View in browser 27th September 2026

Sports update ‘Dad’s always with me’: Fopiani follows in legendary father’s flag footsteps The son of Frank Fopiani guided Newtown & Chilwell’s under-18 side to a flag, proving once again that, ‘You can’t stop the Fop’ — especially on GFNL grand final day. READ MORE   Watch: Ex-Hawk ‘not able to speak' after brutal GF head clash A former Hawthorn player was rushed to hospital after a horror collision that left him unable to speak. And play was stopped as he was taken from the the ground. Watch the incident... READ MORE   Teen star among new guard carrying on Towners’ flag legacy It was a mix of old and new who helped Newtown & Chilwell pull off a 10th A-grade premiership in 12 seasons on Friday, as rookie goal shooter Holly Adams-Alcock announced herse... READ MORE   Ultimate recap: Every GFNL grand final as it happened South Barwon has won its second reserves in three years by the skin of its teeth after a stirring St Mary’s comeback. Plus, Newtown & Chilwell are again the queens of A Grade n... READ MORE   ‘Not satisfied’: Flag heartbreak story’s two-year path to grand final redemption Few celebrated louder than water boy Lachy Peck when St Mary’s won the 2025 premiership. Two years since his ACL blow, he is striving to win an elusive senior flag. He reflects on ... READ MORE   News update Accused turns witness over $30k heist, gun theft allegations An accused Torquay gun thief has given a statement to the prosecution because he allegedly didn’t receive his share of the stolen $30,000, a court has heard. READ MORE   Plans for $21m aged care home in Geelong’s north Lovely Banks residents could soon have a $21m aged care facility on their doorstep, with Arcare’s plans now before Geelong council for approval. READ MORE