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October 14, 2022
More concern at rocketing rents
Torquay, the Bellarine and Geelong have dominated a new list of priciest regional rental locations as housing advocates renew calls for greater government investment...
October 14, 2022
Value decline flattens for start of spring
Property market researchers are hopeful the property market is showing signs of marginal improvement despite another value drop in September. CoreLogic's Home Value Index recorded...
October 14, 2022
New street benchmark follows record-setting trend
A new record for Geelong's Kilgour Street has followed a bumper sales period at the top end of the city's real estate market. McGrath Estate...
October 14, 2022
Hot auctions raise confidence for lucrative spring
A weekend of strong auction results for Surf Coast vendors has raised hopes that the region could dodge the worst impacts of the present...
October 13, 2022
Half-price trains under Liberal pledge
A STATE Liberal Government would halve the cost of V/Line services in a move the party said could save Geelong families thousands of dollars...
October 10, 2022
Re-visit for Geelong tree plan
THE City of Greater Geelong has tweaked two-year-old vegetation rules to provide greater clarity around the guidelines. The council's Tree Management Policy is again open...
October 6, 2022
Fears helipad idea could threaten bird species
A PROPERTY developer has applied to build a private helipad near Swan Bay as state authorities consider expanding the neighbouring Ramsar wetland. Environmentalists are rallying...
October 4, 2022
Environment HQ tops Bellarine groups five-year want list
BELLARINE Catchment Network (BCN) is dreaming of a dedicated, centralised facility as a new headquarters for its range of environmental agencies and initiatives, under...
October 3, 2022
Heads of ocean festival considering event’s future
BARWON HEADS' Festival of the Sea could have had its last coastal celebration, with committee members to meet next week to decide the event's...
October 3, 2022
Jirrahlinga opens new central Vic site
WILDLIFE sanctuary Jirrahlinga has started its new life in central Victoria after shutting its doors at Barwon Heads earlier this year. The conservation centre has...
October 3, 2022
Point rock wall complete
A SECOND upgrade of a Portarlington boat ramp has finished, which authorities hope will reduce sea grass build up at the launching facility. Better Boating...
October 1, 2022
Deposit hurdle lowered for first home buyers
FIRST home buyers will be able to enter the housing market with just a five per cent deposit from next month as the new...
September 30, 2022
Advocates call for heritage intervention on Port farm plan
GEELONG region heritage advocates hope developers and planning authorities will modify a planning application for a planned hospitality and tourism business at a protected...
September 30, 2022
Labor promises to chip in $2.4m for Seagulls revamp
LABOR Bellarine candidate Alison Marchant has promised $2.4 million for an upgrade of Barwon Heads Football Netball Club's clubrooms if the party retains government...
September 29, 2022
Family day, land auction for Ocean Grove estate
AN Oakdene Estate family day will return next month after a COVID-caused hiatus as the latest land release for the Ocean Grove community goes...
September 29, 2022
National rent vacancies dip below one per cent
RENT vacancies are continuing to fall from historically low levels, with leading researchers and advocates agreeing that the sector is in crisis. Property researcher SQM...
September 29, 2022
Chance to reflect on fallen police
GEELONG region residents will pause and reflect today on Victoria Police members who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Today (Thursday,...
September 29, 2022
Planners want state cash to speed up land releases
The national peak body for town planners is calling for greater investment in regional housing infrastructure to speed up development in growth areas. Planning Institute...
September 27, 2022
Federal boost for migrant workers
GEELONG region tourism leaders have welcomed federal government moves to boost Australia's international workforce as a positive step towards easing labour pressure. More migrants would...
September 27, 2022
STRONG SIGNAL: Phone tower planned for future housing area
A MOBILE infrastructure builder is seeking pre-approval for an Armstrong Creek phone tower to improve coverage at a mobile blackspot. Stilmark has applied to the...
September 25, 2022
Geelong festival plans to expand
A DAY On The Green organisers want more punters, more often at the festival's Geelong home under plans lodged with Geelong council. The City of...
September 25, 2022
Helpful hub for inbound Tas travellers
GEELONG region businesses will have the chance to spruik their offerings to incoming travellers from next month through a Spirit of Tasmania tourism information...
September 23, 2022
Growth plan maps path to $2b industry
INDUSTRY leaders expect greater Geelong's tourism economy to be worth more than $2 billion within 10 years as they finalise roadmap for sustainable growth...
September 22, 2022
Regional win for luxurious Metricon display
A FYANSFORD display home has won acclaim as a standout in its field, with Metricon's design being awarded the best in western Victoria. The Artisan...
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