Exercise for the mobility impaired
Exercise offers countless health benefits, but what about those with impaired mobility, such as the elderly, disabled, or those in rehabilitation? Staying active is essential...
Award-winning care at home
Many people want to continue living at home for as long as possible, and there are lots of benefits that come with maintaining independence...
Information and support – a community service
People plan for different milestones in their lives, including birthdays, weddings, holidays and retirement, so planning for the final goodbye makes just as much...
Estate planning to provide for grandchildren directly
In a world where people are all living longer, inheritances are being received by children much later in life. When it is more difficult than...
Essential road accident advice for seniors:maximising TAC claims in Victoria
Accidents can happen when least expected, leaving people with injuries that disrupt daily life and financial stability. For seniors in Victoria, the aftermath of a...
Celebrating Seniors – Special Feature
MCH digital edition, February 7
BT digital edition, February 7
Back to the ’80s
THE Absolutely 80s show has been delivering some of the biggest hits from across the decade for 20 years and to celebrate is heading...
New City of Greater Geelong Youth Council steps up for 2025
THE 2025 City of Greater Geelong Youth Council has been announced, with Ayush Singh elected as junior mayor. Fellow youth councillor Alanah Forbes has been...
Pet owners urged to help dogs adjust after holiday season
LOCAL pet owners are being encouraged to help their dogs adjust to post-holiday routines to prevent behavioural issues such as separation anxiety and boredom. Pet...
GP training boost brings 64 new doctors to southwest Victoria
THE region's GP workforce is expanding, with 64 general practitioners in training set to join the Metro and Rural South West region, which covers...
Broadband upgrade promises stronger regional connectivity
A $3 billion investment will upgrade the remaining fibre-to-the-node (FTTN) sections of the National Broadband Network (NBN), with NBN Co contributing more than $800...
Town snapshot – Aireys Inlet
TOWN Profile: Aireys Inlet The size of Aireys Inlet is approximately 20.2 square kilometres with the population of Aireys Inlet in 2016 recorded at 808...
MCH digital edition, January 31
BT digital edition, January 31
Is it time for ‘Work From Home’’ to be stopped?
BY GARETH KENT, Director, Preston Rowe Paterson Geelong As we head into a new year, with a federal election coming up, the big issues are shaping up...
Riverview Fishing Classic marks ten years
THE Riverview Fishing Classic has marked its tenth year by raising $13,350 for the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club (OGSLSC) during the annual...
New data reveals rise in trade apprenticeships
THE number of trade apprenticeship commencements has risen by more than 70 per cent since 2019, according to figures from the National Centre for...
Nominations open for 2024 Victorian Sport Awards
NOMINATIONS are now open for the 2024 Victorian Sport Awards (VSAs), which celebrate achievements across all levels of Victorian sport throughout the past year. Presented...
Jiyai Shin to defend Vic Open title at 13th Beach after Australian Open victory
FORMER world No.1 Jiyai Shin will return to 13th Beach Golf Links next month to defend her Vic Open title, aiming for a rare...
Young LGBTIQA+ Victorians to benefit from HEY grants
THIRTEEN community groups across Victoria will receive more than $100,000 in funding to support young LGBTIQA+ people through the latest round of the Healthy...
CFA declares total fire ban
The CFA has announced tomorrow, Monday, January 27, to be a day of Total Fire Ban (TFB) for most of Victoria including the South...
Support available for farmers affected by fires and drought
FARMERS and communities impacted by the recent Grampians fires and ongoing drought in the south-west region are being encouraged to seek specialist wellbeing support. Agriculture...