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June 2, 2024
AFL Barwon to launch junior All Abilities league
AFL BARWON will expand its All Abilities Football pathway with a short four-week long competition catering to junior level footballers. Last week's announcement arrives on...
June 2, 2024
genU recognises volunteer efforts
VOLUNTEERS at local disability service genU were recognised for their efforts over the past year and celebrated volunteer milestones at a special ceremony. The service's...
May 31, 2024
Lighting upgrade begins construction in Queenscliff
THE Queenscliff community are ready to enjoy better lighting at its sporting mecca, following an announcement commencing the installation of new lighting at Queenscliff Recreation...
May 29, 2024
Museum upgrade ensures history for all
A HISTORICAL hub in the Borough of Queenscliffe will enjoy better access for all, following the official opening of new and accessible structures. Local representatives...
May 28, 2024
Folk festival to enjoy 20-year celebration
CELTIC culture, music and much more will be on display as the National Celtic Folk Festival returns to the Bellarine next month. The annual music...
May 25, 2024
Cats look to stave off fourth-straight loss
GEELONG will be fighting to stave off a fourth consecutive loss tomorrow (Saturday, May 25) against Greater Western Sydney as the Cats' hot start...
May 25, 2024
Female Festival of Sport line-up announced
AFL BARWON is ready to begin five days of celebrating women across the region and the impacts they make in local sport, headlined by...
May 24, 2024
Ocean Grove business changes hands after three decades
A POPULAR Ocean Grove business is changing hands at the month's end after more than 30 years of servicing the Bellarine town. Ocean Grove Home...
May 24, 2024
BFL frontrunners emerge
THE Bellarine Football League's (BFL) first seven rounds are in the books with all sides enjoying the first of their two byes in recent...
May 24, 2024
Geelong AFLW ruck moved to inactive list
GEELONG'S AFLW side will be without one of their key rucks for at least the next season. Geelong has moved 182cm ruck Olivia Fuller to...
May 21, 2024
Eagles flying high ahead of Roos clash
EAST Geelong Football Club senior coach Ned Aulsebrook says he did not expect his side to be sitting in second position on the Geelong...
May 21, 2024
Swans off to stellar start under new coach
A NEW coach has not delayed South Barwon's mission to return to the Geelong Netball League (GNL) finals, with the Swans unbeaten through five...
May 20, 2024
Ex-Portarlington CFA captain to take on stair climb
A FORMER CFA Portarlington captain is excited to take on a long-awaited personal challenge later this year. Darren Nisbet, who has been a crew member...
May 20, 2024
Time for a change: Yacht club pushing for better facilities
A MAJOR decision looms for the Indented Head Yacht Club (IHYC) as funding needed to redevelop the club's changing facilities awaits approval. IHYC vice commodore...
May 18, 2024
BPBA appoints new president, court shortage remains key focus
THE Bellarine Peninsula Basketball Association's (BPBA) new president is excited for what the future holds for basketball on the Bellarine, but says the association's...
May 17, 2024
Liddle leads Indigenous Round across region
FOOTBALL and netball clubs across the Barwon region will don Indigenous uniforms this weekend as part of AFL Barwon's Indigenous Round. At Geelong West, senior...
May 17, 2024
Barwon Valley hosts seminar to increase female participation
A GOLF club in Geelong is getting more women into the sport while aiming to address the challenges that may be standing in the...
May 16, 2024
Considine, Conroy secure Longboard State Titles
TWO Bellarine locals have earned their place in the Bells Beach Longboard Classic Word Tour event in July after taking home state titles at...
May 16, 2024
Cats reveal Sir Doug Nicholls Round guernseys
GEELONG's home and away guernseys for Sir Doug Nicholls Round were recently released by the club, designed by Keerray Woorroong and Yorta Yorta woman...
May 16, 2024
The way forward: Moves begin for Geelong’s WNBL tip-off
GEELONG United Basketball's (GUB) Board chair and chief executive say there is plenty to be excited about ahead of the 2024/25 Women's National Basketball...
May 15, 2024
Jigsaw Library assembles a larger audience
A DRYSDALE gem nestled in the back room of the Springdale Community Centre is seeing a slight uptick in foot traffic this year across...
May 13, 2024
Geelong contingent to aid Mets in quest to glory
SEVEN Geelong baseballers will compete for a chance to reach the Little league World Series later this year but will need to face the...
May 13, 2024
Seagulls cap off events in style
BARWON Heads Football Netball Club enjoyed the weekend off the football field and netball court as well as on them following last weekend's Captains...
May 12, 2024
Dr John Birrell Award recipient announced
GEELONG police officer Johan Wisewould has been awarded this year's Dr John Birrell OAM Road Safety Practitioner of the Year Award at a special...
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