About: Ellie Claringbold
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
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 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 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...
July 28, 2024
Vaccination recommended as flu cases rise
Barwon Health is urging the community to get the flu vaccination, following a rapid increase in flu cases and a spike in hospitalisations. Last week,...
July 26, 2024
Coker takes democracy on the road for local students
A FEDERAL parliamentarian is bringing parliament to schools across the region, delivering an educational program that aims to bolster students’ civics and citizenship studies. Corangamite...
July 26, 2024
Fine felines: Charity receives grant to expand kitten nursery
A CHARITY offering a low-cost and free cat desexing program to the Greater Geelong community has received funding from the state government to refurbish...
July 25, 2024
Free support for non-profits to cut energy bills and embrace renewables
A HIGHLY successful program supporting not-for-profit organisations across the region to develop and implement renewable energy projects will continue this year, running through to...
July 25, 2024
Geelong turns green and gold for Paris Olympics
CELEBRATIONS across the City of Greater Geelong are ramping up for the Paris Olympics, which began earlier this week ahead of the Games' opening...
July 25, 2024
Council blocks controversial development amendment
CITY of Greater Geelong councillors have rejected an independent panel's recommendation to approve a planning permit amendment for the Balmoral Quay development, backing strong...
July 24, 2024
Men’s group celebrates five years of support and friendship
The Man Walk Geelong celebrated its fifth birthday last week, bringing together group members, their families and supporters for its weekly walk to mark...
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