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 31, 2024
Boundary changes shrink Corangamite electorate, expand Wannon and Corio
POPULATION growth across Armstrong Creek, the Surf Coast, and the Bellarine will lead to a smaller Corangamite electorate at the next federal election, according...
May 30, 2024
Full lineup for ReSound Music Festival announced
THE full lineup for next month's ReSound Music Festival has been announced, with events set to take place in Geelong and the Bellarine over...
May 30, 2024
Michael Franti and Spearhead to headline Queenscliff Music Festival 2024
MUSIC lovers are in for a treat as soul rockers Michael Franti & Spearhead are set to headline the Queenscliff Music Festival (QMF) this...
May 29, 2024
City commits to waste management upgrades
THE City of Greater Geelong is gearing up for significant improvements in waste management as part of its proposed 2024-25 budget, which includes major...
May 28, 2024
New Ocean Grove container refund point opens
A NEW Reverse Vending Machine (RVM) refund point has been installed at the Ocean Grove Marketplace, marking the 20th installation in the City of...
May 27, 2024
Bellarine showcased during Australian Tourism Exchange
INTERNATIONAL tourism buyers have experienced some of the best of the Bellarine during the 44th edition of the Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE). The event, held...
May 26, 2024
Curlewis GC climbs Australian Golf Digest rankings
CURLEWIS Golf Club has made a significant leap in the official Australian Golf Digest rankings, moving up seven places from 69 to 62. This achievement...
May 26, 2024
Portarlington ferry service secures four more years of funding
THE Portarlington to Docklands ferry service will continue for another four years, thanks to funding from the state government. This move aims to support the...
May 25, 2024
Colin Hay live at Costa Hall
Prepare for an unforgettable night as Colin Hay, the legendary voice of Men at Work, brings his dynamic performance to Geelong on June 29. Known...
May 24, 2024
Colin Hay’s still a man at work
Prepare for an unforgettable night as Colin Hay, the legendary voice of Men at Work, brings his dynamic presence to Geelong on June 29. Known...
May 23, 2024
Inquiry reveals alarming road safety risks for vulnerable users
AN INQUIRY by the Victorian Parliament's Economy and Infrastructure Committee has uncovered significant changes in road safety behaviours during and after the COVID-19 pandemic,...
May 22, 2024
Dodgy door-knockers told to take a cold shower
THE Victorian government has banned telemarketing and door-knocking under the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program in response to consumer complaints about high-pressure sales tactics. The...
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
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 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 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 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 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 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
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 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...
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