About: Ellie Claringbold
October 16, 2025
Construction to begin on long-awaited indoor pool
CONSTRUCTION on the long-awaited second stage of the North Bellarine Aquatic Centre in Drysdale will begin next month, following the appointment of a builder...
October 15, 2025
World’s best bowlers bound for Ocean Grove
THE Bellarine Peninsula will shine on the global sporting stage next year, when the prestigious World Bowls Indoor Championship rolls into town. The Ocean Grove...
October 14, 2025
Early hours fire sparks investigation in Armstrong Creek
A burnt-out car greeted Armstrong Creek residents early this morning, after a suspicious blaze in local bushland. Emergency services were called to reports of a...
October 13, 2025
MP calls for airport link
A LOCAL MP is backing a community push for public transport links from Geelong's northern suburbs to Avalon Airport and its surrounding employment precinct. Lara...
October 13, 2025
Geelong community gathers to highlight housing crisis
MORE than 5,500 households in Geelong are in need of social housing and local advocates are calling for urgent action. The Real Deal Geelong Alliance...
October 12, 2025
Council approves sale of vacant Corio property
THE City of Greater Geelong will move ahead with the sale of a former Meals on Wheels distribution centre, after determining the property is...
October 12, 2025
GMHBA recognised for excellence
GMHBA has been deeply embedded in the Geelong community for more than 90 years. Rising from humble beginnings, the private healthcare organisation got its start...
October 11, 2025
Green spaces and walkability at heart of Lara’s latest estate
LARA will gain its own "20-minute neighbourhood" with the development of Flinders Walk Estate, a new residential community designed around the principle of living...
October 11, 2025
Geelong to gain 270 new homes as state signs off on major builds
TWO major housing projects in Geelong have been approved, fast-tracking 270 new homes for the region as the Victorian government works to meet its...
October 10, 2025
Gas terminal debate reignites as Gladstone residents visit Geelong
COMMUNITY members from Queensland's Gladstone region will visit Geelong next week to discuss their experiences living near large-scale gas projects, as local opposition to...
October 10, 2025
All roads lead to ROAM
GEELONG'S creative heart will be transformed into a living canvas this weekend when a new arts festival takes over the streets. Billed by the City...
October 8, 2025
Painting a path to healing
MENTAL health art collective Antifragile will open the doors to its second annual art exhibition next weekend, inviting the community to help chart a...
October 7, 2025
Culture shift needed to tackle burnout
AS NATIONAL Safe Work Month begins, Beyond Blue is urging Australian businesses to take proactive steps on mental health, with new data showing widespread...
October 7, 2025
City reveals state election wish list
THE City of Greater Geelong has outlined the projects it will advocate for as next year's state election approaches, with Avalon Airport, better transport...
October 6, 2025
Stead Park lines up for national stage
SHOVELS are in the ground at Corio's Stead Park as construction on a major redevelopment, promising to elevate the home of local hockey to...
October 6, 2025
Heat on as chefs chase Golden Plate
FOUR hometown culinary talents will put their skills to the test next week in a sizzling showdown for the title of regional Victoria's best...
October 6, 2025
Charity earns spot among Geelong’s business elite
GEELONG-based not-for-profit organisation the Type 1 Foundation was founded in 2015 by Ange Liston-McCaughley after her daughter's shock Type 1 diabetes (T1D) diagnosis. A decade...
October 4, 2025
Navy’s Young Endeavour turns heads at Geelong waterfront
WITH its sails furled and young crew perched high on the 33m mast, the tall ship Young Endeavour made a striking entrance into Geelong...
October 4, 2025
Boutique accommodation opportunity
5 KURZMANS Road, Bellbrae 5 Kurzmans Road, Bellbrae presents a rare chance to secure a rural holding that blends lifestyle appeal with outstanding development potential. Set...
October 3, 2025
Prestige Jayco celebrates major expansion in Geelong
PRESTIGE Jayco has officially opened its new sales, administration and service centre in Newcomb, marking a major expansion for the long-standing caravan dealership. The state-of-the-art...
October 3, 2025
Dark arts descend on historic Geelong Gaol
GEELONG'S 170-year-old bluestone gaol will take on a haunting new life next week, as it hosts its first Dark Arts Expo. The one-day event, to...
October 1, 2025
Federal scheme slashes first home deposit barrier to 5 per cent
A FEDERAL scheme aiming to “level the playing field” has come into effect today, enabling all first home buyers to purchase a property with...
October 1, 2025
New grant program to power play
LOCAL sporting clubs across the region are set to benefit from a $50 million federal program that will help upgrade facilities with climate-smart improvements...
September 30, 2025
Finding connection at sunrise
A GRASSROOTS movement tackling loneliness through sunrise mindfulness and community connection will launch weekly wellness sessions at Barwon Edge next month. The initiative is the...
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