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Sports update BPCA signing tracker: all the ins, outs and coaching appointments A BPCA premiership-winning captain-coach has stepped down as senior mentor as a number of Geelong outfits chase his services as a player. READ MORE   ‘All day, every day’: Local footballer opens up on gambling issues At his lowest ebb, a local footballer had to fight the urge to end his life after years of relentless betting came to a head. Now, he’s using that traumatic experience to help othe... READ MORE   ‘Transformation’: Young Cat opens up on Baz’s growth as Stengle returns One of Geelong’s brightest young stars has revealed how Bailey Smith has incorporated some of his off-field philosophies which have brought “so much peace and joy” to go to another... READ MORE   ‘Stepping stone’: How Portarlington has emerged as big improver Portarlington has emerged as one of the region’s most improved netball sides this season after a fast start to 2026. Coach Guy McCleish details the rise as a young gun puts on a sh... READ MORE   Death, taxes and GFNL blowouts: Sad reality of proud comp It seems there are three certainties in Geelong as even matches between contenders border on uncompetitive in the region’s premier competition. We delve into the alarming results. READ MORE   News update Torquay kindergartens probed over alleged sexualised behaviour Authorities are investigating reports of child to child sexual touching at two Torquay kindergartens. READ MORE   Man pleads guilty over 15yo’s imprisonment and torture A teenager was tortured for 12 hours in Norlane on the eve of Anzac Day. One of those behind the brutal assault has admitted to his crimes. READ MORE   Geelong Grammar lists Bostock House campus