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June 25, 2025
Geelong animals feel the chill
AS WINTER takes full effect across the region the animals in care at the Geelong Animal Welfare Society (GAWS) are also feeling the cold. The...
June 23, 2025
Decline in letters behind Australia Post’s letterbox removals
THE number of letters being posted around the country is on the decline, with Australia Post making the decision to remove some of its...
June 23, 2025
Lazarus development continues
CONSTRUCTION is well under way as Lazarus Community Centre’s new building gets closer to opening. The team are making their way through...
June 23, 2025
Check in with your heaLth this winter
Winter has landed and Ambulance Victoria (AV) is urging people to look after their health, check in on the vulnerable and get vaccinated. As the...
June 22, 2025
A menu full of stories
Kiem Ho is the co-owner and head chef of Kiem's Dining, where he blends modern Asian cuisine with stories of his culture and upbringing. Ho...
June 22, 2025
Third petition launched in the fight to keep Fisheries officers
A THIRD petition has been launched as groups and organisations fight the proposed cuts to Victorian Fisheries Authority's frontline workers. The latest petition was started...
June 22, 2025
Geelong actor to Legally Blonde role
ONE Geelong local is heading to the big stage in Melbourne when he takes on the role of one of the main characters in...
June 22, 2025
Young, fun and ready to entertain
HIGH-ENERGY shenanigans, glitz and glamour will explode onto stages across the country when cabaret star Hans heads off on tour. The Berlin-born talent’s Hans: Young...
June 21, 2025
Increased demand drives donation needs at Outpost
DEMAND for homeless support services in the Geelong region is continuing to rise as local organisation The Outpost calls for donations. The organisation is in...
June 20, 2025
West Park to light up for longest night
GEELONG'S West Park will come alive tomorrow (Saturday, June 21) as the community celebrates the longest night of the year. Run by the Geelong West...
June 20, 2025
Memorial race returns
THE annual Ross Bush Memorial Handicap Race will return this year, building on the success of its 2024 success as a Victoria statewide event. Riders...
June 18, 2025
Geelong local makes 105th blood donation
BLOOD donors across the country have rolled up their sleeves for this year's National Blood Donor Week, including one of Geelong's own who reached...
June 18, 2025
Applications open for Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program
APPLICATIONS are now open for the 2025-26 Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program (VESEP) with an additional $15 million added to the available funding. The annual...
June 18, 2025
Expo to highlight Geelong’s disability services
SERVICE providers will fill the Geelong West Town Hall on Friday, June 20 for Geelong's Community Disability Expo. Hosted by the Disability Events Community (DEC),...
June 16, 2025
Geelong Rangers to celebrate 7 decades
THIS year marks seven decades of the Geelong Rangers Football Club, a milestone they will celebrate with a night of memories and laughter. To mark...
June 15, 2025
The Angels go for broke
FOR more than five decades, Aussie band the Angels have toured the world, produced several hits and after celebrating their 50th anniversary last year,...
June 15, 2025
Right Mate’s major fundraiser to return for fourth year
GEELONG- based not-for-profit organisation Right Mate will host its fourth annual Race Day next week. The June 20 event is the group's major fundraiser for...
June 15, 2025
Dachshunds to have a day out
DACHSCHUND owners from across the region are invited to bring their long-bodied and short-legged dogs to the Geelong Waterfront in celebration of World Dachshund...
June 12, 2025
Get your knit on
GEELONG'S National Wool Museum in breaking out the knitting needles and creativity in celebration of Worldwide Knit in Public Day. Started internationally, the annual day...
June 11, 2025
Screening Geelong’s history
GEELONG locals and visitors have the opportunity to experience a snapshot of Geelong's history as it is projected onto the city's streets. Held by the...
June 10, 2025
Drawing tourists in for winter
AS WINTER arrives and communities farewell the warmer weather, Tourism Greater Geelong and the Bellarine (TGGB) is on a mission to drive awareness and...
June 10, 2025
Corangamite CMA commits to meaningful reconciliation
CORANGAMITE Catchment Management Authority (CMA) will develop its first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), aligning with this year's National Reconciliation Week. Running from May 27 to...
June 8, 2025
Finding peace in a paintbrush
Geelong resident Sally Herbert leads a busy lifestyle working as a paediatric nurse, disability worker, school nurse and a mum of three boys. Among that...
June 8, 2025
GAWS launches Winter Appeal
THE Geelong Animal Welfare Society (GAWS) is calling for support as it launches its winter fundraising campaign. Funds raised from the appeal will go towards...
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