PM Edition: ‘Kids can kill’: Corio man allegedly slashed by machete after hit-an d-run

Email A Corio grandfather is calling for the state’s machete ban to be fast-tracked after a teen allegedly slashed him with the weapon, leaving him bloody and terrified, while fleeing a hit-and-run.

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PM Edition ‘Kids can kill’: Corio man allegedly slashed by machete after hit-and-run A Corio grandfather is calling for the state’s machete ban to be fast-tracked after a teen allegedly slashed him with the weapon, leaving him bloody and terrified, while fleeing a ... READ MORE   Bellarine pool plans approved as opening date confirmed Work on the $40m second stage of a project that will see an indoor pool built on the Bellarine is one step closer following the approval of design plans that have now been made pub... READ MORE   Social housing sites among six sales City Hall has in its sights Soon after Geelong council called for feedback on the sale of the former saleyards site, a further six addresses have been added to a list of properties City Hall is looking to off... READ MORE   Kilts and cabers: Geelong’s highland games bold return Geelong’s highland games is set for a spectacular revival in February 2026. After a five-year silence, the celebration of Celtic heritage and athleticism finds a new home in Bannoc... READ MORE   ‘Parts of her body bitten off’: Verdict in Winchelsea dog attack A magistrate has handed down her ruling on whether a pair of dogs owned by a father and son duo were responsible for a vicious and brutal mauling of a woman in Winchelsea. READ MORE   Flights diverted as Middle East tensions boil over Fresh attacks have caused chaos for travellers with airlines cancelling and diverting flights. See how Aussies will be affected. READ MORE   ‘Money is not a factor’: Gen Z forcing major workplace change Gen Z has revealed their latest demands when it comes to maintaining a work-life balance – and it will likely have a big impact on how Aussie workplaces operate. READ MORE   My baby dodged death and lost his hearing – you should see him now He was violently ill as a baby and now he is defying the odds. READ MORE   Newsletters Today's Paper +Rewards Want to change how you receive these emails? Manage your newsletter preferences or unsubscribe from this newsletter. Sent by the Geelong Advertiser, PO Box 14999 Melbourne, VIC 8001 Australia.