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June 5, 2025
Call for blood donations as supply drops
Lifeblood is calling on Victorians to roll up their sleeves and give blood to meet patient demand as levels drop. About 9,500 donations of O...
June 5, 2025
Police to target road safety this weekend
VICTORIA Police are warning road users to take care when travelling this long weekend as a statewide policing operation rolls out. Aimed at reducing trauma...
June 4, 2025
genU celebrates volunteers
GENU has celebrated its volunteers and their impact on communities across the Barwon region. As part of National Volunteer Week, which runs from May 19...
June 3, 2025
I’m Not Proud to deliver laughs in Geelong
AUSTRALIAN comedian Tommy Little is hitting the touring circuit this year with a new stand-up show titled I’m Not Proud. The comedian and radio presenter...
June 3, 2025
New book helps kids wind down and sleep peacefully
A pair of Geelong locals have banded together with the goal of supporting children with emotional regulation and bedtime challenges through the release of...
June 2, 2025
Barwon Coast recognises volunteer impact
BARWON Coast last week recognised its volunteers for their contribution to the health, safety and enjoyment of the Barwon Coast. Held on May 20 as...
June 2, 2025
Local highway patrol officer awarded Dr John Birrell Award
THE Rotary Clubs of Bellarine North and Bayside Geelong have hosted this year's Dr John Birrell Road Safety Practitioner of the Year Awards. Held in...
June 1, 2025
Hand-crafted creations
A high school hobby of creating beaded jewellery has led one local down a path of creation and craftsmanship. Bree Timmins created BLT Jewellery, named...
June 1, 2025
Recycled art to shine in Queenscliff
Artworks made of recycled materials will don the walls at Queenscliffe Neighbourhood House when Artfully Repurposed returns this year. Officially opening next month, the exhibition...
May 29, 2025
Premier’s visit announces support for food relief
VICTORIAN Premier Jacinta Allen visited Geelong Foodshare on Friday last week to announce a boost to food relief and a power saving bonus. The 2025-26...
May 28, 2025
Queenscliffe Maritime Museum seeks support
A DROP in tourism numbers and no allocated funding in the Borough of Queenscliffe draft budget has led the Queencliffe Maritime Museum to call...
May 26, 2025
RSPCA warns of horse crisis
THE RSPCA is calling on horse owners to ensure they are prepared with enough food and water for their animals as rainfall declines and...
May 26, 2025
Portarlington Golf Club opens Community Fund
PORTARLINGTON Golf Club has opened applications to this year's Community Contribution Fund. Not-for-profit community and sporting organisations within the City of Greater Geelong and Northern...
May 26, 2025
Fisheries petition tabled
A PETITION aiming to stop proposed cuts to the Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) has landed in Parliament. Victorian Liberal Party deputy leader Sam Groth tabled...
May 25, 2025
The end of the beginning for Russell Morris
AUSTRALIAN musician Russell Morris has been a constant on the music scene for 58 years and after almost six decades, he is taking a...
May 21, 2025
EPA issues burn-off warning
THE Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is warning the community against mixing their prunings and felled timber with other waste when burning off. With the weather...
May 21, 2025
Local groups share in Coastcare Victoria Community Grants
THE Victorian government has announced the recipients of this year's Coastcare Victoria Community Grants Program. A total of 27 grants were awarded to coastal volunteer...
May 20, 2025
Around the Bay gears up
THIS year's United Energy Around the Bay officially launched this week as it partners with Maddie Riewoldt's Vision. Three-time Grand Tour stage winner and Hendry's...
May 19, 2025
Tips to protect your home while you’re away
AS WINTER starts to approach and locals are heading north for the warmer weather, Neighbourhood Watch is encouraging people to ensure their home is...
May 18, 2025
Making a plan during Palliative Care Week
ADVANCE Care Planning Australia is calling on people to consider their future health care and quality end of life as the country marks National...
May 18, 2025
Surge Productions makes its mark
THREE broadcast industry experts with a combined 30 years of experience have brought their talents together in a company poised to deliver high-quality content. Chris...
May 18, 2025
Three decades of international partnership
GEELONG Christian College Geelong and Indonesian school SMAN 2 Mataram have celebrated three decades of partnership with a recent student visit. Starting in April, 18...
May 16, 2025
At The Heads to stage final fling before renovations
A LOCAL Barwon Heads restaurant is staging one last event before closing its doors next month to undergo renovations. At The Heads will host a...
May 15, 2025
Sail Bellarine hailed a success
MORE than 80 boats took to the water for the annual Sail Bellarine Regatta at Indented Head earlier this month. Run on May 3 and May...
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