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June 7, 2024
Time for an anatomy lesson at the National Wool Museum
THIS winter, the National Wool Museum will be transformed with life-sized animal sculptures by Michele Beevors in the Anatomy Lessons exhibition. The life-sized sculptures range...
June 7, 2024
The secret to a fulfilling retirement
THE coming Greater Geelong Retirement Village and Resort Expo is the perfect opportunity for those looking into their retirement to find out more. Retirement living...
June 6, 2024
It’s time for a laugh with Jimmy Rees
Australian comedian Jimmy Rees has embarked on his Let's Get Regional tour, which will land in Geelong later this month. Well known for his...
June 4, 2024
Heritage restorations rewarded
A LOCAL tuck pointer has been awarded the inaugural Jennifer Bantow Local Heritage Award in recognition of his work restoring historic buildings around Geelong. After...
June 3, 2024
Highland cattle show comes to town
MORE than 60 Highland Cattle will arrive at the Geelong Show Ground next weekend for three days of entertainment. The 2024 Australian Highland Cattle Society...
June 2, 2024
Southern right whales return to Victoria’s coastline
KEEP an eye out for southern right whales as they visit Victorian oceans this winter, with boat operators urged to be aware. Each year from...
June 1, 2024
From the garden straight to the plate
Overlooking the picturesque Swan Bay sits Basils Farm, where their restaurant ingredients go straight from the garden and onto the plate. With a seasonal menu...
June 1, 2024
Grants open for Children’s Week events
THE City of Greater Geelong have opened grant applications for groups and organisations running events during Children's Week. Grants of up to $750 are up...
June 1, 2024
Dine for Pink hailed a success
IN A ROOM full of pink, the Geelong Harness Racing Club raised thousands for the Breast Cancer Network Australia in their dine for pink...
June 1, 2024
Stories of inspiration
ART of the Minds' Her Story event returned on Sunday as women shared their inspiring and uplifting stories. On May 26, 100 women gathered at...
May 31, 2024
New faces at The Hive
Hosting a group exhibition as broad as 'FLOW – stories from the wetlands' has given The Hive gallery in Ocean Grove another chance to...
May 31, 2024
Personal and Professional growth with WHS training
Studying Work Health and Safety (WHS) offers a range of benefits, both professionally and personally. For The Gordon Alumni Louise McKenzie, WHS training has prepared...
May 30, 2024
Vacations hit the road for world tour
Vacations kickstarted their year with a performance at the Laneway Festival and have recently embarked on a world tour following the success of their...
May 30, 2024
Surf Coast Times Torquay Cup raises funds for local charity
THE 13th annual Surf Coast Times Torquay Cup set off on Friday last week as the community raised funds for All Aboard Disability. More than...
May 30, 2024
Geelong youth aiming for change
A YOUNG Geelong team are now drafting a bill to be in debated in Parliament House as they represent the city at the Victorian Youth...
May 30, 2024
Strong turnout for RSPCA’s Million Paws Walk
DOG lovers united in Geelong last Sunday for the 30th annual RSPCA Million Paws Walk. More than 700 participants descended on Geelong's Eastern Park as...
May 28, 2024
High-risk drivers targeted in state’s west
MORE than 150 offences were detected by Victoria Police in Operation West Connect as highway patrol units were in full force in the state's...
May 27, 2024
Local athletes star at Australian Gymnastics Championships
THE YMCA Geelong Gymnastics Club recently triumphed at the Australian Gymnastics Championships on the Gold Coast. The championships brought together the best gymnasts in the...
May 24, 2024
New twist on a Shakespeare classic
One of Shakespeare's classic comedies will take the stage at the Geelong Arts Centre this weekend, with a new take on the original. A Midsummer...
May 24, 2024
Geelong events to be included in Melbourne Art Book Fair
GEELONG is set to host a string of events as the region takes part in the tenth annual Melbourne Art Book Fair for the...
May 24, 2024
Beach Hotel wins big
JAN Juc's The Beach Hotel has taken out the best Regional Pub Bar at the 2024 Australian Hotel Association Victoria State Awards for Excellence. The...
May 23, 2024
New twist on a Shakespeare classic
One of Shakespeare's classic comedies will take the stage at the Geelong Arts Centre this weekend, with a new take on the original. A Midsummer...
May 23, 2024
The best of musical theatre in one show
Get ready to sing along to all the musical hits as The World of Musicals - in Concert comes to Geelong. Following a sold-out Australian...
May 21, 2024
Fighting against animal cruelty one step at a time
GEELONG community members and their four-legged friends will gather at the Eastern Park Hub next weekend for the annual RSPCA Million Paws Walk. On May...
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