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1. Geelong teen discovers basketball’s universal language in Seoul

   Geelong rising star Jade Chow has returned from an eye-opening international tour of South Korea, testing herself against senior professional opposition as part of a Victorian select women's basketball squad. The 15-year-old, who plays locally for Try Boys and Geelong United, was part of the touring team.

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2. Market Square acquisition back in focus ahead of state election

   A renewed push for the state government to compulsorily acquire Market Square could hinge on plans to turn part of the site into public open space, according to Geelong property expert Gareth Kent of Preston Rowe Paterson.

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3. Former Bellarine basin transformed into native habitat

   A former water basin on the Bellarine has opened to the public after being transformed into more than 30ha of native habitat and open space. Murrk Ngubitj Yarram Yaluk, at the corner of Grubb and Swan Bay roads in Wallington, is now open during daylight hours.

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4. Community at heart of Deans Marsh pub revival

   After almost eight years without its local pub, Deans Marsh has one again, revived with plenty of help from the community it was built to serve. Max Stone took ownership of Martians Saloon in December last year, despite having never run a business before.

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5. Rego rebate extended as millions cash in

   Victorians have been given another month to save on their car registration, with the state's registration rebate extended until 31 August. Since 1 June, motorists have been able to claim a 20 per cent rebate on vehicle registration fees through Service Victoria.

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