BT digital edition, February 13
Benefit Geelong grants to open soon
BENEFIT Geelong's next grant round will open next week, with an information session to be held on Monday, February 16 for interested applicants. The not-for-profit...
Cash for camps, excursions and sports
FUNDING for students to attend camps and excursions is available from this term, the state government has announced. The Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund is...
Inspiring women sought for 2026 Victorian Honour Roll
COMMUNITY members are being encouraged to nominate eligible inspirational individuals from all walks of life, cultural backgrounds and age groups for the 2026 Victorian...
A home where design, nature and lifestyle unite
14 Basin Lane, Torquay Step into a residence where architecture, nature, and lifestyle come together in perfect harmony, thoughtfully designed to transform everyday living into...
Stylishly renovated beachside living with ocean views: 7 Vera Court, Aireys Inlet
THIS newly renovated home presents a fabulous opportunity to secure a flat, beachside residence on the ocean side of the highway. Perfectly positioned beside...
Town by Town Snapshot: Aireys Inlet
THE size of Aireys Inlet is approximately 20.2sqkm. The population of Aireys Inlet was 2016 was 802 people. By 2021, the population was 979,...
Riv on the Record – Adrian Leijer[Soccer coach]
THIS week I had the great pleasure of being joined by former Socceroo and Coerver Coaching Geelong director Adrian Leijer. Spin it! How did you...
Hometown heroes: the volunteers who stood their ground
They are farmers and tradies, parents and students, professionals and retirees. They come from different walks of life, different towns and different generations. But...
A gentle encounter to remember
Over two memorable days in November, Tuckers Funeral and Bereavement Service offered residents from seven aged care homes across the region a rare and...
Rethinking what aged care should look like
WHEN people talk about aged care, the conversation often centres on necessity, support and the practical realities of needing help day to day. Increasingly, people...
Home battery rebates are dropping in 2026
IF YOU'VE been considering a home battery, now may be the time to act. Battery rebates of up to $300 per kWh are now available,...
Most Bellarine commuters don’t know this deal exists
FOR a short window this February, Bellarine commuters have a chance to lock in one of the most cost-effective ways to travel into Melbourne...
When surgery causes harm : Understanding surgical negligence and your rights
FOR many Australians, surgery becomes more common as we get older. Joint replacements, cardiac procedures, cataract surgery and other operations are often essential to...
Experience retirement living designed around you
THIS is your final opportunity to secure a brand-new home in the most sought-after release at Bellarine Lakes Country Club. With just four homes remaining,...
Where tradition meets talent : Lost Trades Fair returns
THE Lost Trades Fair will move back to the region where it all started in 2014, relocating back to the Macedon Ranges. The event will be...
Where Space, Community and Coastal Living Come Together – Kithbrooke Park Country Club
KITHBROOKE Park Country Club Torquay is set across 12 acres of beautifully landscaped open space, gardens, walk paths and waterways. Here, residents enjoy the serenity...
Helping first home buyers get ahead: Get $500 a week while you build with Simonds*
BUYING your first home is an exciting milestone, and Simonds Homes is making the journey even more rewarding with a new offer designed to...
Experienced care in a new aged care era
THE Support at Home program has now commenced, marking an important new phase in aged care for older Australians.While the change brings positive opportunities...
Protecting your legacy
YOU have worked hard all your life. You have saved, invested and built up assets, and now you are reviewing your will to decide...
Celebrating seniors by putting people first
AGEING well is not just about services – it's about dignity, connection and feeling truly supported to live life on your own terms. Across the...
A new age in aged care
AUSTRALIA'S aged care sector is undergoing a quiet transformation, and For Purpose Aged Care is positioning itself at the forefront of that change. With the...
Homestyle Aged Care expands award-winning on-site rehabilitation
HOMESTYLE Aged Care has expanded its partnership with Concentric, recently opening its award-winning specialist onsite rehabilitation service at Belmont Grange in Grovedale, with the...
Muirfield Management
EVERY week, Muirfield Management deals with countless examples of people fearful of running out of money in retirement due to uncertainties about future expenses...