About: Angus Smith

Profile: Angus is a multimedia reporter at the Surf Coast Times. He has experience with breaking news, investigative and feature stories. Follow him on Twitter @angussmithh.

Posts by: Angus Smith

April 16, 2025

New MRI machine cuts wait times in Norlane

A NEW MRI machine has been installed at Barwon Health North in Norlane, improving access to diagnostic imaging for patients in Geelong's northern suburbs. The...

April 16, 2025

Victoria pushes for real increase to minimum wages

THE Victorian government has called for a real wage increase for workers on minimum and award wages as part of its submission to the...

April 9, 2025

Victoria records leading cardiacarrest survival rate

VICTORIA has recorded its highest cardiac arrest survival rate on record, with 41 per cent of patients surviving to hospital discharge in 2023-24. New data...

April 1, 2025

Labor commits $5.45 million to Drysdale club

A RE-ELECTED Federal Labor Government would invest $5.45 million in upgrades at Drysdale Recreation Reserve to support the Drysdale Football Netball Club. The funding would...

April 1, 2025

AMA backs transparency push but says fee tool overhaul must go further

THE Australian Medical Association (AMA) has welcomed the federal government's commitment to improve transparency around private health costs but says broader reform is needed...

March 31, 2025

Liberals pledge $2.7 million for Geelong palliative care facility

AN ELECTED Liberal Government would commit $2.7 million to help complete the final stage of upgrades at Anam Cara House Geelong, including eight additional...

March 26, 2025

Victoria cracks down on engineered stone to protect workers

A BAN on the processing, manufacture, and supply of engineered stone is now fully in effect across Victoria, as authorities continue efforts to prevent...

March 24, 2025

Nike exec takes the reins at Rip Curl

ASHLEY Reade has been appointed chief executive of Rip Curl and will join the surf brand in the coming months. The Victorian-raised executive will be...

March 5, 2025

Hundreds of animals find homes in Victorian adoption drive

A THREE-DAY adoption drive across Victoria has found homes for more than 500 animals as part of a statewide effort to encourage pet adoptions. The...

March 3, 2025

$8.5 billion Medicare boost to expand bulk billing and GP access

THE federal government has pledged $8.5 billion to strengthen Medicare, promising more bulk-billed GP visits, increased doctor and nurse training, and reduced out-of-pocket costs...

March 2, 2025

Torquay to get Medicare Urgent Care Clinic

LABOR has announced plans to open a Medicare Urgent Care Clinic in Torquay if re-elected, following strong community advocacy for better local healthcare. The clinic...

February 24, 2025

Hathway to contest Corio for Socialist Alliance

FORMER City of Greater Geelong councillor Sarah Hathway will contest the federal seat of Corio as the Socialist Alliance candidate in the coming election. Hathway...

February 19, 2025

Victoria’s first cat management strategy launched

A NEW statewide strategy aims to improve cat welfare and protect native wildlife, with the Victorian Government rolling out its first comprehensive cat management...

February 17, 2025

Grants open to boost women’s sport participation

COMMUNITY sports clubs can apply for new funding to help increase female participation, as the Victorian government rolls out the latest round of Change...

January 22, 2025

Barwon Heads Road upgrade progresses to meet future demand

THE Barwon Heads Road upgrade is moving forward, with the state government announcing an adjusted scope for the project while the federal government maintains...

January 18, 2025

Ghanda founder Josh Rudd saves surfer in dramatic Jan Juc rescue

A young woman was pulled from treacherous surf at Jan Juc on Saturday after losing her board and being swept out in a strong...

January 16, 2025

Quiksilver founder Alan “Greeny” Green dies aged 77

ALAN “Greeny” Green, the visionary co-founder of Quiksilver who transformed surfing culture with his innovative apparel designs, died on Tuesday at his Torquay home...

December 31, 2024

Michael Turner remembered: Geelong legend passes away at 70

TRIBUTES are pouring in for former Geelong great Michael Turner, who has passed away at the age of 70 after a two-year battle with...

December 30, 2024

Victoria’s summer drowning toll rises, sparking safety warnings

SIX people died in Australian waterways over the weekend, pushing the summer toll to 32 and sparking renewed calls for water safety. A rip at...

December 24, 2024

Council rate cap limits hikes but fees still rising

VICTORIAN council rates will increase by no more than 3 per cent next financial year, aligning with the forecast Consumer Price Index, as part...

November 15, 2024

McCartney’s Tim Carson named Agent of the Year

McCartney Real Estate’s Tim Carson claimed the "Top Agent – Total Value Sales, regional residential" title at the REA Group's annual Excellence Awards, a...

November 5, 2024

Parcel lockers launched in Armstrong Creek

AUSTRALIA Post has opened new parcel lockers in Armstrong Creek, giving residents and businesses around-the-clock access to their deliveries. The lockers, located outside HomeCo at...

October 22, 2024

EPA sniffer drones can now detect air pollution

EPA Victoria has enhanced its fleet of drones with new technology that can detect air pollution, allowing the state's environmental watchdog to more effectively...

October 15, 2024

Dragons Abreast Geelong celebrates 20 years of community and camaraderie

DRAGONS Abreast Geelong, affectionately known as the Juggernauts, celebrated two decades of dragon boating at the Geelong Canoe Club on Saturday, with present and...