Geelong's 1980s BMX Scene Captured in Rare Photos
Rediscover Geelong's electric 1980s BMX scene through stunning archival photos. See how local tracks and riders fuelled a global sporting phenomenon. Dive into the history!
Rediscover Geelong's electric 1980s BMX scene through stunning archival photos. See how local tracks and riders fuelled a global sporting phenomenon. Dive into the history!
The Montgomery brothers win VCAT appeal for a Lara warehouse, overcoming council and resident objections about explosion risks from nearby gas pipelines. Read the full ruling details.
East Belmont snatched a last-ball win over Grovedale, while Luke Ford's century powered St Peters to victory in a dramatic Round 9 of GCA1 cricket. Get all the scores and highlights.
A Geelong man known as 'Catman' is heartbroken after a fire destroyed his unique Catcave sanctuary. The community is rallying to support him. Read the full story.
A new report forecasts a 30% price surge for crocodile skins by 2026, driven by high demand and production costs. Learn what this means for the luxury goods market.
A sophisticated criminal gang used 'canbus' tools to steal 60 Toyotas worth $9 million, hiding them in shipping containers bound for the UAE. Seven foreign nationals face over 300 charges.
A severe storm cut short racing at the Australian Skiff Championships on Lake Macquarie, causing broken masts. Over 100 crews are competing this week. Read more.
A 33-year-old man has died after a crash on the Eyre Highway following a police operation involving an allegedly stolen vehicle. Read the full details of the incident.
Geelong's property market has started 2025 with solid auction activity. See the latest sales results and which suburbs are performing strongly.
A 28-year-old man is under police guard in hospital after a pursuit of an allegedly stolen car ended in a crash on Reservoir Rd, Blacktown. Both drivers sustained minor injuries. Investigations continue.
A jack-up barge has positioned itself off Nine Mile Beach, signalling the start of complex offshore works for the Belmont Desalination Plant. The project will secure the Lower Hunter's water future.
A Mount Gambier man is in hospital with serious injuries after allegedly crashing a stolen Toyota Land Cruiser near Truro. Police tracked the vehicle after a tip-off from the public. Read the latest details.
A City of Belmont residents' group has labelled annual electors' meetings a 'complete waste of time', questioning council engagement after low attendance and over 20 motions were presented. Read more on the local democracy debate.
A dramatic police chase across Brisbane ended with a rooftop standoff after an alleged car thief was confronted by a naked homeowner. Two men are now in custody.
A stolen vehicle pursuit in Brisbane culminated in a tense rooftop standoff, with police arresting a bloodied, shirtless man after negotiations. Watch the dramatic footage.
A 17-year-old girl faces 10 charges after allegedly stealing a car, leading police on a pursuit, and filming the crime for social media in South Nowra. Read the full story.
Three teenagers face multiple charges after an alleged armed carjacking and dramatic police chase through Melbourne's southeast. The 76-year-old victim was unharmed. Read the full details.
The Port Stephens Outrigger Canoe Club is devastated after thieves stole a vital $14,000 custom-built trailer, stranding their canoes and jeopardising their entire competition season.
WA Police are investigating if a ram-raid at Kabul Cafe in Perth is connected to the escalating tobacco wars. The incident involved a stolen ute and a stolen car. Read the latest.
Thieves stole life-size Lego figures of Mary and Baby Jesus from a Nelson Bay church's nativity display on Christmas Day, disappointing the local community. The figures were later partially returned.
A 39-year-old Geraldton man is due in court after allegedly using a stolen car to ram-raid a Beechboro cafe on Christmas morning, then fleeing police. Read the full details.
A Cairns grandmother refuses to let alleged thieves ruin Christmas after a brazen burglary saw presents and cars stolen. Her story of resilience is a powerful reminder of the true holiday spirit.
A dramatic police operation in Cairns ended after a man fled into crocodile-prone Trinity Inlet. The incident involved a stolen vehicle and a tense standoff. Read the full details.
Police have released CCTV footage after firearms were stolen from a Blandford property. Two people are charged, with more arrests expected. The 78-year-old firearm owner also faces charges.
A Cairns teen driver ran from a stolen car crash in Mooroobool, leaving his friend with near-fatal injuries. The court heard details of the shocking incident.
Australians are warned as 'porch pirates' target Christmas parcels, with 1 in 100 packages lost or stolen. Experts reveal how to protect your gifts this holiday season.
Queensland Police are searching for multiple offenders following a brazen weekend crime spree involving stolen vehicles, a hit-and-run and an armed carjacking across Brisbane, Logan and Ipswich.
A dramatic final round before the Christmas break saw City snatch top spot, a teen prodigy return with a ton, and a rare reverse outright in Newcastle's first-grade cricket.
Geelong's real estate market finished strong with a 79% clearance rate in the final auctions before Christmas. Discover which suburbs saw the biggest sales.
A jack-up barge has positioned itself off Nine Mile Beach, signalling the start of complex offshore works for the Belmont Desalination Plant. The project will secure the Lower Hunter's water future.