About: Angus Smith
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- Angus is a multimedia reporter at the Surf Coast Times. He has experience with breaking news, investigative and feature stories. Follow him on Twitter @angussmithh.
July 2, 2025
State backs Big Freeze with $250,000 donation
VICTORIA has pledged $250,000 to Neale Daniher's FightMND campaign, backing efforts to fund research and support people living with Motor Neurone Disease. The donation will...
July 2, 2025
Geelong Decanted brings top wine producers together
A NEW tasting series will bring together leading local wineries over two Thursday nights next month, highlighting the depth of Geelong's wine regions. Geelong Decanted's...
July 1, 2025
Victoria smashes food and fibre export target
VICTORIA has hit its $20 billion food and fibre export goal six years ahead of schedule, cementing its place as Australia's top exporter in...
July 1, 2025
Helpdesk to support Victoria’s apprentices
A FREE helpdesk has been launched to support Victorian apprentices and trainees with pay, training and workplace issues. The State Government has launched the Apprenticeships...
June 30, 2025
Seismic blasting proposal again delayed
SEISMIC surveying plans off Victoria's west coast have been delayed again, with the project still under review by the national offshore regulator. Seismic surveying, which...
June 25, 2025
Water sector on track for 100 per cent renewables
THE STATE'S water corporations are on track to run entirely on renewable electricity by the end of the year, cutting emissions and lowering costs. Water...
June 24, 2025
Push for 111 crisis number to simplify mental health support
A CAMPAIGN to launch 111 as Australia's single mental health crisis number is gaining traction, with advocates calling for an end to the confusion...
June 24, 2025
New policy backs Victorian industry and jobs
VICTORIA has unveiled a new plan to grow local industries, boost advanced manufacturing and create secure jobs across the state. Industry and advanced manufacturing minister...
June 15, 2025
Regional tour goes en pointe
Geelong will host a major moment on the national arts calendar this month when The Australian Ballet arrives with four performances, a behind-the-scenes open...
May 28, 2025
Under 18s to get free Victorian public transport next year
CHILDREN across Victoria will be able to travel for free on public transport from January 1, 2026, under a major cost-of-living measure announced in...
May 16, 2025
Libby Coker reflects on re-election and what comes next
A WEEK after her re-election, Libby Coker still carries the weight of the moment. "It's quite emotional," she says. "To have a role to play...
May 6, 2025
Access increases to free medication to reverse opioid overdoses
More people across Victoria will be able to get access to free naloxone under an expansion of the state's overdose prevention program. This week, acting...
May 5, 2025
Victorians invited to have their say on multicultural review
MULTICULTURAL and multifaith communities across Victoria are being invited to help shape the future of the state's multicultural policies and institutions. Minister for Multicultural Affairs...
April 30, 2025
New watchdog powers to target misconduct on construction sites
A NEW referral service will be set up to handle complaints about misconduct on Victorian construction sites, under legislation introduced to Parliament this week. The...
April 29, 2025
Labor promises fast track for 6,000 tradies
A RE-ELECTED Albanese Labor government will invest $78 million to help 6,000 experienced workers become fully qualified tradies under a new national program. The Advanced...
April 28, 2025
Stronger laws target hate speech in Victoria
NEW anti-vilification laws passed by the Victorian parliament will extend protections to more groups and introduce tougher penalties for serious hate speech and threats. The...
April 21, 2025
Liberals pledge $2 million for Torquay to Armstrong Creek bike path
A $2 million Liberal Party pledge would support the creation of a new dedicated bike path linking Torquay and Armstrong Creek, if the...
April 16, 2025
Victoria pushes for real increase to minimum wages
THE Victorian government has called for a real wage increase for workers on minimum and award wages as part of its submission to the...
April 15, 2025
Grants open to improve coastal access and safety
APPLICATIONS are now open for a Victorian government program offering $1.4 million in grants to improve access and safety along the state's coastline. The Coastal...
April 9, 2025
Regional tourism spend hits record $645 million
TOURISTS spent a record $40 billion in Victoria last year, according to new data from Tourism Research Australia. The latest figures show total tourism spending...
April 3, 2025
New owners found for Suma Park
THE historic Suma Park estate on the Bellarine Peninsula has been sold, with its future as a wedding and conference venue secure under new...
April 1, 2025
Labor commits $5.45 million to Drysdale club
A RE-ELECTED Federal Labor Government would invest $5.45 million in upgrades at Drysdale Recreation Reserve to support the Drysdale Football Netball Club. The funding would...
April 1, 2025
AMA backs transparency push but says fee tool overhaul must go further
THE Australian Medical Association (AMA) has welcomed the federal government's commitment to improve transparency around private health costs but says broader reform is needed...
March 31, 2025
Liberals pledge $2.7 million for Geelong palliative care facility
AN ELECTED Liberal Government would commit $2.7 million to help complete the final stage of upgrades at Anam Cara House Geelong, including eight additional...
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