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June 11, 2025
Jam for Refugees returns with a new beat
AN ANNUAL concert aiming to raise funds and awareness for the refugees living in Geelong will make its return this month, in a brand-new...
June 10, 2025
Ocean Grove sporting vision adopted
THE City of Greater Geelong has formally adopted its plan to boost sporting infrastructure across Ocean Grove, but no immediate funding is available to...
June 9, 2025
Banking on community
WHEN Portarlington's food relief service found itself in desperate need of a new home earlier this year, its dedicated volunteers turned to Community Bank...
June 9, 2025
Honouring those who give back
NOT-FOR-PROFIT organisation Volunteering Geelong is shining a spotlight on community service, inviting nominations for its Volunteer of the Year awards. The awards, which have been...
June 8, 2025
Local students join forces to tackle vaping harms
Efforts to curb youth vaping across the region are gaining momentum, with local initiatives helping to spark vital conversations and raise awareness about the...
June 8, 2025
Nightide festival hits pause as focus shifts to ferry terminal
QUEENSCLIFF'S annual fire and ice themed winter festival will take a break this year, as the event's organisers direct their focus towards other projects. Although...
June 8, 2025
OneRepublic to headline star-studded Lookout Festival in Torquay
GLOBAL hitmakers OneRepublic will storm the Surf Coast this summer as the headline act for the 2026 edition of Lookout Festival, bringing their signature...
June 6, 2025
Alleyway awakens for nature-inspired night
A QUIET alleyway in Ocean Grove's industrial estate will transform this weekend into a hidden festival of light, music and art that is rooted...
June 5, 2025
Borough’s climate plan under scrutiny
THE Borough of Queenscliffe will undertake a review of its Climate Emergency Response Plan (CERP), as the council seeks to better understand the document's...
June 4, 2025
G21 to restructure, ceases staff operations
THE G21 Geelong Region Alliance has announced a significant change to its operating model, as budget constraints hits its local government partners. In a letter...
June 4, 2025
Homegrown maths leaders to help shape statewide learning
THE Victorian government has tasked two local mathematics teachers with inspiring a love of numbers and boosting maths confidence in classrooms across the state. Patrick...
June 4, 2025
Reconciliation journey to pass through Surf Coast
HUNDREDS are expected to join the local legs of an historic 400km walk for truth and reconciliation next month when Indigenous leaders travel through...
June 3, 2025
Tastes of Greater Geelong returns to warm up winter
A MUCH-LOVED winter tradition returns for its 14th year, as the region's annual month-long culinary festival once again serves up a feast of flavour...
June 3, 2025
Basketball finds a home in Point Lonsdale
THE Point Lonsdale Basketball Club is one of the biggest local winners in this year's state budget, securing much-needed funds to upgrade its training...
June 2, 2025
Govt again rejects Anam Cara’s plea for more support
A PALLIATIVE care facility's request for additional funding support from the State Government has been knocked back for the fifth time. In its budget submission...
June 1, 2025
State approves rollout of virtual fencing for cattle
THE Victorian government will develop new regulations to support the rollout of virtual fencing for cattle in a move that has been welcomed by...
May 31, 2025
Ireland comes to the Bellarine for blockbuster folk festival
THE organisers of the National Celtic Folk Festival are promising the biggest celebration of Irish culture yet, as the beloved annual event prepares to...
May 31, 2025
Bellarine women pour support into a cause close to home
ABOUT 40 people gathered over cuppas and cake last week for the Bellarine Women's Workshop's Biggest Morning Tea, raising more than $1,600 in support...
May 30, 2025
More than a helping hand
HEALTH service provider Bellarine Community Health (BCH) marked National Volunteer Week last week with a celebration of its dedicated volunteer base at the Point...
May 30, 2025
Borough salutes service of volunteers
THE Borough of Queenscliffe has recognised the dedication and impact of its local volunteers, bringing the community together in celebration at its annual Community...
May 29, 2025
MP urges council to honour Portarlington funding commitment
AS VICTORIAN government-funded upgrades to the Portarlington Recreation Reserve near completion, Bellarine MP Alison Marchant is calling on the City of Greater Geelong to...
May 29, 2025
Fury over fire levy
A PETITION calling for the State Government's controversial Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF) to be overturned has reached 37,000 signatures as local firefighters,...
May 28, 2025
City of Greater Geelong to continue in-home aged care after backlash
THE City of Greater Geelong will continue providing in-home community care services, following significant pressure from the Australian Services Union (ASU), state Labor MPs...
May 28, 2025
Rotary calls for volunteers to keep life-changing project alive
A ROTARY club-led initiative giving new life to decommissioned playgrounds in disadvantaged overseas communities is in urgent need of new volunteers to ensure the...
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