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July 1, 2024
More power for Minister, stronger code of conduct: Local government reforms pass
THE state government last week, with the support of the Liberal Party, passed a raft of local government reforms through the upper house. The reforms...
July 1, 2024
Fire Rescue Victoria seeks diverse recruits
FIRE Rescue Victoria (FRV) is seeking to recruit a new cohort of career firefighters who will be deployed to stations across the state, based...
June 30, 2024
Barwon Health’s Stroke Unit achieves international recognition
BARWON Health's Stroke Unit has been internationally recognised for the quality of its treatment and care with World Stroke Organization (WSO) Angels platinum status. The...
June 30, 2024
Portarlington Table Tennis Club bounces back after theft
THE Portarlington Table Tennis Club has enjoyed a triumphant return, just a week after losing most of its equipment to thieves. The club is now...
June 30, 2024
Australians falling short on veggie intake
Less than 7 per cent of Australians are getting their five daily recommended servings of vegetables, according to a new report from the Australian...
June 29, 2024
Queenscliff vicar celebrates first year
THE vicar of the Queenscliff Point Lonsdale Anglican Church has this month marked the first anniversary of her appointment to the parish. Reverend Jo White,...
June 29, 2024
Community encouraged to nominate seniors for annual awards
NOMINATIONS have opened for this year's Victorian Senior of the Year Awards. The awards, established more than 30 years ago, celebrate the contributions and achievements...
June 27, 2024
Queenscliff’s Nightide ignites winter with fire, ice and fireworks
MORE THAN 7,000 people descended on Queenscliff at the weekend for the second annual Nightide winter solstice celebration. Hosted by Searoad Ferries at the compound...
June 27, 2024
Queenscliff bookseller named Australia’s best
THE owner of an independent Queenscliff bookshop has been named Australia's Bookseller of the Year. Matt Davis, of the Bookshop at Queenscliff, was honoured with...
June 27, 2024
World-renowned whodunnit headed for Geelong
The world's longest running play is set to open in Geelong next month. The Mousetrap, a genre-defining murder mystery story written by best-selling novelist Agatha...
June 25, 2024
Gift of time: Community rallies to support couple’s heartfelt mission
A FUNDRAISER started by a bereaved Leopold couple has raised enough money to provide two hospitals with cuddle cots to support parents experiencing pregnancy...
June 25, 2024
Victoria Police calls for help to stop rising elder abuse
VICTORIA Police is urging community members that know or suspect an older person is being abused to speak up and make a report, as...
June 25, 2024
AI could revolutionise radiation therapy treatment for cancer patients
Artificial intelligence (AI) may be the key to developing more precise treatment plans, and starting that treatment faster, for cancer patients who are prescribed...
June 24, 2024
Study finds body dissatisfaction on the rise among youth
Body dissatisfaction is on the rise, with body image preventing nearly one-in-two young people attending school at some point, new research has found. Conducted by...
June 24, 2024
Leopold Lions Club ensures clear vision for a brighter future
THE Leopold Lions Club is doing its bit to improve the eye health of primary school aged children across the Greater Geelong region, hosting...
June 22, 2024
Donations pour into club after vandalism
THE community has rallied around a newly formed sporting club after it was vandalised last week, generously donating equipment and funds to help it...
June 21, 2024
Karate expert launches free self-defence program
A YOUNG woman with a black belt in karate has launched a free self-defence program with the aim of building a supportive community for...
June 20, 2024
Geelong, Carlton playing for a cause
WHEN Carlton and Geelong go head-to-head at the MCG on Friday night (June 21), both teams will be playing for more than AFL premiership...
June 20, 2024
Foodie paradise: Tastes of Greater Geelong unveils biggest program yet
THE full program for this year's Tastes of Greater Geelong has dropped, promising the food festival's biggest event to date. More than 100 events spread...
June 17, 2024
Farmer-made film sparks open conversation about mental health
A FARMER and mental health advocate has turned to filmmaking to help shine a light on the critical mental health issues facing Australia's farming...
June 16, 2024
Local advocacy group launches drive to assist asylum seekers
THE Queenscliff Rural Australians for Refugees (QRAR) advocacy group has launched a gift card drive to support asylum seekers living across the Geelong region. The...
June 16, 2024
Geelong women asked to stand for election
ADVOCATES for gender parity in local government gathered on Friday last week to launch a campaign encouraging women to run for council in this...
June 15, 2024
Live and Local program aims to fortify Geelong’s live music scene
THE City of Greater Geelong will this month host a series of free industry development sessions for locals who work in the music industry. The...
June 15, 2024
Nightide to light up the longest night
QUEENSCLIFF is again gearing up to toast the longest night of the year with a fire- and ice-themed winter solstice celebration. Now in its second...
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