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September 3, 2023
City’s technology projects praised
THE City of Greater Geelong has been recognised for its use of innovative technology to enhance and uplift its Smart City projects by the...
September 2, 2023
Martin wins plaudits at AusMumpreneur Awards
ARTIST, author, resilience coach and public speaker Justine Martin had a highly successful night at this year's AusMumpreneur Awards. The Geelong resident and "Queen of...
September 1, 2023
Call for National Construction Strategy
Improving the performance of the construction industry is the key to lifting national productivity, according to the Australian Constructors Association (ACA). The association's chief executive...
August 31, 2023
Geelong pressured about Games, mayor says
THE Andrews Labor Government gave the City of Greater Geelong little opportunity and very short timelines to provide input about the Victoria 2026 Commonwealth...
August 31, 2023
City’s new CEO looks forward
THE new chief executive officer at the City of Greater Geelong says she will be a collaborative leader but also one that looks forward,...
August 30, 2023
Voice referendum date revealed
AUSTRALIA has learned the date for the Voice referendum, as polling in key swing states indicates mixed views on the issue. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese...
August 30, 2023
Superstar DJs, here we go: Chemical Brothers to play in Geelong
THE time has come to galvanise. One of the most acclaimed and innovative electronica duos in the world, The Chemical Brothers will bring their...
August 29, 2023
Trials decide final spots in Bells Beach Longboard Classic
THE final spots in the World Surf League (WSL) Bells Beach Longboard Classic have been decided, following the trials event held at Djarrak/Bells Beach...
August 28, 2023
Geelong hearing examines NDIA
BY JAMES TAYLOR THE head of the organisation rolling out the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has admitted in Geelong that there is much to...
August 27, 2023
Exiting CEO claims city was “heading for insolvency”
OUTGOING City of Greater Geelong chief executive officer Kaarina Phyland has revealed her parting thoughts on the city's financial position, comparing it to "an...
August 27, 2023
Tickets go on sale for Art of the Minds events
TICKETS are now on sale to two of the biggest events of this year's Art of the Minds Festival in October. The first of these...
August 27, 2023
Aussies care about mental health but not privacy
A survey has found three-quarters of Australians are using technology to support their mental health, but most of those are at risk of losing...
August 25, 2023
Menegola to play his last game for Cats
GEELONG player Sam Menegola will play his final game for the Cats this Saturday, August 26. Earlier this afternoon (Friday, August 25), the Geelong Football...
August 24, 2023
New spaces shine at Geelong Arts Centre opening party
The redeveloped Geelong Arts Centre is up and running, with a huge crowd of VIPs exploring the new spaces on Friday last week ahead...
August 23, 2023
Upgrade works complete on Bellarine Railway
MORE locals and visitors across the Bellarine can enjoy the Bellarine Railway for years to come, with upgrade works now complete. Last week, Bellarine MP...
August 21, 2023
Date announced for Asher vacancy countback
THE new councillor for the City of Greater Geelong will be chosen before the end of this month, with the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC)...
August 18, 2023
Mauboy wowed by redeveloped Geelong Arts Centre
THE curtain is about to go up on the redeveloped Geelong Arts Centre, and some of the talent who will be among the first...
August 18, 2023
Community event to celebrate Geelong Arts Centre’s opening
THE new Geelong Arts Centre will officially throw open its doors tomorrow (Saturday, August 19), and will invite the public to a free Community...
August 17, 2023
Geelong live site to screen Women’s World Cup third place play-off
THE community is invited to come together and cheer on the Matildas this Saturday, August 18 at a free live FIFA Women's World Cup...
August 14, 2023
Music event to chug though Geelong
MUSIC fans are on track for a weekend-long treat with the announcement of Sound Tracks, a new live music and tourism experience on a...
August 11, 2023
Final Bellarine DAL approved
THE long-term planning policy to manage the Bellarine Peninsula’s future growth has received ultimate approval from the Victorian government and is now in effect. Earlier...
August 10, 2023
Isaac Smith reveals retirement date
FOUR-time AFL premiership player and 2022 Norm Smith Medallist Isaac Smith will retire at the conclusion of Geelong’s 2023 season. Smith, who has played a...
August 1, 2023
Bonza reveals Avalon-Gold Coast route
BONZA is boosting its presence at Avalon Airport, with the budget airline to now fly to and from the Gold Coast. This morning's (Tuesday, August...
July 28, 2023
New toolkit will help predict Cardiovascular Disease
About eight million Australians will benefit from a new approach to stopping cardiovascular disease (CVD) before it strikes. Health and Aged Care Minister Mark Butler...
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