A long and frank discussion with Muirfield Financial Services
Suddenly, because of their prominence in the upcoming election campaign, franking credits from Australian share dividends have become a topic of household conversation (after...
What is a heritage-listed home?
WITH VIEW.COM.AU You might have heard the term ‘heritage-listed’ before but never really considered that it could one day apply to your real estate...
Don’t deny kids outdoor adventure
I was in Southbank recently and saw two large branches had fallen off gum trees. A group of kids picked them up and were ...
Surf Coast FC winning bubble bursts
SOONER or later it had to happen and for State League 4 competition leaders Surf Coast, the bubble was well and truly broken at...
The Plumbing Business servicing the Surf Coast
THE Plumbing Business (TPB) has been servicing the Surf Coast and surrounds for the past 12 months and is family-owned and operated by Bart...
New hope for SURFER’S EYE
Australian researchers are investigating whether a potential new eye drop solution could one day replace surgery for people with pterygium, informally referred to as...
YOU’RE NOT ALONE BEYOND BLUE REACHES OUT TO NEW PARENTS
A new analysis out of Beyond Blue has found many new parents search for answers online to questions they’re too afraid to ask aloud,...
Woolworths to install defibrillators in all its stores
Aussie supermarket chain Woolworths is preparing to roll-out defibrillators across all its stores to provide shoppers with on-the-scene care in the event of sudden...
Local writer to launch first collection of poetry
A collection of poetry written by U3A Surf Coast president John Bartlett will be showcased next month at the Geelong Regional Library and Heritage...
Marathon IS NO ORDINARY RUN FOR DRYSDALE LOCAL
Most people who sign up for a marathon as high-profile as Run Melbourne consider themselves fit enough to keep up the momentum until the...
Ethan Farmer Band CHIPS THROUGH GLASS CEILING
The Ethan Farmer Band has been invited to headline this year’s Black Mountain Unplugged (BMUP) music festival in Far North Queensland next month. Making the...
CATCH DJUKI MALA IN GEELONG
In October 2007, a YouTube clip of an indigenous dance group performing on a basketball court went viral and birthed an unforeseen phenomenon. Over a...
Geelong-based community organisation achieves full accreditation
BARWON Child, Youth and Family (BCYF) has achieved full accreditation against three sets of standards following an independent review carried out in March. The not-for-profit...
Fox bounty June collection points
THE Victorian Government’s fox and wild dog bounty continues until October. Eligible participants can submit entire fox scalps for a $10 reward during scheduled collection...
SEMI DRIED TOMATO TARTS
Sour Cream Pastry. This extremely versatile pastry is suitable for any savoury flans, tarts, and quiches. It freezes well and is worth making as...
Red, red wine, stay close to me
Wine Geelong will present its second instalment of the wildly popular “A Pinot Affair” this weekend, with event organisers gearing up to showcase the...
Torquay Community House celebrates LGBTIQ community
TORQUAY Community House celebrated International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOBIT) on Friday May 17 over a colourful evening of drinks and nibbles. Mayor...
War on waste ventures to Bali
AUSSIE surf legend Stephanie Gilmore has partnered with Corona, Parley for the Oceans and the World Surf League to donate 20,000 reusable bags in...
BCH celebrates the wonderful work of volunteers
BELLARINE Community Health is this week celebrating the generous contribution of its many volunteers as part of National Volunteer Week. The theme this year is...
Geelong runner takes on seventh Surf Coast Century
KEEN Geelong marathon runner Michael Severin will compete in his seventh consecutive Surf Coast Century (SCC) this year in a bid to beat his...
Geelong council supports sea level rise inundation overlay
THE City of Greater Geelong will support a planning model to protect Bellarine residents and properties forecast to be affected by future sea level...
Speaker line-up announced for annual cruise conference
A STRONG speaker line-up has been confirmed for the 23rd annual Australian Cruise Association Conference (ACA) and AGM, which will be held in Geelong...
Play looks at living in isolation and how letters can help
A NEW play using real letters from real people in prison will visit Portarlington Neighbourhood House this weekend. Presented by La Mama Theatre, To Lonely,...
Borough celebrates volunteers at civic celebration
THE Borough of Queenscliffe recognised and thanked volunteers for their continuing outstanding and generous contribution during a civic celebration at Point Lonsdale Bowls Club...