About: Angus Smith

Profile: 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.

Posts by: Angus Smith

October 22, 2024

$15 million relief fund announced for regional news publishers

THE Federal Government has announced a $15 million relief fund to support regional and community news organisations after extensive lobbying from Country Press Australia...

October 22, 2024

EPA sniffer drones can now detect air pollution

EPA Victoria has enhanced its fleet of drones with new technology that can detect air pollution, allowing the state's environmental watchdog to more effectively...

October 13, 2024

Victorians brace for a tough grass pollen season

VICTORIANS are being urged to prepare for a challenging grass pollen season, with forecasts suggesting that 2024 may bring high pollen levels similar to...

October 11, 2024

Luxurious coastal home with stunning views hits the market

A luxurious four-bedroom home at 15 Fishos Drive, Torquay, designed and built by a local carpenter, has hit the market. Vendor Alastair said constructing the...

October 11, 2024

Upgrades completed at St Leonards hall

THE St Leonards Memorial Hall has received significant upgrades, enhancing the community space and creating new opportunities for local businesses. Minister for Regional Development Gayle...

September 14, 2024

Australia and Japan strengthen strategic partnership at Fort Queenscliff

HIGH-LEVEL discussions between Australian and Japanese officials took place in Fort Queenscliff today, marking a pivotal moment in the countries' deepening defence and security...

September 13, 2024

Penny Wong visits Bellarine business

FOREIGN Affairs Minister Penny Wong took time out from the high-level Australia-Japan meetings this week to visit a Bellarine business benefiting from strong relations...

July 23, 2024

First Nations women’s leadership program now open

THE state government has opened applications for its leadership program designed by and for First Nations women. The program offers culturally safe training to support...

July 14, 2024

Treaty another step closer for Victoria

THE Victorian government has advanced Treaty negotiations with the launch of the Treaty Negotiations Database. Launched this week by the Treaty Authority, the database will...

July 11, 2024

Ocean Grove begins NAIDOC Week

BARWON Coast has started NAIDOC Week with a smoking ceremony in Ocean Grove. Wadawurrung woman and cultural strengthening general manager at Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal...

July 9, 2024

Residents demand accountability for seismic blasting proposal

COASTAL residents have united to send a message to global data company TGS after it rejected multiple requests to hold community consultation sessions on...

July 8, 2024

Nurses and midwives secure 28.4 per cent pay rise

NURSES and midwives in Victoria are set to receive a significant pay increase following a new agreement approved by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery...

July 7, 2024

Tiny Towns Fund improves spaces in Bellarine communities

BELLARINE'S smallest towns are set to benefit from a series of new community-led projects via the Victorian government's $20 million Tiny Towns Fund. Bellarine MP...

July 6, 2024

Registrations open for 2025 People’s Ride

REGISTRATIONS have opened for the TAC People's Ride in next year's Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race Over 3,000 riders are expected to take to...

July 4, 2024

Legislation to end live sheep exports passes parliament

THE federal Parliament has passed legislation to end the export of live sheep by sea, marking a significant step forward in animal welfare. The law,...

July 3, 2024

Barwon Heads main jetty reopens after significant upgrades

THE Barwon Heads Main Jetty has reopened to the public following extensive maintenance works aimed at ensuring its safety and longevity. The renovation included replacing...

July 1, 2024

Unemployment rate falls to 4.0% in May

NEW data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveals that the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell by 0.1 percentage point to 4.0 per...

June 30, 2024

Training program to boost region’s energy-efficient home construction

THE Victorian government has launched a new initiative to train construction workers in building energy-efficient homes. The Renewable Homes Construction program, announced by Energy and...

June 29, 2024

Regional Victoria home prices fall as national market shows resilience

REGIONAL Victoria has seen a drop in home prices, according to the latest PropTrack Market Insight Report. Home prices in regional Victoria have fallen by...

June 26, 2024

First Nations’ approaches to be integrated into regional Vic agriculture training

A $2 MILLION investment by the state government will support projects embedding Aboriginal traditional knowledge and practices into accredited TAFE agriculture training, aiming to...

June 24, 2024

Queenscliff marine rescue volunteers to receive new vessel

QUEENSCLIFF'S Marine Search and Rescue (MSAR) volunteers are set to benefit from a new vessel, with Victorian company Alumarine appointed to carry out the...

June 23, 2024

Victorians urged to donate blood as new system tracks supply levels

In a bid to encourage more frequent blood donations, Australian Red Cross Lifeblood has launched a real-time tracking system for blood supply levels, coinciding...

June 21, 2024

Tens of thousands of new homes slated for Geelong region

COUNCILS across Victoria have been tasked with identifying areas to build new homes to meet future growth. The state government is engaging in local government...