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September 6, 2024
Shining a light on women’s health
This week, groups and organisations from across Australia celebrated the 12th annual Jean Hailes Women's Health Week with the theme "Your Voice. Your Choice." Running...
September 6, 2024
Geelong’s Team Zav takes on TAB Eureka
GEELONG'S Team Zav is heading to Menangle and will represent the state in the second running of the world's richest harness race, the TAB...
September 5, 2024
Wonder Children’s Festival to return
The Wonder Children's Festival is returning to the Geelong Arts Centre for the second year, running from September 12 to September 26. After the success...
September 5, 2024
Shane Howard and band to perform in Queenscliff
Australian singer, songwriter, poet, producer and mentor Shane Howard is taking the stage at the Queenscliff Town Hall for a performance with his band. The...
September 3, 2024
Geelong fitness instructor named as finalist in national award
FOR the second year in a row, a Geelong group fitness instructor has been named as a finalist in the 2024 AUSactive National Awards. Paula...
September 1, 2024
Mixing community with coffee
For more than two decades, Scott Pond has been the face behind Jan Juc's Swell Cafe, pouring coffees and plating meals. Originally established in 1998,...
September 1, 2024
Local influencer pulls off Hard FIZZ stack
Geelong 4WD influencer Lachy Poole has teamed up with DJ FISHER's alcohol brand Hard Fizz in a unique collaboration. The partnership saw Poole load the...
September 1, 2024
Combating loneliness with cuddles
Cuddle gatherings are coming to Geelong as a way of addressing isolation and bringing more connection, care and community to the region. On September 22,...
August 31, 2024
Schools celebrate Book Week
HERNE Hill Primary School has joined other schools around Australia in celebrating this year's Book Week. The annual event took place from August 17 until...
August 31, 2024
Wool museum wins national plaudits
GEELONG has been declared the home of Australia's best regional museum. In a recent win for the region, the National Wool Museum took out top...
August 29, 2024
Hue and Cry Collective exhibits more than 300 works
THE Hue and Cry Collective is preparing for its biggest exhibition of the year, which opens this week. Featuring more than 300 artworks, the annual...
August 29, 2024
Comedian’s new show is totally normal
Australian comedian Nazeem Hussain is back on tour, returning to the stage in February with his new show Totally Normal. Hussain is well known for...
August 28, 2024
Fostering a future
GEELONG organisation Meli will launch their Foster a Future appeal next week, raising funds for its foster care program and highlighting the need for...
August 28, 2024
City commits to pothole repair
THE City of Greater Geelong says it has repaired thousands of potholes across the region and is committed to repairing roads and preventing further...
August 26, 2024
Welcome to The Shores: a new chapter in coastal living
Nestled just 3km from the pristine beaches of St Leonards, Lifestyle Communities proudly presents The Shores, located at 130A Thornton Avenue. This new community is...
August 26, 2024
Vibrant community at Bellarine Springs Village
Bellarine Springs Village is not just a place to live; it's a vibrant community that caters to diverse interests, particularly for those who embrace...
August 26, 2024
Communication: the human connection
Many people have sat in a public space and watched others. People waiting for coffee, waiting for a train, waiting in line to use...
August 26, 2024
Is it time to consider your loved ones’ care?
As your loved ones age, you may have noticed signs they might need additional support and need to consider alternative care options. Key indicators may...
August 26, 2024
Award-winning care at home
Country to Coast Home Care Services was recently named the national award winner in the Aged and Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA) 2024 Excellence...
August 25, 2024
Smoked to perfection
With techniques perfected over several years, carefully smoked meats are being carved up by the team at local restaurant Wildfire Craft BBQ. Owners Casey Hildebrand...
August 25, 2024
Art show makes successful return
THE Geelong Art Show has returned for its second year, with more than 200 artworks on display across the weekend. Works were on display at...
August 22, 2024
Theatre of the Damned unveils Carrie the Musical
The curtain is set to come up on Theatre of the Damned's latest production, Carrie the Musical, tonight (Friday, August 23). Based on Stephen King's...
August 21, 2024
Geelong Comedy Festival brings massive lineup
The Geelong Comedy Festival has officially released the line-up for the coming event in October. Returning for its second year, the festival will include more...
August 21, 2024
More than just yoga for frontline workers
The region's frontline workers are being supported with a weekly trauma-informed yoga group in Ocean Grove. Run by counsellor and yoga teacher Caz Pringle-Bowden, the...
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