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...
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,...
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+...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
