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March 29, 2022
Cape Otway lessons inform state koala plan
A NEW Victorian koala protection plan says Cape Otway's marsupial population will require intensive management in coming years, but the region's successful management practices...
March 27, 2022
Major burning program gathers pace
THOUSANDS of hectares of bushland will burn in the coming weeks as fire authorities ramp up fuel management programs. Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) has...
March 27, 2022
Businesses battling ongoing Geelong labour shortages
STAFF shortages are the most painful headache afflicting local businesses, the Geelong Chamber of Commerce says, as plummeting unemployment figures add further strain to...
March 26, 2022
Iona College looks to the future
BURGEONING Armstrong Creek school Iona College is looking forward to a sustained period of exponential growth, as it takes its next steps towards becoming...
March 26, 2022
State to retake management of Lightstation
CAPE Otway Lightstation will change hands to the state Labor Government from mid-year, as authorities finalise plans to preserve and promote Aboriginal heritage of...
March 25, 2022
Bloom ongoing at Barwon River
COASTAL authorities are urging Bellarine residents and visitors to take care at low reaches of the Barwon River as a blue-green algae bloom continues...
March 24, 2022
Folk favourite to reunite with Bellarine fans
Australian folk darling Julia Stone has promised to have Bellarine fans up and dancing this weekend as her latest record makes its debut in...
March 24, 2022
YMCA project just the beginning for renewables fund
A GEELONG grassroots initiative to boost renewable energy infrastructure at local facilities has support from a state MP, with projects elsewhere in the region...
March 24, 2022
Major travel expo comes to Geelong
Geelong will host Victoria’s largest travel expos since COVID-19 as travel providers from across Australia and the world visit the city. Geelong Travel will present...
March 23, 2022
Late change to festival line-up
BOY and Bear will replace San Cisco at this weekend's By the Pier music festival. A positive COVID case in the San Cisco touring party...
March 22, 2022
Council assesses low-cost camping plan
The City of Greater Geelong (COGG) is investigating options for a northern suburbs caravan park to provide cheap accommodation options for an expected increase...
March 21, 2022
Ryan’s day a big hit
PERFECT weather and a strong crowd of generous donors have helped raise close to $80,000 for a Geelong bereavement service in honour of much-loved...
March 19, 2022
Green groups inspect gas terminal plans
ENVIRONMENT Victoria is recruiting volunteer scientists to scrutinise a Viva Energy impacts report on its floating gas terminal project, amid claims the company has...
March 19, 2022
Sales squeeze forces festival cancellation
AUSTRALIAN chart-toppers Lime Cordiale have scrapped a planned Mount Duneed music festival next month and will instead play at a rival event. The pop rock...
March 19, 2022
Young professionals benefit from expert knowledge
GEELONG'S budding tourism and arts professionals will have a rare opportunity to rub shoulders with local business leaders at a networking event next week. Geelong...
March 19, 2022
Hindu group finds new Lara home
A HINDU denomination is set to expand into Geelong after a planned temple at Lara received a council green light. The City of Greater Geelong's...
March 18, 2022
Chargers target big crowd for Big V opener
A NEW era of Surf Coast basketball will tip off on Saturday, when Torquay-based club Surf Coast Chargers hosts its first games in Victoria's...
March 18, 2022
100 reasons for Joeys to celebrate
ST Joseph's College's oldest living Collegian and former school cricketer John Bohan has raised his bat in fine style in celebration of his 100th...
March 18, 2022
New pitch and turf for Highton reserve
HIGHTON and Wandana Heights residents will have access to a new and improved Tim Hill Reserve by mid-year. The City of Greater Geelong (COGG) has...
March 14, 2022
Geelong bouncing as hoops centre circles new open date
A NEW floor for Grovedale's Hoop City basketball complex is on route as the facility plans its belated launch within the next month. The centre...
March 12, 2022
Norlane community cooking up a storm
GOOD feeds, banter and team spirit are back on the menu in north Geelong with the reopening of Norlane Community Kitchen. The cooking activity, based...
March 12, 2022
Mental health plan for student resilience
HUNDREDS of Charlemont high school students have become the latest to participate in a preventative mental health program aimed at improving outcomes for young...
March 11, 2022
Residents urge backpedal on Geelong bike lane plans
A GEELONG resident is petitioning the City of Greater Geelong (COGG) to review plans for major cycling routes across the city and release a...
March 10, 2022
Local basketballers show off talent at regional comp
GEELONG United has continued its strong junior basketball season, scooping multiple championships at a regional competition. United sent 17 junior sides from under 12s to...
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