About: Ellie Claringbold
September 8, 2024
Cosmetic clinic recognised for excellence
BODY Recon Cosmetic Clinic's (BRCC) focus on providing a friendly, honest and professional experience continues to earn the business rave reviews from its clients. First...
September 7, 2024
Victorian government expands school saving bonus
THE one-off $400 school saving bonus, announced by the Victorian government as part of this year's state budget, has been expanded to include more...
September 6, 2024
City adopts four-year disability access plan
The City of Greater Geelong has adopted a new four-year plan to support the full participation of people with disability in the community. More than...
September 5, 2024
Renewable switch program charges up again
GEELONG Sustainability has officially launched the second edition of its highly successful program aimed at helping households make the transition from gas to renewable...
September 5, 2024
NBAC indoor aquatic centre finds designer
THE highly anticipated $40.3 million Stage 2 expansion of the North Bellarine Aquatic Centre (NBAC) now has a designer. At its meeting last week, the...
September 5, 2024
Dissatisfaction grows in Queenscliffe
COMMUNITY perception of the Borough of Queenscliffe's performance has experienced a significant decline over the past 12 months, dropping to its lowest rating since...
September 4, 2024
Geelong Arts Centre wins prestigious award
GEELONG Arts Centre has been named Australia's performing arts centre of the year, becoming the first venue to receive the prestigious award twice. The centre...
September 2, 2024
Local pet care business honoured
FAMILY-OWNED pet accommodation and day care business Pets Country Club has been deeply rooted within the Lara community since 1996. It was a lifelong passion...
September 2, 2024
Honouring Australia’s forgotten heroes
THE federal government is inviting applications for the second round of its grant program aimed at recognising the service and sacrifice of the veterans...
September 2, 2024
Views sought to shape city’s LGBTIQA+ action plan
THE City of Greater Geelong is seeking insights from the community on LGBTIQA+ inclusion as it begins developing its first action plan to drive...
September 1, 2024
Funding boost for local men’s sheds
APPLICATIONS have opened for the latest round of the state government's Men's Shed Funding Program, and Bellarine MP Alison Marchant is encouraging the community...
August 29, 2024
GBEA finalists celebrated
GEELONG'S business community came together last week to celebrate the businesses, entrepreneurs and business leaders named as finalists in this year's Geelong Business Excellence...
August 29, 2024
New classical duo to grace St George’s
ST GEORGE'S Anglican Church will host an intimate recital next month in aid of its ongoing restoration appeal. Cecilia's Daughters, a newly formed classical...
August 28, 2024
3G shutdown delayed until October
TELSTRA and Optus have postponed the shutdown of their 3G mobile networks until October, after a Senate inquiry found the country was "inadequately prepared"...
August 27, 2024
Local firm’s passion for adventure recognised
TRAILBLAZING outdoor adventure provider Geelong Adventure Specialists (GAS) first launched onto the scene more than 10 years ago after co-owners Jeremy and Shelley Wright...
August 27, 2024
Community input sought for heritage strategy
THE City of Greater Geelong is seeking the community's help to identify instances of rich history, culture and tradition across the region, as it...
August 27, 2024
Deakin trial explores links between food and mood
Can diet changes and an increase in enjoyable physical activity help to improve the wellbeing of those experiencing serious mental health struggles? A clinical trial...
August 26, 2024
Homelessness network demands action on housing
THE Barwon & South West Homelessness Network (BSWHN) is urging the state government to begin moving on the 1,300 new social and affordable homes...
August 26, 2024
Equality in gold: Women shine in Paris
From swimmer Kaylee McKeown's back-to-back titles in the 100m and 200m backstroke events to BMX rider Saya Sakakibara's emotional win after a horror crash...
August 25, 2024
Help choose Westfield Geelong’s Local Hero
WESTFIELD Geelong is encouraging the community to cast their vote to help determine this year's Westfield Local Hero and the recipient of a $20,000 grant. Now...
August 23, 2024
Sunrise yoga for mental health: 2,000 to take to GMHBA Stadium
To celebrate World Mental Health Day, Geelong’s GMHBA Stadium is set to host a unique and uplifting sunrise yoga session, bringing 2,000 people together...
August 21, 2024
Community encouraged to use free mental health, wellbeing support
A COMMUNITY event seeking to inform local residents about a free mental health and social connection service operating in the region was held in...
August 21, 2024
One in four Aussies battle long-term loneliness
Australians who are single, unemployed, living with disability, experiencing financial hardship or poor health are more likely to be persistently lonely, a new study...
August 21, 2024
Study reveals extent of tradie pain
More than nine in 10 tradies have experienced some form of pain or injury in the past 12 months, with the majority experiencing, on...
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