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About: Angus Smith

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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.

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June 12, 2024

Council boosts community spirit with $4.48 million grant pool

THE City of Greater Geelong has announced the availability of nearly $4.48 million in grants for the 2024-25 financial year. This marks an increase of...

June 12, 2024

McGrath expands to regional Victoria with new office in Armstrong Creek

MCGRATH Estate Agents has announced the opening of a new office in Armstrong Creek, marking a significant step in the company's strategic expansion into...

June 11, 2024

Partnership to drive gender equality and violence prevention

LEADERS from various sectors across the Barwon South West region have joined forces in a new partnership, Respect 2040, aimed at advancing gender equality...

June 9, 2024

More patients getting better from the comfort of home

NEW data reveals the state government's Better at Home program has delivered more than one million admitted bed days at home since it began...

June 9, 2024

New report reveals Australian supermarkets’ progress on nutrition policies

AUSTRALIAN supermarkets are falling short in their nutrition policies, according to a new report from Geelong researchers. Deakin University's Global Centre for Preventive Health and...

June 8, 2024

EPA urges residents to track their trash

THE Environment Protection Authority is sounding the alarm on the rise of illegal waste dumping, stressing that it is everyone's responsibility to monitor the...

June 5, 2024

Geelong to participate in study on virus-fighting technology in aged care

THE Victorian government is backing a new world-leading study to assess the effectiveness of germicidal ultraviolet (UV) light technology in reducing COVID-19 and other...

June 5, 2024

Views sought on path to net zero transport

THE federal government is calling for public input on its roadmap to achieve net zero emissions in the transport sector by 2050. The Transport and...

June 4, 2024

Geelong transport costs surge

TRANSPORT costs are continuing to rise at a higher rate than general inflation, stressing household budgets across Australia. Melbourne and Geelong are experiencing the...

May 31, 2024

Boundary changes shrink Corangamite electorate, expand Wannon and Corio

POPULATION growth across Armstrong Creek, the Surf Coast, and the Bellarine will lead to a smaller Corangamite electorate at the next federal election, according...

May 30, 2024

Full lineup for ReSound Music Festival announced

THE full lineup for next month's ReSound Music Festival has been announced, with events set to take place in Geelong and the Bellarine over...

May 29, 2024

Regional Victoria leads in year-on-year growth for new listings

NEW data from the PropTrack Listings Report reveals a significant increase in new property listings across regional Victoria in April, highlighting a strong market...

May 29, 2024

City commits to waste management upgrades

THE City of Greater Geelong is gearing up for significant improvements in waste management as part of its proposed 2024-25 budget, which includes major...

May 26, 2024

Trio vows to make Geelong greener, one ward at a time

THE Greens have announced three candidates for this year's council elections in Greater Geelong. The party aims to bring fresh energy and bold ideas to...

May 26, 2024

State government allocates $1.5 million to Geelong Food Relief efforts

THE state government has committed $1.5 million to enhance the capabilities of six Regional Food Relief Hubs, including the Geelong Food Relief Centre, as...

May 25, 2024

Colin Hay live at Costa Hall

Prepare for an unforgettable night as Colin Hay, the legendary voice of Men at Work, brings his dynamic performance to Geelong on June 29. Known...

May 24, 2024

Pakington North urban design framework opens for community feedback

THE Pakington North Urban Design Framework (UDF) is now available for public viewing on the City of Greater Geelong's Have Your Say page. This framework,...

May 23, 2024

Free tree planting program aims to beautify Greater Geelong

GEELONG residents can now request a free tree for their nature strip or nearby reserve as part of the City's 2024 tree planting season,...

May 23, 2024

Waurn Ponds roads get major upgrade

A SIGNIFICANT upgrade to Sugargum Drive and Bodega Street near Waurn Ponds Station has been completed, enhancing infrastructure for both road users and pedestrians. The...

May 22, 2024

Outgoing Avalon Airport boss advocates for rail connection in final interview

AVALON Airport chief executive Tony Brun, in his final interview before announcing his departure last Wednesday, reiterated that a rail connection to Avalon Airport...

May 22, 2024

Geelong Young Professionals to host breakfast with Colleen Callander

THE Geelong Young Professionals will host award-winning chief executive officer Colleen Callander as the keynote speaker at their upcoming networking breakfast this May, aiming...

May 22, 2024

Dodgy door-knockers told to take a cold shower

THE Victorian government has banned telemarketing and door-knocking under the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program in response to consumer complaints about high-pressure sales tactics. The...

May 20, 2024

New dental facility opens in Norlane

A NEW dental facility has opened at Barwon Health North, replacing the former service at Corio Community Health Centre. The $5.3 million investment, supported by...

May 19, 2024

CFA urges caution for landowners burning off

THE Country Fire Authority (CFA) is urging landowners to take extra precautions before lighting burn-offs, following a year in which volunteers responded to 815...