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May 6, 2021
Community help enlisted to protect Village Park
THE City of Greater Geelong is calling on residents to help shape the future of the Barwon Heads Village Park for future generations. Council last...
May 6, 2021
Renewed partnership aims to grow tourism
A RENEWED four-year partnership between peak body Tourism Greater Geelong and the Bellarine and the City of Greater Geelong will increase the region’s visitor...
May 6, 2021
Support for young families in growing region
LOCAL MP Libby Coker has welcomed new lives to the rapidly growing region during a Baby Expo held in Ocean Grove. Hosted by Ms Coker,...
May 6, 2021
CCMA kickstarts six graduate careers during COVID-19
THE Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CCMA) has launched the careers of six young alumnus despite the pandemic leaving limited employment opportunities. The six new full-time...
May 6, 2021
Free sustainability upgrades for homes and businesses
AUSTRALIAN Energy Upgrades are helping locals access free efficient upgrades and installation to their homes and businesses. The Geelong-based energy specialists supply hot water heat...
May 6, 2021
Fly-in safety lesson for Ocean Grove students
WHILE dressed like heroes, Ocean Grove Primary School students got to meet the real-life crew behind a record number of rescues performed on Victoria...
April 29, 2021
GRLC appoints new chief executive
THE Geelong Regional Library Corporation (GRLC) has announced Vanessa Schernickau as the new CEO following a competitive recruitment process. As a strong advocate for regional...
April 29, 2021
Public welcomed back to council meetings
THE City of Greater Geelong has begun hosting community-based meetings this week for the first time in more than a year. During the pandemic council...
April 29, 2021
Residents join leaders in talks for equality
LABOR'S Shadow Minister for Women Tanya Plibersek joined residents at an open forum discussing gender-based issues during the week. The April 26 event consisted of...
April 29, 2021
Residents claim Tivoli Drive is a “safety nightmare”
RESIDENTS of Tivoli and Greenvale drives in Curlewis have penned their frustrations over the roads which they claim have become a "safety nightmare". During last...
April 29, 2021
Minimum passing laws come into force
NEW road laws have come into effect earlier this week with drivers to allow more room for cyclists. Commencing on April 26, the new laws...
April 29, 2021
Shadow health minister joins local discussion of aged care reforms
SHADOW Health Minister Mark Butler told Drysdale residents he hopes the upcoming federal budget will prompt a "long overdue" debate about the future of...
April 29, 2021
‘Sip happens’ at Leura Park
LEURA Park has announced it will host the next instalment of the ‘Grapest 5K Run’ set to descend over the award-wining vineyards with a...
April 28, 2021
Senator calls for investigation into leukaemia numbers
SENATOR Sarah Henderson is demanding action after an inquiry into a potential Barwon Heads cancer cluster exposed a concerning number of leukaemia diagnoses. Ms Henderson,...
April 22, 2021
Multi-million dollar upgrades to Portarlington’s foreshore
WORKS to upgrade Portarlington's pier for future generations has commenced this week with the state government set to improve its safety while supporting local...
April 22, 2021
Time to think green and win
THE City of Greater Geelong has established a new awards program set to recognise community-led actions promoting environmental sustainability. The Community Green Achiever Awards is...
April 22, 2021
Ocean Grove’s ‘parklet’ dining comes to an end
OCEAN Grove's controversial outdoor dining initiative has been removed by council over the weekend after gaining mixed reviews from locals. The fresh air dining initiative...
April 22, 2021
White Night will bring city to life once again
GEELONG will shine bright once again following the announcement that White Night will return to the CBD this year. The return of the well-established brand...
April 22, 2021
Inquiry into potential cancer cluster resumes
THE public hearing for the investigation into a possible cancer cluster on the Bellarine Peninsula took place this week after facing several delays due...
April 22, 2021
All Ford Day turns thirty in style
THE All Ford Day took over Geelong’s Eastern Park with the largest single-make car exhibition in Australia. Celebrating its 30th year on Sunday, the vehicle...
April 22, 2021
Young veterans meet again
AN EMERGING group on the Bellarine Peninsula is creating opportunities for young veterans to stay connected in the community. Created under the Ocean Grove/Barwon Heads...
April 22, 2021
Calls for government to get onboard with funding
G21 GEELONG Region Alliance is calling for urgent upgrades to the Corio Quay Road ahead of the Spirit of Tasmania's anticipated arrival in 2022. The...
April 15, 2021
Baby Koa’s 1 in 100,000 condition inspires local fundraiser
AT just eight weeks old Koa Gibson is the inspiration behind a heartfelt Surf Coast community fundraiser. The Armstrong Creek newborn may look like a...
April 15, 2021
Getting colder
FRUSTRATIONS have been voiced by Drysdale residents who fear the City of Greater Geelong will settle for inadequate facilities under the North Bellarine Pool...
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