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June 29, 2020

Benefit from up to $45,000 in savings on your home at Quay2

Homebuyers stand to benefit from the HomeBuilder grant and potentially also the Regional First Home Owner Grant at Quay2. More than a standard housing subdivision,...

June 25, 2020

A big future and big plans are coming to life on the Surf Coast Highway

The first stage of one of the largest developments within the region is on track to open next month offering residents and visitors a...

June 25, 2020

Councillor Column: Cr Trent Sullivan from the City of Greater Geelong, June 25

More facilities reopening THE easing of some COVID-19 restrictions reminds me a bit of being a teen – stick with me here – in that...

June 25, 2020

Bethany Community Support is here to help

The impacts of COVID-19 can be devastating. Sudden loss of income and jobs, social distancing, working from home and daily messaging in the media can...

June 18, 2020

Sessional kindergarten registrations are now open across the region

THERE are a large number of excellent kindergartens located throughout the City of Greater Geelong for both 3-year-old and 4-year-old kinder. Kindergartens aim to develop...

June 18, 2020

Lots to love about Lorne for school holiday activities

With school holidays almost here, our region offers a wealth of options for families to both escape their homes and help our local businesses,...

June 18, 2020

World-class facility on our doorstep

SHELL Road in Ocean Grove will be a busy hub of action as Ryman Healthcare builds a new home for hundreds of residents at...

June 18, 2020

Pacific Smiles Dental, Ocean Grove – here to make you smile

When you visit Pacific Smiles Dental Ocean Grove, you can expect excellent value, caring service and professional expertise.

The team of local dentists is committed...

June 18, 2020

Mayor’s Column: Cr Ross Ebbels from the Borough of Queenscliffe, June 18

WITH restrictions easing almost by the fortnight, it was encouraging to see the main streets of Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale a hive of activity...

June 18, 2020

The five pillars of LifeChanger

WITH SCOTT WATTERS

What does your best life look like?

What immediately comes to mind? The LifeChanger Foundation works with schools, sporting teams and corporate groups and...

June 11, 2020

Rural lifestyle properties in demand

RT Edgar rural and lifestyle real estate specialist Peter Lindeman understands the rural property market, after growing up on a farm before going on...

June 11, 2020

Mayor’s Column: Cr Stephanie Asher from the City of Greater Geelong, June 11

AS COMMUNITY and sports clubs resume their action, I’ve found sporting analogies keep springing to mind when considering the impact of the pandemic. I recently...

June 11, 2020

Mercedes-Benz GLB seven-seater arrives

With its powerful proportions, off-road-oriented design and remarkable capacity to carry up to seven occupants as a standard inclusion, the new Mercedes-Benz GLB compact...

June 11, 2020

RBA Board decide to keep the cash rate at 0.25%

WITH REALESTATEVIEW.COM.AU

The Reserve Bank Board decided to maintain the current policy settings, including the targets for the cash rate and the yield on three-year...

June 11, 2020

Fortitude Legal: Exceptional service from an award-winning firm

Fortitude Legal, a boutique law firm offering top-notch legal services in personal injury claims, opened its doors to regional Victorians in 2017.

With co-directors Katalin...

June 11, 2020

Get the warm winter look

Introducing OZ Design Furniture’s warm winter collection.

The days are shorter, the nights are cooler and your home becomes the heart of your adventure this...

June 4, 2020

Mayor’s Column: Ross Ebbels from the Borough of Queenscliffe, June 4

AS RESTRICTIONS begin to further ease in the state of Victoria, it is now more important than ever to show your support to the...

May 28, 2020

Councillor Column: Jim Mason from the City of Greater Geelong, May 28

Support for the community A big thanks to everyone who took the time to read through the Draft 2020-21 Budget to give their feedback. I...

May 21, 2020

A step-by-step guide to buying your first home

BY REALESTATEVIEW.COM.AU

The process of buying a home can seem gargantuan to most people.

For some, this puts them off the process for years at a...

May 21, 2020

Beyond Ocean Grove: Massage for mums-to-be

BY JACQUI DINNEEN, REMEDIAL MASSAGE THERAPIST

We pause to celebrate mums this May, but let's not forget the mums-to-be who are embracing the wonders of...

May 21, 2020

Fardy Facts: Facemask facts

Hi I am Sarah Fardy, I’m your Surf Coast resident scientist!

I recently started FARDY-FACTS.com.au, an online, interactive space to...

May 21, 2020

Post-lockdown: Preparing to purchase on the Surf Coast

WITH SURF COAST FINANCE

The biggest question most potential buyers have as they prepare to buy is how low will property prices drop.

Although the economic...

May 21, 2020

Mayor’s Column: Ross Ebbels from the Borough of Queenscliffe, May 21

WITH the recent spate of lovely weather and the gradual easing of restrictions announced by the Victorian Government, we are beginning to get some...

May 14, 2020

Councillor Column: Trent Sullivan from the City of Greater Geelong, May 14

THE council’s draft 2020-21 budget is out for community consultation and I’m proud to say, as a Bellarine ward councillor, the Bellarine Peninsula is...