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

January 16, 2024

Sunset Run returns to Bellarine

THE Bellarine's most scenic run returns this summer with the ninth annual Flying Brick Bellarine Sunset Run, set to take place between Portarlington and...

January 16, 2024

Dramatic night at sea: Investigation sheds light on Port Phillip boat wreck

VICTORIA'S Office of the Chief Investigator of Transport Safety, has released a preliminary report on a transport safety investigation into the grounding and wreck...

January 15, 2024

Barwon Coast releases final Caravan and Camping Parks Master Plan

BARWON Coast has completed a comprehensive 10-year Master Plan for its managed caravan and camping parks, including Breamlea Caravan Park, Barwon Head Caravan Park,...

January 15, 2024

Barwon Coast welcomes new CEO

BARWON Coast has appointed Gareth Smith as their new CEO. Gareth, previously serving as the director of city planning and economy at the City of...

January 12, 2024

Historic elegance in old torquay: 4 Pride Street

Auction Details: Saturday, 3rd February 2024 at 12 pm STEP back in time with this captivating period home in Old Torquay, a quintessential representation of...

January 12, 2024

Region awash with pushy showerhead salespeople

A WAVE of door-to-door salespeople offering free showerhead replacements has caused concern among local residents. The salespeople, often implying they are conducting official state government...

January 11, 2024

Hundreds of residents rally in Ocean Grove against seismic blasting

HUNDREDS of Ocean Grove locals have taken to the streets to protest seismic blasting in the Otway Basin. The rally, organised by the Otway Coastal Environment...

January 7, 2024

NRMA warns of risks of children and pets locked in cars

THE NRMA has released new research highlighting that shopping centres are the most frequent locations where children and pets are accidentally locked in cars. Over...

January 7, 2024

Victorians encouraged to enhance home security and update insurance

RACV and Neighbourhood Watch are reminding residents in our region to improve their home safety measures and keep their home insurance current this year. This...

January 2, 2024

Women in community life awards nominations open

THE City of Greater Geelong 2024 Women in Community Life Awards are now open for nominations. These annual awards celebrate the significant contributions of women...

December 31, 2023

Lifesavers celebrate 50 years of helicopter service

SURF Life Saving Australia is closing out the year with a celebration of 50 years of their helicopter service. Launched in 1973 with a $25,000...

December 30, 2023

Wedding bells ring out in record year

THE Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has revealed new data that shows a record number of marriages registered in 2022, marking a significant rebound...

December 29, 2023

New youth hub for Geelong

THE City of Greater Geelong will open a Geelong Youth Hub within the Busport building in central Geelong as part of a two-year pilot...

December 28, 2023

Nyaal Banyul Project achieves key financial milestone

Clayton Utz has successfully guided the financial close of the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre project, paving the way for project commencement. The...

December 28, 2023

Anglesea Roo Run celebrates tenth anniversary

THE Anglesea Roo Run marked its tenth anniversary on Wednesday night, showcasing strength and community spirit. Organiser Mick Collins said it was the biggest and...

December 27, 2023

Country Road opens Lorne store

COUNTRY Road has opened its newest store in Lorne, marking a significant expansion for the well-known Australian lifestyle brand. The Lorne store, which began welcoming...

December 27, 2023

Public input sought into major events strategy

THE City of Greater Geelong is actively seeking community feedback on its new Major Events Attraction Strategy, with the aim of transforming Geelong into...

December 25, 2023

Swim between the flags this Christmas

DECEMBER is Water Safety Month, and Life Saving Victoria is urgently reminding beach users to swim between the flags. As part of the month the...

December 22, 2023

“The Concrete House” a modern masterpiece in the Sands Estate

Immerse yourself in the epitome of modern elegance at Torquay's "Concrete House", a masterpiece crafted by the renowned Auhaus Architecture. This architectural gem, featuring four...

December 21, 2023

Stars shine bright at The Gordon

The Gordon has celebrated the exceptional talents of its students in hairdressing, beauty therapy, and barbering at their annual Shining Stars event. The event took...

December 15, 2023

AFL Barwon joins Mayor in calling for commonwealth games funds redirect

CITY OF GREATER Geelong Mayor Trent Sullivan has written to Premier Jacinta Allan to request she redirect Commonwealth Games legacy funding from a proposed...

December 13, 2023

Summer dog orders now enforced

SUMMER dog regulations are now in effect and animal management officers are out in force to ensure compliance. On the Surf Coast, summer timeshare restrictions...

December 12, 2023

Six Bellarine Karateka Champions arrive in Chilie for World Cup

SIX competitors from Bellarine Kyokushin are set to participate in the sixth International Kyokushin Organisation (IKO) World Cup in Santiago, Chile, on December 9...

December 10, 2023

V/Line workers vote to strike

V/LINE operations staff overwhelmingly voted in favour of taking industrial action, which will bring trains between Melbourne and Geelong to a standstill later this...