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...
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...
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...
‘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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
