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.
May 17, 2024
Have you got what it takes to be Mayor?
THE Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA) is launching its pre-candidate training with two online webinars, aiming to prepare and inform those considering running for...
May 17, 2024
Footy club posts a win at St Leonards PS
A FOOTY club on the Bellarine has stepped into the breach to help get the goal posts on a nearby primary school's oval back...
May 14, 2024
New home loan values climb, driven by larger loans and rising house prices
THE value of new housing loans in Australia has surged to $27.6 billion, marking a 17.9 per cent increase since March 2023, according to...
May 13, 2024
Rage applying becomes latest workplace trend among Australian professionals
THE phenomenon known as "rage applying" has emerged as the latest trend among Australian professionals, according to a study by recruitment company Robert Walters. Defined...
May 13, 2024
Government to cutstudent debt by $3 billion
THE Albanese government has announced a significant reduction in student debt, affecting more than three million Australians, ahead of its third federal budget to...
May 11, 2024
Feedback sought on future transport strategy
THE City of Greater Geelong has launched a call for community feedback to shape an Integrated Transport Strategy aimed at guiding transport decisions for...
May 11, 2024
Toxic sea foam prompts urgent call to action
MORE than 50 respected Australian academics and leaders have called on environment minister Tanya Plibersek to take a bold leadership stance on water recycling. The...
May 10, 2024
Mount Duneed welcomes House of Hope women’s rehab centre
NEW women's residential rehabilitation centre, House of Hope, has officially opened in Mount Duneed, offering a vital resource for women and mothers with children...
May 10, 2024
Applications open for 2025 Pegasus Scholarships.
The Geelong College is inviting applications for its 2025 Pegasus Scholarships, aimed at students with exceptional co-curricular talents entering Years 9, 10, or 11. These...
May 10, 2024
Championing apprenticeships and traineeships in local industries
Victorian Group Training (VGTC) has been a cornerstone in the Geelong, Bellarine, and Surf Coast communities for over two decades, providing extensive training and...
May 10, 2024
Tapping into the community for educational innovation.
The St Aloysius Primary School is leveraging its strong local connections to provide students with innovative educational experiences. Visual/performing arts and STEAM educators Jo Britt...
May 9, 2024
Groundhog day: buses replace trains on Geelong line
COMMUTERS on the Geelong Line will face temporary service changes as buses replace trains for all or part of their journey from Saturday, May...
May 9, 2024
Bonza collapse leaves customers stranded, flight attendants in crisis
THE flight attendants' union has initiated a GoFundMe campaign to support Bonza Airlines' cabin crew, aiding members affected by the airline's recent entry...
May 9, 2024
St Leonards community voices shape local port area plan
THE future of the St Leonards Local Port Area and its pier redevelopment on the Bellarine Peninsula is taking shape, driven by over 600...
May 5, 2024
Local warning as Australians continue to lose billions to scams
RESIDENTS are being warned to be alert to scammers as Australians reported losses totalling $2.74 billion to scams last year. The ACCC-National Anti-Scam Centre report...
May 3, 2024
Embark on your Journey with the 2024 Geelong Business Excellence Awards
The Geelong Business Excellence Awards, managed by the Geelong Chamber of Commerce and supported by major sponsors, extend an opportunity that reaches far beyond...
May 3, 2024
Geelong Pest Control: setting the standard in customer service
At Geelong Pest Control, setting a benchmark in the industry begins with a morning bench-press—a literal and metaphorical push towards excellence. This commitment has led...
May 3, 2024
Pioneering health and wellbeing in the workplace
Winning an award is usually a moment of immediate celebration and pride, but for Arthur St, the Health and Wellbeing Promoting Workplace Award, sponsored...
May 3, 2024
The Sands Torquay listed for sale
THE Sands Torquay has been placed on the market by receivers Mackay Goodwin, after the owners defaulted on a loan. Situated in Torquay, the property...
May 3, 2024
Victorian government targets dodgy rentals with new campaign
THE state government is stepping up efforts to ensure rental properties across Victoria meet minimum safety and quality standards with a campaign to educate...
April 28, 2024
State government calls on Victorian Traditional Owners to join Aboriginal Heritage Council
THE state government is calling on Victorian Traditional Owners to join the Victorian Aboriginal Heritage Council, aiming to safeguard Aboriginal cultural heritage across the...
April 26, 2024
Community grants and event sponsorship applications open
THE Borough of Queenscliffe is inviting community groups and organisations to apply for funding to support projects that enhance health, involvement, and creativity in...
April 23, 2024
Safety concerns raised over Portarlington intersection redesign
A LOCAL advocacy group has expressed deep concerns about the safety of a newly redesigned intersection at Point Richards Road and Portarlington Road, which...
April 23, 2024
Queenscliffe council seeks community input on upcoming budget
THE Borough of Queenscliffe's 2024-2025 Council Budget Community Consultation report is now available for public review. The council engaged over 350 residents, ratepayers, and visitors...
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