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July 14, 2024

Barwon Water balances costs with inflation

BARWON Water says it continues to deliver major upgrades, customer support and sustainable water initiatives, and its price rises will remain lower than the...

July 12, 2024

Geelong turns out for NAIDOC Ball

WATHAURONG Aboriginal Co-operative kicked off NAIDOC Week with its annual ball on Sunday night (July 7). The theme for this year's NAIDOC Week is "Keep...

July 11, 2024

Rum Jungle hit the road again

Australian band Rum Jungle are headed back to Australia and hitting the road again for their Chauffeur Australian Tour. The Newcastle band will play 22...

July 11, 2024

NAIDOC Awards announced

THE annual Flag Raising event, hosted by the Wathaurong Co-operative, returned to Geelong as part of the regions NAIDOC Week Celebrations on Monday (July...

July 10, 2024

The House Geelong opens doors to first exhibition

More than 100 artists have their works on display in a group art show at Geelong's Hue and Cry Gallery. The House Geelong debuted its...

July 10, 2024

Grovedale CFA volunteer honoured

GROVEDALE CFA volunteer Dr James Mullins has been awarded a Member of the Order of Australia (OAM) for his invaluable services. The volunteer was recognised...

July 10, 2024

GMHBA returns $62 million in COVID savings

GEELONG-based private health insurer GMHBA has announced it will return $62 million in COVID-19 related savings to GMHBA and Frank Health Insurance members. The funds...

July 6, 2024

NAIDOC Week celebrations

GEELONG is gearing up to celebrate NAIDOC Week, with several events to take place around the region. NAIDOC Week officially runs from Sunday, July 7...

July 5, 2024

Portraying the beauty in black and white

Fostered by a love for black and white, Geelong lino cut artist Astrid Lempriere is following her passions as she carves her way into...

July 5, 2024

Bellarine Agricultural Society names new life members

THE Bellarine Agricultural Society has welcomed two new life members at their recent annual general meeting. Husband and wife Don and Janet McDonald were recognised...

July 5, 2024

$22k raised for Give Where You Live

MORE than 100 people gathered at Novotel Geelong on Friday last week to raise money for Geelong charity Give Where You Live. At the lunch,...

July 4, 2024

Geelong Small Business Festival returns for 2024

COMMUNITY members eager to start, grow, or enhance their small business will find a wealth of opportunities at the coming 2024 Geelong Small Business...

July 3, 2024

Sights set on Surf Coast Century

THE 13th edition of the Surf Coast Century 100km ultra trail marathon is returning to Anglesea on September 21. The event offers a range of...

July 3, 2024

The Animals say farewell

Well known British band The Animals, are making their way around Australia for their 60th anniversary and farewell tour. As part of their tour, the...

July 3, 2024

Winter clothing needed as chilly weather hits

LIFELINE Geelong have put a call out for warm clothing during the coldest months of the year. Lifeline retail area manager Donna Barling said the need...

July 2, 2024

Pilot program to help those experiencing family violence

THE state government is launching a pilot program to help women and children experiencing family violence to stay safely in their own home. The program,...

June 30, 2024

Ross Bush riders celebrate a big day

GEELONG Cycling Club hosted their annual Ross Bush Memorial Handicap race on Saturday, with riders from all over Victoria taking part this year. Geelong Cycling...

June 29, 2024

A taste of Greece in Ocean Grove

At Ocean Grove's newly opened Kala Greek, be prepared to be welcomed into the restaurant and treated like family by the team as they...

June 29, 2024

Exploring the imbalance in the world

Artist Claire Collins is debuting her first collection of paintings at Torquay's Hoop Gallery. Opening at the gallery on June 13, her work features a...

June 29, 2024

Citizen scientists celebrated

LOCAL volunteers from EstuaryWatch, WaterWatch and Corangamite CMA have been celebrated for the contribution of their citizen scientists. The Victorian government is recognising the volunteers...

June 28, 2024

TLC Healthcare welcomes new residents to live their best life

TLC Healthcare value innovation in aged care to allow residents to live their best lives. Their precinct-based model offers the highest quality residential aged care...

June 28, 2024

Wellness centre to open at

Homestyle Belmont Grange is a warm and inviting home, providing excellent care and services that feel like home. Homestyle Belmont is located on Church Street...

June 28, 2024

Lifestyle Communities: A business for purpose

For more than 20 years, Lifestyle Communities has lived and breathed the wants and needs of the downsizer homeowner, going beyond expectations and consistently...

June 28, 2024

High-quality care at home

Many people want to continue living at home for as long as possible, and there are lots of benefits that come with maintaining independence...