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...
Steps and Boobs staircase replacement in progress
FOLLOWING a detailed design process, works have started on a replacement of the stairs at popular surf access point Steps and Boobs in Jan...
Women in Community Life Advisory Committee doubles to 12
THE City of Greater Geelong Council has endorsed the appointment of six new members to the Women in Community Life Advisory Committee, bringing the...
MAYOR’S COLUMN
Safe bike access on Murray Road Council is seeking feedback on three design options that separate bikes and cars along Murray Road. Murray Road is...
Community invited to have say on new Reconciliation Action Plan
COMMUNITY members are invited to contribute to the City of Greater Geelong’s new Reconciliation Action Plan. The plan aims to build on positive relationships between...
No small beer: Blackman’s wins best brewery award
TORQUAY’S own Blackman’s Brewery was crowned this year’s Champion Small Australian Brewery at the Australian International Beer Awards last Thursday. Opening its doors in August...
Council votes against large hotel for Torquay
THE Surf Coast Shire has supported council officers’ recommendations and rejected plans to build a five-storey hotel in Torquay during a special meeting held...
Links Property founder shortlisted for the Women in Real Estate Awards
The Torquay-based founder of all-female agency Links Property, Lynne Hayden, has been named in the Real Estate Business (REB) Women in Real Estate Awards...
Another big fortnight for Torquay Boardriders
THE conclusion of another busy fortnight for Torquay Boardriders has seen the running of the fourth junior aggregate and many of our members surf...