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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...
September 12, 2019
What’s the timeline?
WITH OCEAN GROVE REAL ESTATE The property sale timeline is one of the most underrated key factors in ensuring you receive your premium price. Have you...
September 2, 2019
Why dead trees should be removed from your yard
Trees are essential to keep the perfect balance of nature, and ward off the pollution brought about by carbon-emitting vehicles, appliances, and equipment we...
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