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September 10, 2024
Boost for local businesswomen
TEN local businesswomen have been awarded City of Greater Geelong-sponsored 2024 Business Accelerator scholarships with Business in Heels to help start a new business...
September 9, 2024
Off and racing
BRAND new lighting will shine down on Beckley Park at the Geelong Harness Racing Club as is reopens for the upcoming season. Returning after a...
September 8, 2024
Second generation keeps Nicol’s Paddock growing
Set between the outskirts of Geelong and the Surf Coast lies Nicol's Paddock, a family-run winery and restaurant. The first vines were planted on the...
September 7, 2024
Forever better with Miele
Two families have shaped the company for more than 100 years: the Miele and Zinkann families. In 1899, with four lathes and one drilling machine,...
September 7, 2024
One shade fits all
Monochromatic interior design is in, and it's anything but boring.In fact, it's a great way to add cohesion and interest to your space, without...
September 7, 2024
Berkowitz: The home of Stressless
As the chill of winter fades, the promise of spring brings a renewed sense of vitality. The warm light and blossoming nature inspires the refresh...
September 7, 2024
The importance of a contract review – a purchaser’s perspective
When purchasing property, purchasers will often be told that a contract or Section 32 statement is "standard" and may often be pressured to sign...
September 6, 2024
Shining a light on women’s health
This week, groups and organisations from across Australia celebrated the 12th annual Jean Hailes Women's Health Week with the theme "Your Voice. Your Choice." Running...
September 6, 2024
Geelong’s Team Zav takes on TAB Eureka
GEELONG'S Team Zav is heading to Menangle and will represent the state in the second running of the world's richest harness race, the TAB...
September 5, 2024
Wonder Children’s Festival to return
The Wonder Children's Festival is returning to the Geelong Arts Centre for the second year, running from September 12 to September 26. After the success...
September 5, 2024
Shane Howard and band to perform in Queenscliff
Australian singer, songwriter, poet, producer and mentor Shane Howard is taking the stage at the Queenscliff Town Hall for a performance with his band. The...
September 3, 2024
Geelong fitness instructor named as finalist in national award
FOR the second year in a row, a Geelong group fitness instructor has been named as a finalist in the 2024 AUSactive National Awards. Paula...
September 1, 2024
Mixing community with coffee
For more than two decades, Scott Pond has been the face behind Jan Juc's Swell Cafe, pouring coffees and plating meals. Originally established in 1998,...
September 1, 2024
Local influencer pulls off Hard FIZZ stack
Geelong 4WD influencer Lachy Poole has teamed up with DJ FISHER's alcohol brand Hard Fizz in a unique collaboration. The partnership saw Poole load the...
September 1, 2024
Combating loneliness with cuddles
Cuddle gatherings are coming to Geelong as a way of addressing isolation and bringing more connection, care and community to the region. On September 22,...
August 31, 2024
Schools celebrate Book Week
HERNE Hill Primary School has joined other schools around Australia in celebrating this year's Book Week. The annual event took place from August 17 until...
August 31, 2024
Wool museum wins national plaudits
GEELONG has been declared the home of Australia's best regional museum. In a recent win for the region, the National Wool Museum took out top...
August 29, 2024
Hue and Cry Collective exhibits more than 300 works
THE Hue and Cry Collective is preparing for its biggest exhibition of the year, which opens this week. Featuring more than 300 artworks, the annual...
August 29, 2024
Comedian’s new show is totally normal
Australian comedian Nazeem Hussain is back on tour, returning to the stage in February with his new show Totally Normal. Hussain is well known for...
August 28, 2024
Fostering a future
GEELONG organisation Meli will launch their Foster a Future appeal next week, raising funds for its foster care program and highlighting the need for...
August 28, 2024
City commits to pothole repair
THE City of Greater Geelong says it has repaired thousands of potholes across the region and is committed to repairing roads and preventing further...
August 26, 2024
Award-winning care at home
Country to Coast Home Care Services was recently named the national award winner in the Aged and Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA) 2024 Excellence...
August 26, 2024
Is it time to consider your loved ones’ care?
As your loved ones age, you may have noticed signs they might need additional support and need to consider alternative care options. Key indicators may...
August 26, 2024
Communication: the human connection
Many people have sat in a public space and watched others. People waiting for coffee, waiting for a train, waiting in line to use...
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