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February 7, 2020
Dangerous surf conditions forecast for Surf Coast and Bellarine this weekend
Beachgoers in the state’s west should exercise caution in the water over the weekend with large swells predicted to make conditions dangerous at ocean...
February 6, 2020
Part of Barwon River still closed due to blue-green algae
The Barwon River through Geelong remains closed from below Fyans Park to Breakwater Road following an outbreak of blue-green algae. Results received by the Corangamite...
February 6, 2020
Friends of the Earth up pressure to keep gas moratorium
THE moratorium on onshore conventional gas in Victoria expires in four months, but Friends of the Earth is already mobilising for a campaign to...
February 6, 2020
Devenyns and Lippert win sixth edition of Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race
THE sixth edition of the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race was held in wild weather conditions, with the male and female riders battling...
February 6, 2020
Wave of welcome washes in at Fairhaven for female cyclists
FEMALE cyclists taking part in the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race basked in the coastal surroundings at this...
February 6, 2020
This Girl Can get active
THE City of Greater Geelong is encouraging women to get moving next month as part of the state government’s This Girl Can campaign. The...
February 6, 2020
U3A Surf Coast gears up for term one
Sculptor and owner of Qdos Fine Arts Graeme Wilkie is one of five local artists to present to U3A SurfCoast members as part of...
February 6, 2020
Big shopping: Welsh Group reveals $1 billion plan for Armstrong Creek Town Centre
ARMSTRONG Creek will soon be home to an expansive $1 billion development which will include a movie theatre, health and wellness centre, public library...
February 6, 2020
Christmas in Geelong to receive creative boost
CHRISTMAS in Geelong will be bigger and better than ever this year, with the City of Greater Geelong committing to strengthening its festive program. The...
February 6, 2020
Maddie Riewoldt’s legacy shines bright
THE cool tones of the Bellarine were awakened on Sunday as golfers turned out to Clifton Springs Golf Club to raise more than $100,000...
February 6, 2020
Rotary gearing up for motor show
THE Torquay Annual Rotary Motor Show will be held at Elephant Walk this Sunday (February 9). Now in its 12th edition, the show will feature...
February 6, 2020
As the school year begins, don’t forget the medicine
As students begin a new school year, NPS MedicineWise is urging parents to make medicines part of their family’s back to school planning. Nerida...
February 6, 2020
Ditching bad behaviour for a good cause
Thousands of people are calling time-out on a vice of their choice this month in support of Australia’s disadvantaged youth. The new campaign from febfast...
February 6, 2020
Torquay clinic defends GP’s choice
A MEDICAL clinic in Torquay has defended one of its general practitioners deciding to discontinue their involvement in services relating to reproductive health. Torquay Medical...
February 6, 2020
Ageing Well Advisory Committee seeks new members
OLDER residents in the Geelong region are being encouraged to apply for a spot on the City of Greater Geelong’s Ageing Well Advisory Committee....
February 6, 2020
Diversitat works backstage on its theatre project
Diversitat is seeking volunteers and participants for its new theatre project aimed at senior members of Geelong’s Indigenous, LGBTI+ and culturally and linguistically diverse...
February 6, 2020
Aireys spirit proves unbeatable
The Aireys Fair took out Community Event of the Year at the Surf Coast Shire’s Australia Day Awards last month, knocking off five popular...
February 6, 2020
City to show its colours for LGBTIQA+ community
GEELONG is set to be embellished by colour when rainbow crossings are installed across the region – a gesture of support for the local...
February 6, 2020
In the house: Bellbrae author reveals story behind debut novel
Writers strive to have their work published but achieving this is a task not to be underestimated. For Jean Ross, the nights spent dreaming...
January 31, 2020
Blue-green algae outbreak forces part of Barwon River to close
THE Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) has closed a section of the Barwon River in Geelong following a blue-green algae outbreak. The Barwon River is...
January 31, 2020
Porky and the Brine are ready to heat up Hazy Days
COMPETITIVE barbecue team Porky and the Brine will be in hot form at Beckley Park this weekend as they take part in the Hazy...
January 30, 2020
Elia Viviani wants to ride for glory again
THE world's best cyclists have landed in Geelong and will hitting the road from as early as today (Thursday, January 30) as part of...
January 30, 2020
Having a hit to change lives
NOVICE, experienced and celebrity golfers will tee up at The Sands Golf Club next month to fundraise for the LifeChanger Foundation program at Torquay...
January 30, 2020
Dolphins to receive new netball pavilion
CHRISTMAS may have passed but Lorne Football Netball Club recently received a gift when it was announced they would be having a new netball...
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