Another concussion for fringe Cat, Scott’s faith in ‘frustrated’ ruck

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Sports update Another concussion for fringe Cat, Scott’s faith in ‘frustrated’ ruck Geelong is poised to welcome back some important players ahead of its grand final rematch. But a promising midfielder suffered his latest concussion after an incident at training. ... READ MORE   ‘Genuine club legend’: Footy club parts ways with senior coach A GDFNL club has parted ways with its senior coach after the opening five rounds of the season but the outgoing mentor has nothing but positives to say about the side. READ MORE   ‘Lucky I’ve got all my fingers’: Ugly kitchen blunder that left recruit hospitalised A seemingly innocuous kitchen mishap snowballed into a four-day hospital stint for James Worpel. The Cats signing then had to win his spot back in the VFL, just months after he sig... READ MORE   How ‘realistic’ and historic Suns are laying a platform for the future A historic maiden victory is in the books for the Surf Coast Suns with one player’s “sacrificial role” a key. But as co-coach Casey Carroll reveals, riding the “ebbs and flows” is ... READ MORE   Footy club reveals financial and vandalism challenges A resurgent GFNL club has outlined the eye-watering figure it costs to keep the doors open as it seeks a major sponsor and deals with recent vandalism. READ MORE   Federal govt funds Geelong biosecurity hub upgrade, City Deal Geelong’s biosecurity hub will receive an undisclosed capital upgrade – kept secret to protect the government’s contract negotiating position – followed by $38m annually. READ MORE   Geelong region set for $750m community project funding boost Geelong communities face a funding windfall as the government extends multiple programs worth hundreds of millions until the decade’s end. READ MORE   Chalmers budget delivers major CSIRO investment for Geelong, not much else Jim Chalmers’ “most ambitious budget in decades” has unsurprisingly delivered minimal new spending for Geelong, writes Luke Griffiths. READ MORE   Your capital his gain: Lying Jim gouges Aussies in shock budget move Labor has broken its promise and announced sweeping changes to the capital gains tax discount and negative gearing in a controversial move that will raise tens of billions of dolla... READ MORE   News update 1200+ homes lose power after Lara crash More than 1200 Lara residents have been left without power after a car crash sparked a major blackout. READ MORE   ‘Relief’: Mum’s shock reply to terminal diagnosis A mother’s “stomach pain” dismissed by doctors has turned into a terminal cancer diagnosis with devastating consequences for her autistic daughter. READ MORE   Geelong’s ‘Hogwarts’ orphanage hits the market A restored historic Common School next door could provide inspiration on how to turn this Gothic landmark into a luxury private home. READ MORE   See the photos: Ocean Grove hosts World Indoor Bowls championship Ocean Grove is hosting the World Indoor Bowls championship. See the photos here. READ MORE   Theatre tech loses unfair dismissal claim over Epworth drinking photo A hospital technician’s bid to prove workplace drinking photos were “altered” has spectacularly backfired, with Fair Work upholding his dismissal. READ MORE   ‘I tell stories’: Geelong names best nail artist 2026 One nail technician has absolutely dominated Geelong’s beauty scene, named the region’s best for 2026. Watch the video to see what makes her work stand out. READ MORE   Vale Digger: Devoted GFNL figure’s ‘extraordinary impact’ recognised Geelong league life member Ray ‘Digger’ Digby has been remembered after serving with dedication and enthusiasm in a range of roles at St Mary’s Sporting Club. READ MORE   VIDEO: Bike hoon does burn-outs in Geelong CBD at peak hour A motorcyclist has repeatedly hooned through the centre of Geelong’s CBD at high speed, revving loudly and doing burn-outs during peak-hour traffic on Tuesday. SEE THE VIDEO READ MORE   Kids activity studio plans revealed for Pakington St A children’s activity studio offering science experiments and robotics workshops could open on Pakington Street, promising local employment opportunities. READ MORE   Prolific Colac burglar learns fate for $80,000+ theft spree A serial burglar who robbed a store just hours before he was due to face court for another theft came undone when a police chopper spotted him hiding in reeds beside the Barwon Riv... READ MORE   Newsletters Today's Paper Want to change how you receive these emails? Manage your preferences or unsubscribe from Addy Footy Fix newsletter. Sent by the Geelong Advertiser, PO Box 14999 Melbourne, VIC 8001 Australia.