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March 19, 2025

Victoria’s SES marks 50 years of dedicated service

THE Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) has reached a major milestone and is celebrating five decades of providing critical emergency assistance across the state. The...

March 18, 2025

Surf Coast students to perform at Top Class music event

FIVE students from across the Surf Coast will perform at the Top Class Music Showcase as part of the VCAA Season of Excellence annual...

March 18, 2025

Nominations open for Victorian Protecting Children Awards

NOMINATIONS are open for the 2025 Victorian Protecting Children Awards, recognising people dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of children, young...

March 17, 2025

Sacred Heart CollegeGeelong marks milestone

SACRED Heart College Geelong is celebrating its foundation day next weekend with a carnival to mark the milestone. Held each year, the Foundation Day commemorates...

March 15, 2025

Thousands fill Kardinia Park for Festival of Sport

THOUSANDS of sports fans of all ages and abilities flocked to Kardinia Park last week as the Festival of Sport returned for 2025. About 2,500...

March 15, 2025

Water bottles for therapy

A LOCAL mental health provider is on a mission to provide free therapy sessions through its new water bottle initiative. Calm Minds Clinic co-directors Tabitha...

March 12, 2025

Increased fire risk for parts of Victoria throughout Autumn

THE Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook for Autumn has been released, indicating an increased risk of fire for parts of the state, including western and...

March 11, 2025

Fighting cancer with morning tea

CANCER Council is encouraging the community to get their friends, family and workmates together as it opens registrations for Australia's Biggest Morning Tea 2025. The...

March 9, 2025

Portrait Prize presents opportunity

ONE of Australia's leading portrait photography events has opened submissions for its annual Geelong Photography Portrait Prize. Run by Liminal Gallery and Lab in Geelong,...

March 7, 2025

Festival to offer sporting activities galore

KARDINIA Park will be a hive of activity tonight (Friday, March 7) as the Festival of Sport returns. Kicking off the long weekend, the free...

March 7, 2025

Geelong Boat Show brings marine fun

THE inaugural Geelong Boat Show will arrive at the city's waterfront next weekend for two days of marine excitement. Organised by the Boating Industry Association...

February 16, 2025

A hub of wellness and community

Stemming from a journey of health and wellness, Tyson Yilmaz and Lauren Hoseason along with brothers Cam and Ben Mcintosh ventured into creating a...

February 15, 2025

Live auction buzz to return to Geelong

The excitement of live auctions is returning to Geelong as Moorabool Antiques prepares to hold its first of the year on February 22. After running...

February 15, 2025

Local designers take centre stage

LOCAL designers and brands will soon see their creations hit the runway as Creative Coast returns to Geelong on February 23. Hosted by non-profit organisation...

February 15, 2025

Show pays tribute to Joe Cocker

Joe Cocker Express: Mad Dog vs The Englishman will pay tribute to the musician as it gears up to take the stage at the...

February 13, 2025

Victorian cancer research supported

Cancer researchers are being backed by the Victorian government with $2.7 million in funding to improve cancer outcomes across the state. In partnership with Cancer...

February 12, 2025

Total Fire Ban issued for Thursday

THE CFA have declared a Total Fire Ban (TFB) for tomorrow (Thursday, February 13) for the North Central, South West and Central regions of...

February 12, 2025

Water polo juniors headed for Geelong

THE Tri-States Junior Water Polo Tournament will welcome hundreds of competitors into Geelong this weekend for the seventh year of the competition. Hosted by the...

February 11, 2025

Lifeline Geelong’s 135 Corporate Dash returns

GEELONG, Surf Coast and Bellarine business leaders are preparing to race to the finish line as registrations for this year's Lifeline 135 Corporate Dash...

February 11, 2025

New technology to support therapy and development

A LOCAL Geelong organisation has introduced a new interactive therapy gaming system to the region. Partnering with Inception HealthTech, Liberty Disability Services has added the...

February 10, 2025

Applications closing soon for Geelong Community Foundation grants

GEELONG Community Foundation will soon close applications to its main grant round for 2025/2026. Funding from the grants will be used within the community to...

February 9, 2025

Alkimi Ceramics Studio fires up

From a young age Kristen Spalding has explored the limitless nature of ceramics, and last year traded her title of creator for teacher with...

February 9, 2025

Swimmers gear up for return of Moorpanyal 1000

SWIMMERS will make a splash in North Shore next weekend as the Moorpanyal 1000 returns for its 25th year. Hosted by the North Shore Residents...

February 7, 2025

‘Raygun’ to headline Give Geelong Breakfast event

AN AUSTRALIAN Olympian will speak at this year's Give Where You Live Foundation's Give Geelong Breakfast event as the keynote speaker. Dr Rachael Gunn, who...