About: Kylie Oliver

Posts by: Kylie Oliver

November 25, 2021

Climate win for the borough

People power has been behind the Borough of Queenscliffe gaining national recognition for its Climate Emergency Response Plan (CERP). The borough took out the Community...

November 20, 2021

Captivated by raw beauty of nature

Photographer Laura Alyce Bell admits there have been times when she has risen at 4am and driven two hours to capture a sunrise, only...

November 13, 2021

Siblings’ surf brand on a mission

A shared passion for surfing was the seed that grew into a flourishing business for brother and sister duo Sarah Quinney and Dan O’Connell. As...

November 11, 2021

Holistic union of old and new

It is almost impossible to believe the coastal marvel in Barwon Heads created by Adam Kane Architects was once referred to as “the dump”...

November 6, 2021

Sun protection in harmony with nature

An entrepreneurial streak shone through early in life for Winki Zinc founder and ocean lover Belinda Sharrock. As a child she remembers pitching ideas to...

November 4, 2021

Nitro Circus makes welcome return to Geelong

The adrenaline-packed and hugely popular Nitro Circus show is set to make a welcome return to Geelong in March next year. It has been three...

October 30, 2021

Daily ritual brews into business idea

They might call themselves "tea thieves" but Georgia Prisco and Laura O'Connor are definitely on the side of good, helping others steal back precious...

October 28, 2021

Buyers snap up luxury lifestyle at Qudos St Leonards

Astute local buyers have jumped at the chance to secure a slice of luxurious waterfront apartment living at Qudos St Leonards. Fourteen of the 16...

October 23, 2021

Capturing magical moments in time

Photographer Linda Gorfol has a golden rule of never deleting any of her photos. Through experience the Torquay creative has learned there can be treasure...

October 20, 2021

Triple treat celebrated at business awards

In-home care and companionship service Home Instead Geelong shone brightly at last night's Geelong Business Excellence Awards taking out three awards including the coveted...

October 18, 2021

Loneliness soars during the pandemic

The widereaching impact of the pandemic is highlighted in a new report which found more than a quarter (27 per cent) of Australians experienced...

October 16, 2021

Abby Lee’s mindful creative journey

Artist Abby Lee Sleep feels a warm sense of nostalgia every time she paints one of her signature creations featuring native Australian flora. Her often...

October 12, 2021

Colac all set for festival of food, music and culture

An enticing day-long festival of music, culture and food is in store when FLAVAFEST hits the regional city of Colac this summer on February...

September 24, 2021

Pop-ups wanted for summer foreshore entertainment

Expressions of interest are being sought for providers wanting to supply pop-up entertainment on the Barwon Heads foreshore this summer. Holiday entertainment on the foreshore...

September 19, 2021

Celebrating 125 years of Geelong Gallery

Local art lovers are invited to join in celebrating 125 years of the Geelong Gallery via a virtual event being held next month. To celebrate...

September 19, 2021

Whimsical cake designs prove irresistible

Cynthia Taylor recalls being mesmerized as a little girl watching her Italian grandmother at work in the kitchen. Seeing her move “rhythmically” as she baked...

September 17, 2021

Foster carers relish making a difference

Local couple Peyman and Leila feel their lives have been greatly enriched since becoming foster carers to young people in need of respite care. The...

September 16, 2021

Free beer for the vaxxed is no Furphy

Locally brewed favourite Furphy has declared it’s their shout for double-jabbed beer lovers as part of a ‘Vaxxed to the Pub’ initiative in support...

September 13, 2021

Creative Arts Grants jumpstart new projects

The Geelong Arts Centre has announced the nine creative projects set to benefit from the second round of its innovative Creative Engine grants initiative. The...

September 12, 2021

Creative minds wanted to host events

DESIGNERS, artists and innovators are being called on to host events as part of the 10-day Geelong Design Week festival to be held in...

September 12, 2021

First Nations youth gambling awareness program launches

The Geelong region will be home to Australia’s first youth specific First Nations gambling awareness program to support young Wadawurrung people. Aboriginal-owned organisation Strong Brother...

September 11, 2021

Organic approach to the art of styling

Interior design is something that comes naturally to Rebecca Jansma. A scroll through her stunning Instagram account or some time spent in her presence assures...