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July 20, 2025
Inspiring writing for 11 years
For more than a decade, Pearl Wilson and Jenny Macaulay have come together to organise Midwinter Words, an annual literary weekend on the Bellarine,...
July 15, 2025
Riding the waves of a sea change
Journalist Kate Halfpenny has spent decades telling the stories of others, now she's penned a memoir about her own life. Boogie Wonderland is the writer's...
July 14, 2025
Test for bowel cancer before it’s too late
A RECENT study from Deakin University's Institute for Health Transformation (IHT) has prompted Cancer Council Victoria to urge people not to ignore cancer symptoms. The...
July 14, 2025
Bellarine Police Station welcomes new officer in charge
BELLARINE Police Station has a new officer in charge, with Senior Sergeant Dean Parello taking the reins. Sgt Parello joined the force in 1990 as...
July 13, 2025
A passion with a purpose
Hailing from the US, Surf Coast photographer Leslie Carvitto's love for documenting things started at a young age and has blossomed into a career...
July 10, 2025
Sub-Antarctic fur seal rescued from bluff
A SUB-ANTARCTIC fur seal that made its way to the Barwon Bluff last week required a team effort to get back in the water. The...
July 10, 2025
Battle of the states
JUNIOR AFL players from New South Wales are making their way across the border for a State of Origin-style game, in support of Sudden...
July 9, 2025
Nature strip gardening buzz
ROTARIANS from four different clubs around Geelong are banding together to transform nature strips from pieces of grass to pollinator pathways. Rotary secured a community...
July 8, 2025
Whisky and fire on the Bellarine
THE Bellarine Distillery is turning up the heat next weekend when its annual Whisky and Fire night returns. To be held on July 12, the...
July 7, 2025
Aussies behind in planning for their future
AUSTRALIANS are being encouraged to plan for their future as research reveals there is a lack of preparation for medical decisions across the country. The...
July 6, 2025
NAIDOC projections to light up City Hall
THE works of seven local First Nations artists are lighting up City Hall in celebration of NAIDOC Week. Running from Monday, July 6 to July...
July 6, 2025
Driving Hope hits the road
WOMEN in Trucking Australia (WiTA) is encouraging the trucking community to climb on board as it partners with River's Gift to shine a light...
July 4, 2025
Region shines at Master Builders awards
MASTER Builders Victoria (MBV) has crowned the building industry's best with a celebration at RACV Torquay Resort. Local businesses from around the region took out...
July 2, 2025
Dementia support demand rises
AS the number of Australians living with dementia continues to rise, so does the amount of people reaching out for care and support. By the...
July 1, 2025
Getting the inside mail on Ocean Grove Delivery Centre
FROM standard letters through to online shopping orders, the team at Ocean Grove Delivery Centre are busy ensuring residents on the Bellarine receive their...
June 30, 2025
Parks Victoria offers ranger positions across the state
PARKS Victoria is offering 12 new ranges the opportunity to work at the forefront of outdoor recreation and conservation as the organisation searches for...
June 30, 2025
Feedback sought on city’s draft Outdoor Dining Guidelines
THE City of Greater Geelong has opened public consultation on its Draft Outdoor Dining Guidelines. The guidelines aim to provide a clear direction on alfresco...
June 29, 2025
Ballet masterclass takes flight in Geelong
STUDENTS from the Geelong Ballet Centre were treated to a masterclass in the art when the Telstra Let's Dance initiative rolled into the region...
June 29, 2025
Melbourne Ska Orchestra embarks on global tour
Melbourne Ska Orchestra is returning to the stages across the world with a new tour The Ballad of Monte Loco featuring new music. The band...
June 29, 2025
Torquay salon fights waste
BETWEEN the countless foils and stylish cuts, the waste produced by hair salons can be significant, although one Torquay business is fighting back and...
June 28, 2025
Matchday magic up for grabs
THE Gordon TAFE is partnering with the Geelong Cats to offer previous students the chance for an unforgettable AFL matchday experience. Those who have studied...
June 28, 2025
Local winners in Victorian Architecture Awards
PROJECTS from across the Geelong and Surf Coast have taken out top honours in this year’s Victorian Architecture Awards. Part of the Australian Institute of...
June 27, 2025
Charlemont Rise Shopping Centre officially opens
THE Charlemont Rise Shopping Centre opened its doors at the weekend, welcoming the community into the space. The Woolworths supermarket held its official opening on...
June 27, 2025
Barwon Coast to celebrate NAIDOC at sunrise
BARWON Coast is inviting the community to walk together for a sunrise celebration this NAIDOC Week. The family-friendly event will take place with the Wadawurrung Traditional...
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