Cats' Kolodjashnij defence at centre of AFL probe

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1. New chair to guide Meli after founding leader steps down

   The inaugural chair who oversaw the creation of Meli has stepped down, with community leader Rob Birch appointed to lead the organisation into its next chapter. Chris Bowly has retired after almost a decade with Meli and its predecessor, Bethany Community Support, including steering the 2023 merger.

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2. Call for heritage champions

   The City of Greater Geelong has opened expressions of interest for new members to join its heritage advisory committee, which provides advice and recommendations on heritage preservation across Greater Geelong.

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3. Annual calendar competition calls for Greater Geelong’s best photos

   Entries have opened for the city's annual calendar photography competition, with the 2027 Geelong calendar themed 'Capture the Wonders of Greater Geelong' and open to photographers of all ages and experience levels.

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4. Three decades of sharing the joy of play

   The Surf Coast Toy Library is celebrating 30 years of service, growing from a small community initiative into a collection of about 1,400 toys that helps local families save money, reduce waste and connect through play.

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5. Emails between Cats, AFL at the centre of club’s Kolodjashnij defence

   Emails between the Cats and the AFL are at the centre of the club's Kolodjashnij defence, as AFL club doctors push for players to be able to voluntarily acknowledge the risks of taking the field when their future is clouded by repeated head injuries.

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