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October 6, 2023
SOCIAL STANDING: City suggests changes to statewide Housing Statement
THE City of Greater Geelong has welcomed changes to state planning law aimed at providing faster approvals to housing projects. But the city says the...
October 4, 2023
Global dreams for Geelong manufacturer
AN INNOVATIVE Geelong idea to produce green, locally made ceiling duct has spread across Australia and has ambition to enter international markets. Bell Park manufacturer...
October 3, 2023
Ambitious targets in Housing Statement welcomed
STAKEHOLDERS including Regional Cities Victoria (RCV) and the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) have welcomed the focus on reforming the state's planning system...
October 3, 2023
Classic flavour for music festival return
SACRED music will take centre stage across the Geelong region next month with the return of the Windfire Music Festival. Music at the Basilica will...
October 3, 2023
City back in black, but challenges remain
THE City of Greater Geelong have warned that difficult financial times remain ahead despite it announcing a surprising surplus for the past financial year. Councillors...
October 2, 2023
Second attempt for Lara development
DEVELOPERS have returned with plans for a multi-story commercial development at Lara after a previous plan was met with a wave of community opposition. The...
September 29, 2023
Prime clifftop property next to national icon
A slice of Australian pop culture history is for sale on the Surf Coast with a unique opportunity to own property next to the...
September 29, 2023
Resort-style living at Jan Juc oasis
A grand home in an exclusive pocket of Jan Juc creates a genuine coastal sanctuary that is sure to turn heads. 3 Broadbeach Road is...
September 29, 2023
Unique style in impressive locale
Distinctive design in a rarely offered Newtown location are hallmarks of this impressive hilltop property. 4A Pattern Court is architecturally designed and masterfully crafted, with...
September 29, 2023
Space, seclusion and stunning views
View the very best of Geelong from your living room window at this stunning property perched high in the Highton hills. 11 Leilani Court is...
September 29, 2023
13th Beach masterpiece embraces natural landscape
This luxurious home lives up to the lofty reputation the 13th beach Golf Club estate has earned. 84-86 Cashmore Drive, Connewarre is planned around sun-capturing...
September 29, 2023
PLANNING PROGRESS: Marshall plan progresses, north-west development stalls
A PLANNING framework to deliver higher density housing in suburban Geelong has City of Greater Geelong approval, but strategies for future greenfield areas have...
September 29, 2023
Irresistible lifestyle at waterfront family home
A family home with a spectacular blue-water outlook and an easterly orientation to capture breathtaking sunrises across the bay has hit the market in...
September 28, 2023
Giant turbines shipped into Geelong
THE first components of the 200-metre turbines that will form the Golden Plains Wind Farm have arrived at GeelongPort. Project stakeholders and Lara MP Ella...
September 27, 2023
Barwon Water goes in-house for new leader
BARWON Water has announced Shaun Cumming will have ongoing leadership of the organisation as its new managing director. Mr Cumming has held the interim title...
September 27, 2023
Jacinta Allan to replace Andrews as Victorian premier
V VICTORIA has its first woman as premier in 30 years, with Jacinta Allan chosen by Labor to replace Daniel Andrews. Ms Allan ran for leader...
September 27, 2023
Real benefits for new virtual assistant business
MUMS supporting mums is the mantra of a Bellarine-based business making inroads in the growing virtual assistant industry. Jess Kingsley has established Virtual Forte, which...
September 26, 2023
Andrews to resign as premier
VICTORIAN Premier Daniel Andrews will resign today, and leave Parliament from tomorrow. Mr Andrews made the shock announcement at a press conference today, confirming he...
September 26, 2023
Robots, VR feature in free public classes
EMERGING technologies such as 3D printing, robotics and virtual reality experiences will soon be publicly accessible at Geelong libraries following an educational and government...
September 25, 2023
Joey artists feature in new wall of fame
ST Joseph's College Geelong has honoured some of its high achievers in arts at an alumni ceremony. The school launched its Celebration of the Alumni...
September 25, 2023
Fire season set to come early this summer
A Surf Coast fire chief has urged local residents to begin preparing their properties for what is likely to be an earlier start to...
September 25, 2023
Government loans to boost social housing
THE Victorian Government will provide up to $1 billion in loans for community housing associations and partnerships to build thousands of social and affordable...
September 25, 2023
Multicultural Geelong hears case for Voice
A 25,000-kilometre journey across Australia to raise support for the Voice to Parliament referendum visited Geelong last week. Australian of the Year Local Hero and...
September 24, 2023
Local groups lead the way in state sustainability awards
A HOST of Surf Coast, Bellarine and Geelong organisations have been commended for their grassroots environment initiatives with nomination in Keep Australia Beautiful Victoria's...
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