Queenscliff venue to re-open in spring
THE Bellarine Hotel, formerly known as the Queenscliff Brewhouse, is slated to re-open its doors to the community this spring. After an extensive renovation and...
Clayton-Goodie makes international squad
A GEELONG cyclist has achieved her biggest competitive feat to date, earning selection in the Australian squad for the 2025 UCI Para-cycling Road World...
Invention to stay warmer in the water
A TORQUAY inventor is hoping to reignite his legacy in the surf fraternity with a rebranded product. More than two decades ago, Chris Lyons invented...
Fire under control at Cunningham Pier
FIRE Rescue Victoria has responded to stop a fire at Cunningham Pier in Geelong earlier this morning (Friday, July 11). Emergency services were called to...
Geelong dominate emerging player squads
THE Geelong Cricket Club is celebrating the selection of 30 of its talented junior players into the 2025/2026 Cricket Victoria Emerging Player Programs. The Emerging...
Lockhart’s leap for Cottage
QUEENSCLIFF children's charity Cottage by the Sea will receive a huge financial boost thanks to the incredible determination of an Australian adventurist. Australian Survivor finalist...
Search continues for missing Torquay man
LOCAL police are appealing for public assistance to help find a missing Torquay local. 58-year-old man Harvey was last seen on Koomeela Rise in Torquay...
Grants to create a fairer Geelong community
THE Give Where You Live Foundation is distributing more than $495,000 in grant funding to 23 local organisations working to create a fairer local...
World-first product safety standards to save babies’ lives
AUSTRALIA has launched world-first product safety standard aimed at helping parents reduce infant mortality rates due to Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy (SUDI) and...
Expanded drought support available for local farmers
FARMERS across the Geelong regopn are facing increasing pressure as dry conditions continue to bite. In response, the Victorian government has announced a $67.2 million...
Changing of the guard at Ocean Grove Rotary
OCEAN Grove Rotary will have a new president for the 2025-26 Rotary year, with Lyndy Stagg taking on the top leadership position. Ms Stagg was...
Upgrades to ramp up at St Leonards
MORE local boaters will be able to get out on the water with further boating facility upgrades being planned on the Bellarine Peninsula. Bellarine MP...
Whale washes up near Great Ocean Road
A WHALE carcass has washed up off Carisbrook Creek, Wongarra between Kennett River and Skenes Creek, leading to advice being issued to avoid the...
Local umpire levels up
A MOUNT Duneed local is one step closer to his dream of becoming an AFL umpire following his selection in the state development team. Tom...
AFL Barwon fly into new partnership
AFL Barwon has locked in a new partnership with Geelong waxing and spray tan salon Brazilian Butterfly. Brazilian Butterfly will have the naming rights for...
Australian classics with Kate Ceberano
AUSTRALIAN musical icon Kate Ceberano will be bringing her powerhouse vocals to Geelong early next month. Ceberano will be playing at the Geelong Art's Centre's...
Cats to move forward after Lions defeat
GEELONG Cats coach Chris Scott said his side won't be dwelling too long on last Friday's loss to the Brisbane Lions. The Cats went down...
National Wool Museum celebrate sustainable fashion innovation
A SYDNEY designer has been crowned the winner of Geelong's $10,000 We the Makers Sustainable Fashion Prize. Shiva Yousefpour was awarded top honours for her...
Anderson to make long-awaited return for Torquay
TORQUAY Tigers gun forward Lucas Anderson will play his first game in more than 400 days tomorrow (Saturday, June 28) against Portarlington. The 2023 Les...
Avoid mid-life crisis with a simple eye check
A NEW national survey has revealed many Australians aged 35-50 are struggling with blurry or unclear vision during everyday tasks. The vast majority remain unaware...
Ready to roll
THE pastry kings at Rolling Pin Pies and Cakes are hoping to add to their 26 national titles at the 2025 Australian Pie and...
QMF announce more acts
QUEENSCLIFF Music Festival has locked in more all-star acts to take to the stage during this year's edition of the coastal celebration. Joining the lineup...
EPA’s tips for winter clean ups
THOSE planning a clean-it-up and chuck-it-out project are being encouraged to take on some handy hints from the EPA. The EPA website has useful tips...
Dogs, campfires to be trialled at some caravan parks
DOGS and campfires will be allowed at a series of local caravan parks throughout the winter period. A low-season trial from land managers Barwon Coast...