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August 12, 2022
Andrews breaks ground on Geelong parenting centre
PREMIER Daniel Andrews was in Geelong this morning to mark the start of construction for a new Early Parenting Centre. Mr Andrews turned the first...
August 12, 2022
Builders want more action to protect growth
HOME building industry leaders have called for more federal government action to curb inflation as it reveals its "grave concern" about the impact of...
August 12, 2022
Geelong leapfrogs Melbourne for home value
GEELONG's median house price has surpassed Melbourne's as the region weathered a recent market downturn better than its metropolitan neighbour. CoreLogic data showed Geelong region,...
August 12, 2022
Riverfront lifestyle awaits at Winchelsea
THE LATEST chance for an idyllic rural lifestyle at Winchelsea is hitting the market. McCartney Real Estate will soon release new lots in central Winchelsea...
August 11, 2022
Cycling for SIDS support
A PELOTON of local riders will embark on a 100-kilometre tour of Geelong and the Bellarine this weekend to raise money for an annual...
August 11, 2022
Advocates assemble to protect their towns
BELLARINE community activists will rally at St Leonards this weekend to send an emphatic message to state politicians ahead of a final decision on...
August 7, 2022
Top rating for Geelong track
GEELONG Racecourse earned official recognition as the cream of regional Victoria when its track surface won an award at an industry conference last week. Geelong...
August 4, 2022
Business chamber reveals award shortlist
GEELONG Chamber of Commerce has announced finalists for its prestigious Business Excellence Awards. Local business leaders will gather at GMHBA Stadium on October 27 to...
August 4, 2022
Green groups hit out at port gas deal
GEELONGPORT has agreed a deal with Viva Energy to build a gas import terminal just days after opposing the project in a public submissions...
August 4, 2022
Stamp duty set to stay
The Victorian government says it has no plans at the moment to heed a property industry call for stamp duty reform. The state treasury has...
August 4, 2022
Inflation highest in more than 30 years
Australia has recorded its worst inflation outcome since the introduction of the GST, potentially locking in another interest rate rise by the central bank. The...
August 4, 2022
New framework for developer costs
An updated infrastructure contribution framework is now in effect for Torquay and Jan Juc, outlining payments developers must make for community facilities when building...
August 1, 2022
Band night a perfect start for arts hub
A $10,000 community donation has kicked off a fit-out of the newly opened Barwon Heads Arts and Community Hub. Barwon Heads Arts Council hosted a...
August 1, 2022
City lands on Grove bike park idea
OCEAN Grove will soon get its first look at a much-anticipated bike park proposed for Kingston Park. The City of Greater Geelong will this week...
July 31, 2022
Wrap yourself in woolstore’s history
A FAMOUS Geelong building will celebrate its 150-year anniversary next week, with its present custodians inviting the community to absorb the institution's illustrious history. CJ...
July 29, 2022
Local buyers hit brakes amid rate rise concern
PROPERTY markets will cool down until next year, a Torquay broker says, as buyers baulk at looming interest rate rises in coming months. But most...
July 29, 2022
Future Torquay North housing block for sale
One of Torquay's last developable land lots has hit the market, with selling agents spruiking an opportunity for hundreds more residential properties. South Melbourne-based Core...
July 28, 2022
Green groups oppose second gas project
AN APPLICATION for a second floating gas import terminal near Geelong could be submitted within months. Geelong environmentalists have already hit out at the proposal,...
July 27, 2022
Local nod for Lobster Pot
VOLUNTEERS of a Barwon Heads historical institution have won earned local recognition as residents eagerly await the centre's reopening. Barwon Estuary Heritage Centre, known as...
July 26, 2022
Progress, praise for grassroots housing build
A COMMUNITY-funded disability accommodation site at Ocean Grove should start construction early next year, while a local group has earned international recognition for its...
July 25, 2022
Rail bridge taking shape
A MARSHALL rail crossing bridge is taking shape and a busy Belmont intersection has reopened to traffic as a major upgrade to Barwon Heads...
July 23, 2022
Rezone plan with Minister
VICTORIA'S Planning Minister is considering a large-scale rezone plan to create hundreds more housing lots at Leopold. The City of Greater Geelong has submitted its...
July 22, 2022
Dutch heading to Geelong for T20 World Cup
THE NETHERLANDS has earned the final place in October's T20 World Cup draw and is on its way to Geelong for the tournament. An International...
July 22, 2022
Airport signals chief arrival
FORMER Melbourne Airport leader Tony Brun will take over as chief executive officer at Avalon Airport later this year. Mr Brun will step down from...
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