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December 21, 2023
Lewis to give greater chances to talented locals
AN OCEAN Grove local has been awarded a $50,000 fellowship grant in recognition of his charitable work to empower young people in Melbourne's western...
December 21, 2023
Generosity boosts Giving Tree Appeal to all-time high
THE Geelong Giving Tree Appeal has raised more than $130,000 to support individuals and families facing hardships this festive season. The month-long Meli and Sexual...
December 16, 2023
Community to help “dreams come true”
A TORQUAY local is continuing to do all she can to help her home country of Ukraine by kickstarting a new festive season giving...
December 16, 2023
Wildlife of the Year exhibition returns to Geelong
One of the world's most well-renowned photography exhibitions is making its return to Geelong's National Wool Museum to showcase the natural world's most astonishing...
December 16, 2023
Foundation set $250,000 goal for festive appeal
GEELONG personality Nadia Stamp is one of many locals showing their support of Geelong's most vulnerable and tiny patients this festive season. Ms Stamp is...
December 16, 2023
Virtual skylights to bring calm to Geelong cancer patients
CALMING virtual skylights have been introduced to two University Hospital Geelong radiation rooms following a generous $60,000 donation from the Firefighters Charity Fund. The installation...
December 15, 2023
Skaters ramp up for summer season
THE newly transformed St Leonards Skate Park is slated to take local youth sporting recreation to the next level this summer. Member for Bellarine, Alison...
December 14, 2023
Webb adds another Aussie title
TORQUAY surfer Emma Webb added another two Australian titles to her trophy cabinet at the 2023 Australian SUP Titles at Sussex Inlet in New...
December 14, 2023
Leisure Networks facilitating sport with a smile
LEISURE Networks has helped to deliver sport with a smile at its annual inclusive Cricket Gala Day. More than 70 all abilities athletes from four...
December 10, 2023
Goodwin for local music industry
AN INTERNATIONALLY acclaimed Geelong photographer has been lauded for decades of dedication to the local music industry and awarded a prestigious music prize. Lucinda Goodwin...
December 9, 2023
Barwon Health win sustainability award
BARWON Health's commitment to sustainability and climate resilient health systems landed them with top honours at the Victorian Public Healthcare Awards. Last month, the Barwon...
December 8, 2023
‘Lonnie’ making waves with new junior program
THE Point Lonsdale Boardriders Club is making waves in the local surfing scene with its newest junior development surfing program. 'Lonnie Groms' is tailored to...
December 7, 2023
National champions crowned on Phillip Island
SIX new Australian champions were crowned in quality waves on Phillip Island over the weekend at the Australian Junior Surfing Titles. The nine-day event featured...
December 7, 2023
Surfs up for local secondary school students
NEXT year, secondary school students will have a chance to compete in a special tag team surfing event for the first time. The Australian Interschools...
December 7, 2023
Donations to double for remainder of appeal
CHILDREN from Bell Park Kindergarten have shared kindness to those who need it most in Geelong's community by supporting the Geelong Giving Tree Appeal. The...
December 7, 2023
Beanie Tree to support locals in need
THREE local community groups have teamed up “to pay it forward” this Christmas by combining their skills to knit and crochet 173 special beanies...
December 7, 2023
Bellarine swim centre celebrate big milestone
MORE than 300 people turned out to celebrate Bellarine Aquatic and Sports Centre's 15th birthday. Sunday's free celebration event officially kicked off the City of...
December 3, 2023
Surfing Victoria title schedule revealed
SURFING Victoria has announced its 2024 Victorian State Titles event calendar, with shortboard, longboard and SUP disciplines all slated to feature. The jam-packed season of...
December 2, 2023
Foundation encouraging festive season giving
THE Give Where You Live Foundation (GWYLF) is calling on the community to show support for locals battling homeless and food insecurity this festive...
December 2, 2023
Community Hub opens at Mount Duneed
THE $13 million state-of-the-art Poa Banyul Community Hub is officially open and will provide a boost to early years and family services in the...
December 2, 2023
Emerging artist competition to return at 2024 Festival of Sails
THE call-out is on for emerging music artists to come and be part of the jam-packed entertainment at the 181st Festival of Sails in...
December 2, 2023
Decade of Ocean Grind
FROM a small humble coffee dream while hiking through Central South America to becoming coffee roasting trailblazers within the industry, Mark Clatworthy and his team...
December 1, 2023
Grovedale Hotel secure the gold at national awards
The team at The Grovedale Hotel are charging their glasses after winning the Overall Hotel of the Year (Regional) title at the 2023 Australian...
November 30, 2023
QMF dazzles in the Borough
MORE than 9,000 people danced away and enjoyed four days of non-stop entertainment at Queenscliff Music Festival. Last week's event featured more than 100 musicians...
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