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April 27, 2024

Distilling the best

Russ Watson has always had an interest in whisky, and if it wasn't for a suggestion after a few drinks, the Bellarine Peninsula might...

April 27, 2024

New author events for Geelong Regional Libraries

Geelong Regional Libraries have announced its new lineup for upcoming author events. Over the coming months the library will host events with big name authors...

April 26, 2024

Jebediah are back with a new album

Perth band Jebediah have just released their sixth studio album, OIKS. The launch of the album will kick off a massive year for the group...

April 26, 2024

Student success with Xero

AT 18 years old Angelique Moodie landed her first job as a junior accountant using her Xero software skills. Ms Moodie left school at the...

April 26, 2024

Commuting with Port Phillip Ferries

Cramped train rides and freeway traffic are a thing of the past as more travellers choose Port Phillip Ferries to make their way into...

April 25, 2024

Celebrating guide dogs

WEDNESDAY April 24 marked International Guide Dogs Day where the animals are honoured for the difference they make in people's lives. Guide Dogs help those...

April 25, 2024

Fire restrictions come to an end

THE Fire Danger Period has come to an end in the states south west regions. On April 22 restrictions were lifted in the City of...

April 24, 2024

Electrofishing surveys to take place in Barwon River

ELECTROFISHING surveys will be conducted over the next two years to assess the health of the upper Barwon River and guide is future management. The...

April 23, 2024

2024 Senior Victorian Gymnastics Championships

VICTORIA'S top gymnasts descended on Geelong Arena on April 5 to compete in the 2024 Senior Victorian Championships. Across three days Gymnastics Victoria welcomed close...

April 22, 2024

Nominations open for Honour Roll of Women

NOMINATIONS for the 2024 Victorian Honour Roll of Women have opened. The Allan Labor Government is calling for nominations of women who have made outstanding...

April 20, 2024

From not knowing how to paint to full-time artist

Four years ago, Terri Pollock started teaching herself how to paint, now she paints large-scale murals as a full-time artist. The muralist started painting during...

April 19, 2024

Records broken at this year’s Surf Coast Trek

MORE than 1,200 trekkers took on this year's Surf Coast Trek, the highest number of participants in its nine-year history. The Saturday, April 13, event...

April 19, 2024

Anzac Day Dawn Service to return

THE Anzac Day Dawn Service will again be held at Point Danger, Torquay this month. The service begins at 5.45am on April 25 and provides...

April 19, 2024

Winter Warmers Breakfast returns

Cottage by the Sea's annual Winter Warmers Breakfast returns on May 1 at the GMHBA Stadium. Exercise physiologist, nutritionist and neuroscientist Paul Taylor will be...

April 19, 2024

Supporting the mental health of teens

Read the Play will host two Parenting Young Minds events, where parents will learn how to support their child if they are facing mental...

April 18, 2024

Festival of diversity in Queenscliff

The Queenscliff Sacrededge Festival is set to return for its 11th year providing attendees with an opportunity to learn and connect. The three-day event will...

April 18, 2024

A local welcome for all with exciting weekly specials

What's on at the Portarlington Grand Hotel The Portarlington Grand Hotel is proud to announce a line-up of weekly specials guaranteed to delight and add...

April 18, 2024

Pierce Brothers head to Torquay

The Pierce Brothers have started their nationwide tour after releasing their fourth studio album, Everything Is Bigger Than Me. Twin brothers, Jack and Patrick Pierce...

April 16, 2024

Booming tourism season

TOURISM in Victoria hit a record high in 2023 with $37.8 billion being spent in the state. The latest data from the TRA's National and...

April 15, 2024

Women in Sport Breakfast returns

The annual Geelong Cats Women in Sports Breakfast will return to GMHBA Stadium on April 17. The event provides an opportunity for like-minded professionals to...

April 14, 2024

Local artist wins at artX Regional 2024

The winner of the artX Regional 2024 trophy has been announced. The exhibition is coordinated by genU and features artworks from those who identify as...

April 14, 2024

Simply Brill at the Geelong Arts Centre

Simply Brill is coming to the Geelong Arts Centre as part of its Delightful Days and Matinees program. Amelia Ryan, Michaela Burger and Michael Griffiths...

April 13, 2024

Great food at a restaurant that’s doing more

In 2023 Torquay's Samesyn owner Graham Jefferies closed the restaurant's doors, taking time to transform its look and focus and reopen as Samesyn 2.0. The...

April 12, 2024

Geelong Central Netball Association celebrates 100 years

Geelong Central Netball Association will mark its 100th year in October with a celebration for the ages set to be held at Provenance Wines...