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About: Ellie Claringbold

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June 25, 2024

Victoria Police calls for help to stop rising elder abuse

VICTORIA Police is urging community members that know or suspect an older person is being abused to speak up and make a report, as...

June 24, 2024

Study finds body dissatisfaction on the rise among youth

Body dissatisfaction is on the rise, with body image preventing nearly one-in-two young people attending school at some point, new research has found. Conducted by...

June 24, 2024

Club celebrates 70 years of capturing memories

THE Corio Bay Camera Club has celebrated 70 years since its inception. The club meets twice monthly in Geelong West, offering photography enthusiasts of all...

June 23, 2024

Starting gun fired on Landy Field redevelopment

THE $10 million redevelopment of the John Landy Athletics Field will go ahead, following the approval of funding support from the Victorian government. The $5...

June 21, 2024

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...

June 21, 2024

Free live music to take over Geelong this weekend

AFTER its successful launch in Ocean Grove earlier this month, ReSound Music Festival is set to continue this weekend at several venues across central...

June 20, 2024

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...

June 20, 2024

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...

June 17, 2024

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,...

June 17, 2024

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

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 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

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...