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21st August 2025

News Update

Geelong crook shot at a house to intimidate a witness

A thug agreed to help his mate avoid jail by rocking up to a Lalor house and firing shots to intimidate a witness ahead of a court hearing.

Relegated VAFA club confirms coaching change

A VAFA club has confirmed it will have a new coach for next season parting ways with its mentor of two years.

How to play footy without an ACL

A torn ACL usually means season over but not for Thomastown’s Aaron D’Angelo. He details how, after a short recovery, he played on for the rest of the local footy season.

‘Gap is closing’: Heidelberg United the Cupset king

Heidelberg United is the Australia Cup “Cupset” king after disposing of Wellington Phoenix and coach John Anastasiadis believes the gap is closing between NPL and A-League clubs.

Picture perfect: Victoria’s 2025 Book Week kicks off

From wizards and superheroes to storybook classics — Victoria’s 2025 Book Week is bringing beloved characters to life. See all the action in pictures.

Fitzroy Stars’ big change in premiership push

Fitzroy Stars coach Neville Jetta reveals a key change to the club’s finals preparation and the big guns set to make a difference.

Why scoreboard doesn’t tell full tale of Kilmore victory

For the second time in eight days Kilmore has pipped Kinglake but coach Paul Derrick says the scoreboard doesn’t tell the whole tale, while Laurimar thumps Ivanhoe.

Ton up! Barden reveals pressure of 100 goals

After becoming the first player to kick 100 goals in the Northern league since 2017, Macleod’s Darcy Barden reflects on his phenomenal achievement.

Geelong crook shot at a house to intimidate a witness

A thug agreed to help his mate avoid jail by rocking up to a Lalor house and firing shots to intimidate a witness ahead of a court hearing.

Bayside councillors back talks on new Cheltenham Golf Club lease

A packed Bayside council meeting erupted in cheers as councillors voted to begin public talks on the future of Cheltenham Golf Club’s lease — despite petitions from rival clubs to ...