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August 6, 2024
Survey highlights homelessness in Victorian youth
MISSION Australia's youth homelessness report has been released, revealing the reality for young Victorians who have faced homelessness. "The Unfair Divide" shows nearly one in...
August 4, 2024
Keeping the flame alive
Point Lonsdale's La Monique Perfumery and Candlery is more than just your average candle and homewares store. It's a store with a purpose, raising funds...
August 4, 2024
Rossack Drive set for safety and accessibility upgrades
STARTING in early October, Waurn Ponds' Rossack Drive is set to undergo upgrades, improving safety and accessibility for community members. Rossack Drive connects to the...
August 3, 2024
Celebrating cycling at the Big Bike Film Night
THE Big Bike Film Night is returning to Geelong for its sixth year with a new collection from creators. Screening on Monday, August 5, the...
July 31, 2024
The Belair Lip Bombs blitz the east coast
Live music venues across the east coast are to set come alive as The Belair Lip Bombs take over stages from Ballarat to Brisbane. The...
July 30, 2024
Barwon Water provides boost to schools, community initiatives
BARWON Water has announced its latest round of community and school grant recipients, funding 25 projects across the Bellarine, Surf Coast and Geelong regions. Successful...
July 30, 2024
E-scooters legalised across Victoria
SHARE hire scooters will be permanently legalised in Victoria following a successful two-year trial in regional areas and metropolitan Melbourne. The Victorian government will introduce...
July 28, 2024
Jebediah to unleash OIKS at Torquay Hotel
LONG-RUNNING Australian band Jebediah has embarked on its national OIKS album tour, with a local performance set for next week. The quartet are bringing their...
July 28, 2024
Prioritising customers and freshness
Paul Mifsud's passion for high quality and fresh produce has led to nine years of success for his Bellarine farmgate grocery store, Farmer's Harvest. Mifsud...
July 28, 2024
Local artist debuts work
After finding her creative voice, Geelong artist Stephanie Venosta is debuting her first full body of work at a local gallery. Venosta has been painting...
July 27, 2024
Karate championships headed for Geelong
KARATE teams from across the nation will descend on the Geelong Arena next week as the city hosts the Australia National Championships for the...
July 27, 2024
Success for Geelong’s first health festival
THE inaugural Health Festival of Geelong was held on Saturday, providing valuable healthcare information to the region. Geelong West Town Hall hosted the event, at...
July 26, 2024
Recycling refresher
THE City of Greater Geelong is asking residents to refresh their knowledge of recycling through the launch of a new campaign. The Recycle Right campaign,...
July 24, 2024
Jon Stevens, Kate Ceberano play the hits
Aussie musicians Jon Stevens and Kate Ceberano will take the stage across the nation to sing some of their biggest hits. The pair are taking...
July 23, 2024
Volunteers needed at Lara Rotary club
THE Lara District Rotary Club is on the hunt for new volunteers to join the group. Following the COVID-19 lockdowns, volunteer numbers have been down...
July 22, 2024
Fundraising lunch is a plus for allied health
TICKETS are now on sale for the heartwarming Kids+ annual Fundraising Luncheon. The 12th anniversary of the event will be held on Grand Final Eve...
July 22, 2024
Construction begins on new shopping centre
CONSTRUCTION has started on the Grovedale Village development, with some tenancies expected to open later this year. Located on the corner of Rossack Drive and...
July 21, 2024
Nature’s vibrant palette
Vibrant colours and the influences of nature drive Geelong artist Janey Forbes in creating her unique pieces. Forbes has been a full-time artist for the...
July 21, 2024
It’s time to frock up
THE Geelong community will come together for the annual Cure Cystic Fibrosis Gala Ball as it returns to GMHBA Stadium next Saturday (July 27). Organised...
July 20, 2024
Geelong siblings raise more than $66,000 for Parkinson’s
GEELONG siblings James, Kate and Alice took on the Cairns Half Marathon last Sunday (July 14) to raise vital funds for Parkinson's through the...
July 18, 2024
Celeste Barber brings the laughs to Geelong
Australian comedian Celeste Barber is taking her show Backup Dancer around Australia and New Zealand as part of her 2024 tour. At her coming shows,...
July 18, 2024
Grants support community initiatives
MORE than than $65,000 has been awarded to eight community initiatives in Benefit Geelong's latest round of grants. The not-for-profit organisation is dedicated to helping...
July 17, 2024
Inaugural Health Festival coming to Geelong
HEALTH care providers, businesses and advocates are locked in for the inaugural Health Festival of Geelong later this month. The event is an opportunity for...
July 14, 2024
Farmhouse learning
Fearless Farmhouse offers a place of personal growth and learning in a unique working farm environment. Using animal and nature assisted therapy, the Bellbrae business...
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