About: Ellie Claringbold
October 18, 2024
City delivers budget surplus despite operating deficit
THE City of Greater Geelong has posted a comprehensive 2023-24 budget result of an almost $180 million surplus, according to documents tabled at the...
October 18, 2024
Be bold, be heard: A year of empowerment
AN INNOVATIVE school program designed to foster confidence in Geelong's young women and encourage them to speak up at school and within their community...
October 17, 2024
Farm My School turns two with community bash
THE team behind the trailblazing Farm My School regenerative garden will host a large community party later this month to mark the pilot program's...
October 17, 2024
Household name to play Barwon Heads
AUSTRALIAN singer-songwriter Pete Murray is back with new music and a national coastal tour that will see him travel through the Bellarine Peninsula early...
October 16, 2024
Scrutiny on supermarket pricing practices increases as consumer confidence declines
MANY Australians have lost trust in supermarkets as they face rising grocery costs and challenges finding the best value for products, a report from...
October 16, 2024
Forum sparks open conversation on women’s health
CORANGAMITE federal member Libby Coker brought together a group of passionate healthcare professionals last month for a discussion about the key health issues now...
October 16, 2024
Survey paves the way for new digital literacy program
THE Victorian government has this week launched an online survey to give parents, teachers and young people the opportunity to share their experiences and...
October 12, 2024
Councillor critiques city’s monitoring of community plan
THE City of Greater Geelong has reported considerable progress over the past 12 months as it works towards its 30-year vision to make Greater...
October 11, 2024
Local winery honoured for excellence
SITUATED in the heart of the Bellarine Peninsula, Scotchmans Hill has been a leading local winery for more than 40 years. Its award-winning wines, boutique...
October 7, 2024
Students flock to Farm My School
THE community impact of the Farm My School pilot program is continuing to rapidly expand, with schools from across the region visiting the regenerative...
October 4, 2024
Geelong rescue dog lands lead role in Australian film
GEELONG'S newest and cutest movie star is a cheeky and energetic mixed-breed terrier who goes by the name of Squid. The two-year-old is the star...
October 1, 2024
The Q Train’s award-winning charm
THE Bellarine Peninsula's premier rail restaurant The Q Train is no stranger to awards. Since its establishment in 2017, the purpose-built travelling restaurant has been regularly...
October 1, 2024
Growing food, growing communities: Farm My School launch free workshop series
THE acclaimed Farm My School pilot project has launched a series of free workshops to arm families with practical and affordable ways to nourish...
October 1, 2024
Study reveals extent of dementia discrimination
People living with dementia continue to experience discrimination and stigma, most commonly from other community members, a new study has found. Conducted by Dementia Australia,...
October 1, 2024
Government eyes social media ban for young people
THE Victorian Government has this month signalled its intention to work with its federal counterpart to introduce a minimum age limit for children to...
September 30, 2024
Perpetrator data gaps exposed in family violence sector
SUPPORT services operating in the family violence space regularly face challenges gathering data on the perpetrators of violence, with several separate collection and storage...
September 30, 2024
Major childcare reforms proposed in landmark report
FAMILIES on lower incomes should receive free, subsidised childcare, a highly anticipated inquiry into the nation's early children education and care (ECEC) services has...
September 29, 2024
Help shape the future of Victoria’s Maternal and Child Health service
The Victorian government is calling on families who have used the state's Maternal and Child Health (MCH) service in the past two years to...
September 29, 2024
Share the joy of movement at GMHBA stadium next month
THE team behind the inaugural Serenity in the Stadium event has partnered with Leisure Networks to support more families to participate in the unique...
September 28, 2024
Snake season arrives
THE Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) is encouraging the community to be prepared and stay safe as snakes become more visible...
September 26, 2024
Supermarkets under fire for allegedly misleading consumers with discount claims
AUSTRALIA'S consumer watchdog will pursue legal action against Woolworths and Coles for allegedly offering consumers misleading discounts on hundreds of everyday supermarket items. The Australian...
September 26, 2024
Cast a line and dine at coming fishing festival
PORTARLINGTON is again gearing up to host the annual Hooked on Bellarine Festival to help seafood lovers and recreational fishers celebrate next month's National...
September 26, 2024
Dog show to join Queenscliff flower show
THE community will converge on Queenscliff's St George's Church next month for its second annual flower show. A popular event prior to its discontinuation in...
September 26, 2024
State responds to petition calling for the unification of Point Lonsdale
A PETITION calling for Point Lonsdale to be unified under a single local government area has received a response from the state government, but...
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