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June 8, 2025
Diesel to rock Barwon Heads by request
WITH a career that spans more than three decades, Mark Lizotte, better known as Diesel, has got some hits under his belt. The American-born,...
June 8, 2025
Local lifesavers to compete against California’s best
TWO Torquay surf lifesavers and a local coach are part of the 13-person team heading to complete against California's top lifeguards next month. The coming...
June 7, 2025
Funding boost for live performances
MORE support is being poured into the region's live performances and local venues with the latest round of Small Regional Presenters program grants awarded. Announced...
June 5, 2025
Call for blood donations as supply drops
Lifeblood is calling on Victorians to roll up their sleeves and give blood to meet patient demand as levels drop. About 9,500 donations of O...
June 5, 2025
Police to target road safety this weekend
VICTORIA Police are warning road users to take care when travelling this long weekend as a statewide policing operation rolls out. Aimed at reducing trauma...
June 4, 2025
genU celebrates volunteers
GENU has celebrated its volunteers and their impact on communities across the Barwon region. As part of National Volunteer Week, which runs from May 19...
June 3, 2025
New book helps kids wind down and sleep peacefully
A pair of Geelong locals have banded together with the goal of supporting children with emotional regulation and bedtime challenges through the release of...
June 3, 2025
I’m Not Proud to deliver laughs in Geelong
AUSTRALIAN comedian Tommy Little is hitting the touring circuit this year with a new stand-up show titled I’m Not Proud. The comedian and radio presenter...
June 2, 2025
Local highway patrol officer awarded Dr John Birrell Award
THE Rotary Clubs of Bellarine North and Bayside Geelong have hosted this year's Dr John Birrell Road Safety Practitioner of the Year Awards. Held in...
June 1, 2025
Hand-crafted creations
A high school hobby of creating beaded jewellery has led one local down a path of creation and craftsmanship. Bree Timmins created BLT Jewellery, named...
May 31, 2025
LEGO lovers’ delight to land in Geelong
LEGO enthusiasts of all ages will have the opportunity to surround themselves with the coloured blocks when the Geelong Brick Show lands in the...
May 29, 2025
Premier’s visit announces support for food relief
VICTORIAN Premier Jacinta Allen visited Geelong Foodshare on Friday last week to announce a boost to food relief and a power saving bonus. The 2025-26...
May 29, 2025
Last Million Paws Walk raises thousands for charity
More than 1,000 people and their four-legged friends made their way to Geelong's Eastern Gardens last weekend for one last RSPCA Million Paws Walk. Participants...
May 27, 2025
EMU Australia celebrates homegrown success
GEELONG-born brand EMU Australia is celebrating Australian Made Week with a significant contribution to local manufacturing. Australian Made Week, running from May 19 until May...
May 26, 2025
Fisheries petition tabled
A PETITION aiming to stop proposed cuts to the Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) has landed in Parliament. Victorian Liberal Party deputy leader Sam Groth tabled...
May 26, 2025
RSPCA warns of horse crisis
THE RSPCA is calling on horse owners to ensure they are prepared with enough food and water for their animals as rainfall declines and...
May 26, 2025
Building mental health knowledge
READ the Play and Meli are teaming up to deliver youth mental health workshops as part of AFL's Ahead of the Game Program. The free...
May 25, 2025
The end of the beginning for Russell Morris
AUSTRALIAN musician Russell Morris has been a constant on the music scene for 58 years and after almost six decades, he is taking a...
May 24, 2025
genU exhibition hailed a success
GENU is celebrating the success of its artX Regional 2025 exhibition as it attracted a record number of submissions and a constant stream of...
May 23, 2025
Geelong racing turns pink for breast cancer
THE Geelong Harness Racing Club came alive on Friday last week with the return of Dine For Pink. The club runs the annual event in...
May 23, 2025
New centre sails towards success
A NEW facility to support the region's next generation of sailors has officially launched on the Geelong Waterfront. The Victorian Sailing Centre opened its doors...
May 22, 2025
Have your say on Geelong’s funding models
THE City of Greater Geelong is inviting residents to join a reference group that will inform one of its civil infrastructure upgrades funding models. By joining...
May 21, 2025
EPA issues burn-off warning
THE Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is warning the community against mixing their prunings and felled timber with other waste when burning off. With the weather...
May 20, 2025
Around the Bay gears up
THIS year's United Energy Around the Bay officially launched this week as it partners with Maddie Riewoldt's Vision. Three-time Grand Tour stage winner and Hendry's...
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