Cricket round-up: Anglesea and Barrabool denied by rain
THE rain brought plenty of drama and frustration in the Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association (BPCA) at the weekend.
Surf Coast Arts celebrates 25 years
SURF Coast Arts (SCA) will soon be celebrating 25 years since its foundation.
McCormack receives Victorian Senior Achiever Award
TORQUAY resident Toni McCormack's work with the University of the Third Age's (U3A) has been recognised with a Council of the Ageing (COTA) Victorian...
A genuine approach to building a home
MJS Built has grown very quickly since Mick Stanley began the business based in Ocean Grove. Yet despite the business having grown well beyond his...
Geelong Regional Libraries Corporation continues to grow
THE Geelong Regional Library Corporation's (GRLC) recently released annual report has shown the library service to have enjoyed another year of growth. GRLC is the...
Council divided on workplace health and safety
WORKPLACE health and safety (WHS) at the Surf Coast Shire and how it is managed became a divisive issue among its councillors last week.
Barwon Playground renewal to continue
THE Surf Coast Shire will press ahead with its changes to Winchelsea's Barwon River Playground, with councillors resolving to continue with the schedule of...
Painting with Parkinsons works feature in exhibition
THE Torquay Painting with Parkinson's group recently had some of their work on display as part of the Growth Art Exhibition at the Surf...
Deakin program encourages more girls to consider engineering
GIRLS from secondary schools across the Geelong region took part in the Power of Engineering event last week at Deakin University.
One Agency Surf Coast announces calendar competition winners
World renowned surf photographer Ed Sloane selected the 13 winning scenic shots of Torquay, Jan Juc and Bells Beach, which were taken by nine...
A vision of Geelong’s future
A GROUP of Deakin University students have made the finals of the Victorian Premier's Design Awards for their concept of a future sustainable Geelong.
Tradies take to the waves
TRADIES headed to Jan Juc to show off their surfing skills in the annual Worksafe Tradies Challenge on Saturday.
Workplaces urged to prioritise employee safety
OCTOBER is Safe Work Month, and to help people understand the importance of workplace safety, Bethany Hay is telling her story of a workplace...
Book offers a new lens to view the world
In Tyson Yunkaporta's recent book Sand Talk¸ he undertakes the enormous task of trying to enable readers to use Indigenous thinking to change how...
Netball competition played in respectful spirit
SECONDARY schools from across Geelong came together at Kardinia Park on Friday to participate in the Respect Cup.
Makeover for Little Malop Central
LITTLE Malop Central in the Geelong CBD is undergoing a range of changes, including a large stage for live performances set to be installed...
Skinner drafted into Cats’ AFLW side
TORQUAY'S Mia Skinner has been drafted by the Geelong Cats to be part of their AFLW squad for the upcoming season.
Geelong Wine Show holds awards dinner
THE GEELONG Wine Show awards dinner was held on October 18 at Truffleduck, with a Bellarine based winery taking the top prize.
Festival of Kites draws great crowd
The annual Festival of Kites was held at Fisherman’s Beach Foreshore on the weekend. The free community event serves not only as an exciting day...
Alana Wilkinson takes her songs on the road
The past few months have been busy for Alana Wilkinson, having performed at a string of high profile shows.
Researchers suggest mussels are underrated
Researchers are conducting a study to look at mussels as a potential alternative to fish as a source of omega-3.
Sprint Series races through Anglesea
THE Anglesea Sprint Series was held on Sunday, testing its competitors' running, kayaking, mountain biking and navigational skills. Adventure Junkie event co-ordinator Maria Plyashechko said...
Funding feud for rail duplication chugs on
CORANGAMITE Labor federal member Libby Coker is calling for the Morrison Government to bring forward funding of infrastructure in the Corangamite region.
Donors keep Barwon RDA galloping forwards
THE Barwon Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) recently held a Donors' Morning Tea where they were able to thank the supporters of the...