About: Ellie Claringbold
March 16, 2025
Community honours women at inaugural IWD event
LOCAL mob and allies gathered at Murran Hub last week to celebrate the First Nations women of Djilang. Hosted by Geelong MP Christine Couzens and...
March 16, 2025
Family farm reborn as unique wedding destination
Sisters Pip Minney and Ali Kooloos hail from a family of pioneers, a legacy their newest venture aims to safeguard into the future. The duo...
March 15, 2025
Share the Dignity calls for community support
NOT-FOR-PROFIT organisation Share the Dignity has launched its bi-annual Dignity Drive and is calling on the support of the local community. Until the end of...
March 13, 2025
Community at odds with Parks Victoria over vision for Serendip Sanctuary
COMMUNITY concerns about the long-term viability of Serendip Sanctuary as a tourism attraction remain, as construction nears on the site's new sensory garden, a...
March 12, 2025
Independent panel to review Highton Village development plan amendment
THE City of Greater Geelong has referred the submissions gathered as part of the most recent phase of the Highton Village Urban Design Framework...
March 12, 2025
Duck hunting season extended, bag limits increased
RECREATIONAL duck hunters will enjoy an extended shooting season this year, as well as an increased daily bag limit when the season begins next...
March 11, 2025
Rotary conference to livestream prolific speakers for community
DOMESTIC violence campaigner Rosie Batty, high-profile psychologist and author Dr Michael Carr-Gregg, and international End Polio ambassador Ramesh Ferris are among the keynote speakers...
March 10, 2025
State sets housing goal for Geelong
THE Victorian government wants to see an additional 128,600 homes built in Greater Geelong by 2051 to meet projected demand across the region. The target...
March 10, 2025
Non-profits receive energy-saving upgrades
EFFICIENT hot water heat pumps will be donated to Anglesea's Sirovilla Retirement Village, Phoenix Housing and Geelong's Samaritan House, as part of Geelong Sustainability's...
March 9, 2025
Local restaurants join effort to restore marine habitats
A TRAILBLAZING recycling program aimed at reducing waste and restoring marine habitats has expanded to Torquay, Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula. Run by environmental conservation...
March 9, 2025
Awareness gap on shingles leaves many vulnerable
An estimated 97 per cent of Australians carry the inactive virus that causes singles by the age of 40, but 36 per cent of...
March 9, 2025
Jet headlines all-star Aussie rock line-up
AUSTRALIAN rock legends Jet will return to Torquay later this month for the second annual Lookout Festival, promising audiences a "high octane" set filled...
March 9, 2025
Ramsar Week celebrates local wetlands
THE community will have the opportunity to explore Swan Bay by canoe, hunt for the elusive Corangamite water skink and take a walk on...
March 8, 2025
Geelong Gallery names new CEO
GEELONG Gallery has found a new director and chief executive officer to lead the cultural institution into its next chapter. Humphrey Clegg, who has served...
March 7, 2025
Uplifting and empowering women
SURFCOAST Women's Health Group is driven by a deep understanding of the needs of the community, recognising the unique challenges faced by women and...
March 7, 2025
A spotlight on the female leaders at HarvestHR
PROVIDING expertise on the economy, employment landscape and latest HR trends is what Maree Herath and Arzoo Thakur do. Maree's journey from being the daughter...
March 7, 2025
Passion for perfection
GROWING up in Geelong, Sharon Parker and Bernadette Carr have been blessed to experience the opportunities that the region has to offer – from...
March 7, 2025
The most awarded female agent on the Surf Coast
KELLIE Saddington is a proven high performer with professional integrity and the respect of the industry, having recently received the award for 'Rate My...
March 7, 2025
Helping others live by their own design
EBONY Sugars is dedicated to empowering individuals to create lives that align with their true values and aspirations. Through her healing practice, Manger Spiritual Healing,...
March 7, 2025
Shaping the future of the Great Ocean Road coast and parks
THE Great Ocean Road is more than just a scenic drive – it's a living, breathing landscape woven with history, culture and a deep...
March 7, 2025
Eliminating the guesswork
MANY individuals and families have experiences where they are actively seeking support, resources and guidance ensuring their loved ones have the tools to navigate...
March 7, 2025
A bright future
AS Geelong's population grows, there is increased demand for quality healthcare services. Despite women making up most of Australia's health workforce, they remain underrepresented...
March 7, 2025
A beacon of hope and healing
NESTLED in the heart of Bannockburn, the Golden Plains Skin Cancer and Laser Clinic stands as a testament to the power of dedicated healthcare. The...
March 7, 2025
The woman changing the future of Australian home building
IN an industry long dominated by men, Jessica Farrell is proving that leadership, innovation and a commitment to excellence are what truly define success. As...
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