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September 15, 2024

Geelong Revival Motoring Festival gears up

PREPARATIONS for this year's Geelong Revival Motoring Festival are revving up, with the annual event to return this November. Pit and VIP passes are now...

September 14, 2024

Breakfast raises more than $61k for foster care

MELI'S Foster a Future Breakfast raised more than $61,000 last week to kick start the Foster a Future Appeal. The second annual breakfast, held on...

September 12, 2024

2024 Ladbrokes Geelong Cup launched

THE 2024 Ladbrokes Geelong Cup will hit the track next month, with the event officially launched last night (September 11), at the Bellarine Peninsula’s...

September 12, 2024

New kids emergency department unveiled

GEELONG University Hospital's new children's emergency department is now complete, with the capacity to meet the region's growing demand. The $20 million state-of-the-art facility will...

September 11, 2024

Good times to flow at Geelong Beer Festival

THE region’s finest food, drink and entertainment will be on full display as the Geelong Beer Festival returns, with first release tickets now on...

September 11, 2024

Protect your home from garage fires

GARAGE fires across the state have prompted Victorian fire services to urge households to clean up potential hazards and install smoke alarms. Fire Rescue Victoria...

September 10, 2024

Boost for local businesswomen

TEN local businesswomen have been awarded City of Greater Geelong-sponsored 2024 Business Accelerator scholarships with Business in Heels to help start a new business...

September 9, 2024

Off and racing

BRAND new lighting will shine down on Beckley Park at the Geelong Harness Racing Club as is reopens for the upcoming season. Returning after a...

September 8, 2024

Second generation keeps Nicol’s Paddock growing

Set between the outskirts of Geelong and the Surf Coast lies Nicol's Paddock, a family-run winery and restaurant. The first vines were planted on the...

September 7, 2024

The importance of a contract review – a purchaser’s perspective

When purchasing property, purchasers will often be told that a contract or Section 32 statement is "standard" and may often be pressured to sign...

September 7, 2024

One shade fits all

Monochromatic interior design is in, and it's anything but boring.In fact, it's a great way to add cohesion and interest to your space, without...

September 7, 2024

Forever better with Miele

Two families have shaped the company for more than 100 years: the Miele and Zinkann families. In 1899, with four lathes and one drilling machine,...

September 7, 2024

Berkowitz: The home of Stressless

As the chill of winter fades, the promise of spring brings a renewed sense of vitality. The warm light and blossoming nature inspires the refresh...

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...