July 17, 2026
Committee for Geelong chief departs abruptly
Committee for Geelong chief executive Michael Johnston has abruptly resigned, ending his tenure at the region's peak advocacy body after almost four years. The organisation...
July 17, 2026
Queenscliff scores Jessica Mauboy pop-up performance
Jessica Mauboy will headline a surprise free live music event in Queenscliff next week, as Always Live extends its Victorian Vibes regional tour for...
July 17, 2026
Time to dust ’em old boots
LIKE it or loath it, you simply can't underestimate the impact a certain piano-themed bar has had on the Geelong entertainment nightlife over the...
July 17, 2026
Turn great ideas into reality
APPLICATIONS for the city's 2026–27 Community Grants are officially open, offering a fantastic opportunity to bring your next project to life. I am very eager...
July 16, 2026
Big names added to Queenscliff Music Festival bill
MATT Corby will return to the Bellarine this November after being unveiled on Thursday as the biggest addition to the Queenscliff Music Festival's growing...
July 14, 2026
Public gets last look at aqueduct
THE public will have a final opportunity to get up close to the historic Ovoid Sewer Aqueduct before demolition works begin. The guided tour forms...
July 12, 2026
Council signs external operator for new aquatic hub
BELGRAVIA Health and Leisure Group will operate the new Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre when it opens next year, after the Surf Coast...
July 10, 2026
Free V/Line travel after 24-hour rail shutdown: here’s when
Two days of free V/Line travel have been announced for regional passengers after this week's nationwide Telstra outage brought the state's regional rail network...
July 10, 2026
Investment in Winter Reserve supports Belmont Lions for decades
THE Belmont Lions are gearing up for the ‘mane’ event tomorrow to celebrate their newly upgraded pavilion at their Winter Reserve den. The pavilion has...
July 10, 2026
Your new favourite
EVERYONE loves a good ol' fashioned happy hour, and I think I've found my new favourite at The Birch in Newtown. Besides the obligatory drink...
July 10, 2026
Writers workshops to inspire the next great story
LOCAL writers will have the chance to sharpen their craft and connect with readers when the Local Word Writers Festival returns to Geelong next...
July 10, 2026
Silver reward for remarkable resilience
AFTER 16 months of setbacks, rehabilitation and sheer determination, Endurance Martial Arts athlete Chloe Williams has proven that persistence can be just as rewarding...
July 10, 2026
The tee up: this week in golf
STRONG scoring, a hole-in-one and several monthly medal winners headlined another busy week of golf across The Sands, Torquay and Anglesea. At The Sands, Darren...
July 10, 2026
Fishing clubs hook new funding opportunities
VICTORIAN angling clubs will have the opportunity to hook funding support to upgrade facilities, grow membership and expand community programs thanks to the third...
July 10, 2026
National brands back Geelong’s new running festival
THREE national companies have thrown their support behind Geelong's inaugural running festival, signing on as naming rights partners for the event's marquee races ahead...
July 8, 2026
V/Line shutdown extends into Thursday
Thousands of V/Line passengers face another day of disruption, with train services across the state's network cancelled through Thursday morning's peak. The extended shutdown follows...
July 8, 2026
New guide to showcase Surf Coast’s after-hours arts scene
VISITORS to this year's Surf Coast Arts Trail will be encouraged to stick around after dark, with a new guide highlighting live music, theatre...
July 6, 2026
Grants to help local ideas grow
COMMUNITY groups, clubs and not-for-profit organisations across the Surf Coast can now apply for grants of up to $3,000 through Surf Coast Shire's Quick...
July 5, 2026
Food relief demand shapes $1m grant round
A Geelong food relief service that has seen demand rise by 50 per cent over the past two years is among 23 organisations to...
July 4, 2026
Green light for long-awaited veterans’ hub
CONSTRUCTION will begin this month on a long-awaited veterans' support hub in Belmont, more than a year after it was originally expected to open. The...
July 4, 2026
116 Swanston Street, Geelong
PERFECTLY positioned in one of Geelong’s most convenient inner-city pockets, this beautifully presented residence delivers the ideal balance of character, space and low-maintenance living...
July 4, 2026
12 Beach View Crescent, Torquay
DISCOVER the allure of soaring ceilings, expansive floor-to-ceiling windows bathing each space in natural light, and breathtaking panoramic ocean views that stretch to the...
July 4, 2026
Geelong distillery earns innovation award
A Geelong distillery has been recognised for helping pioneer Australia's emerging agave spirits industry, taking out the innovation award at the 2026 Australian Distillers...
July 4, 2026
Thoughtful indoor-outdoor flow with parkside perks
METICULOUSLY crafted to enrich the coastal lifestyle of Torquay, this stunning single-level residence captures the spirit of contemporary parkside luxury. Designed for easy living without...
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