Geelong hosts national LGBTIQA+ conference
HUNDREDS of people gathered at GMHBA Stadium last week for the sixth National LGBTIQA+ Conference, Better Together. More than 800 people from across Australia attended...
Hundreds turn out for You Yangs Off Road Festival
THE You Yangs Off Road Festival returned on Sunday with a sold-out event. More than 500 people headed to the You Yangs Regional Park to...
The ultimate winter escape getaway
A SPECIAL reward awaits guests at the Portarlington Grand Hotel when threating themselves to a mini break on the Bellarine. Guests who book any room...
A story of crime and fire
Veteran journalist Michael Brissenden has released his newest novel, Smoke, and is taking it on tour. In a series of author events, Brissenden will be...
Growing in Confidence
Confidence Man has announced their coming tour to support 3AM (LA LA LA) across Australia in October and November, including a performance in Torquay. The...
Geelong Arts Centre announces new CEO
RHYS Holden has been announced as the new chief executive officer and creative director of the Geelong Arts Centre, and is set to join...
New location for Boom Gallery
GEELONG'S Boom Gallery has opened the doors at its new location in Newtown. After 13 years in their Rutland Street space, the new gallery officially...
Our Village need donations as warehouse empties
VOLUNTEERS from local charity Our Village (previously Geelong Mums) are calling for donations as their warehouse starts to empty. Our Village partner with social services...
Local artists to take off from Creative Engine Launchpad
GEELONG Arts Centre's inaugural Creative Engine Launchpad initiative begins on June 22, featuring the work of three local artists. Over three nights, artists will have...
Geelong Cycling Club host statewide race
THE Geelong Cycling Club are gearing up to hold their annual Ross Bush Memorial Handicap Race later this month. This year, the event has made...
Blending music with furniture
Inspired by a love of music, Gorman Furniture goes far beyond creating statement pieces, with passions for functionality and design coming together. Jarrod Gorman and...
Highland Cattle Show hailed as a success
THOUSANDS turned out at the Geelong Showgrounds for the 2024 Australian Highland Cattle Society National Show last weekend. Running from June 7 until June 9,...
Corio VICSES volunteers honoured
TWO Corio Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) volunteers have recently been recognised with separate awards. Justin Costello has been part of VICSES' Corio branch for...
Give Where You Live launch End of Financial Year Appeal
THE Give Where You Live Foundation is calling on the community to donate to their End of Financial Year Appeal. Those experiencing homelessness, struggling to...
TLC Healthcare opens new Botanical Garden in Wallington
TLC HEALTHCARE officially opened Homestead Estate's Botanical Garden at their Wallington healthcare precinct in April this year. This substantial investment in resident amenity was initiated...
100 years for Geelong Central Netball Association
Geelong Central Netball Association will mark its 100th year in October with a celebration for the ages set to be held at Provenance Wines...
Geelong Youth Choir in concert
GEELONG Youth Choir is inviting all music enthusiasts to join in as they announce their upcoming concert performance. The Celebration of Song concert will captivate...
Elevating Geelong homes with style and comfort
GEELONG residents have a new ally in their quest for beautiful, functional living spaces: James Lane. This leading Australian furniture and homewares retailer is set...
A blend of wine and comedy
Australian comedian Merrick Watts is bringing a second volume of An Idiot’s Guide to Wine to Mount Duneed Estate. Presented by Grapes of Mirth, the...
It’s more than music with Lee Kernaghan
The boys from the bush are back in town, with Australian country music legend Lee Kernaghan set to take the stage in Geelong. For the...
Making a difference in the lives of students
EDUCATION support has a lasting impact on students, something Charlotte Brunt understands first-hand. Ms Brunt is a graduate of The Gordon and has a passion...
Film night to showcase sustainable fashion
IN AN EFFORT to inform and raise awareness on the effects fashion has on the environment, Transition South Barwon are holding a community film...
Local author up for Book of the Year
LOCAL author Bridget Anne Perrett's debut novel is in the running for an award. Her book, The Heart of Grinnwick, has been nominated for Book...
Artist inspired by heart surgery
A Geelong artist has launched a solo exhibition at the Hue and Cry Gallery, depicting his feelings through heart surgery. Newtown resident Murray Chenery underwent...