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September 13, 2022
Regulator probe sinks port deal
A $1.2-BILLION takeover bid of GeelongPort has collapsed after the consumer watchdog intervened due to market competition concerns. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)...
September 12, 2022
Countdown on for photo showcase
THE City of Greater Geelong will soon reveal which photos will earn a coveted place in the city's calendar for next year. More than 1,000...
September 11, 2022
Next-gen leaders take charge of environment forum
SURF COAST primary school students took their turn to be teachers to share their knowledge and experience with their peers. Schools from the Torquay and...
September 9, 2022
Doubt remains over Pako “high-rise” idea
GEELONG WEST residents are increasingly frustrated with council consultation for a Pakington Street development framework, which they say is failing to acknowledge their worries. Objectors...
September 9, 2022
Poll opens for Geelong local legends
VOTING is now open to crown the Geelong community's top volunteer through Viva Energy's 2022 Community Legend Awards. Tireless helpers at sporting clubs, community support...
September 8, 2022
Global nod for Geelong innovation
GEELONG has won global recognition as a Smart City through an international award. The City of Greater Geelong was one of three winners of the...
September 8, 2022
New row sport could make Games splash
ROWING could return to the next Commonwealth Games program with a twist, as governing bodies submitted a coastal growth sport for inclusion in the...
September 8, 2022
Aussie influencers get a taste for Lorne
A renovation power couple has brought their unique and captivating style to the Surf Coast, with a Lorne beach house the latest project to...
September 8, 2022
Governments agree on construction code
Building ministers have signed off on changes to national building regulations including increased energy-efficiency disability access requirements. Sweeping changes to the National Construction Code (NCC)...
September 8, 2022
Teacher training on offer for swim courses
A STATE-funded swimming school is short of teachers for its coming summer program and is calling out for local beach experts to share their...
September 7, 2022
Sport leader to chair Games board
OUTGOING Richmond Football Club president Peggy O'Neal will play a lead role in the delivery of the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The industry trailblazer, who was...
September 5, 2022
Confusion around flood plan as decision looms
LARA residents say they're still in the dark about a proposed flood planning change that will affect thousands of properties, as a City of...
September 5, 2022
Wheely excited for summer
GEELONG's ferris wheel could soon be up and running once again, with proponents applying to have the attraction spinning by next month. The Giant Sky...
September 4, 2022
Labour shortage could worsen: report
THE BARWON region must find an extra 18,300 workers by the end of 2025 to meet its employment demand according to a new workforce...
September 2, 2022
Cottage rebuild remains on hold
THE FUTURE of McAteer's Bluestone Cottage is still unclear after Geelong council delayed a decision on its relocation plan. Campaigners are hopeful the postponement would...
September 2, 2022
Scarred tree stands proud
A CULTURALLY significant tree has found a new home in the heart of Geelong. A deteriorating scarred tree has been restored and relocated at the...
September 1, 2022
Councils sign up to green waste plan
LOCAL councils have finalised a deal to send green waste to a new energy hub that will produce renewable electricity and agricultural products. Barwon Water...
September 1, 2022
Wind change: Major green power deal for water, health and port agencies
THREE of Geelong's largest organisations have signed up to a renewable power deal that will provide energy savings equivalent to taking 24,000 cars off...
September 1, 2022
Hearing date for Leopold rezone
GEELONG council is preparing to hear public submissions on a planned rezone of three hectares of Leopold farmland for residential use. Two adjacent blocks –...
September 1, 2022
$2 million mark in sight for Heads house price
Barwon Heads could soon become the region's first $2 million suburb and compete with Mornington hotspots as the hottest real estate in regional Victoria. Latest...
September 1, 2022
Anticipated estate starts construction
Torquay developer Ample will soon break ground on a new 54-lot subdivision to bring much-needed housing supply to Port Campbell. Warrnambool-based contractor Duggan Civil is...
August 31, 2022
Change for health board
HEALTH industry finance executive Ian Broadway is the newest face on the Barwon Health board after earning appointment from the state government. Mr Broadway brings...
August 30, 2022
Wetlands proposed for Hovells Creek estate
A PLAN to subdivide two Lara blocks into 46 properties are now on display after developers agreed to take further steps to reduce environmental...
August 29, 2022
Improvement plan for Highton reserves
HIGHTON open spaces are in line for upgrades, with the City of Greater Geelong council seeking local input on its coming plans. The city is...
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