Stuart Coffield invites travellers to a world of cruising in 2027
From cherry blossoms in Japan to glaciers in Alaska and the sun-drenched Greek Isles, Princess Cruises has unveiled its 2027 cruise program, offering travellers...
Coastal lifestyle continues to drive demand in postcode 3228
THE postcode 3228 property market continued to show resilience throughout the second quarter of 2026, with sales activity increasing across Torquay, Jan Juc and...
Will November bring a fresh start?
I was interested to hear that the Liberal Party nominated some strong candidates for the Geelong region in the last week ahead of the...
Anderson’s brings more to APCO
MANY locals know APCO as the place to fill up with quality fuel, grab a cafe24-7 award-winning barista made coffee or pick up a...
Making pictures talk on the Surf Coast Arts Trail
THERE'S a dainty emu wren flitting about Anglesea's Coogoorah Park, and one day soon it's going to be famous. Acclaimed local artist Matthew Solly has...
Teachers walk off the job for second time as AEU pushes government for deal
Victorian public school teachers will strike for the second time this year as they continue their push for improved working conditions. Teachers will stop work...
Police renew appeal for information after serious Belmont hit-run
Police have renewed their appeal to find the driver involved in a Belmont hit-run that left a woman with serious facial, skull and pelvic...
Press Council celebrates 50 years
The Australian Press Council is marking its 50th anniversary by reinforcing the importance of accountability, ethical journalism and public trust in an era increasingly...
Retreat or forge ahead? Why this finance couple is seizing the property market downturn
WHILE many buyers are sitting on the sidelines following the federal budget, finance professionals Zac and Leigh Peteh are doing the opposite. The husband-and-wife investors...
Soccer’s cruellest moments reveal its bravest players
I'll never forget the noise the ball made when it hit the post. Our captain, Kevin Muscat, stepped up in the 2010 A-League grand final...
Meet the Geelong performers who ran away to the circus
THREE former CircArts Geelong students have returned home as professional performers with Circus Royale, bringing Elmo's Circus Dream to local audiences. Bethany Lovell, Dea Tassalini...
You’re invited to experience Nyaal Banyul this Saturday
GEELONG locals will have the chance to experience Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre this Saturday for the very first time as the...
Over-55s drawn to quality and choice at ReGen Living Waurn Ponds
FOR years, the idea of leaving the family home has carried an unspoken assumption: that moving on means settling for less. At ReGen Living Waurn...
Winter market showcases local creatives
LOCAL creatives will be the star attraction at this weekend's winter market in Aireys Inlet on Sunday 12 July. Anglesea local Lynne Hume is one...
Borrowers face a narrowing window as lenders reprice risk
DIRECTOR of debt and structured finance, CBRE Victoria Australia's commercial real estate lending market is entering a new phase. While debt remains readily available, lenders are...
Geelong trains return as V/Line begins staged service recovery
V/Line services will begin running at reduced capacity from noon on Thursday, bringing an end to more than 24 hours of suspended travel. Services across...
Phone service back, V/Line trains remain halted
Telstra services have been mostly restored across the country, but V/Line services remain disrupted following a national outage. The telecommunications provider experienced a major, nationwide...
The impact of tax changes on the state of play
NOW that Labor's housing tax bill has passed, it is time to take stock of where the market sits and what is really happening...
Your future starts with SEDA College: where sport, real industry experience and hands-on learning come together
SEDA College was established in 2007 to address gaps in traditional education and in 2017 evolved into an independent senior secondary school and the...
The Socceroos have earned our celebration
"AUSSIE, Aussie, Aussie. Oi, Oi, Oi" echoed off the walls at Torquay College last week. It was midday, the last day of term and the...
A day for the community: what to expect at Nyaal Banyul’s open day
AS excitement builds ahead of the Nyaal Banyul community open day on Saturday 11 July, Geelong locals are being encouraged to bring the family...
Runners to tackle Anglesea’s coastal trails
THERE'S a buzz building on the Surf Coast ahead of the annual Anglesea Trail Running Race this Sunday in Anglesea, part of Victoria's premier...
SENSE- ational Aireys lives up to its name
THE inaugural and exciting SENSE-ational Aireys festival, held between Friday 29 May and Sunday 28 June, lived up to its name and was truly...
Stop accepting women’s pain as normal
WOMEN'S health experts are urging people to stop accepting debilitating period pain as "just part of being female", warning that symptoms disrupting daily life...
