About: Ellie Claringbold

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May 15, 2026

Around the Greens

STRONG scoring, a hole-in-one and several tightly contested monthly medal events highlighted another busy week of golf across the Surf Coast and Bellarine. At The...

May 14, 2026

Geelong’s biggest book pile? St Bernard’s prepares for 15,000-title fair

STAFF WRITER A collection of more than 15,000 books will take over the Clairvaux School Hall this Sunday as the St Bernard's Church annual book...

May 14, 2026

Redesign delays Apollo Bay harbour transformation

STAFF WRITER The long-awaited revitalisation of the Apollo Bay Harbour precinct is moving toward construction, but a significant redesign of the port depot has pushed...

May 11, 2026

‘Troubling trend’: vaccination rates fall for fifth year

CHILDHOOD vaccination rates in Australia have fallen for the fifth year in a row, according to new data that has local health experts concerned...

May 10, 2026

The 10-minute health check every Australian should have this month

Australians are being encouraged to set aside just ten minutes this month for a routine blood pressure check that could prevent serious long-term health...

May 8, 2026

Community leaders school up for carp summit

VICTORIAN Fisheries Authority chief executive Travis Dowling said the Murray Darling Carp Action Summit, co-hosted by the Australian River Restoration Centre, reflects growing community...

May 8, 2026

Around the Greens

AUTUMN conditions continued to deliver across the region, with calm weather early in the week giving way to welcome rain on Sunday and a...

May 8, 2026

Local partnership puts bounce in Geelong United competitions

STAFF WRITER GEELONG United Basketball has secured a new community partner, with local business Kennedys Group signing on to support grassroots competition across the region. The...

May 7, 2026

Surf Coast turns Saturday clash pink for breast cancer awareness

A top-of-the-table clash will draw the crowds to Wurdi Baierr this Saturday night, but for the Surf Coast Basketball Association, the focus reaches well...

May 7, 2026

Regatta tests sailors in changing conditions

STAFF WRITER MORE than 90 boats took to the water off Indented Head over the weekend for Sail Bellarine. Despite an uncertain forecast, Saturday produced ideal...

May 6, 2026

Global showdown: 33 nations confirmed for indoor bowls championship

STAFF WRITER A world-class field of competitors from 33 nations will gather in the region next week for a premier indoor bowling showcase. The Ocean Grove...

May 6, 2026

A ghost, a love story and a shot at the big screen

A ghost story filmed in Mount Duneed could be heading for the big screen. Geelong actor and filmmaker Cassidy Krygger is using her latest project,...

May 5, 2026

Geelong to host first large-scale careers expo in July

WHEN Geelong's new convention centre opens its doors in July, it will also host a first for the region: a large-scale careers expo bringing...

May 5, 2026

Inside a Britney Spears obsession: new play premieres

A NEW stage work exploring the intensity of modern fandom and the blurred lines between public figures and their private lives will premiere in...

May 3, 2026

Sister Act’s message of sisterhood still resonates – and so does its new lead

SARAHLOUISE Younger has spent years building a career in supporting roles. In Sister Act, she steps into the lead for the first time. The...

May 2, 2026

Privacy, views and modern luxury

TUCKED away in a quiet cul-de-sac, this much-loved coastal home is all about space, privacy and easy living. It's the kind of property families hold...

May 2, 2026

Spacious family living: 5 Alyxia Court, Torquay

POSITIONED in a sought-after, family-friendly pocket, 5 Alyxia Court is a spacious and light-filled home just moments from everything you need.   Within a short stroll...

May 2, 2026

Classic Kennett: 9 Cassidy Drive, Kennett River

A cracking corner block with 360-degree sun and views on offer, this original beach home has been held by one family for decades. The home...

May 2, 2026

Voluntary funding option proposed for local road projects

STAFF WRITER Surf Coast residents are being asked to weigh in on how the region manages its assets and who should foot the bill for...

May 1, 2026

Carp clog waterways while action lags

VRFISH have put out a press release on the issue of carp in Victoria. It is an issue that has long caused problems in...

May 1, 2026

Around the Greens

CLEAR skies and calm conditions helped deliver one of the strongest weeks of scoring across the region this season, with big fields and standout...

April 30, 2026

Gleeson’s rare milestone built on culture

TORQUAY Football Club coach Dom Gleeson will bring up his 200th game in charge this weekend, a rare achievement at any level of local...

April 27, 2026

Free RSV vaccines roll out for older Australians

RSV vaccinations will be free for older Australians from next month, with the federal government adding the protection to the national immunisation program ahead...

April 25, 2026

Creative family living with valley views: 115 Spring Valley Drive, Torquay

BATHED in natural light thanks to its desirable northerly aspect, this beautifully designed double-storey home in the sought-after Ocean Views Estate offers the perfect...