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September 22, 2022
August posts historically poor price performance
The national housing market suffered its largest monthly decline in almost 40 years in August according to latest property research. CoreLogic's Home Value Index declined...
September 22, 2022
Mixed market outlook for spring
A leading real estate economist has predicted the busy spring period to tilt in favour of buyers as more properties hit the market and...
September 22, 2022
Fix for city planning mistake
State planners have ticked off a minor planning scheme amendment to the Northern Geelong Growth Area to include a previously missed farming block in the...
September 22, 2022
BITTER TASTE: Port locals speak out against chocolate factory idea
PORTARLINGTON residents have rallied against a chocolaterie and farmstay business planned for the edge of town, with dozens of residents demonstrating against the project. Neighbours...
September 20, 2022
Festive store plans expansion
OCEAN Grove could soon have a timely boost to its Christmas cheer, with a locally owned festive shop applying to extend its opening hours...
September 18, 2022
Paddlers next in line for Games push
OCEAN paddle racing and outrigger canoeing are the latest coastal sports to dip their toes in the water of a Commonwealth Games bid, with...
September 16, 2022
Revamp planned for thriving Royal
THE new owners of Queenscliff's Royal Hotel want to expand their business following a successful first year in the heritage building's latest era. The Borough...
September 16, 2022
Housing plan for Queenscliff heritage site
THE SISTERS of Mercy are aiming to cash in on a beachside Queenscliff property with a plan to build nine new houses at its...
September 15, 2022
Take a ride on the Submarine Adventure
Theatre 3triple2 for Kids have been presenting quality and affordable family entertainment since 2004. Based at the Potato Shed in Drysdale, audiences await each school...
September 15, 2022
Local builds clean up at regional housing awards
SURF Coast, Bellarine and Geelong builders have been recognised as among the region's best at a Torquay awards ceremony. Housing Industry Australia hosted its Western...
September 15, 2022
Approval for Leopold greenfield rezone
The state government has ticked off a plan to rezone a housing growth corridor at Leopold in a change that would fill one of...
September 15, 2022
Info sessions for new gas terminal
A COMPANY behind a second planned gas import terminal in Port Phillip Bay will host community information sessions this weekend as it prepares its...
September 12, 2022
Pool advocates hopeful for indoor solution
NORTH Bellarine pool campaigners say there's renewed optimism that governments will come to the party and help fund an indoor aquatic centre. The North Bellarine...
September 12, 2022
St Leonards townhouse plan blocked again
VICTORIA'S planning umpire has upheld a Geelong council decision to block a plan to split a 10-bedroom house into five separate units on the...
September 11, 2022
Next-gen leaders take charge of environment forum
SURF COAST primary school students took their turn to be teachers to share their knowledge and experience with their peers. Schools from the Torquay and...
September 9, 2022
Chocolate factory idea for heritage farm
A HERITAGE-LISTED property at the edge of Portarlington would become a chocolaterie and farm stay business under a planning proposal lodged with Geelong council. Bellarine...
September 8, 2022
Aussie influencers get a taste for Lorne
A renovation power couple has brought their unique and captivating style to the Surf Coast, with a Lorne beach house the latest project to...
September 8, 2022
Safe as houses: Neighbourhood hubs lock in state funding
BELLARINE neighbourhood houses have their futures secure for years to come after the state government answered an industry call to lock in vital funding...
September 8, 2022
Governments agree on construction code
Building ministers have signed off on changes to national building regulations including increased energy-efficiency disability access requirements. Sweeping changes to the National Construction Code (NCC)...
September 8, 2022
Teacher training on offer for swim courses
A STATE-funded swimming school is short of teachers for its coming summer program and is calling out for local beach experts to share their...
September 7, 2022
Sport leader to chair Games board
OUTGOING Richmond Football Club president Peggy O'Neal will play a lead role in the delivery of the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The industry trailblazer, who was...
September 5, 2022
Build delay for skate rink
ST LEONARDS skate park will be out of action for at least another year after procurement problems delayed an upgrade project. The City of Greater...
September 4, 2022
Labour shortage could worsen: report
THE BARWON region must find an extra 18,300 workers by the end of 2025 to meet its employment demand according to a new workforce...
September 2, 2022
Progress for civic centre
THE CITY of Greater Geelong is fielding interest for construction of its Drysdale Town Square upgrade project, which is now open for tender. COGG is...
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