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March 10, 2023
Rural living in sought-after coastal postcode
An extremely rare acreage opportunity has opened at Ocean Grove complete with a pre-approved planning application that offers the enviable opportunity to blend coastal...
March 10, 2023
Historic Drysdale House presents unique Bellarine chance
One of the Geelong region's most historic properties has hit the market at Drysdale, offering a dual-pronged investment as a bed-and-breakfast and private residence. Drysdale...
March 10, 2023
Every day’s a holiday at Waurn Ponds oasis
Palm trees out the front, outdoor entertaining with a spa and an in-ground pool ramps up the "resort living" feeling in Waurn Ponds' peaceful...
March 9, 2023
Tower proposed to boost phone coverage
ARMSTRONG Creek could soon have some mobile reception relief, with a telecommunications giant lodging plans to build a new phone tower in the suburb. Planners...
March 6, 2023
Call for caravans to play key role in Games accommodation
SCHOOLS, parks and community facilities would become makeshift caravan parks under an idea to temporarily boost accommodation options for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Caravan Industry...
March 6, 2023
ESTATE SWAMPED: Planned development hinges on frog habitat impacts
FEDERAL environment authorities are assessing a proposed 178-lot development at Armstrong Creek for its impact on sensitive wildlife and habitats in the area. The federal...
March 3, 2023
Move in a year under Geelong Homes promise
LOCAL builder Geelong Homes is promising customers will have moved into their new home within a year through their 12-month move-in guarantee. The company will...
March 3, 2023
$33m windfall for locally-owned acreage
Torquay-based businessman Paddy Handbury has flipped a South Australian land aggregation for more than $33 million. The 2852-hectare Saltbush Ag site was split up and...
March 3, 2023
Local agency scoops coveted national award
GEELONG region real estate agency Hayeswinckle has earned recognition on the national stage for its outstanding performance across 2022. The Geelong-founded agency was recognised as...
March 3, 2023
Townhouse plan for highway property
A NEWCOMB house block would become six townhouses under a proposal lodged with Geelong council. Developers would knock down an existing dwelling at 70 Bellarine...
March 3, 2023
Progress for Grammar’s planned Corio shift
GEELONG Grammar School has submitted its plans to build an early learning centre and primary school at the site of its Corio secondary school...
March 3, 2023
More commercial auctions set for busy Geelong precincts
A city centre retail store and Newtown industrial complex will each be going under the hammer later this month. Colliers Geelong is presenting 69 and...
March 3, 2023
Easy-going living in peaceful location
Low-maitenance family living without sacrificing comfort is the promise at 140 Merijig Drive, Torquay. The four-bedroom property in The Dunes estate is ideally located near...
March 3, 2023
Period home with modern touches
The best of old and new combines at this recently renovated East Geelong home that is ready for its new era. The classic but well-kept...
March 3, 2023
Sense of history in quaint seaside home
A century of history has been revitalised in the heart of Queenscliff with the loving restoration of this charming period residence. 17 Stokes Street is...
March 3, 2023
Unique opportunity for central Portarlington strip
A rarely-offered opportunity to buy commercial property at Portarlington's highly sought-after main street has hit the market. 52 and 54 Newcombe Street is a freehold...
March 3, 2023
Ideal family life in growing northern Torquay
Convenient family living close to the best of Torquay is on offer in The Dunes estate. 192 Merijig Drive is close to schools, childcare, ovals,...
March 2, 2023
Geelong who’s-who launch Cats leader’s self-improvement book
FEMALE footy pioneers and leaders from some of Geelong's most prominent organisations filled GMHBA Stadium's President's Room this week to launch a new self-help...
March 1, 2023
Divisive childcare site seeks planning change
A GROVEDALE childcare centre is seeking changes to a planning permit issued by the state's planning umpire that it received after winning a planning...
February 28, 2023
Planners take a swing at 24-hour golf training centre
A NEW 24-7 specialist golf training facility would be created in an empty Grovedale warehouse under plans submitted to the City of Greater Geelong. A...
February 26, 2023
Landmarks light up for state tribute
GEELONG’S City Hall will turn pink this evening in a tribute to an Australian cultural icon. Dame Olivia Newton-John is being farewelled at a state...
February 26, 2023
Business chamber wants lofty renewable target
VICTORIA'S business chamber has called on the state government to raise its ambition on climate action and achieve 95-per-cent renewable energy state-wide by 2035. The...
February 24, 2023
Investment boost needed to address worrying social housing trends
The Geelong region is 7,000 homes short of its required housing stock for all residents to live in appropriate housing and can meet just...
February 24, 2023
Hilltop Highton residence has lofty expectations
Perched high on Highton Hills in the sought-after Queens Park river precinct is a light-filled home that offers impressive views across western Geelong valleys. 30...
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