About: Ellie Claringbold
December 24, 2025
Support program for young mothers to expand with new funding
A GEELONG program offering support for young mothers will soon expand its reach, after receiving an $88,000 grant to establish a permanent community space...
December 24, 2025
Victorian Open tees off win for Bellarine
THE Victorian Open will return to 13th Beach Golf Links in Barwon Heads next month, bringing world-class golf back to the region and delivering...
December 23, 2025
Bellarine wineries receive fresh flow of federal funds
SCOTCHMANS Hill has secured federal funding through a national program backing cellar door tourism, with $100,000 flowing to the Bellarine in the latest round. Federal...
December 23, 2025
From pools to piers: How Bellarine election promises are tracking
WITH Victoria's next state election less than a year away, attention is shifting to what has — and has not — been delivered since...
December 23, 2025
Live gigs mapped in Greater Geelong pilot
A NEW online tool designed to help people find live music across the Geelong region has been launched as part of a City of...
December 22, 2025
Where to find Christmas meals and food support this festive season
AS FAMILIES gather around tables this Christmas, community groups across Geelong are making sure there is a place for everyone. From Christmas Day lunches to...
December 22, 2025
Scarecrows to take up watch at Flying Brick orchards
THE Great Australian Scarecrow Competition will return to Flying Brick Cider House for its seventh year, again transforming the venue's Bellarine Highway border into...
December 21, 2025
Consultation open on borough budget priorities
THE Borough of Queenscliffe is seeking community input to help shape its 2026-27 budget. The consultation will inform early planning for the next financial year,...
December 21, 2025
Nightjar Festival
NIGHTJAR has become a fixture of the Surf Coast summer calendar, and this season it is broadening its scope. The new Nightjar Festival Series will...
December 19, 2025
Follow the Surf Coast Christmas lights trail
FAMILIES looking for a festive night out can explore the Surf Coast’s brightest homes, with streets across the region lighting up in the lead-up...
December 19, 2025
Fire trucks roll as Santa tours the Bellarine
FIRE trucks, flashing lights and a jolly man in red will be a familiar sight across the Bellarine this Christmas Eve, as local CFA...
December 18, 2025
Deadline nears for energy upgrade program
THERE are just two weeks left for households to get involved in this year's Electric Homes Program. Run by Geelong Sustainability and delivered in partnership...
December 18, 2025
Council pushes back on $7m glass bin rollout
THE City of Greater Geelong has moved to block the rollout of Victoria's four-bin waste system, deferring any commitment to a standalone glass bin...
December 18, 2025
Social media ban for under-16s comes into force
AUSTRALIA has become the first country in the world to enforce a nationwide ban preventing children under the age of 16 from holding accounts...
December 17, 2025
Community leaders celebrated for inclusive impact
FOUR local residents have been recognised for their achievement and contributions in this year's Geelong Awards for People with Disability. Held annually, the awards celebrate...
December 16, 2025
Jacques leads Bellarine sweep at Golden Plate Awards
TARRA Queenscliff's Michael Jacques has been named regional Victoria's chef of the year at the 2025 Golden Plate Awards, leading a strong showing from...
December 14, 2025
Primary student helps bring new children’s book to life
A CHILDREN'S book illustrated by a Year 4 student from Christian College was unveiled on Friday, with family, friends and the school community gathering...
December 14, 2025
Fisheries and game agencies to merge following sector cuts
THE Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) and the Game Management Authority (GMA) will be merged to form a new body that will oversee outdoor recreation...
December 14, 2025
Lunch celebrates inclusion and lived experience
LEISURE Networks' annual International Day of People with Disability celebration brought more than 250 people together last week for a lunchtime event shaped directly...
December 14, 2025
Victoria to act on declining organ donor numbers
The Victorian government will introduce new measures to lift the number of registered organ and tissue donors, after a parliamentary inquiry found donor registrations...
December 14, 2025
Hotter seasons drive spike in Victorian drownings
HOTTER, longer summers are driving a rise in drowning deaths across Victoria, and Life Saving Victoria's latest report shows more incidents are now occurring...
December 11, 2025
Magic returns as Christmas tree lights up
COMMUNITY members turned out in strong numbers on Saturday night as Point Lonsdale celebrated the annual lighting of its much-loved Christmas tree. After a day...
December 11, 2025
Borough to trial two new off-leash dog areas
THE Borough of Queenscliffe will trial two new off-leash dog areas, following strong community support for additional spaces for dogs to exercise and socialise. The...
December 10, 2025
Pay boost lands for 200k early childhood educators
THE final stage of a 15 per cent wage rise for early childhood educators came into effect on Monday this week, lifting wages for...
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