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Karate expert launches free self-defence program

A YOUNG woman with a black belt in karate has launched a free self-defence program with the aim of building a supportive community for...

Geelong, Carlton playing for a cause

WHEN Carlton and Geelong go head-to-head at the MCG on Friday night (June 21), both teams will be playing for more than AFL premiership...

Foodie paradise: Tastes of Greater Geelong unveils biggest program yet

THE full program for this year's Tastes of Greater Geelong has dropped, promising the food festival's biggest event to date. More than 100 events spread...

Art prize seeks bold voices

ENTRIES have opened for Hue and Cry Collective's annual art prize, with more than $7,000 in prizes up for grabs. Now in its second year,...

Farmer-made film sparks open conversation about mental health

June 16, 2024

Geelong women asked to stand for election

ADVOCATES for gender parity in local government gathered on Friday last week to launch a campaign encouraging women to run for council in this...

June 15, 2024

Live and Local program aims to fortify Geelong’s live music scene

THE City of Greater Geelong will this month host a series of free industry development sessions for locals who work in the music industry. The...

June 14, 2024

Friday and Saturday afternoons most dangerous for drivers

FRIDAY and Saturday afternoons are the most dangerous time on the road for motorists during the winter, Victoria Police data has revealed. New crash data...

June 14, 2024

‘A great deal of fun’: Geelong Arts Centre honoured with two architecture awards

GEELONG Arts Centre has taken home two architecture awards for the third stage of its redevelopment, which reimagines the idea of a traditional theatre...

June 13, 2024

Restaurants partner with disability support provider to create jobs

LOCAL restaurants Pholklore and Edge Geelong have teamed up with disability support service genU to provide opportunities for people living with disability and bolster...

June 13, 2024

Canine companionship combats difficulties at school

A TEAM of four-legged therapists are helping to improve educational outcomes for young people across Geelong. Run by MacKillop Family Services, the Paw Pals program...

June 12, 2024

School program boosting confidence in students

A SCHOOL program working to empower girls to speak up in their classrooms, schools and communities is set to expand, with the development of...

June 11, 2024

Barwon Edge to launch winter artisan market series

THE team behind Barwon Edge is gearing up to host a winter artisan market series and interested stallholders still have time to get involved. The...

June 10, 2024

Geelong seeks to strengthen ties with Japan for economic growth

A JAPANESE delegation visited Geelong last Thursday (May 30) to explore possible investment opportunities in the region. Led by deputy consul-general Natsuko Miguchi, the delegation...

June 10, 2024

City to create LGBTIQA+ Action Plan

THE City of Greater Geelong has confirmed it will develop a dedicated LGBTIQA+ Action Plan to better facilitate inclusion across the region. The plan will...

June 8, 2024

Local SES volunteers joins calls for more funding

MEMBERS of the Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) from across the region have thrown their support behind a volunteer-led campaign calling for a sustainable...

June 7, 2024

Norlane aquatic centre finally gets a permanent name

NORLANE's recently opened aquatic centre, formerly known as the Northern Aquatic and Community Hub, finally has an official name. The $65.6 million community facility, which...

June 7, 2024

Geelong gathers for Reconciliation in the Park

GEELONG'S Johnstone Park came alive with music and dance on Sunday, as the local community gathered for Reconciliation in the Park, now in its...

June 7, 2024

Great Ocean Road retreat named Australian Home of the Year

A luxury holiday home on the Great Ocean Road has been named this year's Australian Home of the Year. The Separation Creek property, designed by...

June 6, 2024

Local asylum seekers stuck in visa limbo

TAMIL asylum seekers Sinthujan and Shyamalie have both been living in the Geelong community for more than 12 years. They fled persecution in Sri Lanka...

June 6, 2024

Lara community maintains fight against incinerator

LARA residents continue to oppose the waste-to-energy facility proposed for the town, protesting at the latest recent series of community engagement sessions about the...

June 5, 2024

Victoria creates first-of-its-kind role to address violence against women

A NEW parliamentary role has been established within the Victorian government to help address violence against women across the state. Premier Jacinta Allan announced on...

June 5, 2024

Inquiry calls for crackdown on supermarket price hikes

A GREENS-LED Senate inquiry into supermarket prices has called for price gouging to be made illegal after hearing "devastating evidence" from consumers about the...

June 5, 2024

Geelong community to rally against gendered violence again

PREPARATIONS are underway for a second Geelong rally against gendered violence as the death toll continues to rise. It comes as Destroy the Joint's 'Counting...

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