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June 29, 2022
Kardinia Park takes major step to inclusivity
GEELONG footy fans with a disability will now enjoy a more comfortable day out with the opening of a Changing Places accessible bathroom facility. GMHBA...
June 28, 2022
Workers win, businesses strained with wage rise
UNIONISTS have welcomed the workplace tribunal's decision to raise the national minimum wage, which they say will provide desperately-needed relief for low-paid workers struggling...
June 28, 2022
Green challenge comes full circle
GEELONG Sustainability has celebrated local leaders in circular living following a two-month campaign promoting the concept to community organisations. The environmental group’s Circular Living Challenge...
June 28, 2022
Fears high-rise apartments will see suburb “become Melbourne”
SOUTH Geelong residents have pushed back against a high-rise development idea that they fear would see their neighbourhoods lose their character and resemble a...
June 27, 2022
Proposed port hydrogen hub in jeopardy
A $100 MILLION green energy hub would be scuppered if Viva Energy's planned floating gas terminal near the Port of Geelong goes ahead. Port manager...
June 26, 2022
Final showdown for gas terminal plan
CRUCIAL hearings to decide the future of a proposed floating gas terminal at Geelong are under way. An Inquiry and Advisory Committee (IAC) started deliberations...
June 24, 2022
Free kids ferry rides this school holidays
PORT Phillip Ferries is encouraging local families to put their feet up and enjoy the ride across the bay this school holidays, offering free...
June 24, 2022
Foundation fundraiser this weekend
TIN-RATTLERS will be out in force this weekend for Barwon Health Foundation's annual Giving Weekend. The donation drive starts tomorrow (Friday, June 24) until Sunday,...
June 23, 2022
BANKSIA BEGINS: Next Armstrong Creek housing development under way
DEVELOPERS have broken ground on a new Armstrong Creek housing estate that will create about 500 new homes and a proposed childcare centre. Project director...
June 17, 2022
Geelong pitches in for fundraiser
AN ONLINE fundraising forum has raised almost $100,000 for Geelong charities during a one-night donation drive. Give Where You Live Foundation hosted its Pitch Up...
June 16, 2022
Geelong snares twin racing wins
GEELONG Racing Club (GRC) will host two half-million-dollar races in the next 12 months after securing major boosts for both its spring and autumn...
June 15, 2022
BUILDING HOPES: Many hands making light work of rehab centre
A WOMEN-ONLY residential rehabilitation facility at Mount Duneed has started construction, with a local charity hopeful the site will be up and running this...
June 13, 2022
Orange Door plans expansion after helping thousands
THE state government has hailed the success of a Geelong family violence support service that has helped tens of thousands of people in its...
June 12, 2022
Huge turnout for long-awaited open day
GEELONG'S state-of-the-art basketball training facility was bouncing as it finally welcomed local ballers to its freshly-laid hardwood. Hoop City Geelong hosted its grand opening last...
June 11, 2022
Big target for vital fundraiser
BARWON Health Foundation (BHF) has set a lofty $300,000 target for its annual fundraising month to go towards a major healthcare expansion for north...
June 9, 2022
WOOL WONDER: Silky shipment hints at green production future
GEELONG'S illustrious wool industry has opened a new chapter as part of a trial of zero-emissions clothing production that could soon be rolled out...
June 6, 2022
No go for Grovedale housing block, Newcomb servo
CITY of Greater Geelong councillors have rejected officer recommendations and blocked proposals for a 41-lot Grovedale subdivision and a Newcomb service station. The city's planning...
June 5, 2022
Geelong digs deep for yearly fundraiser
GENEROUS Geelong businesses, organisations and residents have donated more than $30,000 to a weekend fundraising appeal to support local groups and community members in...
June 4, 2022
Years of payback for renewable donations
GEELONG Sustainability (GS) has launched a new fundraising initiative to expand a successful renewable energy infrastructure trust. GS is calling for contributions to its "Neverending...
June 3, 2022
Developers circle planned Curlewis housing blocks
THE City of Greater Geelong has proposed to rezone a further 150 hectares of rural land at Curlewis' east to create thousands more housing...
June 2, 2022
Ferry sets date for Geelong move
THE Spirit of Tasmania will dock at Geelong from October 23, the carrier has announced. Parent company TT-Line confirmed the new date this week for...
June 2, 2022
Push to preserve block slated for social housing
BELMONT residents have tabled a petition to preserve an open space block for community use, as the City of Greater Geelong plans to convert...
May 30, 2022
Boom gate removal kicks off
EARLY works have started to remove a level crossing at the Surf Coast Highway. Construction at the site will duplicate the rail line and remove...
May 30, 2022
Caravan park idea for airport, raceway
A 55-SITE caravan park at Lara could soon start construction as the City of Greater Geelong considers a planning application. The proposed park would be...
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