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.
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...
November 26, 2023
Christmas chaos: V/Line workers vote on December strikes
V/Line trains between Melbourne and Geelong could shut down in the lead up to Christmas if Rail Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) members vote...
November 26, 2023
BioBlitz survey begins
THE largest citizen science event in the southern hemisphere starts today (Friday, November 24) and runs until Monday, November 27. The goal of the Great...
November 24, 2023
Rental affordability crisis hits home: Region tops most expensive list
NEW Rental Affordability Index data has revealed rental properties across the Surf Coast are among the most expensive in regional Victoria. The Rental Affordability Index...
November 24, 2023
Peace vigil mourns lives lost
FRIENDS of Palestine-Torquay held a vigil for Gaza last week on the Cosy Corner foreshore where speakers called for peace and an immediate ceasefire. A...
November 24, 2023
Custom design with space and style
A four-bedroom impeccably presented and super-stylish family home bathed in natural light awaits you at 12 Cottage Crescent, Torquay. This custom-designed residence, crafted over two...
November 22, 2023
Junior doctors’ wage battle with Barwon Health
JUNIOR doctors are suing Barwon Health and other health services across Victoria for what they claim are systemic problems with excessive hours and widespread...
November 22, 2023
Portarlington pier section closed due to safety concerns
PARKS Victoria has closed part of the popular Portarlington Pier and Breakwater due to the instability of the northern arm of the structure. The unstable...
November 21, 2023
St Leonards Moonah tree earns state-level recognition
A 90-year-old tree gracing the St Leonards foreshore has recently achieved recognition at the state level. The Moonah tree, situated in the Foreshore Reserve opposite...
November 21, 2023
Barwon Coast unveils engagement framework
BARWON Coast Committee of Management Inc (Barwon Coast) has released its final Community Engagement Framework. Barwon Coast has been delegated to manage the coastal areas...
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