Alpaca perfection leads to beanies at Bells
FOR over two years, David O’Brien from Bells Beach Beanies has been perfecting his unique product, beanies manufactured from 100 per cent alpaca wool. “As...
Society knows no bounds
The latest work by Theatre of Speed, Society, has opened to rave reviews with audiences encouraged to challenge a variety of social constructs. TOS (Theatre...
Geelong inspired drop
Mt Duneed Estate is locally owned and passionate about creating exceptional experiences which is reflected in their latest wine release, the Geelong Range. Christine Whelan...
HOP, STEP AND Swing into Dance
The search for local swing dancers is on as the Colac Otway Performing Arts & Cultural Centre (COPACC) prepares to host Damian Callinan’s smash...
Torquay Allstars off to worlds
OF SIX girls from Aerosport Allstars Grovedale who qualified to compete in this year’s Fitness and Sports Aerobics World Championships in Leiden, the Netherlands,...
Two local heroes recognised
TWO Surf Coast residents have been commended for brave conduct after separate acts of bravery resulting in two lives being saved. The Australian Bravery Awards...
Performers primed for Lorne stage
THE Lorne Festival of Performing Arts in only a week away but there’s still time to secure your tickets and take advantage of accommodation...
Strokes and spoken word for Arts Trail
PAINTING and works from this year’s Surf Coast Arts Trail will once again be brought to life via written creations from award-winning writers. The second...
TV comedy quiz night a success in Lorne
LORNE P-12 College hosted a movies and TV comedy quiz night on August 11 at the Lorne Senior Citizens Hall. The event kicked off at 7pm,...
Anglesea Lions book could be life saver
THE Anglesea Lions is undertaking a new Emergency Medical Information Book project that has the potential to save lives. Anglesea Lions Club Treasurer Tom McGrath...
Anglesea’s one act wonders
ANGLESEA’S One Act Play Festival saw 60 actors take to the stage from 12 different theatre companies to perform 19 one act plays. The festival...
Ensure your baby’s safety with Hire for Baby
TAKE the hassle and stress out of ensuring your baby’s car seat is safely installed and let the team at Hire for Baby Geelong...
Doctor orders a Dose of Gorman
The Sound Doctor continues an impressive run of talented acts with home-grown star Fraser A. Gorman taking centre stage for their August 25 show. Gorman,...
Surf Coast joins Localised revolution
On August 31, the Surf Coast will join the Localised movement with an official launch taking place at The Sands Torquay as part of...
SCREEN-SATIONAL EXHIBITION AT DEAKIN
With works spanning across four decades, Portarlington’s awardwinning filmmaker and video artist David King is currently exhibiting at Deakin University’s The Project Space. King’s experimental...
It’s feeding time for all at BASILS FARM
The early bird might get the worm, but at Basils Farm early risers get a sensational $20 breakfast for orders placed before 9.45am Wednesday through...
Millions to get Victorians moving
Making physical activity fun, accessible and local for less active regional Victorians is the driving force behind VicHealth’s $4.5 million funding over three years. The money...
Increased safety measures at falls
Falls Festival – a mecca for partygoers wanting to experience New Year’s among fellow festival goers – has event organisers taking greater measures to...
Great strides taken as Torquay parkrun turns one
DESPITE wet and wintery conditions Torquay parkrun – a free weekly timed 5km event for runners, joggers and walkers – welcomed 195 participants to...
Feedback sought for egg farmers
AUSSIE egg farmers want to know what Australians think about their industry as part of a new research project seeking community feedback. Australian Eggs, an...
Aussie favourite Tripod joins QMF
The best festivals are those not bound by a specific genre or theme according to Simon Hall, one part of Melbourne musical comedy trio...
BOOKGROVE’S author insight
Ocean Grove’s beloved book shop bookgrove will welcome author Ruby Murray to their latest meet the author event on August 17. Ms Murray who lives...
COMPASS POINTS TO GEELONG
Three Geelong charities will appear on ABC’s Compass TV Program this Saturday (August 18) at 6pm. In a three-part special, The Funding Network bring donors...
ONE PERSON’S TRASH IS A COMPOSTER’S TREASURE
Gillian Black has composted for as long as she can remember and now, thanks to a new community initiative, is sharing a lifetime of...