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June 18, 2020

AIRAR’s letters for refugees win national award

RURAL Australians for Refugees (RAR) have recognised the efforts of letter writers in Aireys Inlet with a national award. The national refugee advocacy organisation presented

June 18, 2020

Foundation supports Diversitat’s settlement program

THE Geelong Community Foundation has thrown a lifeline to a housing program run by Diversitat in Geelong. Diversitat is the local provider of the federal...

June 18, 2020

Bree’s all fired up about winning an electric heater

BELMONT resident Bree Jackson has one less thing to worry about while renovating her house after winning the Times News Group's "Stay Warm This...

June 11, 2020

Community champions lauded in Queen’s Birthday Honours List

COMMUNITY champions from across the Geelong region have been lauded in the 2020 Queen's Birthday Honours List. They are among 933 recipients this year, which...

June 11, 2020

Couple’s historic effort awarded with OAMs

RESEARCHING a family connection inspired one Queenscliff couple to fully embrace the town’s history, and the pair have been individually recognised for their work...

June 11, 2020

Deakin staff want transparency during job cuts

STAFF at Deakin University are signing an open letter addressed to vice-chancellor Professor Iain Martin urging transparency and more information as the university prepares...

June 11, 2020

HomeBuilder help to build first house comes just in time

THE Coalition Government's HomeBuilder grants to encourage the start of new home builds and renovations has come just in time for one happy home...

June 11, 2020

Signing on for day of virtual action for #NoNewGas

WORLD Oceans Day was observed on Monday this week, and environmental activists took to the internet to show their opposition to offshore gas developments...

June 11, 2020

Sod turned at Stage 5 of Bellarine Springs

THE Bellarine Springs retirement village continues to grow, with the sod turned on Stage 5 of the project. Describing itself as "the premier retirement village...

June 11, 2020

Great news for Great Ocean Road authority, but wait continues for distinctive consultation

LEGISLATION to establish a new authority to manage the Great Ocean Road and its surrounding land and parks has passed state Parliament, but the...

June 9, 2020

Final siren: AFL Barwon’s senior football and netball competitions cancelled for 2020

THE siren has sounded on senior footy and netball for this year across the Geelong region, with the Bellarine Football Netball League (BFNL), Colac...

June 5, 2020

Surf champions design Rip Curl’s latest wetsuit

WORLD Surf League world champions Mick Fanning, Tyler Wright and Gabriel Medina have collaborated on the design and testing of Rip Curl's newest wetsuit,...

June 5, 2020

Local sports clubs eligible for grants

COMMUNITY Clubs and associations now have the chance to apply for two separate grants from the state government. Last week, Minister for Community Sport Ros...

June 4, 2020

Peace and security

Geelong Security Doors and Shower Screens are here to make your home secure and give you the peace of mind you need. Jason Pitt founded...

June 4, 2020

Haven of tranquility

June 4, 2020

HomeBuilder stimulus package aimed at first home builds and home renovations

THE federal Coalition Government is hoping to shore up the construction sector during the coronavirus pandemic, with a new scheme to provide $25,000 grants...

June 4, 2020

Land and art align to celebrate Djilang

A stunning artistic collaboration between the Wadawurrung people and developer Villawood Properties will highlight this year’s National Reconciliation Week.

Perched high above the Geelong Ring...

June 4, 2020

Geelong council serves up more funds for food relief

THE City of Greater Geelong council will provide $50,000 to the Geelong Food Relief Centre to begin immediately buying fresh food for distribution to...

June 4, 2020

City announces grants for community groups

THE City of Greater Geelong council has awarded $304,698 in funding to 45 different clubs and organisations across the region under the final round...

June 4, 2020

G21 wants more help for Deakin

LEADING Geelong lobby group G21 is stressing Deakin University "must never be taken for granted" during the coronavirus pandemic, saying the university had driven...

June 4, 2020

Tidal change: City’s planning protections for the future

COASTAL properties prone to future flood events and climate change-induced sea level rise will be covered in an amendment to the existing planning scheme...

June 4, 2020

Michael Malouf to step down from Kardinia Park Stadium Trust

KARDINIA Park Stadium Trust chair Michael Malouf will step down from the role, informing the state government earlier this week that he will not...

June 4, 2020

Venture beyond the coast this long weekend

Looking to get out and enjoy a change of scenery this long weekend? It is the perfect time to venture beyond the coast and...

June 4, 2020

Treating the common cold

WITH DIRECT CHEMIST OUTLET

A cold is a viral infection that affects the nose, ears and throat. Adults usually get two to four colds every...