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January 16, 2020

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...

January 15, 2020

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...

January 9, 2020

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...

January 9, 2020

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...

January 2, 2020

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...

January 2, 2020

Life’s a beach in Ocean Grove

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

January 2, 2020

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...

December 30, 2019

Otways parks closed due to fire risk

As the predicted heatwave moves across the state, Forest Fire Management has closed two popular parks during today's declared period of Extreme fire danger. The...

December 29, 2019

Avoid the Otways on Monday, Surf Coast Shire to close services

WITH extreme weather conditions forcing the abandonment of the Falls Festival at Lorne today, Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) is urging people to avoid...

December 24, 2019

Cool down this summer and win an air conditioner with Harvey Norman

HARVEY Norman Waurn Ponds is offering Times News Group readers the chance to win a Fujitsu 7kW Reverse Cycle Split System Air Conditioner valued...

December 19, 2019

Beat the heat this week

WITH the Bellarine Peninsula expecting peak temperatures over 40C this week, Ambulance Victoria wants residents to take care when the predicted heatwave arrives. Justin Dunlop,...

December 18, 2019

Win tickets and a reserved table at the Great Australian Beer Festival

THE eighth annual Great Australian Beer Festival (GABF) Geelong is moving to a new home in central Geelong on January 18. Johnstone Park in...

December 12, 2019

Kingston Village opens for business

THE long-awaited and much anticipated Kingston Village shopping centre opened its doors last week, with plenty of celebrations to mark the event. [caption id="attachment_29406" align="alignnone"...

December 12, 2019

Toy Run backs local charities

BRIGHTLY decorated motorbikes of all sizes thundered around the Bellarine Peninsula on Sunday, as more than 1,500 riders came together for the annual Geelong...

December 12, 2019

It’s moments like this you need Minty

POINT Lonsdale Civic Association president Rob Minty will replace outgoing Borough of Queenscliffe councillor Tony Francis, after he was forced to vacate the position. As...

December 5, 2019

Newly Minty-ed councillor for Queenscliffe

ROBERT Minty has been declared as the new councillor for the Borough of Queenscliffe. A countback by the Victorian Electoral...

December 5, 2019

BESPOKE BUDGET: Borough residents voice their priorities

COMMUNITY complaints about local council spending are nothing new, but inviting residents to have a say in Budget planning marks a new approach for...

December 5, 2019

Star writers on The Bellarine

THE annual Queenscliffe Rotary writing competition attracted plenty of entries from across the Bellarine Peninsula, covering Year 5 and 6 primary school pupils. Pupils had...

November 29, 2019

Geelong commuters, set your alarm clock to cruise control

There will be an abundance of celebrations on Monday December 2 at 6.45 am, when we set sail on the first official cruise from...

November 28, 2019

Woolworths Kingston Village opens soon

IT'S AN EXCITING time for Ocean Grove locals, with the grand opening of the fresh new Woolworths Kingston Village at 9am on Wednesday, December...

November 28, 2019

Surf safety ambassadors sought

HELP us increase awareness of water safety this summer and keep visitors to the Surf Coast safe. This summer, we are seeking businesses and accommodation...

September 13, 2019

Spring into summer with Torq F1t Training Solutions’ new challenge

Torq F1t’s six-week challenge “Spring into summer” is about being the best version of yourself. It’s about feeling great, feeling strong and as a...

September 12, 2019

Tips for creating the perfect kitchen

It’s often said the kitchen is the heart of every home.   With so many different designs, styles and inclusions on offer, the average homeowner...

September 12, 2019

Get your dream kitchen with Dream Doors

Dream Doors Kitchens is a global brand known for our amazing kitchen facelifts. We make use of as much of your existing kitchen structure as...