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April 27, 2026
A quarter of Geelong feels lonely, report finds
ABOUT a quarter of Geelong's residents feel lonely, according to a new report, but an action group has put together proposals to create a...
April 24, 2026
Students join tribute to Leopold’s fallen veterans
The Leopold War Memorial Committee and students from Leopold Primary School have joined forces to honour the town's deceased veterans. Members of the committee and...
April 24, 2026
Smoke expected as Bellarine and Geelong burns begin
SEVERAL planned burns have begun and are scheduled to begin across the Geelong region, and residents can expect to see smoke in the air...
April 7, 2026
Win big with Lorne stay promotion
A generous gesture from the world's best cyclists is backing a competition designed to promote visitation and spending in Lorne. Launching this Thursday, the Surf...
April 3, 2026
Huxtable stuns Robson at Bells Beach, prepares for Ferreira face-off
Jan Juc surfer Xavier Huxtable is riding his luck in the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach, defeating Championship Tour (CT) surfer Callum Robson today...
March 29, 2026
Sullivan loses bid for top spot on Liberal ticket
Trent Sullivan has failed in his bid to secure one of the top spots on the Liberals' ticket for Western Victoria Region at the...
March 29, 2026
Victoria makes public transport free for a month
Public transport across Victoria will be free from next week as the Victorian government aims to ease the impact of skyrocketing fuel prices. Coming...
March 29, 2026
Gallery’s exhibition to make a historic impression
THE works of some of the world's most famous impressionist artists are coming to the walls of Geelong Gallery in what is being touted...
March 26, 2026
Local budding talent wins top prize at show
Jan Juc landscape architect Matt York keeps getting better at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, with his creation judged best in show...
March 25, 2026
New splash park design unveiled for Torquay centre
The shape of the splash park inside the coming Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre has been revealed, with the Victorian government releasing a...
March 24, 2026
Jetstar’s Avalon to Bali flights take off
Melbourne Avalon Airport is again an international destination, with Jetstar's debut flight to Bali from the airport taking off yesterday (Monday, 23 March). The...
March 23, 2026
Avalon airshow locked in for 2027 return
The Southern Hemisphere's largest aviation, aerospace and defence exhibition will again take off in Geelong in less than a year. The Victorian government announced today...
March 20, 2026
Seagulls, Coutas to face off for BPCA1 flag
BARWON Heads will host Queenscliff in the BPCA1 grand final this weekend, with both sides progressing from the semi-finals. Last weekend saw the Seagulls overcome Anglesea...
March 13, 2026
Nyaal Banyul reaches major milestone
The Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention Centre is on track to host its first event in July, with major building works now complete. The $450 million...
March 13, 2026
Sales event to give early access to new Corio development
A new 400-lot housing development in Corio will officially launch land sales later this month, with a sales information event to take place...
March 11, 2026
Apco explains fuel shortages as prices surge
Apco has thanked its customers for their patience as all the service station chain's sites have experienced temporary stock shortages this month due...
March 9, 2026
Entry fees coming to Twelve Apostles
A major change is coming to the Twelve Apostles, with entry fees to be imposed for the first time.
Visitors to the new
March 6, 2026
Have your say on Geelong bus future
A review into Geelong's bus services has officially begun, and the community is being invited to share their thoughts at one of the pop-up...
March 5, 2026
Crowd protests proposed Fort Queenscliff sale
Members of the Queenscliff community again protested the proposed sale of the town's historic Fort Queenscliff, with about 200 people rallying in support...
February 26, 2026
Major milestone reached at Twelve Apostles centre
The Twelve Apostles Visitor Experience Centre has hit a major construction milestone, with its rammed-earth façade now complete. The facade rounds out the main structure...
February 20, 2026
Ben Folds announces extra Geelong date
American musician Ben Folds is coming to Geelong later this year, announcing today (Friday, February 20) he was adding extra dates to his...
February 17, 2026
Local Liberals rewarded in Taylor’s first shadow cabinet
LIBERAL MPs in the Geelong region have received promotions in new Opposition Leader Angus Taylor's first shadow cabinet, announced today (Tuesday, February 17). Victorian...
February 15, 2026
Anthony powers to historic third Aussie Olympic gold
SKI superstar Jakara Anthony was back smiling after making Olympic history as the first Australian athlete ever to collect two Winter Olympics gold...
February 13, 2026
Torquay Taphouse to host Jakara watch party
THE community is invited to cheer on local Winter Olympics favourite Jakara Anthony an event in Torquay tomorrow (Saturday, February 14). XTM, one of Anthony's...
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