Bird flu fears grow as Geelong braces, Cats women eye finals

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1. Fears grow as bird flu moves closer to Geelong

   Wildlife rescuers and environmental groups are bracing for the arrival of bird flu in the Geelong region, fearing potentially devastating losses among local bird populations. The H5 strain has already reached Victoria, with the state's first case detected in a greater crested tern at Portland on 28.

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2. Inside the plan to establish a permanent fresh food market in Geelong

   A permanent fresh food market spanning more than 10,000sqm and attracting almost 1.5 million visitors a year could become a major new destination for Geelong under an ambitious proposal. The market would bring fresh produce, regional growers and food makers together with dining, hospitality and events.

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3. Cats women set sights on return to finals

   AFLW Geelong begins its 2026 AFLW campaign this weekend, with Amy McDonald saying the Cats have their sights set on finals from the outset. Geelong last qualified for finals in 2023, but McDonald believes the side is capable of going all the way this year.

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4. Jashn toasts successes of 15 years

   Two local sisters have taken the reins of one of Torquay's longest-running restaurants as it celebrates 15 years in town. Jashn Courtyard was established by Aditi and Rachit Kapoor in 2011 and has grown from a small curry house on Bell Street into one of Torquay's most recognisable dining names.

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5. Ammos refusing to ease up as finals pressure builds

   Geelong Amateur playing coach Kaityln Sheringham says there is no complacency among her undefeated side with just two games remaining of the home and away season. Ammos have been the standout Bellarine Football Netball League side all season with only one real scare, from Torquay in round 17.

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