About: Ellie Claringbold
August 11, 2024
Homelessness agencies demand 60,000 new social homes
HOMELESSNESS services and agencies operating as part of the Victorian Homelessness Network last week gathered on Spring Street to call on the Victorian government...
August 10, 2024
Geelong roads named among state’s most dangerous
TWO roads located within the City of Greater Geelong have been named among the top 20 most dangerous roads in regional Victoria by road...
August 10, 2024
Geelong hotels vie for top award
NOVOTEL Geelong and Rydges Geelong are both vying for top honours in this month’s Victorian Accommodation Awards for Excellence. Both venues are finalists in the...
August 9, 2024
City seeks health snapshot
HOUSEHOLDS across Greater Geelong might receive an email, letter or phone call over the next month as the City of Greater Geelong runs this...
August 8, 2024
Geelong line booming, but parking can’t keep up
DEMAND for car parking spaces continues to outstrip supply at Geelong railway station, but the state government has no plans to provide commuters with...
August 8, 2024
Major overhaul to Victoria’s health system announced
THE Victorian government has today (Thursday, August 8) confirmed an additional $1.5 billion in funding will be injected into Victoria’s health system, but forced...
August 8, 2024
Untether: A new chapter for Geelong arts
A new gallery space dedicated to exhibitions and events that explore the human experience has opened at the entry of the Centrepoint Arcade.Founded by...
August 7, 2024
Group advocating for mental health reform launches in Geelong
A COMMUNITY-LED organisation advocating for substantial reform to Australia's mental healthcare system has established its first local chapter in Geelong. Established in 2014, Australians for...
August 7, 2024
Shorter, safer treatment for Buruli ulcer on trial
A world-first clinical trial, conducted by Barwon Health's Infectious Disease Unit, is hoping to reduce the time required to treat Buruli ulcer. Buruli ulcer is...
August 6, 2024
Women candidates to speak at forum
THE community will have the chance to meet the women candidates running in this year's City of Greater Geelong council elections at a forum...
August 6, 2024
Local businesses, industry leaders to gather for Geelong cleantech event
A YEARLY roadshow showcasing the achievements and developments of the green technology industry is set to return to Geelong next month. The NEXUS Clean Economy...
August 5, 2024
Thousands of women, girls reveal struggle with pain
More than 12,000 women and girls have shared their personal experiences of pain and the impact it has on their daily lives as part...
August 4, 2024
Lara incinerator debate heats up
POLITICIANS from across the political divide joined with the Lara community today (Sunday, August 4) to protest the waste-to-energy plant proposed for the town. About...
August 4, 2024
Critically acclaimed play arrives in Geelong
A critically acclaimed theatre show based on the best-selling memoir of award-winning Sydney journalist Shannon Molloy will hit the Geelong stage this month. Produced by...
August 3, 2024
Music for a cause in Queenscliff
RENOWNED Melbourne-based choir Living Out Loud is headed to Queenscliff this month for a unique workshop and concert event to help raise funds to...
August 3, 2024
Builder selected for youth hub
CONSTRUCTION of the highly-anticipated Geelong Youth Hub has moved a step closer, following the awarding of a tender to a local builder. Archibald Builders has...
August 2, 2024
Action demanded on gendered violence
NEITHER icy conditions nor rain could deter hundreds of community members coming together on Sunday to demand stronger political action against gendered violence. The rally,...
August 1, 2024
Search for Scott Muston’s killer continues
THE family of a man who was murdered more than four years ago is urging the community to come forward with any information that...
July 31, 2024
Geelong unveils five-year plan to grow major events scene
THE City of Greater Geelong is seeking to cement the region as Australia's premier regional events destination, adopting a new roadmap to guide the...
July 31, 2024
Mt Duneed Estate among top 10 per cent on Tripadvisor
MT Duneed Estate has been recognised for its consistent favourable reviews on the world's largest travel platform, earning itself a Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award. Tripadvisor...
July 30, 2024
Bus loop opens as Geelong line upgrades continue
THE new bus loop at Marshall Station has opened, as the winter construction blitz on the station precinct continues. The works are part of more...
July 30, 2024
Police urge caution after spike in road deaths
VICTORIA POLICE has issued an urgent plea to all motorists to take extra care on the road, following a surge in road deaths this...
July 30, 2024
City seeks feedback to improve customer experience
THE City of Greater Geelong is seeking to understand how it is perceived by the local community, with everyone who lives, works or visits...
July 29, 2024
Aussies warned of soaring money recovery scams
COMMUNITY members who have had money stolen by scammers are being urged to be wary of offers to recover that money for an upfront...
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