About: Ellie Claringbold
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 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...
September 29, 2025
Family values drive business excellence for local hire company
CHRIS and Teoni Carney, the husband-and-wife team behind Geelong Access Hire believe it is their commitment to honest service that has enabled the business...
September 29, 2025
First look: Serendip’s sensory garden to open before summer
SERENDIP Sanctuary's new sensory garden will open to the public before summer, after its recent plantings have had more time to establish themselves in...
September 28, 2025
Lived experience-led mental health service set for Geelong
VICTORIA'S first lived experience-led mental health residential service will be established in Geelong, marking a major shift in how people in crisis are supported. The...
September 28, 2025
Beyond Blue urges prevention-first approach to mental health
BEYOND Blue is calling for a shift towards earlier and more compassionate intervention in mental health, warning too many Australians only receive support once...
September 27, 2025
Councils poised for G21 reset
A NEW model for the G21 Geelong Region Alliance is expected to be finalised late next month. Information about how the new-look body will function,...
September 26, 2025
Breakfast shines light on foster care and its impact
FOSTER carers and their impact on young lives were celebrated at GMBHA Stadium last week during Meli's third annual Foster a Future Breakfast. The annual...
September 24, 2025
New era for Women in Local Democracy
WOMEN in Local Democracy has entered a new phase, re-launching as an incorporated association with a bigger, more diverse committee and a sharpened focus...
September 24, 2025
Geelong trial puts water-saving tech to the test
TECHNOLOGY that could cut household water use by up to 40 per cent is being put to the test in Geelong, with hopes it...
September 23, 2025
Shire revives Australia Day debate, backs advocacy for new date
THE Surf Coast Shire will begin advocating to the federal government for Australia Day to be moved to the last weekend in January, but...
September 23, 2025
DIY renovations may expose asbestos, Cancer Council warns
ASBESTOS continues to pose serious health risks to Australians, particularly when it is disturbed during home renovations, new data from the Australian Institute of...
September 22, 2025
Shape Your Support’s unique approach earns awards nod
SHAPE Your Support launched at the height COVID with the goal to push the standards of the disability support sector and strive for excellence...
September 22, 2025
Farmers invited to Tactical AGA’s Pasture Open Day
LOCAL farmers will be back at Mount Duneed next week for Tactical AGA's highly anticipated annual Pasture Open Day. Hosted by senior agronomist Wayne Firth...
September 22, 2025
Cosmic Psychos to hit the road
Beer-soaked punk veterans the Cosmic Psychos will hit the road on a 40-date regional tour later this year to celebrate the launch of their...
September 21, 2025
Fashion with purpose: Geelong boutique fights modern slavery
THE Offspring Collective, a pre-loved boutique store in Pakington Street, is thrifting done differently. The ethical fashion movement with Geelong roots is offering locals a...
September 19, 2025
Surf Coast councillor faces month-long suspension over conduct
A SURF Coast Shire councillor will face a month’s suspension, after an independent arbitrator found he engaged in misconduct both online and during council...
