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January 13, 2023
The 2023 housing market: what to expect
WITH DANIEL SENIA If you are thinking of buying or building a home in the next 12 months, it pays to be prepared for what...
January 6, 2023
Hired help makes DIY more doable
WITH REALESTATEVIEW.COM.AU With the holiday season here, many Aussies have lit-up their home with festive decorations. Others will use their leave time to tackle a...
January 6, 2023
2022 in Review. What Just Happened??
BY GARETH KENT Director, Preston Rowe Patterson This year has been harder on people than the previous COVID years combined. I think everyone has found it hard to...
December 30, 2022
Financial Resolutions for 2023
BY LEIGH DELEDIO Director, UFinancial 2023 is almost here. As is customary at this time of the year, people take some time to reflect on the...
December 23, 2022
Council recognises MP’s service for Greater Geelong region
LAST week's Council's meeting was significant for a number of reasons. One of those was that we endorsed the establishment of a civic City of...
December 23, 2022
Aquatic and leisure centre build passes halfway mark
A major milestone has been met on one of the Bellarine's biggest capital projects. Builders have passed the halfway mark on the first stage of...
December 16, 2022
Region benefits culturally and economically from music events
Whether it's on the streets, in our small venues or our major festival sites, it's been a memorable year for live music in Geelong. Our...
December 16, 2022
How to plan for interest rate rises
By Daniel Senia Knowing when to expect interest rate rises in Australia and how to prepare your budget accordingly will mean that you are better...
December 9, 2022
Transport, community, tourist and cultural infrastructure important for livable city
EARLIER this year, Council released its Priority Projects document. In it was a list of essential transport, community, tourist and cultural infrastructure projects that have...
December 9, 2022
Come for the lifestyle, stay for the care
Ocean Mist Aged Care is located in Torquay. Staff and management focus on ensuring that residents are provided the time and support to adapt to...
December 9, 2022
Let your coastal living dreams set sail
Live bigger at Lifestyle Bellarine and Lifestyle St Leonards. If you're dreaming about downsizing to your slice of paradise on the Bellarine Peninsula, add Lifestyle...
December 9, 2022
Final stages selling fast at Bellarine Lakes Country Club
Bellarine Lakes Country Club continues to attract overwhelming interest in this thriving community. Finals stages are now selling and strong interest has seen more than...
December 9, 2022
Holiday, every day
Do you dream of the relaxation of resort style-living, in a close-knit and thriving community? Get the best of both worlds at Bellarine Springs. Longing...
December 9, 2022
Local aged care worker’s dedication pays off
Country to Coast Home Care Services, founded by Surf Coast resident Lucy Lincoln, delivers in-home care services to our local seniors. Ms Lincoln said what...
December 9, 2022
Travellers embrace the return of luxury coach tours with Christians
Following a turbulent few years for the travel industry, Christians Bus is thrilled to be on the road again, taking loyal clients to see...
November 29, 2022
Fear Comm Games may worsen housing crisis
BY MIBENGE NSENDULUKA/AAP LOW income earners and Indigenous communities across regional Victoria will be most impacted by a potential rise in housing costs brought on...
November 25, 2022
Considering an investment in industrial property?
BY GARETH KENT Director, Preston Rowe Paterson Over the past three years, we have changed the way we live, work, play and more importantly shop. Australia is...
November 25, 2022
Humbled, thrilled and ready to serve as your Deputy Mayor
I AM THRILLED to be writing my first column to you in my new position as Deputy Mayor of the City of Greater Geelong. I...
November 11, 2022
Prostate health
With Direct Chemist Outlet The prostate is a gland in the male reproductive system about the size of a walnut, situated just below the bladder...
November 4, 2022
Christmas is coming to Geelong
Geelong is once again set be the centre of attention across the country as we launch our 2022 Christmas program, highlighted by the world-famous...
October 28, 2022
Join Youth Council to create a positive change
I have always loved politics. Regardless of which tier of government, I find the entire process captivating. It is something I think more people should be...
October 28, 2022
Breakdown on City’s budget
Like most organisations, the last two years threw multiple budgeting challenges at the City of Greater Geelong. Council adopted seven COVID-19 support packages over 2020...
October 14, 2022
Getting back to being you
WITH EPWORTH GEELONG Looking after your mental wellbeing after having a baby is key to your physical recovery. Research has found practicing mindfulness can actually help...
October 14, 2022
Major changes are coming to Victorian home designs
WITH DANIEL SENIA The latest iteration of the National Construction Code (NCC) has been released this month and includes the most significant set of code...
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