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January 12, 2024
Historic elegance in old torquay: 4 Pride Street
Auction Details: Saturday, 3rd February 2024 at 12 pm STEP back in time with this captivating period home in Old Torquay, a quintessential representation of...
January 11, 2024
Wurriki Nyal Civic Precinct wins another 6 stars
THE Wurriki Nyal Civic Precinct at 137-149 Mercer Street, Geelong, has been awarded a 6-Star NABERS waste rating. The National Australian Built Environment Rating System...
December 27, 2023
Public input sought into major events strategy
THE City of Greater Geelong is actively seeking community feedback on its new Major Events Attraction Strategy, with the aim of transforming Geelong into...
December 22, 2023
CHS Broadbent to build bulk grain export terminal in Geelong
GRAIN growers in southern NSW and Victoria will soon benefit from increased competition in the export market, with CHS Broadbent announcing plans for a...
December 3, 2023
Epworth food waste to power homes
Epworth Geelong is repurposing tonnes of kitchen-generated food waste, significantly reducing landfill and greenhouse gas emissions, with future plans to harness the waste to...
December 3, 2023
Better parental leave coming to the region
LOCAL parents are celebrating the introduction of the Paid Parental Leave Amendment (More Support for Working Families) Bill 2023. The Senate referred the bill to...
December 1, 2023
Mercer, Gheringhap, Bayley Streetscape Masterplan moves to next phase
THE CITY of Greater Geelong has given the go-ahead for the next phase of the Mercer and Gheringhap Streetscape Masterplan, marking a significant milestone...
November 28, 2023
Summer road and rail disruptions loom
ONGOING works on the Geelong and Warrnambool train lines, as well as along the Surf Coast Highway, will cause disruptions for road and public...
November 24, 2023
Rental affordability crisis hits home: Region tops most expensive list
NEW Rental Affordability Index data has revealed rental properties across the Surf Coast are among the most expensive in regional Victoria. The Rental Affordability Index...
November 24, 2023
Peace vigil mourns lives lost
FRIENDS of Palestine-Torquay held a vigil for Gaza last week on the Cosy Corner foreshore where speakers called for peace and an immediate ceasefire. A...
November 24, 2023
Big win for Tiny Dots
THE Geelong Community Foundation held its annual P500 Pitch & Vote Night on Friday last week, where Tiny Dots beat two other shortlisted community...
November 9, 2023
Kardinia Park welcomes MCG to SCG McGrath foundation walker
A dedicated McGrath Foundation supporter has reached Geelong as part of a 1,000-kilometre walk from Melbourne to Sydney to raise money for breast care...
October 23, 2023
State Government reviews $14m proposal for 12-storey office tower in Central Geelong
PLANS have been lodged for a 12-storey mixed-use development at the historic Star Hotel site located at 81 Myers St, Geelong CBD. The $14 million...
October 19, 2023
After 5 with Royal Geelong Yacht Club
GEELONG Chamber of Commerce hosted a bustling After 5 networking event at the Royal Geelong Yacht Club (RGYC). The chamber's After 5 events are regular...
October 19, 2023
Geelong Cup 2023: Comprehensive transport details released
GEELONG Racing Club has issued comprehensive transportation guidelines for those attending the bet365 Geelong Cup on Wednesday, October 25. Slated to be a day full...
October 19, 2023
Geelong set for landmark conference on gendered violence
GEELONG Women Unionists Network (GWUN) is hosting a pivotal weekend at Geelong Trades Hall dedicated to tackling family and gendered violence. The Reclaim the Night...
October 19, 2023
Geelong’s catenary lights illuminate for National Carers Week
CARERS in Geelong are spotlighting the relentless efforts of unpaid workers for National Carers Week. Running from October 15-21, National Carers Week draws attention to...
May 6, 2021
Goannas arrive in Torquay
THE Goannas basketball team has arrived in Torquay as part of its rigorous training schedule in the lead-up to the Deaflympics in Brazil in...
May 6, 2021
Local children’s author releases new book
LOCAL author Sally Learey has captured the essence of Geelong’s culture and community in a delightful new children’s picture book. Corio Bay Quest is Ms...
April 29, 2021
Geelong Racing Club back on track
THE Geelong Racing Club will return to business as usual next Friday after COVID and racetrack renovations interrupted operations. Chief executive Daniel Salter said there...
April 29, 2021
Tuohy-rism campaign to kickstart local economy
WITH international borders still shut, and states fighting for a greater slice of domestic travel, Tourism Greater Geelong and The Bellarine have teamed up...
April 22, 2021
Victoria’s longest life saving season ends
VICTORIA’S life saving season has finally come to an end and Life Saving Victoria and its 57 volunteer life saving clubs have taken down...
April 22, 2021
Geelong Racing Club back on track
THE Geelong Racing Club will return to business as usual next Friday after COVID and racetrack renovations interrupted operations. Chief executive Daniel Salter said there...
April 15, 2021
Ocean Grove and Torquay take top honours at state champs
OCEAN Grove Surf Life Saving Club has been named ‘Overall Club Champion’ at the 2020/21 Life Saving Victoria State Championships. The winning club finished with...
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