About: Ellie Claringbold
September 7, 2024
Petition launched for new post office in Armstrong Creek
ARMSTRONG Creek residents have launched a petition calling on Australia Post to open a second post office within the rapidly growing township. The petition was...
September 6, 2024
City adopts four-year disability access plan
The City of Greater Geelong has adopted a new four-year plan to support the full participation of people with disability in the community. More than...
September 6, 2024
Rotary Club rallies community to save historic water race
THE Highton Rotary Club remains steadfast in its commitment to see the Fyansford Paper Mill restored to its former glory, more than three years...
September 5, 2024
Scholarship program aims to bridge Geelong’s education gap
A NEW pilot scholarship program aiming to tackle the socio-economic barriers to education faced by many students across the region has launched in Geelong. The...
September 5, 2024
Renewable switch program charges up again
GEELONG Sustainability has officially launched the second edition of its highly successful program aimed at helping households make the transition from gas to renewable...
September 4, 2024
Geelong Arts Centre wins prestigious award
GEELONG Arts Centre has been named Australia's performing arts centre of the year, becoming the first venue to receive the prestigious award twice. The centre...
September 4, 2024
Community invited to shape mental health future
THE newly formed Geelong chapter of Australians for Mental Health (AfMH), a nationwide campaign advocating for mental healthcare reform, is preparing to host its...
September 2, 2024
Local pet care business honoured
FAMILY-OWNED pet accommodation and day care business Pets Country Club has been deeply rooted within the Lara community since 1996. It was a lifelong passion...
September 2, 2024
City approves land sale to Wathaurong
THE City of Greater Geelong will proceed with the sale of a city-owned plot of land in Norlane to the Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative to...
September 2, 2024
Views sought to shape city’s LGBTIQA+ action plan
THE City of Greater Geelong is seeking insights from the community on LGBTIQA+ inclusion as it begins developing its first action plan to drive...
August 30, 2024
A united front for mental wellbeing
AN EXCITING and uplifting new event is set to bring the community together for World Mental Health Day. The inaugural "Serenity in the Stadium" will...
August 30, 2024
Questions remain about stadium switch
ARMSTRONG Creek was in line to receive two sporting stadiums as recently as May, but will now only get one. The state and federal government...
August 29, 2024
GBEA finalists celebrated
GEELONG'S business community came together last week to celebrate the businesses, entrepreneurs and business leaders named as finalists in this year's Geelong Business Excellence...
August 29, 2024
Little River residents claim freight terminal will ruin ecosystem
LITTLE River residents gathered last weekend to rally against a multibillion-dollar freight terminal proposed for the town, which residents fear will harm the surrounding...
August 28, 2024
Loneliness to be tackled in Geelong with new initiative
A NEW mental health and wellbeing initiative aiming to combat loneliness and foster social connection across the community is set to be established in...
August 28, 2024
3G shutdown delayed until October
TELSTRA and Optus have postponed the shutdown of their 3G mobile networks until October, after a Senate inquiry found the country was "inadequately prepared"...
August 27, 2024
Coming art exhibit to explore mental health
AN ART collective providing people with lived experience of mental health a safe space to express themselves and their experiences is preparing to host...
August 27, 2024
Local firm’s passion for adventure recognised
TRAILBLAZING outdoor adventure provider Geelong Adventure Specialists (GAS) first launched onto the scene more than 10 years ago after co-owners Jeremy and Shelley Wright...
August 27, 2024
Deakin trial explores links between food and mood
Can diet changes and an increase in enjoyable physical activity help to improve the wellbeing of those experiencing serious mental health struggles? A clinical trial...
August 27, 2024
Community input sought for heritage strategy
THE City of Greater Geelong is seeking the community's help to identify instances of rich history, culture and tradition across the region, as it...
August 26, 2024
Homelessness network demands action on housing
THE Barwon & South West Homelessness Network (BSWHN) is urging the state government to begin moving on the 1,300 new social and affordable homes...
August 26, 2024
Equality in gold: Women shine in Paris
From swimmer Kaylee McKeown's back-to-back titles in the 100m and 200m backstroke events to BMX rider Saya Sakakibara's emotional win after a horror crash...
August 25, 2024
Help choose Westfield Geelong’s Local Hero
WESTFIELD Geelong is encouraging the community to cast their vote to help determine this year's Westfield Local Hero and the recipient of a $20,000 grant. Now...
August 24, 2024
The Good Neighbourhood Project takes shape
NEIGHBOURHOOD renewal organisation Norlane Community Initiatives launched its new identity earlier this month, adopting the name The Good Neighbourhood Project (GNP) to better reflect...
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