First winter market for Aireys
Aireys Inlet is gearing up to host its first winter market for 2019 on Sunday July 7, providing a welcome outing for locals and...
PHONE-FREE DINNERS SEE WOMEN DISCONNECT TO CONNECT
Some people say technology has simplified our lives while others believe it has damaged contemporary society’s ability to connect face-to-face. Navigating through the chaotic hustle...
50 YEARS OF PLAY SCHOOL IN HEART OF GEELONG
The National Wool Museum has welcomed a travelling exhibition which celebrates 50 years of popular ABC TV’s children’s program, Play School. Filled with the show’s...
EYEING THE WEEKEND
FRIDAY 5/7 THE BOOK OF EVERYTHING The Woodbin Theatre will tomorrow night welcome The Book of Everything presented by Geelong Repertory Theatre Company. Adapted by Richard...
Ocean Grove teacher publishes self-help book for parents
Ocean Grove Primary School teacher Andy McNeilly has self-published his first book, Connecting with Your Kids. The proud father of three spent two and a...
Program supports refugees at Clonard
EDCONNECT Australia has entered into a partnership project with Refugee Education Support Program (RESP) at Clonard Secondary College. RESP improves the educational outcomes of students...
City wants more time to consider Local Government Bill
THE City of Greater Geelong wants an extension of time to provide feedback on the proposed Local Government Bill 2019, arguing it needs more...
Warm up with wine this Winter Shiraz Weekend
NOW in its fourth year, Wine Geelong’s annual Winter Shiraz Weekend is set to warm-up wine lovers on July 6-7 with producers showcasing the...
New Ryman village planned for Ocean Grove
RYMAN Healthcare is planning to build a new retirement village on Shell Road in Ocean Grove. The site is close to local shops and will...
Drysdale residents step up campaign for shared footpath
BELLARINE Springs Retirement Village residents have stepped up their fight for footpaths to be built in Drysdale’s growing residential area by submitting a petition. Local resident...
LOCALS AMONG 2019 LIVE MUSIC PROFESSIONALS LIST
Music Victoria has announced the successful applicants for its 2019 Live Music Professionals program, which will see participants paired with some of the state’s...
Creative journey ON SHOW AT SURF COAST ART SPACE
A new exhibition titled Art Journal is on show at Anglesea’s Surf Coast Art Space, featuring artworks created in a range of art mediums...
GREAT OCEAN ROAD comes alive for Love Winter in Aireys
THIS YEAR’S Love Winter in Aireys Festival is shaping up to be the best instalment yet, with a host of seasonal activities and events...
Warm up with Winter Shiraz Weekend at Basils Farm
Swan Bay’s Basils Farm is gearing up to host the “Winter Shiraz Weekend” next month, giving wine enthusiasts the chance to enjoy a glass...
AUSSIE COMEDY GREATS UNITE FOR PRETTY SONGS SUNG BY HILARIOUS MEN
Steven Gates met Paul McDermott 20 years ago at the 1999 ARIA Awards. Paul (Doug Anthony All Stars) was hosting the event alongside Bob...
Take a trip on the Bellarine Railway
Take a scenic journey from Queenscliff to Drysdale or Lakers Siding, travelling alongside Swan Bay and through remnant bush. Trains depart from Queenscliff and Drysdale...
Deans Marsh PS salutes diversity
DEANS Marsh Primary School hosted a “Cultural Celebration Day” on Wednesday June 19, giving students, teachers, families, and community members the opportunity to celebrate...
Geelong’s creativity goes on show
GEELONG mayor Bruce Harwood says the city “has been heard loud and clear” at the recent UNESCO conference in Italy. Cr Harwood and the city’s...
ANOTHER WIN FOR TORQUAY’S CALLUM WATSON
Torquay jazz man Callum Watson has won the Geelong Youth Award for Arts and Music, with his impact on international and local audiences landing...
Impact of fine mess debated in Parliament
THE state Opposition has criticised state Labor over the fallout of errors and delays at Fines Victoria on councils such as the City of...
Roger Grant sails away from tourism role
LONG-serving Geelong tourism boss Roger Grant was given a rousing send-off by colleagues and friends at an event in Grovedale last week. Mr Grant, the...
IN BRIEF
Work begins on Torquay North roundabout MAJOR construction began on Monday on a new roundabout at the intersection of Surf Coast Highway, Messmate Road and...
All hands on hempcrete
FRESHWATER Creek Steiner School put hempcrete to the test the weekend before last and hosted a hands-on building workshop. Conducted by Southern Hemp’s David Brian,...
Elite Taekwondo kicks to victory
STUDENTS from Torquay’s Elite Taekwondo have participated in three competitions over the last three weeks, putting their skills in sparring and patterns disciplines to...