Jigger discovered in Geelong
A ‘jigger’ found at Geelong racetrack in December is the subject of a Racing Victoria investigation. The device, which is designed to deliver an electric shock to a horse in an effort to improve performance, can’t be used under the Australian Rules of Racing. “We can confirm that Racing Victoria stewards are conducting an investigation into the circumstances that led to a hand-held battery device being discovered on a training track at Geelong Racecourse during December 2015,” Racing Victoria s..>> view originalGCA grand final bound
Richie Oliver in action during Melbourne Country Week. Picture: Steve TannerTHE Geelong Cricket Association made a narrow escape, recovering from a tense top-order collapse to book its place in Friday’s Melbourne Country Week final. The GCA, who was powering towards the decider after routing Bairnsdale for 93, was staring down the barrel of an embarrassing exit when it stumbled to 5-43.But English import Richie Oliver, the man who steered Geelong to victory in the opening two rounds with back-to..>> view originalPauline threatens action over lockout
Pauline Hanson addresses attendees at an anti-Islam Reclaim Australia rally.PAULINE Hanson has threatened to take legal action against venues which deny her One Nation party access on the basis of its political views. Speaking after the cancellation of a One Nation fundraiser planned for the Clifton Springs Golf Club on Valentine’s Day, Ms Hanson said she would not tolerate being discriminated against.Ms Hanson said she had been told the Bellarine Peninsula golf club had double-booked on the day..>> view originalWhat young Cat learned from Danger
NAKIA Cockatoo is hoping to learn more than a thing or two from Patrick Dangerfield this season.The electrifying 19-year-old from the Northern Territory is also hoping to play alongside the Cats’ big name recruit in the midfield.And he’s got reason to think he’s up to the task, with a standout performance in the club’s most recent 15-minute running test.“The first time I did (preseason) it was quite a shock, but the second time going around I just felt much more comfortable with the running,” Co..>> view originalOur best man caves?
FELLAS, put down those tools and stop eating that steak.We need to talk about the most manly thing known to man kind: the man cave.That special place you can retreat to, untouched by doilies and throw cushions. That part of your home where a built-in bar is more important than a built-in robe.Sure, water features and natural light have their place in the world, but so does the kind of place where the only light comes from a big-screen TV and the pool has four legs and a chalk cube dangling off o..>> view originalMentor learns from AFL best
Coach Chris Scott gets play underway in match simulation training. Picture: Peter RistevskiGEELONG coach Chris Scott says being entrenched in the International Rules program was one of the most rewarding experiences of his coaching career.Scott is a strong backer of the series, saying the opportunity to work alongside some of the AFL’s most astute minds was a better learning environment than any fact-finding mission to overseas sporting clubs.The 2011 premiership mentor formed part of a powerful..>> view originalNew Orleans flavour comes to Geelong
Pete Raimondo prepares for Mardi Gras at Lt Malop St bar Pistol Pete's. Picture: Mitch BearMARDI Gras is rolling into Geelong as a local blues bar celebrates the colourful carnival’s southern roots.Inspired by the success of last year’s debut, Pistol Pete’s owner Peter Raimondo is filling his restaurant with beads, live jazz, New Orleans beer and Creole food.“We’re focusing on the food, the music and the New Orleans part of it all,” Mr Raimondo said.Four themed nights will build up to a crescend..>> view originalRoundabout traffic 'like the West Gate'
Councillor Jock Irvine is holding a community meeting about the dangerous and congested roundabout in Breakwater. Picture: Mitch BearA GEELONG councillor wants to break the chokehold on a busy Geelong roundabout.Austin ward councillor Jock Irvine has called a public meeting this weekend to highlight the traffic backlog at the roundabout outside the Buckleys gaming venue in Breakwater.He says the intersection, which connects Boundary, Fellmongers, Townsend and St Albans roads, is frustrating for ..>> view originalSalvos fed up with uncharitable acts
Geelong Salvos are sick of illegal dumpers who leave a mess overnight.THE Salvos are spending $125,000 in tip fees for its North Geelong store each year as illegal dumping takes its toll. Staff at the Thompson Rd store, who are mostly volunteers, are spending their mornings cleaning up the mess of items that relentlessly appear overnight.Salvos Stores chief executive Matt Davis said Monday had been particularly bad.“Our team are spending two-three hours a day clearing (dumped goods) and that mea..>> view originalGeelong burger bosses say they're the best
Boss Burger Co on Pakington Street Geelong West. Picture: Mitch BearPANEL beater and cult food blogger Tim Harrison says his new burger joint is a little bit street.The self-appointed expert behind popular Instagram account Burgers of Geelong has opened a tasty venture on Pakington Street with the brothers from Launch Espresso.Boss Burger Co, which has been operating for two weeks, is a cool dimly-lit diner and bar fusion serving up Tim’s favourite meal.“I eat a lot of burgers. That’s what I do,..>> view original
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