Canine companions and courageous women in dual film festivals
TWO film festivals will stop in Geelong next month as part of their national tours, promising audiences a carefully-curated selection of short and feature...
A decade of hoppy goodness
BLACKMAN'S Brewery is this month celebrating the 10th anniversary of its craft beer operation. The independent brewery has grown considerably since it was established in...
Community urged to contribute to city’s strategic plan
THE City of Greater Geelong is inviting the community to contribute to the development of the council's next four-year strategic plan. The Council Plan, which...
Nominations close soon for Victorian Disability Awards
The Victorian government is encouraging community members to nominate individuals, groups or organisations that promote the rights and inclusion of people with disability for...
Safety boost at Herne Hill intersection
UPGRADES to improve pedestrian safety on Minerva Road and Church Street in Herne Hill have been completed. The improvements installed include raised pedestrian crossings, footpath...
SAFV Centre’s long-serving CEO to step down
THE Sexual Assault & Family Violence (SAFV) Centre is on the hunt for a new chief executive, following the announcement of Helen Bolton's resignation...
Young Australians in crisis: Report reveals worsening mental health
Mental Health Australia has joined calls for reforms to Australia's mental health system, including greater investment into the sector, following last week's release of...
Manager makes a splash at awards
THE aquatics manager at Norlane ARC (Aquatic Recreation Centre) and Lara Swimming Pool has been recognised by Victoria's peak body for the aquatic and...
Women councillors to share experiences at City Hall forum
ASPIRING women councillors will have the opportunity to hear first-hand from those now serving on the City of Greater Geelong council at a forum...
Miles Franklin Award winner to headline Apollo Bay WORDfest
THE community will gather in Apollo Bay later this month for the town's annual WORDfest, with several award-winning authors set to feature. Now in its...
Rally to demand an end to gendered violence
THE Geelong community will again gather at Market Square Mall this month to demand action on gendered violence. The demonstration will form part of a...
Youth Council calls for action on vaping
GEELONG'S Youth Council advisory committee has delivered its first pieces of advice to the City of Greater Geelong council, focusing on vape access and...
Study finds millions of Australians unknowingly at risk of heart failure
More than four million Australians are not aware of the health conditions that can increase the risk of heart failure, new research has shown. The...
Greater Geelong’s young stars shine at Youth Awards
GREATER Geelong's outstanding young people aged between 12 and 25 have been celebrated at this year's Geelong Youth Awards. Selected from 132 nominations, 13 winners...
Council green lights Highton apartments
THE City of Greater Geelong has granted a planning permit for the construction of a three-storey apartment building in Highton. The application, which proposes to...
Significant penalties confirmed for supermarkets that engage in poor behaviour
AUSTRALIA'S supermarket duopoly has been put on notice following confirmation from the federal government this week that it would legislate hefty fines for retailers...
Valhalla Taproom announces sale, sets sights on future
A POPULAR taproom in Geelong's CBD has been listed for sale, with the owners planning to focus their efforts towards their recently opened second...
Eco-friendly stallholders sought for new sustainability-focused market
GEELONG Regional Libraries (GRL) is encouraging local stallholders with a passion for eco-friendly practices to participate in its upcoming Sustainability Market. The market will take...
Training program bolsters Geelong’s live events industry
GEELONG'S next generation of production technicians has been recognised for completing a two-part capability-building training program aimed at bolstering a live events industry devastated...
New public gallery seeks art
THE City of Greater Geelong is seeking expressions of interest from local creatives eager to display their work in the newly unveiled public gallery...
More power for Minister, stronger code of conduct: Local government reforms pass
THE state government last week, with the support of the Liberal Party, passed a raft of local government reforms through the upper house. The reforms...
Fire Rescue Victoria seeks diverse recruits
FIRE Rescue Victoria (FRV) is seeking to recruit a new cohort of career firefighters who will be deployed to stations across the state, based...
Barwon Health’s Stroke Unit achieves international recognition
BARWON Health's Stroke Unit has been internationally recognised for the quality of its treatment and care with World Stroke Organization (WSO) Angels platinum status. The...
Australians falling short on veggie intake
Less than 7 per cent of Australians are getting their five daily recommended servings of vegetables, according to a new report from the Australian...