Wathaurong receives sporting grant
THE Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative will share in more than $100,000 as part of the latest round of the Victorian government's Aboriginal Sport Participation Grants...
Tech tackles illegal dumping in Geelong
THE City of Greater Geelong is using cutting-edge technology to crack down on illegal rubbish dumping outside North Geelong's Salvation Army store in Sharon...
Boutique disability accommodation service recognised
HUSBAND and wife team Damian and Renee La Peyre have more than three decades of experience between them working in the disability and community...
World-class musicians to gather for Windfire Music Festival
SACRED music will ring through Geelong next month with the return of Music at the Basilica's annual Windfire Music Festival. Now in its 15th year,...
Slip, slop, slap: Australians not doing enough to protect against skin cancer
With spring upon us and summer fast approaching, the Cancer Council is reminding the community to protect themselves when the ultraviolet (UV) radiation index...
Recipe for success: Pholklore and genU strengthen relationship
GEELONG-BASED restaurant Pholklore has expanded its partnership with disability support provider genU with the aim of providing more supported employment opportunities for people living...
National Wool Museum recognised for sustainable fashion program
LESS than a month after being named Australia's best regional museum, the National Wool Museum's biennial We the Makers – Sustainable Fashion Prize program...
Geelong rapper nominated for prestigious music awards
Geelong's rising hip-hop star Fiston Baraka has been named among Victoria's hottest music acts as a nominee in this year's prestigious Music Victoria Awards. A...
Foundation’s CEO to step down after historic term
THE Give Where You Live Foundation's long-serving chief executive officer will step down at the end of the year. After 13 years at the helm...
Pacific National scraps Little River freight terminal plan
PACIFIC National, the country's largest private rail freight company, has withdrawn its plans to build a $5 billion, 550-hectare freight terminal and warehousing precinct...
Survey reveals widespread fear of cancer discrimination
Two thirds of Australians fear they will experience discrimination while receiving treatment for cancer, new research has found. The survey, commissioned by the Leukaemia Foundation,...
Music development back on the GRID in Geelong
THE GRID (Grass Roots Indie Development) Series music development program will return to Geelong later this year to provide the next cohort of emerging...
Consultation process questioned as local laws adopted
THE City of Greater Geelong council last week adopted a document aiming to update and future-proof the municipality's local laws, but one councillor has...
Geelong bartenders listed among nation’s most influential
TWO of Geelong's favourite mixologists have been named among the country's 100 most influential bartenders, venue operators and party-starters by Australian Bartender Magazine. Hospitality veteran...
Cosmetic clinic recognised for excellence
BODY Recon Cosmetic Clinic's (BRCC) focus on providing a friendly, honest and professional experience continues to earn the business rave reviews from its clients. First...
Petition launched for new post office in Armstrong Creek
ARMSTRONG Creek residents have launched a petition calling on Australia Post to open a second post office within the rapidly growing township. The petition was...
City adopts four-year disability access plan
The City of Greater Geelong has adopted a new four-year plan to support the full participation of people with disability in the community. More than...
Rotary Club rallies community to save historic water race
THE Highton Rotary Club remains steadfast in its commitment to see the Fyansford Paper Mill restored to its former glory, more than three years...
Scholarship program aims to bridge Geelong’s education gap
A NEW pilot scholarship program aiming to tackle the socio-economic barriers to education faced by many students across the region has launched in Geelong. The...
Renewable switch program charges up again
GEELONG Sustainability has officially launched the second edition of its highly successful program aimed at helping households make the transition from gas to renewable...
Community invited to shape mental health future
THE newly formed Geelong chapter of Australians for Mental Health (AfMH), a nationwide campaign advocating for mental healthcare reform, is preparing to host its...
Geelong Arts Centre wins prestigious award
GEELONG Arts Centre has been named Australia's performing arts centre of the year, becoming the first venue to receive the prestigious award twice. The centre...
City approves land sale to Wathaurong
THE City of Greater Geelong will proceed with the sale of a city-owned plot of land in Norlane to the Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative to...
Local pet care business honoured
FAMILY-OWNED pet accommodation and day care business Pets Country Club has been deeply rooted within the Lara community since 1996. It was a lifelong passion...