About: Ellie Claringbold

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April 25, 2026

Demand grows for Torquay’s newest business hub

STRONG early demand is driving momentum at Hendricks Business Park, with buyers moving quickly to secure a foothold in one of the Surf Coast's...

April 24, 2026

Supporting the moments that bring us together

WE often talk about the importance of staying connected, especially as we age, and with feelings of loneliness on the rise across the region,...

April 24, 2026

Empire of the future

ASK anyone in Geelong what some of the continually running staple or landmark dining venues have been in the city over the past 40+...

April 24, 2026

Geelong lands first pro MMA cage event

MATT WILLIAMS Owner, Bones MMA THE cat's out of the bag: for the first time Geelong will host professional mixed martial arts inside the cage, a...

April 24, 2026

Struggling at the boat ramp? This Geelong clinic can help

BOAT owners looking to build confidence at the ramp will have the chance to learn from the experts at a free reversing clinic in...

April 24, 2026

2404 Around the Greens

A full week of competition across the Bellarine and Surf Coast delivered strong scoring, standout individual moments and a steady run of pennant action,...

April 20, 2026

Former disability sector chief takes the reins at Cultura

A GEELONG multicultural organisation has finally secured a permanent leader, ending a challenging search that saw an initial appointment fall through last year. Cultura announced...

April 18, 2026

Nostalgia shapes winter interiors

Richer, more nostalgic interiors are emerging as a defining trend this winter, as colour palettes move away from summer's brightness and into deeper, more...

April 18, 2026

Remarkable architect’s residence: 22 Murnong Circuit, Torquay

Designed by renowned architect Lachlan Shepherd as his personal residence, this striking home blends modern coastal style with practical family living.   Torterra House has been...

April 18, 2026

Rare holding at the foot of Mount Moriac: 2125 Barrabool Road, Mount Moriac

PERFECTLY positioned at the foot of Mount Moriac with long sealed Barrabool Road frontage situated under 10 minutes from the Moriac store and primary...

April 17, 2026

Snobs Creek Hatchery open day

THE Victorian Fisheries Authority will again open the gates to its Snobs Creek Hatchery next month, offering a chance for the public to step...

April 17, 2026

Around the greens

BLUSTRY conditions and packed fields made for a lively stretch of competition across the region's courses, with strong scores and standout moments emerging from...

April 17, 2026

Torquay’s Italian scene just got more interesting

ITALIANO fresco arriva (in) Torquay. Excuse my above Italian, it's not meant to offend. From the (limited) time I've spent in Italy, I'm confident it...

April 16, 2026

A private rural retreat on the Bellarine: 671-719 Banks Road, Marcus Hill

Peaceful, private and perfectly positioned, this breathtaking 21.74ha (53.72-acre) property in the heart of the Bellarine Peninsula offers a rare lifestyle opportunity that beautifully...

April 15, 2026

Young founder bridging digital gap

AT an age when most teenagers are still figuring out their first job, Ocean Grove's Toby is already running a growing business, built from...

April 14, 2026

The ultimate Cats game day upgrade

ATTENDING the football at GMHBA Stadium is one of the most exciting experiences available for any fan: hearing the roar of the crowd and...

April 11, 2026

Coastal country living: 231 Grossmans Road, Torquay

A rare blend of coastal outlook and country scale, this remarkable lifestyle property delivers space, privacy and architectural intent just minutes from the heart...

April 11, 2026

A rare lifestyle retreat: 55 Shaws Road, Little River

SET on an impressive 5-acre holding, 55 Shaws Road, Little River delivers a rare lifestyle opportunity combining privacy, functionality and modern comfort in a...

April 10, 2026

Combat Corner

MATT WILLIAMS Owner, Bones MMA   There’s a rising tide building for Muay Thai in Australia, and this weekend it surges into the Melbourne Showgrounds. For the first...

April 10, 2026

Ruthie Foster returns at the height of her powers

GRAMMY Award-winning US singer-songwriter Ruthie Foster will return to Australia this autumn, with a Geelong performance locked in for 2 May at the Geelong...

April 9, 2026

Storages slump, desal flows to support Geelong

A sharp drop in Geelong's water storages has prompted a major desalinated water order to help top up supplies. The Victorian government has ordered 150...

April 8, 2026

Four in a row: APCO leads customer satisfaction ratings

FUEL retailer APCO has been recognised as Australia's most satisfying petrol and service station brand for the fourth consecutive year. The family-owned company took out...

April 6, 2026

Hussein back in fight for Polwarth

Torquay’s Hutch Hussein will again contest Polwarth for Labor, securing preselection ahead of November’s state election as the party eyes a breakthrough in one...

April 5, 2026

Writers festival debut to bring national authors to Surf Coast

The Surf Coast will host one of Australia's most recognisable finance journalists this June, with Chris Kohler confirmed as the headline speaker at a...