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November 5, 2020
Word for Word and Magabala Books launch Schools Program
THE Word for Word National Non-Fiction Festival is partnering with Magabala Books to deliver its inaugural Schools Program. On November 20, the program will feature...
November 5, 2020
Businesses welcome back Melburnians
LOCAL accommodation providers and hospitality venues are anticipating a surge in business when the "ring of steel" around metropolitan Melbourne is removed on Monday,...
November 5, 2020
Nominations open for Youth Council
YOUNG people across the Geelong region have the chance to instigate change within their communities, with nominations now open for the 2021 Greater Geelong...
November 5, 2020
City to refund unsuccessful parking fines
THE City of Greater Geelong will refund approximately $600,000 worth of unsuccessfully appealed parking infringements issued by the city between 2009-2018. Up to 6,400 appealed...
November 5, 2020
Perinatal wellbeing in the spotlight
As PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia) Week approaches, mental health workers are aiming to draw attention to the illnesses. The Post and Antenatal Depression...
November 5, 2020
Poppy sales to support veterans
WITH Remembrance Day approaching, Returned and Services Leagues (RSL) are encouraging people to purchase and wear a red poppy to commemorate Australia's veterans. Torquay RSL...
October 29, 2020
Junior Girls eager to get season under way
THE Geelong Junior Cricket Association's (GJCA) Geelong Renegades Girl's League set to get under way on Sunday (November 1), with players eager to get...
October 29, 2020
Deakin to undertake major study into chronic fatigue syndrome
Deakin University will begin a comprehensive study investigating possible causes and treatment for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). CFS is believed to affect about one per...
October 29, 2020
Sisters trek for mental health
MELISSA and Leanne Tinney will trek from Torquay to Aireys Inlet tomorrow (Friday, October 30) for mental health and wellbeing support organisation Beyond Blue. Melissa...
October 29, 2020
Locals named finalists in Community Awards
THE finalists in the Victorian Regional Achievement and Community Awards have been announced, with local businesses and residents well represented. Torquay's Jules Haddock was named...
October 29, 2020
Youth Summit aims to combat loneliness
Regional Youth Voice provided young people across the G21 region an opportunity to share their thoughts on overcoming social isolation at a Local and...
October 29, 2020
Howitzer project on track for Geelong home
THE multi-billion-dollar Geelong-based Howitzer Mobile Protected Fires Program – also known as LAND 8116 – is on track, with the tenderer to be decided...
October 29, 2020
Grants help youth connect with nature
THE Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) has announced the recipients of the 2020 Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants. Across the state...
October 29, 2020
Funding boost for local fisheries
THE federal government will invest almost $600,000 to restore the health and functionality of two local fisheries habitats. As part of the government's Fisheries Habitat...
October 22, 2020
Bellarine animal sanctuary saves dingoes
Jirrahlinga Koala and Wildlife Sanctuary in Barwon Heads is temporarily home for a cuddly pack of dingo pups rescued from NSW. Tehree Gordon, founder of...
October 22, 2020
Barwon Heads reappoint Bacely
BARWON Heads Football Netball Club has reappointed senior women’s coach Josh Bacely for the 2021 season, while also looking for new staff to continue...
October 22, 2020
City encourages residents to be waste savvy
THE City of Greater Geelong is encouraging residents to make sure they are clear on what materials are suitable for different bins. Approximately five tonnes...
October 22, 2020
Turner runs the Great Ocean Road for charity
BARWON Heads local Levi Turner is partway through a herculean journey to raise money for a local charity. On Monday, October 19, Mr Turner set...
October 22, 2020
Bottling hope for a cancer-free future
GIGI Milone never expected life-changing news when she answered a phone call on an otherwise ordinary day last year. The 28-year-old listened as her dad,...
October 22, 2020
Linnell brings Captain Moonlite’s epic tale to life
Garry Linnell has a Midas touch when it comes to bringing remarkable non-fiction characters to life on a page. The fascinating figures from Australia’s past...
October 22, 2020
Great news for Humans in Geelong.
The state government has awarded Humans in Geelong a $31,500 grant for their 2020 online exposition, which is available for all Geelong and Surf...
October 22, 2020
Surf Coast Kite Festival to take flight
ORGANISERS of one of the region's most colourful festivals are encouraging residents to brighten the Surf Coast sky this weekend by flying a kite. The...
October 22, 2020
Helping hospitality venues during COVID
HOSPITALITY venues are encouraging people to be aware of COVID-safe requirements when eating out. On Sunday, October 11, Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews announced hospitality venues...
October 15, 2020
Deakin research provides food for thought
Deakin University and Barwon Health are partnering to research the importance of diet and exercise in treating COVID-19 related depression. The research centres on a...
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