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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.

Posts by: Angus Smith

January 16, 2024

Dramatic night at sea: Investigation sheds light on Port Phillip boat wreck

VICTORIA'S Office of the Chief Investigator of Transport Safety, has released a preliminary report on a transport safety investigation into the grounding and wreck...

January 16, 2024

Free RAT program ends

THE City of Greater Geelong facilities will cease offering free Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) as The Victorian Government's Council COVID-19 RAT Distribution Program comes...

January 8, 2024

Lived experience captured on canvas

A NEW exhibition at Deakin Waterfront, 'Our Stories for Change,' presents the artistic expressions of 19 women who have navigated the challenges of family...

January 7, 2024

NRMA warns of risks of children and pets locked in cars

THE NRMA has released new research highlighting that shopping centres are the most frequent locations where children and pets are accidentally locked in cars. Over...

January 7, 2024

Victorians encouraged to enhance home security and update insurance

RACV and Neighbourhood Watch are reminding residents in our region to improve their home safety measures and keep their home insurance current this year. This...

January 3, 2024

Epilepsy support for families in the Geelong region

FAMILIES in the Geelong region with children suffering from epilepsy will receive special support packs, which include essential support and advice from specialist Registered...

January 2, 2024

Women in community life awards nominations open

THE City of Greater Geelong 2024 Women in Community Life Awards are now open for nominations. These annual awards celebrate the significant contributions of women...

January 1, 2024

The City of Greater Geelong awards community grants

THE City of Greater Geelong has awarded $768,766 in Community Grants to support a range of initiatives, including an outdoor cooking program for Bengali...

January 1, 2024

Olive harvest brings community together

VOLUNTEERS from Belmont, Norlane, and Ocean Grove saved 4.5 tonnes of olives from waste this year. Many homes in the region boast olive trees. However,...

December 31, 2023

Women’s health services vital in shaping region’s future

THE Victorian Women's Health Services Network has released a report that underscores the crucial economic role of Women's Health Services in Victoria, emphasising the...

December 31, 2023

Lifesavers celebrate 50 years of helicopter service

SURF Life Saving Australia is closing out the year with a celebration of 50 years of their helicopter service. Launched in 1973 with a $25,000...

December 30, 2023

Wedding bells ring out in record year

THE Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has revealed new data that shows a record number of marriages registered in 2022, marking a significant rebound...

December 29, 2023

TV chef leads sausage workshop at Geelong Beer Festival

GEELONG Beer Festival has announced that TV chef and local restaurant owner Adrian Richardson will conduct a sausage making workshop at their upcoming event. Richardson,...

December 29, 2023

New youth hub for Geelong

THE City of Greater Geelong will open a Geelong Youth Hub within the Busport building in central Geelong as part of a two-year pilot...

December 29, 2023

Sunset run returns to Bellarine

THE Bellarine’s most scenic run returns this summer with the ninth annual Flying Brick Bellarine Sunset Run, set to take place between Portarlington and...

December 28, 2023

Anglesea Roo Run celebrates tenth anniversary

THE  Anglesea Roo Run marked its tenth anniversary on Wednesday night, showcasing strength and community spirit. Organiser Mick Collins said it was the biggest and...

December 27, 2023

Country Road opens Lorne store

COUNTRY Road has opened its newest store in Lorne, marking a significant expansion for the well-known Australian lifestyle brand. The Lorne store, which began welcoming...

December 26, 2023

Olympic change-maker national summit

TWO Geelong students who have created positive change in their communities through sport were selected to participate in the Australian Olympic Change-Maker National Summit...

December 25, 2023

Corio brigade celebrates 30-year legacy as CFA issues safety warning about key Christmas gifts

CFA volunteers and local community members gathered to mark the 30th anniversary of the Corio brigade. The event, held at the Shell Club in Corio,...

December 25, 2023

Bin collection changes for Christmas 2023

CHANGES to kerbside bin collections will affect every residence in Surf Coast Shire during the week of Christmas this year. Collection truck drivers will take...

December 25, 2023

Swim between the flags this Christmas

DECEMBER is Water Safety Month, and Life Saving Victoria is urgently reminding beach users to swim between the flags. As part of the month the...

December 23, 2023

Community rallies against festive season hardships

THE local community is banding together this festive season to ensure no one goes hungry. Leading the charge, Feed Geelong has launched their annual "Where...

December 22, 2023

“The Concrete House” a modern masterpiece in the Sands Estate

Immerse yourself in the epitome of modern elegance at Torquay's "Concrete House", a masterpiece crafted by the renowned Auhaus Architecture. This architectural gem, featuring four...

December 21, 2023

Stars shine bright at The Gordon

The Gordon has celebrated the exceptional talents of its students in hairdressing, beauty therapy, and barbering at their annual Shining Stars event. The event took...