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Sports update Buddha’s back: Giant coaching coup, dual flag star returns to lead Lions A Geelong champion is returning to the senior coaching ranks, with Geelong West labelling it as one of the biggest signings in their history. Plus, another Leopold figure will help... READ MORE   ‘Didn’t really miss it’: Why cricket star focused on footy A VFL-listed defender turned forward has revealed the thinking behind the positional change that generated 26 goals from five games in the Bellarine while ‘parking’ first grade cri... READ MORE   Cat’s return 994 days in the making, trio to debut against Roos Geelong has received a big boost ahead of their season-opener against North Melbourne, a star forward making a long-awaited return after two seasons out of the game. READ MORE   ‘Disappointed’: Cougars feel heat of Blaze physicality in decider Geelong Cougars had no answers to North East Blaze’s physicality and pressure in Wednesday’s 23 & U VNL decider. But their coach is confident they can bounce back in 2027. READ MORE   Calls for cameras at council basketball venues to curb bad behaviour The region’s largest basketball association says the installation of new cameras at council venues would be a game-changer for stamping out anti-social behaviour. READ MORE   Primary student caught with syringes at Corio school Students at a school in Geelong’s north have potentially been exposed to dangerous needles after a Year 5 student brought syringes in their backpack. READ MORE   ‘Screaming for help’: Geelong dad’s rehab wait New figures reveal 438 Geelong residents are waiting for alcohol and drug treatment daily, as Victoria’s treatment waitlist hits a record high. READ MORE   News update