About: Angus Smith
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- Angus Smith is editor of the Times News Group’s Northern Rivers publications, overseeing editorial direction for the Byron Coast Times, Lismore Times, Tweed Coast Times and Ballina Times.
January 31, 2024
Geelong Gallery unveils 2024 program
GEELONG Gallery is set to dazzle art enthusiasts in 2024 with a diverse array of exhibitions, showcasing everything from contemporary Australian printmaking to major...
January 31, 2024
Suburbs in extreme rental crisis
NEW data has revealed almost half of all Australian suburbs are in extreme rental pain, according to property research group Suburbtrends. The "Rental Pain Index"...
January 30, 2024
Staff wanted as labour market remains tight
NEW figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) show the labour market remains relatively tight, with job vacancies 71 per cent higher than...
January 29, 2024
Heartbreak as hooded plover chicks perish
TWO separate families of hooded plover chicks have succumbed to the perils of nature shortly after hatching on the Barwon Coast. At 20W Bukareeyoo, one...
January 28, 2024
Green power surge: Geelong’s business energy revolution
THE City of Greater Geelong, in partnership with more than 50 Victorian councils, has created the Business Renewables Buyers Group, a move that consolidates...
January 26, 2024
Push to relocate Queenscliff EV bowsers
THE Borough of Queenscliffe is under growing pressure to relocate two electric vehicle (EV) charging stations away from a historic residential street. The fast chargers,...
January 25, 2024
Exclusive access to the Australian Open with Port Phillip Ferries
PORT Phillip Ferries has teamed up with AO Travel to offer exclusive Australian Open ticket and ferry packages. These packages include premium seats at Rod...
January 25, 2024
Beware of blue-ringed octopuses near Clifton Springs
CLIFTON SPRINGS Curlewis Coastcare has issued a warning about blue-ring octopuses, following multiple sightings at the Clifton Springs boat ramp and at The Dell. The...
January 24, 2024
VCAT approves St Albans Park subdivision
VICTORIA'S planning umpire has approved a controversial St Albans Park subdivision. The application to Greater Geelong Council was for a permit to develop the land...
January 23, 2024
Portarlington’s $30M hotel rejected by City of Greater Geelong
THE City of Greater Geelong has rejected plans for the Drooping Sheoak hotel and wellness centre, a five-story, $30 million development initially planned for...
January 22, 2024
Union to shut down regional train network again
V/LINE workers will strike again next week after union and company representatives failed to find common ground in enterprise agreement negotiations. The Rail Tram and...
January 22, 2024
Victorian government to crack down on pushy showerhead salespeople
THE State Government is moving to crack down on the tactics of pushy salespeople offering free water-saving showerheads. Residents have reported an increase in the...
January 21, 2024
Epworth Geelong celebrates 20th anniversary of robotic surgery in Australia
Inspired by a surgical revolution he witnessed in the USA, urologist Professor Tony Costello spearheaded the introduction of robotic surgery in Australia. "I had seen...
January 19, 2024
Torquay’s coastal gem: stately 7-bedroom beach house set for auction
IN A STRIKING revelation to the Torquay real estate scene, a luxurious 7-bedroom beach house is set to go under the hammer this February. Nestled...
January 19, 2024
A Coastal Haven at 1/4 Park Lane, Torquay
Torquay's vibrant real estate market is set to be stirred with the listing of a delightful 3-bedroom beach residence at 1/4 Park Lane. This single-level...
January 19, 2024
Rescuers report worst rip currents ever seen on coast
A HARROWING weekend marked by rips, rescues, and tragic drownings along Victoria's coastline has prompted lifesavers to issue an urgent warning. Surfer Jack Minter was...
January 19, 2024
VCAT rejects proposed children’s farm and function centre in Connewarre
THE Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) has upheld a decision of the City of Greater Geelong council to refuse a permit to build...
January 19, 2024
A rare chance to acquire Torquay’s premier property: 82 the esplanade
Auction details: Saturday, 3rd February 2024, 1.30 pm EMBRACE the epitome of Surf Coast living at 82 The Esplanade, Torquay VIC 3228. The property is spread...
January 18, 2024
Melbourne restaurants pop up in Freshwater Creek
MELBOURNE restaurants Hazel, Dessous and Lilac Wine Bar have embarked on a culinary journey in Freshwater Creek for the month of January. Chefs from each...
January 18, 2024
Thousands celebrate Mussel Festival
THOUSANDS of Bellarine residents and visitors turned out to celebrate the 2024 Portarlington Mussel Festival. Portarlington Mussel Tours and Sea Bounty founder Lance Wiffen said...
January 17, 2024
Queenscliffe to honour community members with annual awards
THE Borough of Queenscliffe has opened nominations for its Annual Community Service Awards. Each year, the awards are announced during National Volunteer Week. The awards recognise...
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,...
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