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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...