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January 8, 2025

Pyjama Foundation needs Geelong volunteers

THE Pyjama Foundation is seeking Pyjama Angel volunteers to help make a difference in the lives of children in care within Geelong. The foundation exists...

January 7, 2025

Preventing battery fires this holiday season

THE community has been urged to understand the risks associated with lithium-ion batteries. The warning comes from Victorian fire agencies following the explosion of a...

January 7, 2025

Geelong youth hub’s name takes flight

THE Central Geelong Youth Hub has officially been named following a period of community engagement. The new facility will be known as The Nest, a...

January 3, 2025

Family fun and racing thrills as Super Saturday returns

THERE will be plenty happening at the Geelong Racing Club as Super Saturday on the Coast returns tomorrow (Saturday, January 4) with entertainment on...

January 2, 2025

Geelong local receives Westpac Social Change Fellowship

The West Pack Scholars Trust has awarded 10 entrepreneurs with scholarship funding, including Geelong's own Caleb Rixon. With the $50,000 scholarships, recipients design a tailored...

December 31, 2024

Local women’s charity wins national award

A LOCAL not-for-profit organisation has been recognised for its achievements at a national level. Women's Health and Wellbeing Barwon South West (WHWBSW) took home the...

December 28, 2024

Run at dawn for a good cause

HUNDREDS of runners will end the year on a fitness high after taking part in the annual Dawnbuster Fun Run. Participants will complete a 5km...

December 27, 2024

Archers Torquay launches into a new era

A YEAR on from taking over the reins at one of Torquay's wine bars, owners Emma Aitken Alexander and Rob Aitken have rebranded. Mr Archer...

December 25, 2024

Bush kinder programs expanding in the region

KINDERGARTENS across the Surf Coast Shire and City of Greater Geelong will receive funding from the Victorian government as part of the bush kinder...

December 24, 2024

State-wide Total Fire Ban declared for Boxing Day

A TOTAL Fire Ban (TBA) has been declared for all of Victoria on Boxing Day (December 26) with hot, dry and windy conditions expected. During...

December 24, 2024

Masters Tournament takes centre court

BASKETBALLERS will descend on Torquay for the Surfcoast Basketball Association (SBA) Masters Tournament in February. The event, on February 1 and 2, aims to give...

December 24, 2024

Prestigious exhibition returns to Geelong

THE National Wool Museum is again opening its doors to one of the world's most prestigious photography events. The Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition...

December 23, 2024

Upgrades for north Geelong school

GEELONG’S Northern Bay College will receive more than $1.7 million in funding for improved facilities and maintenance works around the campus. The state government funded...

December 22, 2024

Sweetening the community spirit

The Geelong Beekeepers Club Inc is abuzz with generosity, giving their time to educate the community and donating jars of honey to a local...

December 18, 2024

Hundreds turn out for celebration breakfast

MORE than 300 people filled the President's Room at GMHBA Stadium last week for the Leisure Networks International Day of People with Disability Celebration...

December 18, 2024

New study to highlight concussion in AFLW players

The impacts of concussion experienced by AFLW players will be put under the microscope in a new study. In partnership with the AFL, the Victorian...

December 17, 2024

Staying heart healthy this festive season

The Christmas and holiday period can bring with it work parties and catch-ups with friends and family, often filled with plenty of tempting food. As...

December 16, 2024

Fuelling careers in disability support

TO STRENGTHEN Victoria's disability workforce the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) has opened applications for the Reginal Disability Worker Scholarships. Disability support work...

December 15, 2024

It’s about time to relax

Relaxation and wellness on the Surf Coast will rise to another level with the opening of About Time Bathhouse later this month. Featuring treatment rooms,...

December 15, 2024

Liminal Gallery goes large with new exhibition

More than 25 emerging local artists from the Geelong region now have their works on display in Liminal Gallery's 100+ exhibition. Officially opening on Saturday,...

December 14, 2024

A treasure trove of collectables

MORE than 100 stalls will fill the Geelong Showground Agriculture Hall this Saturday (December 14) for the Collectables Swap and Sell event. Hosted by the...

December 14, 2024

Vision Australia visits Geelong Library

PARTICIPANTS at Preschool Story Time at Geelong Library on Friday last week were joined by some special visitors. Vision Australia partnered with the library to...

December 13, 2024

Coerver Coaching’s holiday programs attract professional talent

Professional soccer player and coach, Masamichi Kuroyanagi, can't wait to share his training tips and love of the game when Coerver Coaching kicks off...

December 13, 2024

Growing and thriving through outdoor play and adventure

AT the Y Anglesea Discovery Camp, the focus is to get young people outdoors and learning, challenging comfort zones and connecting with the natural...