About: Alison Martin

Posts by: Alison Martin

August 19, 2021

Million-dollar building boost for Saint Ignatius

SAINT Ignatius Secondary College has received a million-dollar boost towards the Drysdale school’s $17.6-million redevelopment. The school’s old administration buildings will be demolished, making way...

August 17, 2021

Vote for a Local Hero

CHEF and co-founder of Feed Me Bellarine Anthony Woodbury is one of six Geelong region finalists in this year's Westfield Local Heroes program. The awards...

August 15, 2021

Waste extension

A TWO-YEAR extension of the Borough of Queenscliffe's current waste collection contract will allow for the introduction of a fourth bin for glass. However, a...

August 14, 2021

Yarram Creek vision

THE revegetation and rehabilitation of the former Bellarine Basin site is underway, and it’s time for the community to share its thoughts on the...

August 13, 2021

Rip Curl appoints CEO Brooke Farris

Brooke Farris has been appointed Rip Curl’s new Chief Executive Officer, taking up the position on Monday after working for the company for 11...

August 12, 2021

Bike park site considered

ON YOUR bikes! The Borough of Queenscliffe has endorsed a project investigation framework for the development of a new bike park. The next step –...

August 9, 2021

Five-year plan to tackle rabbit numbers

CITY of Greater Geelong councillor Jim Mason says rabbits are the greatest feral animal threat to the natural environment and all landowners, including the...

August 9, 2021

Recreation meets nature

A 20-YEAR plan to enhance and protect the Sparrovale Wetlands and create a nature park for recreational activities has been greenlit by the City...

August 8, 2021

Housing rezone approved

THE site of a former aged care facility in Queenscliff's Nelson Road will be rezoned to enable the creation of seven house blocks. The planning...

August 6, 2021

Key workers’ housing crisis

COVID-essential workers are facing a rental affordability crisis, with new figures showing rent on an apartment would cost at least one third of their...

August 5, 2021

Community invited to comment on Port reserve’s future

A MAJOR redevelopment of the main pavilion and creation of a community garden and new bike jump area are among the improvements proposed in...

August 5, 2021

Councils join forces to encourage buying recycled goods

GEELONG, Bellarine and Surf Coast residents are being encouraged to join the circular economy by consciously buying products made from recyclable and sustainable materials. Surf...

August 1, 2021

New health leaders appointed

BELLARINE Community Health has welcomed two new members to its board including a Western Victoria Primary Health Network director and a Bellarine-based senior advisor. BCH...

July 31, 2021

Portarlington service to resume

FOLLOWING lockdown travel disruptions, Port Phillip Ferries is aiming to be back on the water and welcoming visitors and commuters between Docklands and Portarlington...

July 30, 2021

G21 forum goes online

REGIONAL leaders will take their annual forum and discussions on sustainable growth online next month, as G21 responds to the evolving COVID situation. G21’s annual...

July 30, 2021

Coastal protection

THE biodiversity of the Bellarine's south-east coastline will be protected and enhanced under a new council strategy, initiated by a Ocean Grove Community Association...

July 28, 2021

Balloon release ban comes into force

THE days of releasing balloons are over in Victoria or hosts will face a hefty fine. Warnings about the threat that balloons pose to wildlife...

July 26, 2021

Lasers protect history

AN INNOVATIVE laser technique is being trialled to remove graffiti from heritage buildings in Point Lonsdale, reducing the potential damage from traditional cleaning methods. The...

July 25, 2021

Neighbours raise concerns with scale of two-storey home

AN APPLICANT hoping to build a two-storey home in Queenscliff and objectors to the proposal have had an opportunity to speak directly to Borough...

July 24, 2021

New route for safer access

BY ALISON MARTIN VICROADS has recommended changing the intersection where Pigdon Street meets the Geelong-Portarlington Road to create safer access for road users. Pigdon Street is...

July 24, 2021

Fencing provides safer walk along popular trail

A SAFER walk awaits locals and visitors along the popular trail between the Point Lonsdale pier and the Rip View carpark. The Borough of Queenscliffe...

July 22, 2021

Water storage overflows

Geelong’s water main storage – the West Barwon Reservoir – has reached capacity and the spillway is flowing for the first time in nearly...

July 21, 2021

Queenscliff music boost

THE Bellarine’s Queenscliff Music Festival and The Blues Train have received a much-needed, combined boost of $65,000 through the Live Music Australia Program. Victorian Senator...

July 20, 2021

Vax bus partnership rolls out in Geelong

BY ALISON MARTIN VULNERABLE Geelong residents will have access to a free transport service to get COVID vaccinations thanks to a unique partnership - potentially...