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Proposed budget available for community feedback

One of the biggest tasks each year for Council is to produce our budget. This process is long but rewarding, particularly when the projects we...

Building wealth in your 20s, 30s and 40s

WITH DANIEL WALSH AND LEIGH DELEDIO from UFINANCIAL Irrespective of age, the pursuit of wealth-building and the developing of good savings habits is important. Each...

Honouring the service and sacrifices made by Australians

THIS year marks the 109th anniversary of the landing of Anzac troops at Gallipoli. Every year Anzac Day serves as a reminder of the sacrifice...

Which property cycle are we in?

WITH GARETH KENT, DIRECTOR PRESTON ROWE PATERSON From the outside you could be forgiven for believing the property market is quiet, but as we tick...

The importance of self-awareness in relation to youth mental health

WITH SCOTT WATTERS FROM LIFECHANGER FOUDNATION Cultivating self-awareness emerges as a fundamental cornerstone to good mental health, allowing a pathway to resilience, understanding, and wellbeing. Defined...

Fostering new partnerships and working collaboratively

LAST month council voted to adopt a new Advocacy Framework, which outlines the city's approach to advocacy at a local, regional, state, national and...

Selling… selling… not sold?

WITH CAM O'KEEFE As troubling economic times continue to plague the greater population at large, it seems our friends in the hospitality industry are still...

Wage growth sparks increase in superannuation contribution limits

BY DANIEL WALSH AND LEIGH DELEDIO FROM UFINANCIAL Thanks to a surge in wages, workers are set to pump more money into their superannuation, with...

Eliminating gender inequality in sport

THE Easter break was a wonderful time to relax with family and reflect on what has been a busy start to the year. On a...

Supporting cricket’s next generation

GRASSROOTS sport is the backbone of our community here in Geelong. We all have to start somewhere, and for many, sport isn't just about the...

We should do coffee

WITH CAM O'KEEFE Finding its way out of the roaster and into our local bean scene this week, Constant Coffee provides a point of difference...

When is it time to see a financial planner?

WITH DANIEL WALSH AND LEIGH DELEDIO FROM UFINANCIAL Faced with cost-of-living pressures, many Australians stand to gain from seeking expert guidance on managing their finances. Reaching...

Bringing the Youth Hub to life

THERE is no group of people more important than any other in our community. Equality and diversity are two of the key elements that make...

An unpredictable market – it’s not just the weather

WITH GARETH KENT, DIRECTOR PRESTON ROWE PATERSON Who would have thought we would be suffering a run of 40-plus degree days in March; unpredictable! One thing...

School Holiday fun every day for the whole family at Lorne Theatre