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Keep meditation in mind

The basis for sound mental health is doing the basics of living well with quality sleep, nutrition and activity.

Certainty in uncertain times with Kip McGrath

In uncertain times, it’s important to make sure children are able to keep up with their education, whether in support of the work in...

Looking after your kids all day long

Sian is a local mum of four with more than 20 years’ experience of working in early years education and childcare.

Councillor’s Column: Bruce Harwood from the City of Greater Geelong, March 19

INTERESTING times indeed. A new viral strain has hit the world with such force that it has caused us to rethink how we live...

Mayor’s Column: Ross Ebbels from the Borough of Queenscliffe, March 12

THE Queenscliffe Literary Festival has fast established itself as one of the hottest tickets in town for anyone with a love for the written...

Ocean Grove Real Estate: Send in the dogs

ANIMAL lovers across Victoria celebrated last week, with the latest renting reforms coming into effect. While it’s clear renters across the state are excited to...

Epworth HealthCare celebrates 100 years of care

This month, Epworth HealthCare celebrates 100 years of care. From early beginnings in 1920 as a 25-bed community hospital in Richmond, Epworth has grown to...

Mayor’s Column: Stephanie Asher from the City of Greater Geelong

MIDDLE ground can sometimes be an uncomfortable space to sit. The place between two passionate viewpoints is rarely a place of peace and tranquillity,...

New team and new ideas at the Grand Hotel Portarlington

There is much excitement around the changing of the guard at the historic 133-year-old Grand Hotel, proudly positioned front and centre in Newcombe Street...

Catholics – where to now?

AUSTRALIA'S Catholic Church will hold a Plenary Council in October, the first in 80 years. As part of the process of setting the agenda, the...

Mayor’s column, February 27: Ross Ebbels from the Borough of Queenscliffe

THE Avenue of Honour will soon be supplemented with new trees as part of a trial to plant Monterey cypress in the Avenue’s existing...

Signs you need oral and maxillofacial surgery

Anyone who has ever dealt with the pain of a broken tooth can attest to the fact that having a tooth problem can be...

Councillor’s Column: Cr Ron Nelson from the City of Greater Geelong

Looking after student safety As the population grows and new schools open in Armstrong Creek, it’s absolutely crucial that all students can get to school...

Mayor’s Column, February 13: Cr Ross Ebbels from the Borough of Queenscliffe

Our free Wiser Driver course returns this March Wisdom may certainly come with age but, if you’re 60 or older, driving on our roads today...

Mayor’s Column: Borough of Queenscliffe mayor Ross Ebbels

Australia Day Awards Last Sunday’s community celebrations marked a significant date in our calendar as the Borough of Queenscliffe came together to celebrate Australia Day....

Sarah’s ready for race day

Here's the third exclusive column from Australian road cyclist Sarah Gigante in the lead-up to this week's Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. It's race...

Armstrong Green is retirement living, but not as you know it

Welcome to your new home at Armstrong Green by RCA Villages. Spacious and light-filled, our modern, coastal-style residences offer all the creature comforts, so...

Mayor’s Column: Cr Ross Ebbels from the Borough of Queenscliffe

Bushfire response As our nation battles some of its worst ever bushfires, it’s been heartening to see the overwhelming response at a grassroots level towards...

Geelong attractions closed due to air quality concerns

Air quality concerns have forced the closure of a number of public attractions in Geelong as the smoke haze from the Gippsland fires continues...

Summer fiesta fun at Lifestyle Mount Duneed grand opening

Who among us can confidently declare that their home features stone benchtops, brand-new stainless-steel appliances, and a fully maintained front garden, all within a...

Councillor Column: Cr Trent Sullivan from the City of Greater Geelong

Welcome to the New Year Happy new year to all members of our community and those visiting for the summer. January is a brilliant time where...

Mussel up and head to Portarlington

One of the Bellarine’s favourite annual events, the Portarlington Mussel Festival, is coming to town on January 11. This year marks the 14th anniversary of...

Life’s a beach in Ocean Grove

WHEN the mercury soars, there is one guaranteed way to keep things cool - head for the beach!

Mayor’s Column: Borough of Queenscliffe mayor Ross Ebbels

Happy New Year A Happy New Year to everyone in the Borough! As I mentioned in my inaugural speech, my focus for Council this year...