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March 7, 2026
Creating spaces with soul
DESIGN isn't just about colour palettes in a room. And it's certainly not about fluffing cushions or shopping for sofas. For Katina Fimmel, it's...
March 7, 2026
Supporting the women who power our economy
AS the Member for Geelong, Christine Couzens has had the opportunity to meet many small business owners, and has admired their commitment, passion and...
March 7, 2026
A community led by women, built for everyone
AS International Women's Day approaches, CorePlus Geelong, Torquay and Ocean Grove are reflecting on a year of growth, connection and community, and the people...
March 7, 2026
Making grocery shopping affordable and accessible
DUSTY'S Bulk Foods has grown into one of the Surf Coast's most values driven retail spaces and is a powerful example of women leading...
March 7, 2026
The quiet strength behind Bellevue Dry Cleaners
IN an era where fast fashion and convenience often overshadow craftsmanship, Bellevue Dry Cleaners stands as a reminder that care, consistency and community still...
March 7, 2026
Governance with purpose: how women are leading change at Gateways Support Services
AT Gateways Support Services, leadership is defined by impact, not titles. In a sector built on care and connection, the phrase business-minded can sometimes...
March 7, 2026
Introducing the women of Geelong Racing Club
BEHIND some of the biggest and most loved events in our region is a team of capable, driven and passionate women at Geelong Racing...
March 7, 2026
Modern leg and facial vein treatment
FROM spider veins and varicose veins to facial veins and vascular rosacea, the experienced team at Geelong and Surfcoast Veins in Geelong West offers...
March 7, 2026
Supporting business owners through smarter finance decisions
FOR business owners, securing finance is rarely a straightforward process. Income structures vary, lender policies differ significantly and the time needed to navigate options...
March 7, 2026
Celebrating the women leading real estate across Apollo Bay, Lorne, Anglesea and Aireys Inlet
ALONG Victoria's iconic coastline, generosity and connection shape the way communities grow, and the women of Great Ocean Road Real Estate embody this year's...
March 7, 2026
A calmer, fume-free approach to modern hair care
FOR Evie Rauber, hair has never been about fast transformations or chasing trends. With over a decade in the industry, her philosophy has always...
March 7, 2026
From the ground up: Jacinta Begley on leading with purpose in construction
AS chief executive of Hamlan and Geelong Homes, Jacinta Begley is shaping the future of a proudly local family building business, guided by people,...
March 7, 2026
Designing workplaces people love
KATHRYN Bonning and Dayna White first met years ago while working as HR managers for a large retailer in the Geelong region. At the...
March 7, 2026
Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale’s yoga studio
YOGA has been an integral part of Dianne Riley's life for more than 30 years, beginning when she began watching Swami on TV when...
March 7, 2026
Celebrating diverse engineering experience
MELISSA Blyton has been a qualified engineer since last century, and has worked for large and small businesses in the public and private sectors...
March 7, 2026
Where resilience meets purpose
GROWING up along the Surf Coast, movement was a constant in Emily Payne's life. As a competitive athlete, her focus was on performance, discipline...
March 7, 2026
Redefining regenerative leadership across Australia and the global stage
IN a time defined by disruption, AI acceleration, and shifting global power dynamics, Dr Watceilia Varso stands as a multiple award-winning global keynote speaker...
March 7, 2026
Stitching together healing and community
WITH a professional background spanning youth work, developmental trauma and family therapy, Andrea Clements' career has always centred on people, connection and healing. For more...
March 7, 2026
Celebrating women means fighting when it matters
EACH year, for the past nine years, Senator Sarah Henderson has hosted an International Women's Day luncheon at the magnificent Clyde Park Winery near...
March 7, 2026
A village for wellbeing
WONDERKID & Co is a therapeutic community of holistic allied health clinicians and practitioners supporting the community via a range of therapeutic supports. This highly...
March 7, 2026
Enthusiastic about authenticity and delivering results
KELLIE Saddington, director and founder of Soulful Living Real Estate, is a proven high performer with professional integrity and the respect of the real...
March 7, 2026
A firm invested in community
JUSTINE Finlay is the managing director at Wightons Lawyers and is proud to lead a law firm that has been part of the Geelong landscape...
March 7, 2026
Redefining women’s healthcare
SINCE opening its doors in April 2024, Surf Coast Women's Health Group has rapidly become one of the Surf Coast's most impactful healthcare initiatives...
March 7, 2026
Stepping into the frame
ADRIENNE Dillon has been photographing on the Surf Coast and in Geelong for over 20 years. In fact, she may well have photographed you. For...
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