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January 21, 2025

Barwon Water ranked best in the state

BARWON Water has been ranked as the top water authority in Victoria in a recent customer survey. The latest Essential Services Commission customer perception survey showed...

January 20, 2025

Victorians affected by cancer feeling the financial pinch

Cost of living pressures continue to affect Victorians, as the number of those impacted by cancer who require financial support has risen by more...

January 19, 2025

Museum’s new attraction poses treasure test

Crack the code to uncover missing treasure as the Queenscliffe Maritime Museum reveals its newest attraction. Benito's Lost Pirate Treasure Escape Room has arrived on...

January 19, 2025

Corio Model Railway Exhibition steams in for 50th year

MODEL railway enthusiasts will have the opportunity to feast their eyes on plenty of layouts at the 50th annual Corio Model Railway Exhibition next...

January 18, 2025

Dashing to the finish line

Dachshunds will be on the starting line at the Geelong Harness Racing Club (GHRC) on Friday, January 24 as the Dachshund Dash returns for...

January 17, 2025

Battle continues for BPCA top spot

THE fight for the top spot on the A1 ladder has resumed in the Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association (BCPA), with the 2024-25 season returning...

January 16, 2025

United fall short against Perth

GEELONG United battled it out in their first home game of 2025 as they took on top two team Perth Lynx in Round 11...

January 15, 2025

Increasing support for Victoria’s next teachers

THE Victorian government will expand its Career Start initiative into eight new parts of the state, allowing graduate teachers to receive more support as...

January 14, 2025

Geelong RRC continues waste restrictions

THE Geelong Resource Recovery Centre (RRC) in North Geelong will extend its present rule to not accept garden organics, soil and rubble. For the safety...

January 12, 2025

Blurring the lines between design and fabrication

What started out as a necessity for a local architectural steel fabrication business has quickly turned into a space where design and craftsmanship come...

January 11, 2025

Discover coastal and marine environments as Summer by the sea returns

VICTORIA'S coastline is buzzing with things to do these school holidays as Summer by the Sea returns for 2025 with more than 90 activities...

January 11, 2025

Outdoor Living and Caravan Expo returns for biggest year yet

THE Geelong Showgrounds will transform into a haven for camping and outdoor enthusiasts as the Geelong Outdoor Caravan and Living Expo returns. From January 17...

January 11, 2025

Geelong swimmers find success at championships

LOCAL swimmers have emerged from the water victorious after claiming the number one spot in the Mattiolo Victorian Age Long Course Championships last month. Members...

January 11, 2025

Barwon Water making a splash about sustainable water usage

BARWON Water is spreading the word about sustainable water usage across the Geelong region with its mascot Drop. Using a range of activities, giveaways and...

January 11, 2025

Hundreds set off for annual fun run

MORE than 500 runners took off into the Geelong sunrise on December 31, sending off the year with the 33rd Dawnbuster Fun Run. A joint...

January 10, 2025

Geelong United fall to UC Capitals

STRONG defensive pressure from the UC Capitals has resulted in a 20-point loss for Geelong United over the weekend, going down in Round 10...

January 9, 2025

Deakin win gold in student accommodation

DEAKIN Residential Services has been recognised as one of the best in Australia, receiving a Gold Accreditation for its student accommodation. The accreditation, awarded by...

January 9, 2025

Stepping back in time with trucks and machinery

CLASSIC trucks, tractors, cars and more will roll into the Geelong Showgrounds from Saturday, January 11, as the Geelong Classic Truck and Machinery Show...

January 8, 2025

Pyjama Foundation needs Geelong volunteers

THE Pyjama Foundation is seeking Pyjama Angel volunteers to help make a difference in the lives of children in care within Geelong. The foundation exists...

January 7, 2025

Preventing battery fires this holiday season

THE community has been urged to understand the risks associated with lithium-ion batteries. The warning comes from Victorian fire agencies following the explosion of a...

January 7, 2025

Geelong youth hub’s name takes flight

THE Central Geelong Youth Hub has officially been named following a period of community engagement. The new facility will be known as The Nest, a...

January 3, 2025

Family fun and racing thrills as Super Saturday returns

THERE will be plenty happening at the Geelong Racing Club as Super Saturday on the Coast returns tomorrow (Saturday, January 4) with entertainment on...

January 2, 2025

Geelong local receives Westpac Social Change Fellowship

The West Pack Scholars Trust has awarded 10 entrepreneurs with scholarship funding, including Geelong's own Caleb Rixon. With the $50,000 scholarships, recipients design a tailored...

December 31, 2024

Local women’s charity wins national award

A LOCAL not-for-profit organisation has been recognised for its achievements at a national level. Women's Health and Wellbeing Barwon South West (WHWBSW) took home the...