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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
Get ready for a splashtastic summer
Outside Adventures has kayaking fun suited to everyone, from five-day children's holiday camps to family-friendly tours. All activities are run by passionate kayaking instructors who...
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...
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 12, 2024
Help Our Village help struggling families
AFTER a year of record demand, Our Village (previously Geelong Mums) has launched its Festive Appeal. The rise in cost of living and need for...
December 12, 2024
Taking control of your finances
Here we are; Christmas has snuck up on us again. One minute it's footy finals, the next minute it's December, Coles and Woolies are decked...
December 11, 2024
Jaycar returns to Geelong
AFTER a devastating fire earlier this year, electronic merchant Jaycar has returned to Geelong, opening its brand-new store last week. Now located along Moorabool Street,...
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