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.
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...
March 24, 2025
Nike exec takes the reins at Rip Curl
ASHLEY Reade has been appointed chief executive of Rip Curl and will join the surf brand in the coming months. The Victorian-raised executive will be...
March 7, 2025
Barwon Heads Airport set for upgrade with federal funding
BARWON HEADS Airport will receive a $104,695 upgrade under the federal government's Regional Airports Program, improving safety, security, and access for local aviation services. Corangamite...
March 3, 2025
$8.5 billion Medicare boost to expand bulk billing and GP access
THE federal government has pledged $8.5 billion to strengthen Medicare, promising more bulk-billed GP visits, increased doctor and nurse training, and reduced out-of-pocket costs...
February 25, 2025
Federal government expands marine park protections in South-east region
THE federal government has introduced new conservation measures to protect marine biodiversity, finalising its South-east Marine Park Network Management Plan. The plan establishes 11 new marine...
February 25, 2025
Call for manuscripts as First Nations Writers Festival returns in 2025
ASPIRING First Nations writers across the region are invited to submit their manuscripts for the 2025 First Nations Writers Festival (FNWF), which celebrates Indigenous...
January 22, 2025
Barwon Heads Road upgrade progresses to meet future demand
THE Barwon Heads Road upgrade is moving forward, with the state government announcing an adjusted scope for the project while the federal government maintains...
January 21, 2025
Reforms to improve non-emergency patient transport
VICTORIA'S non-emergency patient transport (NEPT) sector will undergo reforms to improve access, efficiency, and patient experience, with demand now at 400,000 transports annually. The state...
January 20, 2025
Reckless jet ski riders prompt water safety crackdown
A WATER safety warning has been issued following Victoria Police's Water Police Squad responding to more than 100 incidents in the first week of...
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