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March 15, 2024
Working with and for the community
WORKING with and for the local community comes in many forms.The number of ways we provide for, and interact with, local residents is massive. The...
March 8, 2024
The importance of consultation
YOUR council currently engages in 127 services to the local community ranging from managing numerous buildings , aquatic centres, golf courses, aged care services,...
March 8, 2024
A sporting chance
THE sporting events keep coming in March. On the Barwon River you'll find the three-day Head of School Girls Regatta, while our beloved Geelong Cats...
March 8, 2024
Surging unit rents spark interest in property purchase opportunities
WITH DANIEL WALSH AND LEIGH DELEDIO FROM UFINANCIAL As the rental shortage continues to much of the state, renters are feeling the squeeze like never...
March 8, 2024
Where to drink, what to drink, and why
WITH CAM O'KEEFE Sexy, social and succinct: these recommendations are show-tested and straight to the point. If you're like me, often with curfews due to family/finances/free-time...
March 4, 2024
Local news and local jobs at risk following Meta announcement
Andrew Schreyer - Country Press Australia President Australia’s largest organisation of newspaper publishers has attacked the announcement by Meta that it will no longer negotiate...
March 4, 2024
Land tax changes are here
WITH GARETH KENT Director, Preston Rowe Paterson Geelong Summer is truly here, along with bushfires and 30+ degree days, and aren't you glad you live near the...
February 23, 2024
All the colours of the rainbow
I HAVE had the pleasure of being a City of Greater Geelong Councillor now for a little more than six months, and in that...
February 16, 2024
Grants are making a difference
THERE has been much to celebrate in our region in recent weeks, with major events and a run of beautiful summer weather attracting visitors...
February 15, 2024
Property investing 2024 – It’s all about the yield
WITH GARETH KENT, DIRECTOR AT PRESTON ROWE PATERSON The property year has begun and as always you will start seeing lots of economists and gurus...
February 9, 2024
A great day for Geelong’s north
TODAY (Friday, February 9) is a very special day for the northern suburbs and the City of Greater Geelong. Today, in conjunction with our funding...
February 9, 2024
V- Day
WITH CAM O'KEEFE And no, that's not V for Vendetta. Everyone's favourite Hallmark occasion, Valentine's Day, is upon us. Do we need this day? Probably not,...
February 9, 2024
Green Home Loans: unlocking sustainable living and financial savings
WITH DANIEL WALSH AND LEIGH DELEDIO FROM UFINANCIAL Australia is grappling with two significant challenges: the climate crisis and housing affordability. Tackling both issues simultaneously seems...
February 2, 2024
Talking and listening – then action
LISTENING to the community – and speaking up to advocate for those who need your help – is key to the role of being...
February 1, 2024
The end of the Golden Visa? Potential impacts on Australian property markets
WITH PRESTON ROWE PATERSON CEO, GREG SUGARS Over the years I have closely observed the interplay between immigration policies and property markets in Australia. Recent rumours and...
January 29, 2024
Some new hospitality faces among the old faves
WITH CAM O'KEEFE With the festive season over and done with, let's get down to brass tacks and about what 2024 looks like for our...
January 26, 2024
Can you use an SMSF to buy residential and commercial property?
Investing with a Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) opens up a realm of possibilities for those seeking more control over their assets. The ability to choose...
January 26, 2024
More than just the three Rs
COUNCILS often get told to concentrate on the three 'Rs' – roads, rates and rubbish. But with 130 different services on the books, it's easy...
January 26, 2024
25 life-changing tips for a happier and more balanced 2024
WITH SCOTT WATTERS from The LifeChanger Foundation. At LifeChanger Foundation, we believe in the transformative power of positivity and its ability to bring about meaningful...
January 24, 2024
Support your local events
FINALLY we are starting to see the run of fine summer weather, our eateries are packed and parking spots along the coast are at...
January 19, 2024
3228 property market update
WITH One Agency Surf Coast senior sales consultant Olivia Swann As the spring selling season started in September last year, it presented a slower start...
January 18, 2024
Should I buy that coastal holiday house?
WITH GARETH KENT, DIRECTOR PRESTON ROWE PATERSON Welcome to 2024, I hope everyone is having or has had a grand ol' break, I think after...
January 15, 2024
I scream, you scream, we all scream for…
WITH CAM O'KEEFE Ice cream! Is there really any food that screams more of summer? I was chatting to a friend of mine who owns an ice...
January 12, 2024
Supporting community groups
WHETHER it is community centres, sporting clubs or specialist health services, there are so many great organisations providing support and connection to the communities...
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