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.

Posts by: Angus Smith

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...

December 8, 2023

Villawood Properties secures three UDIA Vic Awards

Villawood Properties has achieved a remarkable feat clinching three prestigious accolades at this year's Urban Development Institute of Australia Victorian Excellence Awards. The national developer's...

December 8, 2023

Geelong Gallery and Searoad Ferries shine at 2023 Victorian Tourism Awards

EIGHT local tourism operators have triumphed at the 2023 Victorian Tourism Awards, each securing top honours in their respective categories. Hosted by the Victorian Tourism...

December 8, 2023

Villawood Properties secures three UDIA Vic Awards

Villawood Properties has achieved a remarkable feat clinching three prestigious accolades at this year's Urban Development Institute of Australia Victorian Excellence Awards. The national developer's...

December 6, 2023

Local volunteer organisation bringing the renewable energy transition to small business

100% CLEAN Bellarine is conducting free energy audits in the Ocean Grove Industrial Estate throughout December as part of their "RE-lectrify the Ocean Grove...

December 5, 2023

Petition to remove Winki Pop surfcam gains momentum

SURFRIDER Foundation Surf Coast Branch has teamed up with two leading Deakin University surveillance experts to call for the removal of a web camera...

December 3, 2023

Better parental leave coming to the region

LOCAL parents are celebrating the introduction of the Paid Parental Leave Amendment (More Support for Working Families) Bill 2023. The Senate referred the bill to...

December 3, 2023

Foster carers needed for Christmas

GEELONG Animal Welfare Society (GAWS) is calling on members of the public to volunteer as foster carers this Christmas as the number of dogs...

November 27, 2023

Regional roads labelled a “dangerous disgrace”

NEW research has found that regional roads are a "dangerous disgrace" and recommended the federal government boost funding so councils can better manage their...