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January 11, 2024

Drysdale transforms into automotive dream

DRYSDALE Autopro Classic Car & Bike Show organisers said Sunday's event remained unscathed by poor weather as hundreds of restored vehicles filled the Bellarine...

January 9, 2024

Record numbers reveal continued football growth in region

AFL BARWON heads into 2024 with the challenge of matching or improving on record participation numbers set in 2023, with new data showing football...

January 6, 2024

Wombat’s Wish gala night returns

A LOCAL charity has announced details about its major fundraising night this year, revealing an array of high-profile ambassadors to headline the biennial event. Drysdale-based...

January 5, 2024

Local netball’s need for infrastructure

NETBALL'S growth in the Barwon region continues to set a benchmark for leagues all over the state, but local sports governance body AFL Barwon...

January 1, 2024

Mark’s road to 40 at iconic Pier to Pub

TORQUAY resident Mark Brandimarti will join elite company when he completes four decades' worth of Pier to Pub swims on January 13. Mr Brandimarti, who...

December 31, 2023

Green to add backcourt presence for Storm

A Big V champion is set to join the Bellarine Storm in 2024 as part of the Bellarine Storm's latest offseason acquisition. Former Wyndham Big...

December 28, 2023

Ready to Rip: Ocean Grove SLSC bracing for Rip to River turnout

OCEAN Grove Surf Life Saving Club's biggest event of the year is gearing up for another bumper turnout at its 44th Rip to River...

December 27, 2023

Geelong Sustainability wins big at Premier’s Awards

LOCAL not-for-profit Geelong Sustainability has solidified its standing as a driving force for renewable practices in the region, after taking home two awards at...

December 27, 2023

Toy library’s growth continues

SURF Coast Toy Library membership numbers are at an all time high with committee members excited about the library's future. Surf Coast Toy Library committee...

December 26, 2023

Volunteers crucial for 15th Mussel Fest

THE Portarlington Mussel Festival's committee has put the call out to the local community to help get preparations under way for the 15th running...

December 26, 2023

Projects on the horizon following BCH annual report release

BELLARINE Community Health (BCH) has declared 2023 as a success in its latest financial report, coupled with the completion of several community projects. BCH chief...

December 25, 2023

Ocean Grove pub celebrates decade of service

A BELOVED hospitality venue in Ocean Grove has celebrated a decade of service under its present licensees, and has raised thousands for charity at...

December 25, 2023

Strait to Storm

BELLARINE Storm has dipped into the Big V scoring pool to sign sharpshooter Lauren Strait to its Championship women's side for 2024. Strait arrives to...

December 22, 2023

Storm sign second Supercat in signing coup

BELLARINE Storm, in a major signing coup, has snared its second member of last year's Geelong United Supercats roster as preparations for 2024 heat...

December 17, 2023

Drownings increase by thirty-three per cent

A LOCAL lifesaving club president is urging beachgoers to remain vigilant, as the Surf Coast and Barwon region prepares for a bumper summer period...

December 17, 2023

Course construction complete in St Leonards

GOLFERS across St Leonards and Indented Head now have access to a new and improved course after more than a decade of work. St Leonards...

December 15, 2023

A NEW HOME: St Leonards-Indented Head Fire Brigade open new station

THE St Leonards-Indented Head Fire Brigade's new $3.18 million facility is now in operation after being officially opened by government figures, brigade members, and...

December 15, 2023

Trung’s next swing at cancer

PORTARLINGTON Golf Club member and Portarlington resident Trung Troung is again teeing off on cancer for this year's Cancer Council The Longest Day Fundraiser. Mr...

December 14, 2023

Anthony makes it two out of two at World Cup

LOCAL ski superstar Jakara Anthony is off to a flying start to her World Championship defence, claiming back-to-back victories. Anthony, who won in Ruka, Finland...

December 13, 2023

AFL Barwon releases 2024 BFNL Fixture

A GOOD Friday double-header opener will kick off the 2024 Bellarine Football Netball League season on March 29 as the Bellarine’s best...

December 10, 2023

Poor wicket stumps Renegades match in Geelong

TONIGHT'S (Sunday, December 10) Big Bash League (BBL) clash between the Melbourne Renegades and Perth Scorchers in Geelong has been abandoned one ball...

December 10, 2023

Prespakis claims maiden Cats best and fairest

GEELONG star midfielder Georgie Prespakis has claimed her first club best and fairest at the 2023 Geelong Cats AFLW Best and Fairest event held...

December 7, 2023

Christmas tree glows despite rainy backdrop

THE Borough of Queenscliffe was out in force on Saturday night to officially begin the festive season, despite the disappointing weather Residents and visitors attended...