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August 13, 2025

Foster homes sought for ABF puppies

THE Australian Border Force (ABF) is on the lookout for foster homes in Geelong for its future crime-fighting puppies. Carers will have a 12-month commitment...

August 12, 2025

Geelong fast-tracks world-class recycling centre

THE existing Geelong Resource Recovery Centre and Transfer Station (GRRC) will be transformed into a state-of-the-art facility after falling into a state of disrepair. The...

August 12, 2025

Cancer survivors can now donate blood sooner

THE Australian Red Cross Lifeblood has announced a change in donation rules, allowing more people to give blood and plasma. Under the new guidelines, people...

August 11, 2025

Hunt is on for 2026 faces of the Good Friday Appeal

THE Good Friday Appeal is on the hunt for families across Victoria as it launches its search for the 2026 Faces of the Appeal. Families...

August 11, 2025

Bringing perinatal support to Geelong

A LOCAL mum is on a mission to bring a perinatal mental health charity to the Geelong region in support of women on maternity...

August 11, 2025

Racing to improve mental health

YOUNG football and netball club leaders across the Barwon region are encouraging better mental health around their clubs with their Game Changers Race. A Read...

August 11, 2025

Celebrating two decades of Awake is the New Sleep

Australian musician and actor Ben Lee is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Awake is the New Sleep by heading out on a national tour. Lee...

August 10, 2025

Drysdale upcycler gives vintage furniture a modern twist

FURNITURE often has a story to tell, especially when it has lived in a home for decades. Drysdale local Jacinta Osmond takes those pieces, upcycling,...

August 10, 2025

New van takes clothes on the road

THREAD Together has hit the road in Geelong, with the mobile van bringing choice, dignity and new clothing to people across the region. Funded by...

August 9, 2025

Six local artists to share $64 000 in Creative Engine grants

GEELONG Arts Centre is on the lookout for artists who are looking to push the boundaries and advance their arts practice as part of...

August 8, 2025

Guy Sebastian surprises Geelong with album release party

AUSTRALIAN musician Guy Sebastian is taking to the stage at Geelong Arts Centre with a free album release party on Wednesday, August 13. The ‘Open...

August 8, 2025

Wylie fundraises for world tour dream

JAN Juc local and surfer Tully Wylie is on a mission to qualify for the World Tour in 2026 and is calling on the...

August 7, 2025

Geelong Rotary celebrates 100 years since inaugural lunch

ROTARY is celebrating 100 years since its inaugural luncheon on July 14, 1925, where work started to introduce a club in Geelong. About 65 Rotarians...

August 7, 2025

APCO superheroes fuel record‑breaking generosity

THE APCO Foundation's recent Giving Day was the most successful yet, smashing records and bringing communities together in support of others. Held on July 29, the...

August 6, 2025

Award-winning artist to exhibit at Aireys Inlet

AWARD-WINNING artist Craig Davy has chosen the Eagles Nest Gallery for his first exhibition on the Surf Coast. The exhibition, At First Light, is made...

August 5, 2025

Grants to drive dementia awareness in diverse communities

Up to $30,000 in one-off payments will be available for community organisations to build awareness around dementia with the launch of the 2025 Diversity...

August 4, 2025

A Bracewell treat

FROM co-hosting Channel 10’s The Cheap Seats to the stage of Geelong Arts Centre, Melanie Bracewell is heading out on tour. The New Zealand comedian...

August 4, 2025

Young gun takes youth sailor title

ONE of Geelong's own has taken out the title for Ocean Racing Club of Victoria's Youth Sailor of the Year. Will Farrell was recognised with...

August 3, 2025

Lizzy Hoo

THE comedy scene in Geelong is heating up as Laughs and Lagers returns to Blackman's Brewery in Grovedale this Sunday, August 3. Presented by Geelong...

August 2, 2025

Riders to be inspired at Big Bike Film Night

SHORT cycling films from around the world will play on the big screen this Monday, August 4 when the Big Bike Film Night returns...

August 1, 2025

Water restrictions relief in Apollo Bay

WATER restrictions will be lifted in Apollo Bay, Marengo and Skenes Creek from today (Friday, August 1) A welcome rise in storage levels mean the...

August 1, 2025

Hope Bereavement Care celebrates 40 years

MORE than 180 people turned out to Truffleduck on Tuesday this week to celebrate Hope Bereavement Care's 40th anniversary. With Roxie Bennet as MC, the...

July 31, 2025

Geelong grocer takes top spot in state awards

A GEELONG family-owned business has taken out the top gong in Better Choice's Retailer of the Year - People's Choice Awards. Geelong Fresh Foods was...

July 31, 2025

Read the Play inspires resilience and kindness

HUNDREDS of people packed the President's Room at GMHBA Stadium on Friday last week for the annual Read the Play Fundraiser Breakfast. This year's event,...