About: Ellie Claringbold

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February 5, 2024

Church hosts free haircut event

NEARLY 60 community members in need received free haircuts this week thanks to the efforts of a local business owner. Teneal Williams, 34, spent three...

February 5, 2024

Gender pain gap exposed

A survey of Victorian women has revealed chronic pain is the reality for many, with two in five respondents indicating the ongoing pain they...

February 3, 2024

DAL under fire? Clifton Springs development sparks debate over protected areas

SOME residents in Clifton Springs are bracing for what they believe is the township's first challenge to the Distinctive Areas and Landscapes (DAL) statement...

February 1, 2024

Vaping in the crosshairs

VICTORIAN teachers have been equipped with a suite of free education materials to help students understand the dangers of vaping. Developed by Quit Victoria in...

January 30, 2024

Historic steam locomotive chugs into Drysdale

BELLARINE Railway's heritage steam locomotive is set to return to Drysdale for a limited run next month, offering community members a scenic ride to...

January 28, 2024

Lending a paw: Story Dogs bridge the gap for struggling readers

GEELONG Regional Libraries has again played host to a team of dedicated canine volunteers hoping to help local children improve their literacy skills. The popular...

January 27, 2024

Torquay artist paints her own path

Lauren Danger doesn't have time to waste being afraid. Courage embodies the Torquay-based abstract artist's work, from her pursuit of personal fulfilment to her use...

January 26, 2024

E-scooter fire prompts safety warning

THE Country Fire Authority (CFA) has issued a warning to community members to be careful when charging devices with lithium-ion batteries and to only...

January 25, 2024

Road safety and public order the focus for long weekend

AS THE region gears up for a long weekend of mega events, community members are being asked to remain patient in the face of...

January 24, 2024

New outdoor cinema to open

An outdoor cinema will open at Barwon Edge next month offering movie lovers a program of classic hits, nostalgic flicks and family-favourite films down...

January 23, 2024

Rising beverage prices dampen enthusiasm for container deposit scheme

TWO months on from its launch across the state, community members remain divided on the success of the container deposit scheme (CDS). The CDS, which...

January 23, 2024

Queenscliff Ferry Terminal floats to Design Award final

THE Queenscliff Ferry Terminal has been announced as a finalist in the Victorian Premier's Design Awards. The terminal's design is the result of a 10-year...

January 22, 2024

Bellarine Peninsula faces childcare challenge

MANY families across the region are waiting up to 12 months to secure childcare as the sector battles ongoing staffing shortages and growing demand...

January 21, 2024

Four-legged therapist offers unconditional support at the SAFV Centre

A THERAPY dog has joined the team at the Sexual Assault and Family Violence (SAFV) Centre as a permanent staff member, offering support to...

January 21, 2024

Community spirit brings hope and a home on wheels

BELLARINE'S community has rallied behind a Drysdale resident who became homeless last year, raising more than $8,500 to purchase a van for her to...

January 20, 2024

Salty souls and Seaforth

Cayla and Heidi Fin moved to the Bellarine Peninsula in 2018 and have never looked back. They joined the Portarlington CFA, got to know their...

January 18, 2024

Community, music and markets: Nightjar Festival delivers on all fronts

TORQUAY's favourite summer event, the Nightjar Festival, concluded its 2024 run last week, following its triumphant return to the town. Set across four nights, festival...

January 18, 2024

Local talent to shine in Strictly Ballroom

REIMAGINED as a musical, Baz Lurhmann's beloved film Strictly Ballroom is headed to the Geelong stage this month. The show will be held at the...

January 14, 2024

Grants connecting Victorians with local producers

THE Victorian government has announced the launch of a new $1 million grant program designed to showcase food and beverages being produced across the...

January 14, 2024

Local waterways affected by blue-green algae

COMMUNITY members are advised to avoid contact with waterholes in Drysdale and Newtown after high levels of blue-green algae were detected during routine monitoring. The...

January 13, 2024

Forged with passion

Amanda O'Neill knows jewellery. The master jeweller has spent the past 25 years creating wearable pieces of art for clients based both in Australia and...

January 13, 2024

Don’t rush, don’t click, don’t pay: Tips to avoid impersonation scams

THE National Anti-Scam Centre is urging consumers to stop and ask themselves if they know who they are communicating with, as financial losses from...

January 11, 2024

SUMMER IN: The Bellarine Peninsula

WHETHER you're interested in exploring nature, enjoying local food and wine, or relaxing on the beach, the Bellarine Peninsula has something to offer. Make the...

January 10, 2024

Come for the music, stay for the experience

Legendary US rock band Dinosaur Jr. is headed to Geelong next month to headline the second instalment of Tent Pole: A Musical Jamboree. The festival...