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August 26, 2024
Local teenager’s poem wins Spirit of Anzac Prize
A SECONDARY school student from the Bellarine has been awarded the Premier's Spirit of Anzac Prize. Year 10 Saint Ignatius College student Owen McCoughtry was one...
August 26, 2024
Award-winning care at home
Country to Coast Home Care Services was recently named the national award winner in the Aged and Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA) 2024 Excellence...
August 26, 2024
Is it time to consider your loved ones’ care?
As your loved ones age, you may have noticed signs they might need additional support and need to consider alternative care options. Key indicators may...
August 26, 2024
gifting rules to your advantage
One of the most common questions the team at Muirfields gets asked is "How much can Centrelink allow me to gift?" The simple answer is,...
August 26, 2024
Welcome to The Shores: a new chapter in coastal living
Nestled just 3km from the pristine beaches of St Leonards, Lifestyle Communities proudly presents The Shores, located at 130A Thornton Avenue. This new community is...
August 25, 2024
Smoked to perfection
With techniques perfected over several years, carefully smoked meats are being carved up by the team at local restaurant Wildfire Craft BBQ. Owners Casey Hildebrand...
August 23, 2024
Borough of Queenscliffe residents get their say
RESIDENTS in the Borough of Queenscliffe can expect a phone call from National Field Services (NFS) as Community Satisfaction Survey (CSS) calls begin. Over the...
August 22, 2024
Theatre of the Damned unveils Carrie the Musical
The curtain is set to come up on Theatre of the Damned's latest production, Carrie the Musical, tonight (Friday, August 23). Based on Stephen King's...
August 21, 2024
More than just yoga for frontline workers
The region's frontline workers are being supported with a weekly trauma-informed yoga group in Ocean Grove. Run by counsellor and yoga teacher Caz Pringle-Bowden, the...
August 20, 2024
Have your say on fishing in Victoria
VICTORIAN Fisheries Authority (VFA) is on the hunt for recreational fishers to join an advisory committee. Nominations are open now for those interested on serving...
August 20, 2024
Local secondary schools set to take part in money challenge
SCHOOLS around Australia are gearing up to take part in the annual Suncorp Bank ESSI Money Challenge. Returning for its ninth year, the challenge runs...
August 19, 2024
Festival of Glass returning to Drysdale
THE Bellarine's annual Festival of Glass is returning next weekend for the 14th instalment of the popular event. On August 25, Drysdale Community Hub will...
August 18, 2024
Sparking joy with sustainable designs
Discarded materials and unwanted finds are being transformed into one-of-a-kind pieces by local sustainable designer and artist Emily Rastas. In 2019, she established Emipeli Design,...
August 17, 2024
Landcare Australia open community grants program
LANDCARE Australia's Community Grants program is now open, with a total pool of $300,000 available. Grants are available between $5,000 and $20,000 for all Landcare groups...
August 15, 2024
A Dan Sultan double act
Following performances at the Melbourne Arts Centre last month with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Dan Sultan will headline two gigs at The Sound Doctor. The...
August 14, 2024
Hands-on environmental program returns
APPLICATIONS are now open for the popular Nature Stewards program ahead of its return to Geelong, exploring the world of native plants and animals. From...
August 12, 2024
Ocean Grove Rotary lauds Paul Harris Fellows
MEMBERS from the Rotary Club of Ocean Grove have been made Paul Harris Fellows for their contributions to the club Andrea Tierney was one of...
August 11, 2024
Combining quality with sustainability
Australian fashion label Elk has grown to reach national success. Founded by two Bellarine residents, the brand is continuing to grow with the launch...
August 11, 2024
Torquay announce invitees for Hells Djarrak
TORQUAY Boardriders has announced its invitee list for its multi-club invitational Hells Djarrak surfing event on August 31. The club has invited 46 of their...
August 11, 2024
Distillery’s ‘Kestrel’ crowned as nation’s best single malt whisky
Bellarine Distillery has taken out the top gong at the Australian Distilled Spirits Awards, winning the trophy for Best Single Malt Whisky. The distillery's Rare...
August 11, 2024
Local Vitality Laser and Skin Clinic makes national finalist
FINALISTS for the Australian Beauty Industry Awards (ABIA) 2024 have been announced, with the Bellarine's Vitality Laser and Skin clinic making the list. Nominated in...
August 7, 2024
Jimeoin’s your man
Australian TV regular, actor and comedian Jimeoin has hit the road again with his Who’s Your Man tour. Known for his sharp wit and observations...
August 4, 2024
Keeping the flame alive
Point Lonsdale's La Monique Perfumery and Candlery is more than just your average candle and homewares store. It's a store with a purpose, raising funds...
August 4, 2024
Getting school students moving
CHILDREN are being encouraged to use a more active mode of transport to get to and from school with a new program from the...
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