
Coalition accused of hypocrisy on hate speech laws
Readers blast Coalition MPs for campaigning to weaken hate speech laws while criticising Albanese on anti-Semitism. Plus, Gaza editorial, ACT debt, and fireworks debate.
Secret Pyramid Collapse Docs Expose Geelong Chaos
Secret government documents unsealed reveal the chaotic collapse of Geelong's Pyramid Building Society in 1990, exposing a frantic cover-up. Read the full investigation.
McArthur backs new Liberal leader Jess Wilson
Veteran MP Bev McArthur throws her support behind Jess Wilson as the new Victorian Liberal leader, praising her vision and connection to the Geelong community. Read the full story.
Federal policies blamed for ACT's deepening financial crisis
Canberra's financial pressures are a direct result of federal funding models and planning restrictions, not local mismanagement. Experts argue the system is broken. Read the full analysis.
Calls for Barr Government to reset priorities over failures
Canberra residents demand the ACT Government uses the holiday break to reassess after costly light rail delays, Phillip Pool changes and rising debt. Read the full letters to the editor.
Trump's Greenland envoy sparks Santa conspiracy theory
Canberra Times readers debate Trump's Greenland envoy, ACT pool closures, budget debt, and flag displays in a lively letters section. Read the full community discussion.
Geelong principals retire after decades of service
Barwon Valley School and Oberon High School principals retire, marking the end of a combined 75 years in education. Read about their legacies and the search for successors.
Government's failure on budget reform to cost Australians
Australian governments are squandering a perfect opportunity for budget repair, risking higher interest rates and a weaker economy. Find out why political inaction will hit your wallet.
Geelong's Duxes Choose Their University Paths
Discover where Geelong's brightest 2023 graduates are heading to university and the factors shaping their crucial decisions for the future.
Driver killed in milk truck crash near Lang Lang
A driver has died after a collision with a milk truck on the South Gippsland Highway near Lang Lang. The truck driver was hospitalised. Major road closures are in place.
Aureka nails new gold structure at Victorian project
Aureka Limited has discovered a new mineralised structure with visible gold at its Comstock project in Victoria, boosting its near-term production potential. Read the full story.
Monday's Geelong Magistrates' Court Listings
A full list of individuals scheduled to appear at the Geelong Magistrates' Court on Monday, December 22. Stay informed on local legal proceedings.
Myki Fare Hikes to Cost Commuters Extra $104 a Year
Victorian public transport fares will increase from 2026, with regular commuters facing up to $104 in extra annual costs. Learn the new Myki prices and the government's weekend travel relief.
Geelong bar owner Andy Pobjoy bids for Liberal preselection
Andy Pobjoy, owner of Geelong's Piano Bar, announces his bid for Liberal Party preselection in the seat of Corangamite. Discover his platform and local political ambitions.
Accused Melbourne stabber's bail revoked, returns to prison
Lauren Darul, accused of stabbing chef Wan Lai in Melbourne's CBD, has had bail revoked and will return to prison. The Supreme Court cited changed medical circumstances.
Geelong Court Appearances for Friday, December 19
A summary of cases heard at the Geelong Magistrates' Court on Friday, December 19. Details on charges, outcomes, and key legal proceedings from the day's docket.
ACT faces $1bn interest bill, credit downgrade warning
The ACT's Auditor-General warns urgent action is needed to fix the territory's budget, with annual interest payments set to hit $1 billion. Read the full report on the fiscal crisis.
Search for missing SA fisherman called off after friend's body found
Hope fades for Victorian families after a water search for a missing fisherman off Cape Jaffa was suspended. The body of his friend was recovered earlier. Police urge public vigilance.
Daniel Andrews in hospital with mysterious illness
Former Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has been admitted to Monash Clayton Hospital. Sources report conflicting details on his condition, including a possible stroke. Get the latest.
MYEFO reveals debt burden for next generation
Treasurer Jim Chalmers' Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook forecasts deficits for a decade, with today's primary school children set to pay off a national debt nearing $1 trillion. Read the analysis.
Social housing plan for Bannockburn seeks state approval
Catholic Care Victoria has submitted plans for a new 30-unit social housing development in Bannockburn. The project aims to address the critical shortage of affordable homes in the Golden Plains region.
Who Appeared at Geelong Magistrates' Court Tuesday
A summary of all matters heard at the Geelong Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, December 16. Stay informed on local legal proceedings.
Victoria passes adult sentencing laws for violent youth
Victorian teens aged 14+ now face adult courts and life sentences for serious violent crimes under new 'Adult Time' laws. Premier Allan says jail is more likely.
Shannon Noll reveals heartbreaking debt after Idol fame
Australian Idol star Shannon Noll opens up about the financial hardship and family farm debt he faced after the show, despite his platinum-selling music career. Read his full story.
Wanneroo Clears $740k in Historical Library Fines
The City of Wanneroo has forgiven over $740,000 in old library fees, clearing the slate for 13,521 members. Mayor Linda Aitken urges residents to return and explore their fine-free local libraries.
Family 'disappointed' with teen killer's 17-year sentence
The family of murdered Melbourne doctor Ashley Gordon say they are 'disappointed' his teenage killer could be free in 12 years. Read their emotional court reaction.
Geelong's Top NAPLAN Schools for 2025 Revealed
The 2025 NAPLAN results are in, ranking every Geelong and Surf Coast school. See which local institutions excelled and how the region performed nationally.
Brown Brothers Winery: Perfect Victorian Destination
Discover Brown Brothers winery in Milawa, a historic King Valley estate offering romantic flights, hatted dining, and family fun. The perfect Victorian day trip.
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