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The Geelong Advertiser is a daily newspaper published in Geelong, Victoria, Australia. It is the oldest continuously published newspaper in regional Australia, having been first published in 1840. The newspaper is owned by News Corp Australia and is part of the Herald and Weekly Times group.

The Geelong Advertiser covers local news, sport, and business from the Geelong region. It also provides national and international news coverage. The newspaper is published in print and online.

History

The Geelong Advertiser was first published on 1 January 1840 by Robert Dougal. The newspaper was originally called the Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer. In 1848, the newspaper was renamed the Geelong Advertiser.

The Geelong Advertiser has been published continuously since 1840, making it the oldest continuously published newspaper in regional Australia. The newspaper has survived a number of challenges over the years, including financial difficulties and competition from other newspapers.

Ownership

The Geelong Advertiser is owned by News Corp Australia. News Corp Australia is a subsidiary of News Corp, a global media and entertainment company. News Corp Australia also owns a number of other newspapers in Australia, including the Herald Sun and The Australian.

Content

The Geelong Advertiser covers local news, sport, and business from the Geelong region. It also provides national and international news coverage. The newspaper has a strong focus on local issues and provides in-depth coverage of local events.

The Geelong Advertiser is also known for its sports coverage. The newspaper has a dedicated sports section that covers local, national, and international sports.

Circulation

The Geelong Advertiser has a circulation of approximately 30,000 copies per day. The newspaper is distributed throughout the Geelong region and is also available online.

Awards

The Geelong Advertiser has won a number of awards over the years, including:

* Victorian Country Press Association Newspaper of the Year (2017)

* Australian Regional Media Awards Newspaper of the Year (2016)

* Walkley Award for Best Regional Newspaper (2015)

The Geelong Advertiser is a trusted and respected source of news and information for the Geelong region. The newspaper has a long history of providing high-quality journalism and is an important part of the local community.