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.
March 22, 2024
Australia’s top skydivers crown new champions at Barwon Heads
THE 2024 Australian Skydiving Championships concluded on Wednesday last week at Skydive Great Ocean Road in Barwon Heads, marking a thrilling competition among the...
March 22, 2024
Surfrider Foundation to host paddle out against Otway Basin blasting
SURFRIDER Foundation is calling on the community to join them for a paddle out at Cosy Corner in Torquay today, Saturday 23 March. The event...
March 21, 2024
Man charged with e-bike and scooter thefts in Ocean Grove
GEELONG police have apprehended a man linked to several electric bike and scooter thefts in Ocean Grove over recent months. Victoria Police stated detectives had...
March 20, 2024
John Foreman and stars to perform Broadway hits in Geelong
John Foreman, the Australian Pops Orchestra, and renowned musical theatre talents Marina Prior, Michael Cormick, and Jemma Rix are set to take the stage...
March 20, 2024
Large-Scale alternative water grid to support region’s future
WORK has begun on planning a large-scale alternative water grid for the region, aimed at meeting the area's water needs amidst a changing climate...
March 19, 2024
V/Line industrial action called off as negotiations continue
THE Rail Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) has withdrawn its planned industrial action for March 22 and March 28, following an agreement to enter...
March 18, 2024
Major V/Line disruptions coming
INDUSTRIAL action will escalate at V/Line, affecting services during the Melbourne Grand Prix and the Easter long weekend. The Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU)...
March 17, 2024
Victorian Greens push for offshore drilling ban to protect marine life
THE Victorian Greens have introduced a bill to ban new offshore oil and gas projects in Victorian waters, aiming to protect coastlines and marine...
March 17, 2024
Traffic plan for Queenscliff opens for public feedback
THE Borough of Queenscliffe has collaborated with Ratio Consultants to develop a draft Traffic Management Strategy for the town, now available for public review. This...
March 16, 2024
Queen Victoria statue toppling captured on video
CLIMATE activists have posted a video showing the toppling of a Queen Victoria statue in Geelong's eastern gardens last week, triggering a police investigation. The...
March 14, 2024
Coker rejects nuclear reactor in region
CORANGAMITE Labor federal member Libby Coker has slammed suggestions a nuclear power station could be built in her electorate. Since September last year, the Coalition...
March 12, 2024
Coker wants seismic blasting decision halted
CORANGAMITE federal member Libby Coker has called for a halt on the decision of seismic blasting in the Otway Basin until a proper review...
March 7, 2024
Crackdown imminent on aggressive showerhead tactics
THE Victorian government is poised to clamp down on aggressive door-to-door salespeople offering free, and sometimes unwanted and unnecessary, showerhead replacements by May 1. These...
March 3, 2024
Corporate leaders to race for Lifeline support
BUSINESS leaders from Geelong, the Surf Coast, and the Bellarine will take their marks at the Geelong Racing Club on May 17 for the...
March 1, 2024
Surf Coast Highway reopens one week early
THE Surf Coast Highway reopened today, one week ahead of schedule, following weeks of commuter pain.
The highway was reopened northbound just after 3.00...
February 29, 2024
“Gut-wrenching”: Eagles snatch Dragons’ grant opportunity
THE City of Greater Geelong has opted to replace Hamlyn Park with Elderslie Reserve in its list of submissions to the Victorian government's Regional...
February 28, 2024
Point Henry to host free chemical disposal event
SUSTAINABILITY Victoria and local councils are urging residents not to dispose of toxic chemicals in their kerbside bins or down the drain. Instead residents are...
February 28, 2024
Webinar to shed light on paediatric concussion care
BARWON Health is set to host a webinar bringing together specialists from McKellar Kids Rehab and an audience of parents, coaches, and teachers to...
February 27, 2024
GMHBA, Cats team up to improve youth mental health
FIVE Geelong schools are set to benefit from a partnership between GMHBA Health Insurance and the Geelong Football Club, aimed at tackling the mental...
February 26, 2024
Victorian payroll tax may double regional emergency department visits
THE Victorian government's new payroll tax on medical clinics could see emergency department visits surge, potentially affecting the state budget by a $1 billion...
February 24, 2024
Deakin University celebrates its largest graduating class
DEAKIN University is set to celebrate its largest ever graduating class with more than 4,400 students participating in graduation ceremonies from February 13-22 at...
February 23, 2024
Geelong hosts digital innovation summit
THE City of Greater Geelong hosted a Digital Innovation Summit yesterday (Thursday, February 22), to boost local business growth through digital innovation. Supported by Business...
February 22, 2024
New veterans’ and families’ hub coming to Surf Coast and Geelong
THE Federal Government has announced a significant boost for veteran services in the Surf Coast and Geelong area, awarding RSL Victoria a $5.445 million...
February 22, 2024
Regional train strikes roll on
INDUSTRIAL action at regional passenger rail operator V/Line will continue today (Friday, February 23) when the union conducts the fourth four-hour work stoppage this...
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