View in browser 14th October 2026

Sports update The Top 40 Colac South West Cricket players to watch From returning and new UK imports, emerging young guns and established stars, these are the cricketers set to have a big impact this summer. READ MORE   ‘No doubt’: Why overlooked Tigers father-son can still reach AFL ranks The son of a Richmond best-and-fairest winner won’t be nominated as a father-son prospect, but his coach is confident he has the tools to be drafted this year or in the future. READ MORE   ‘Weren’t far off’: Dragons ready to go to next level in finals bid North Geelong’s women’s A-grade defence got off to a winning form, but it was Bell Park who sounded an early warning it has finals on its mind this summer with a thrilling win over... READ MORE   120+ PHOTOS: Geelong’s cricket stars sizzle in summer openers Geelong cricketers rejoiced sunny skies over the weekend, as the region banked its first games of the summer. From juniors to women’s, all the way up to Premier Cricket, there was ... READ MORE   ‘Left a mark’: Ex-Cats coach opens up on Lara recess New Barwon Heads mentor Brett Henderson reveals how he dealt with the disappointment of his senior GFNL team going into recess in 2026 and his motivation for joining the Seagulls. READ MORE   News update ‘I could feel myself dying’: Survivor fights for public DV register A Google search found nothing. A public register might have changed everything. Now, a Newcomb domestic violence survivor is fighting to bring Ireland’s Jennie’s Law to Australia. READ MORE   Geelong mayor makes case for another two-year term Geelong’s mayoral race has tightened, with incumbent Stretch Kontelj seeking a second term as first-term councillor Rowan Story emerges as a rival contender. READ MORE