Geelong Junior Country Week 2026 Top Performers Revealed
Discover the standout young cricketers from the Geelong Junior Country Week 2026 tournaments. We highlight the top performers in the Under-13, Under-15, and Under-17 age groups. Read more!
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Doug Walters Guest Speaker at New Waurn Ponds Cricket Ground
Australian cricket icon Doug Walters will be the guest speaker at a special match to inaugurate a new Waurn Ponds ground named in his honour. Don't miss this historic event!
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.
England Player Ratings from SCG Ashes Test
A comprehensive breakdown of every England player's performance in the drawn Sydney Ashes Test. See who starred and who struggled at the SCG.
Cricket club's $20k net lights powered by Toyota raffle
Lane Cove Cricket Club's new $20,000 net lights, funded by the Toyota Good for Cricket raffle, are transforming pre-season training and community access. See how the initiative has raised $120k.
Melbourne police release CCTV in search for creep, temple thieves
Victoria Police have released CCTV in two separate Melbourne investigations: a cyclist's inappropriate assault on a walking trail and a brazen temple robbery. Know the latest.
Boland's SCG Bowling Record Unmatched in Century
Scott Boland's stunning average at the Sydney Cricket Ground has reached a historic low of 12, a feat not bettered for 134 years. Discover the stats behind the Victorian seamer's dominance. Read more.
England's fielding woes continue with dropped catches in Sydney
England's horror day in the field at the SCG sees Travis Head capitalise on a dropped catch to reach 162*, while the tourists waste crucial DRS reviews. Read the full Ashes Day 3 analysis.
McGrath Foundation's Ambitious Pink Test Fundraising Target
The McGrath Foundation urges Australians to support its most ambitious Pink Test goal yet: selling 480,000 Virtual Pink Seats to fund nurses for 8,000 families facing cancer.
Rifle-Wielding Police at SCG for Ashes Finale
Armed police with longarm rifles will be a visible presence at the Sydney Cricket Ground for the final Ashes Test. Authorities say there is no specific threat, but security is ramped up to reassure the public. Read more.
GCA Clubs' Key Improvements and X-Factors for 2026
A deep dive into what each Geelong Cricket Association club must work on and their potential game-changers ahead of the 2026 season. Discover the local cricket insights.
SCG pitch unveiled with heavy grass for fifth Ashes Test
The SCG pitch for the fifth Ashes Test has been unveiled, showing a heavy covering of live grass. Australia leads the series 2-1. Get the latest details on the crucial Sydney surface.
Geelong Cricket Club's Dowling Shield Squad Profiled
Meet the rising stars of Geelong Cricket Club's Dowling Shield squad. Discover the young talent aiming for victory in the prestigious under-16 competition. Get the full team list and insights.
Chicken poo fire triggers major emergency in Waurn Ponds
A massive fire involving 100 tonnes of chicken manure sparked a major emergency response in Waurn Ponds, Geelong. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours. Read the full story.
Geelong Junior Country Week Cricket Teams Selected
The Geelong Cricket Association has unveiled its talented junior squads for the 2024 Country Week carnival. Discover which local stars will represent the region in Melbourne.
ICC rates MCG pitch 'unsatisfactory' after Ashes Test
The ICC has delivered a damning 'unsatisfactory' rating for the MCG pitch after the chaotic second Ashes Test. Find out what this means for the iconic venue's future.
Rocchiccioli in Frame for Scorchers Debut on Spin Pitch
The spin-friendly wicket at the SCG has Perth Scorchers considering a debut for young off-spinner Corey Rocchiccioli. Get the full team news and analysis.
England Player Ratings From Ashes Boxing Day Test Victory
England ended a long Ashes drought in Melbourne. We rate every player's performance from the crucial Boxing Day Test victory. Read the full analysis.
MCG curator shocked by two-day Ashes Test
MCG head curator Matt Page reveals his shock after the 2023 Boxing Day Ashes Test ended in just two days. He details the pitch preparation and the unexpected result.
England's Two-Day Test Win Hits Cricket Australia Financially
England's historic two-day Boxing Day Test victory ends a 15-year drought in Australia and delivers a multi-million dollar financial hit to Cricket Australia due to lost match days. Read the full analysis.
Boxing Day Ashes Test Sets Australian Cricket Crowd Record
A record 94,199 fans flocked to the MCG for the Boxing Day Ashes Test, the biggest crowd for a day of cricket in Australia. England finally showed fight, bowling Australia out for 152. Read the full story.
Qantas pays $40m to sacked ground staff after court ruling
More than 1800 Qantas workers will receive part of a $40 million payout after a Federal Court found their pandemic sacking was illegal. Justice Michael Lee ordered the payment, marking the end of a five-year legal battle.
Expanded police search powers for Geelong areas
Victoria Police granted new powers to stop and search without warrant in Geelong CBD, Corio, and Waurn Ponds to combat knife crime and public violence. The 12-month order starts April 26.
Cricket 26 review: A serviceable innings, not a classic
Big Ant Studios' latest cricket sim, Cricket 26, is a functional but familiar experience. We review its career mode, glitches, and whether it's worth buying for Aussie fans.
T20 Summer Bash Kicks Off Under Lights in Singleton
The Newcastle District Cricket Association's premier T20 competition, the Summer Bash, begins Friday night in Singleton. Featuring 15 teams, local heroes like Nathan Hudson, and past international stars.
SA craftsman's bat swings in Ashes opener for Weatherald
South Australian bat maker Jack Konnis shares the emotion of seeing his handmade creation used by Jake Weatherald in the Ashes. His latest work is now headed to the Gabba.
Devine leads Scorchers to vital WBBL win over Renegades
Perth Scorchers captain Sophie Devine delivered a stunning all-round performance, scoring 40 and taking 4-25 to defeat Melbourne Renegades by 30 runs. The win boosts the Scorchers' finals hopes and net run rate. Read the full match report.
WACA asks for 10-year, $2.5m rate exemption from council
The WACA's CEO has formally requested a 10-year exemption from council rates, worth an estimated $2.5 million, to aid the historic ground's financial future. Read the full story.
Man charged over alleged train station assault on disabled woman
Geelong police charge man and arrest teenager following alleged assault on disabled woman at Waurn Ponds station. Community urged to report information.
St Joseph's bowler Austin Humphrey claims five-wicket haul
St Joseph's bowler Austin Humphrey delivers stunning five-wicket performance against Grovedale in Geelong Cricket Association. Read the full match analysis.
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