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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...
January 12, 2024
How much can I borrow for a mortgage?
WITH LEIGH DELEDIO AND DANIEL WALSH FROM UFINANCIAL Is “How much can I borrow?" a lingering thought of yours? Then this article is for you! The...
January 5, 2024
It’s all happening here
CHRISTMAS is over for another year and I sincerely hope everybody across the Greater Geelong region enjoyed a safe and memorable time with family,...
December 29, 2023
Celebrating 2023’s achievements
ANOTHER year is almost over, and what a year it has been! I sincerely hope everybody across our region enjoyed a safe and happy Christmas...
December 29, 2023
Ten, nine, eight, seven….
Before we can start calling 2023 the past, New Year's Eve gives us all one more chance to say goodbye to the year it...
December 29, 2023
A look at the RBA’s interest rate decisions and its impact on households
WITH Daniel Walsh and Leigh Deledio UFINANCIAL TEAM Australia's economic landscape has been undergoing significant changes, with the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) making headline-worthy...
December 22, 2023
Region perfect backdrop for global marathon
We are blessed to live in such a beautiful part of the world. There are so many amazing attractions right on our doorstep, which is...
December 21, 2023
It’s wrapping time
WITH CAM O'KEEFE This Christmas seems to have hit a high with almost everyone who wants to give, receive and get their merry cheer on. Snubbing...
December 21, 2023
A time for those less fortunate
WITH GARETH KENT, DIRECTOR PRESTON ROWE PATERSON GEELONG And so it is Christmas and 2023 draws to a close. I would like to end the year...
December 19, 2023
Connecting at Christmas
This year the LifeChanger Foundation has been fortunate to work with more than 100,000 young people, through interactive youth mental health workshops and our...
December 15, 2023
Looking back on 2023
IT HAS been another big year for Geelong, although, not as successful as 2022 for the Cats. At the City we have seen a lot...
December 14, 2023
The benefits of home ownership vs renting
WITH Leigh Deledio and Daniel Walsh from UFinancial Choosing between renting and buying a home is a significant decision that hinges on various factors, ranging...
December 8, 2023
An inclusive crossing
AFTER five months as a councillor, my strong beliefs about the value of listening to the community have only been reinforced. It is clear to...
December 8, 2023
Will there be any funding gifts this Christmas?
WITH GARETH KENT, DIRECTOR PRESTON ROWE PATERSON December 1 is the first day of summer, and for most of us, the countdown to Christmas has...
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