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 2, 2024

City launches new climate site

THE City of Greater Geelong has launched a new interactive climate site in an effort to provide the community with a resource to...

April 2, 2024

Geelong to benefit from new VLocity trains as manufacturing begins

MANUFACTURING has commenced on Victoria's latest fleet of VLocity trains, aimed at enhancing the capacity and reliability of the state's regional rail network, notably...

March 30, 2024

New dashboard shows city’s infrastructure boom

THE City of Greater Geelong has launched an interactive capital works projects dashboard, allowing community members to delve into the 67 infrastructure projects...

March 29, 2024

Prime vacant land available in Wombah Park Estate

Positioned in the sought-after Wombah Park Estate, a remarkable opportunity awaits with this spacious 728sqm (approx.) parcel of vacant land, presented with a guide...

March 20, 2024

Large-Scale alternative water grid to support region’s future

WORK has begun on planning a large-scale alternative water grid for the region, aimed at meeting the area's water needs amidst a changing climate...

March 15, 2024

Geelong musician receives International Women’s Day award

GEELONG musician Bridie Coughlan has been awarded the Economic Empowerment Award on International Women's Day. Sponsored by Women's Health and Wellbeing Barwon South West (WHWBSW)...

March 12, 2024

Coker wants seismic blasting decision halted

CORANGAMITE federal member Libby Coker has called for a halt on the decision of seismic blasting in the Otway Basin until a proper review...

March 12, 2024

Geelong man turns nurse after life-changing surgery

A GEELONG resident has transitioned from patient to nurse at Epworth Geelong, inspired by the exceptional care he received during his battle with ulcerative...

March 8, 2024

Contemporary elegance: luxurious family haven at 18 Brumby Drive awaits

Discover the epitome of contemporary living with this immaculately maintained, single-storey gem nestled within luscious lawns and meticulously landscaped grounds. Perfect for the growing family,...

March 6, 2024

A touch of Paris at the Potato Shed

The Potato Shed is set to host Paris After Dark this month, bringing the essence of French chanson right to your doorstep. Award-winning entertainer Milko...

March 4, 2024

Geelong vehicle testing uncovers fuel consumption, emissions discrepancies

GEELONG's Real-World Testing Program has unveiled significant discrepancies between on-road and laboratory results for fuel consumption and emissions in its second round of testing,...

March 3, 2024

Corporate leaders to race for Lifeline support

BUSINESS leaders from Geelong, the Surf Coast, and the Bellarine will take their marks at the Geelong Racing Club on May 17 for the...

March 1, 2024

Surf Coast Highway reopens one week early

THE Surf Coast Highway reopened today one week ahead of schedule, following weeks of commuter pain.

The highway was reopened northbound just after 3.00...

February 28, 2024

Point Henry to host free chemical disposal event

SUSTAINABILITY Victoria and local councils are urging residents not to dispose of toxic chemicals in their kerbside bins or down the drain. Instead residents are...

February 28, 2024

Webinar to shed light on paediatric concussion care

BARWON Health is set to host a webinar bringing together specialists from McKellar Kids Rehab and an audience of parents, coaches, and teachers to...

February 26, 2024

Works start on hydrogen service station

WORKS have begun on the country's first commercial-scale hydrogen refuelling station in Geelong. Viva Energy Australia's New Energies Service Station, set for completion in late...

February 23, 2024

Toppled Geelong transmission towers make Nats go nuclear

LEADER of the federal Nationals David Littleproud has used the collapse of six transmission towers near Geelong to argue for a National Energy Summit...

February 22, 2024

Regional train strikes roll on

INDUSTRIAL action at regional passenger rail operator V/Line will continue today (Friday, February 23) when the union conducts the fourth four-hour work stoppage this...

February 19, 2024

Geelong Arts Centre CEO to step down for new role

THE Geelong Arts Centre has announced the upcoming departure of its CEO and Creative Director, Joel McGuinness, who will leave at the end of...

February 19, 2024

Geelong municipal monitors file final report

THE City of Greater Geelong's municipal monitors have submitted their final report to the state government, marking the end of their 12-month term. In February...

February 18, 2024

Geelong mooted as possible site for major recycling centre

GEELONG could become the site for a transformative new recycling centre aimed at repurposing steel from decommissioned offshore oil and gas platforms, according to...

February 18, 2024

Tax cuts eagerly awaited as living costs rise

THE Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has released new figures showing a 6.9 per cent increase in living costs for employee households in the...

February 16, 2024

Geelong welcomes new waterfront wellness centre

DeakinACTIVE Waterfront Wellness Centre is set to welcome the Geelong community to its new premises with a community open day tomorrow (Saturday, February 17),...

February 15, 2024

Union issues Swift travel warning

INDUSTRIAL action at V/Line tomorrow could disrupt travel plans for fans heading to the Taylor Swift concert in Melbourne. Staff including conductors, controllers, and customer...