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June 4, 2026
The lasting value of public libraries
THERE is something very special about watching a room full of children completely absorbed in a story. Last week, I had the pleasure of taking...
May 28, 2026
Supporting the stage that supports our community
FOR many people across the Bellarine, a trip to the Bellarine Arts Centre is about much more than simply watching a performance. It is where...
May 15, 2026
Planting for the future
GEELONG'S trees are such a big part of who we are and why we love where we live. In East Geelong, the Bunya Pines tower...
May 1, 2026
Bellarine shares in Geelong’s growth surge
OVER the past few months there has been a lot of discussion about growth across the Geelong region and what our future may look...
April 27, 2026
Creating space for connection on the Bellarine
TODAY is a very exciting day for young people living on the Bellarine, as the Ocean Grove Youth Program makes its highly anticipated return. The...
April 13, 2026
The importance of long-term planning
THERE'S a lot of construction happening on the Bellarine right now, with several major community and sporting projects starting to really take shape. One of...
April 2, 2026
Bike park works enter final stages
CONSTRUCTION on the Ocean Grove District Ride Centre is picking up speed, and I'm sure our riding community is itching to try out all...
March 30, 2026
The balance of progress and preservation
SINCE being elected to Council, one of my key areas of focus has been balancing progress with preservation. It's not always an easy balance, but...
March 23, 2026
Geelong’s building momentum
NYAAL Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre is one of the most significant developments in our region's recent history. Which is why I was thrilled...
February 27, 2026
Game on!
IT's game on for the Bellarine, with sports clubs from across the region securing vital funds in this year's round of Community Grants. A wide...
February 20, 2026
Simple steps can make a big difference
ONE of the most encouraging environmental stories I have seen recently did not start with a big strategy or a major funding announcement, but...
February 6, 2026
Take steps to mitigate fire risk
OUR state experienced extreme weather recently and we are incredibly fortunate to have not faced wide-reaching catastrophic fires within Greater Geelong. As temperatures rose to...
January 9, 2026
The Bellarine is buzzing
AS WE head into 2026, the Bellarine is buzzing with energy. Our summer calendars are filling fast, but if you are still looking for ways...
January 2, 2026
So much to look forward to this year
HAPPY New Year! I hope you enjoyed New Year’s Eve in style with friends, family and loved ones. I’m very excited about this year, as we...
December 7, 2025
The untold reality of international breaks
WITH the Matildas currently in Australia with a global array of stars, and the Socceroos just finishing an international tour of the USA, it...
November 28, 2025
Showing our stories on the big screen
I HAVE always enjoyed settling in to watch a good film. In 1967 I cut school to see the French classic Un homme et une...
November 21, 2025
Building the future of exports
THE recent Regional Export Roadshow, hosted by the City of Greater Geelong, reminded me just how strong our local business community really is. There was...
November 5, 2025
A time for reflection and growth
THERE are many things to celebrate at the beginning of December. The weather is finally warming up, holidays are just around the corner and...
October 3, 2025
Youth Council nomination period extended
DO YOU know a young person who wants to make a difference in their community? They might be someone who asks thoughtful questions, notices issues...
September 19, 2025
Events showcase our region
ONE of the things I love most about Geelong is the way our city comes alive when major events roll into town. These events bring...
August 22, 2025
Improving community health, wellbeing
HEALTHY, well-supported people are what make a region strong, connected and able to thrive. That's the thinking behind our new Community Health and Wellbeing Strategy...
August 15, 2025
Supporting healthy, locally grown food
RECENTLY I was very fortunate to visit several working farms on the Bellarine Peninsula, thanks to local farmers Fiona Conroy and Robyn Machin. Much of...
August 1, 2025
Grants to grow your group
OUR Community Grants deliver deserved funding to groups across Greater Geelong, and I'm pleased to announce that applications for this year's program are now...
July 25, 2025
The voices of youth
MORE than 3,500 young people from the Geelong region have spoken up in the City of Greater Geelong's latest Youth Survey. It's the largest response...
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