About: Ellie Claringbold

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March 23, 2026

Geelong Travel earns top honours for luxury cruise travel

A BELMONT travel agency has been recognised among the leading agencies in Australia after a standout year helping travellers book luxury cruise experiences. Geelong Travel,...

March 21, 2026

Game on: next generation of football stars invited to hone their skills

AN April school holiday development camp will give young footballers across Geelong and the Surf Coast a chance to sharpen their skills. Run by Coerver...

March 19, 2026

Rescue operation unfolds at Point Addis

A woman has been rescued after falling from the cliff face at Point Addis on Thursday.

March 16, 2026

Easier access to contraceptive pill draws GP criticism

THE contraceptive pill will be available at participating pharmacies without a prescription from July, under a Victorian government plan that has drawn criticism from...

March 15, 2026

Police investigate car found in Portarlington bay

Portarlington residents were greeted by an unusual sight on Sunday morning...

March 15, 2026

Stuart Coffield-led Geelong Travel crowned nation’s best

A BELMONT travel agency has been recognised as the best in the country after a standout year delivering premium touring experiences. Geelong Travel, led by...

March 13, 2026

Bellarine Open Day showcases coastal retirement living

KEYTON is inviting the local community to explore the best of over-55s coastal living with the Bellarine Open Day, featuring Windsor Park and Abervale...

March 13, 2026

Ocean Grove author spins wild orangutan tale

SIBLING squabbles take a wild turn in Ocean Grove author Heather Gallagher's new children's novel My Brother, The Orangutan. The story, which Gallagher will launch...

March 12, 2026

Music fundraiser to support Auslan learning

A Geelong father has organised a community fundraiser this weekend inspired by his three-year-old daughter, who uses Auslan as she navigates complex health challenges. The...

March 11, 2026

Roaming cats targeted in new discount scheme

CAT owners who commit to keeping their pets contained at all times will be rewarded with at least 50 per cent off their annual...

March 9, 2026

Volunteers vow to keep relief centre alive

AN emergency relief centre in Grovedale that was due to close today (Friday 6 March) has been granted a last-minute lifeline, allowing the service...

March 8, 2026

Lorne needs you: traders seek lifeline after disasters

IT was meant to be the busiest time of the year. Instead, for many Lorne businesses, January became a month of cancellations, confusion and...

March 7, 2026

Making grocery shopping affordable and accessible

DUSTY'S Bulk Foods has grown into one of the Surf Coast's most values driven retail spaces and is a powerful example of women leading...

March 7, 2026

The quiet strength behind Bellevue Dry Cleaners

IN an era where fast fashion and convenience often overshadow craftsmanship, Bellevue Dry Cleaners stands as a reminder that care, consistency and community still...

March 7, 2026

Raising the standard in real estate

GOLD Property is a distinguished, female-led real estate agency delivering an elevated, client-first service across the Surf Coast and the Greater Geelong region. Founded by...

March 7, 2026

Supporting business owners through smarter finance decisions

FOR business owners, securing finance is rarely a straightforward process. Income structures vary, lender policies differ significantly and the time needed to navigate options...

March 7, 2026

Celebrating the women leading real estate across Apollo Bay, Lorne, Anglesea and Aireys Inlet

ALONG Victoria's iconic coastline, generosity and connection shape the way communities grow, and the women of Great Ocean Road Real Estate embody this year's...

March 7, 2026

A calmer, fume-free approach to modern hair care

FOR Evie Rauber, hair has never been about fast transformations or chasing trends. With over a decade in the industry, her philosophy has always...

March 7, 2026

Moore than accountants: meet the duo redefining advisory excellence

COLLABORATION drives client success and leadership at Moore Australia. Jamie Arrington, senior manager in business advisory, and Brittany Bell, manager in self-managed super funds...

March 7, 2026

Two women, one approach:real estate with care

BETWEEN them, Kellie Papworth and Olivia Swann bring more than two decades of real estate experience on the Surf Coast. While their results are well...

March 7, 2026

Neon evolution: why high performance environments are reshaping the commercial landscape

THE most powerful evolutions in business rarely begin with noise. They begin with a shift in mindset. Right now, the environments once considered "emerging" –...

March 7, 2026

A vision in full colour

ARTISANS of Australia in Curlewis is a thriving creative destination on the Bellarine Peninsula, built on founder Helen Meikle's belief that art should be...

March 7, 2026

Raising the bar in beauty

EMMA McFarlane, director of Blush Group, has achieved incredible success with her third salon opening and has no plans yet for slowing down. Blush Bar...

March 7, 2026

From healthcare to healing: why digestive health can’t be ignored

ASH Noble's career in healthcare spans more than 20 years, though it hasn't followed a straight line. She began as a registered nurse, driven by...