About: Ellie Claringbold
March 6, 2024
Emergency department upgrade on track for completion this year
CONSTRUCTION on Geelong's $20 million children's emergency department has reached the halfway mark. Housed at University Hospital Geelong, the department will feature 28 additional treatment...
March 5, 2024
After a decade in limbo, asylum seekers urge action
A GROUP of about 30 asylum seekers who reside in Geelong have written to the federal government to highlight the effects of their ongoing...
March 3, 2024
New program brings archaeology to life for students
AN IMMERSIVE school program has launched in Geelong, offering students the ability to experience a simulated archaeological investigation led by a trained archaeologist. The program,...
March 3, 2024
Cricket boom: Warm weather brings hopping visitors
FAVOURABLE weather conditions have led to an influx of black field crickets in homes, gardens and on beaches across the region. It follows similar booms...
March 3, 2024
Region to celebrate women at diverse IWD events
IN RECOGNITION of International Women's Day (IWD), local women's groups across the region will host events to celebrate the achievements of women and raise...
March 2, 2024
Exhibition celebrates colour
BOOM Gallery toasted Rowena Martinich's latest collection of work and the opening of her new exhibition with a celebration event last week. The exhibition, Summer...
February 29, 2024
Local kid funds performing arts scholarships
A 12-year-old-boy has funded eight performing arts scholarships for young people by selling water bottles and handmade products. Daniel Lim started his business, Casting Dreams,...
February 29, 2024
City stands firm on indoor sports centre instead of pool
THE City of Greater Geelong has continued its advocacy for a new regional indoor sports and events centre (RISEC) for the region. Chief executive Ali...
February 29, 2024
Chocolate Starfish to rock Geelong in 30th anniversary tour
Australian rock band Chocolate Starfish will perform in Geelong this October to celebrate 30 years since the release of its 1994 self-titled debut album. Its...
February 26, 2024
Barwon Women’s and Children’s hospital takes major step forward
CONSTRUCTION on the Barwon Women’s and Children’s is on track to begin later this year following today's (Monday, February 26) appointment of a building...
February 25, 2024
Dive into Martinich’s emotionally charged colourscapes
Internationally renowned abstract artist Rowena Martinich will exhibit a new collection of vibrant works in Geelong over the next three weeks. The Jan Juc-based painter...
February 25, 2024
Secret shows, intimate settings: Sofar Sounds offers unique music experience
A LOCAL arts initiative is reimagining the live music experience in Geelong, bringing audiences and artists together for intimate performances in surprising locations. Now a...
February 25, 2024
Feed Me to offer food and connection in St Albans Park
NOT-FOR-PROFIT food charity Feed Me has closed its Newtown site and is preparing to open the doors to its new location in St Albans...
February 23, 2024
Long hot summer rolls on in Lorne
Japanese psychedelic band Minami Deutsch will take to the Lorne Theatre stage next month as part of the Long Hot Summer series. The kraut-rockers made...
February 23, 2024
Good Friday Appeal gets boost from young fundraisers
TWO children from Mount Duneed are preparing to run 10km for the very first time in a bid to raise money for this year's...
February 22, 2024
Games cancellation inquiry held in Geelong
THE state parliamentary inquiry into the shock cancellation of the 2026 Commonwealth Games held hearings with key stakeholders in Geelong last week. The City of...
February 22, 2024
Emerging artists take centre stage at Pako Festa
THE five local artists involved in the Geelong Grass Roots Indie Development (GRID) Series program will take the stage at Pako Festa this weekend. The...
February 22, 2024
Finding hope in a broken world: New book offers skills for turbulent times
Continuing its program of thought-provoking pop-up events, the Queenscliffe Literary Festival will host an exploration into the skills needed to navigate the increasingly challenging...
February 18, 2024
Geelong Portrait Photography Prize seeks entries
LOCAL photographers have an opportunity to exhibit their work and win a $3,000 cash prize thanks to the launch of a new art competition. Hosted...
February 17, 2024
Virtual reality takes aged care residents on journeys around the world
VIRTUAL reality (VR) experiences are giving Barwon Health's aged care residents the opportunity to travel the globe from the comfort of their homes. The program...
February 17, 2024
Consultancy takes the stress out of finding your perfect piece
Metal artist Cinnamon Stephens' presence can be felt all over the region, particularly in her hometown of Anglesea. Her work adorns homes and businesses, streetlights...
February 13, 2024
New funding opportunities announced for Victoria’s Aboriginal organisations
THE Victorian government has launched the seventh round of its Aboriginal community infrastructure program, offering grants of up to $1.6 million to ensure organisations...
February 12, 2024
Government goes ahead with duck hunting, implements new measures
RECREATIONAL duck hunting will continue in Victoria with several "common-sense" changes after the Allan Government rejected the recommendation of a Labor-led inquiry to ban...
February 11, 2024
Local mum to host ADHD conference
Child behavioural specialist and Surf Coast resident Chrissie Davies wants families with neurodivergent children to know they are not alone. This month her business, Chaos...
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