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February 11, 2021
Locals continue the fight to save historic cottage from demolition
BEHIND a small bluestone cottage is a big fight to preserve the "historic landmark". Since the battle went public late last year the community has...
February 11, 2021
Outdoor dining options could pop up across municipality
THE outdoor dining initiative introduced to combat COVID-19 restrictions may become a permanent part of Geelong's restaurant experience. City of Greater Geelong is now inviting...
February 11, 2021
City’s largest social infrastucture investment closer to fruition
A CRITICAL preventative health facility is progressing rapidly, with the City of Greater Geelong confirming the final design has been completed ahead of the...
February 10, 2021
Lunar New Year with Diana Chan
METRICON Homes are celebrating the Lunar New Year with a free virtual cooking class hosted by celebrity chef Diana Chan. For the fifth consecutive year...
February 4, 2021
Council joins residents in opposing Drysdale development
COUNCIL has joined Drysdale residents in expressing its disapproval for an Oakden development that would transform the semi-rural area into a 34-lot estate. The planning...
February 4, 2021
Roxie back on the air full-time
BAY 93.9's weekday 3pm show is receiving a shake up with media personality, mind coach and successful PR director, Roxie Bennett, joining the line-up...
February 4, 2021
Ross River Virus management underway
DESPITE Ross River being detected in the township, the Surf Coast Shire says effective mosquito management has helped tackle the issue in Anglesea. Last year...
February 4, 2021
166 drivers nabbed during unofficial long weekend
MORE than 160 people were nabbed for various road offences across Geelong and the Surf Coast region under Operation Amity. During the unofficial long weekend,...
February 4, 2021
Mustafa’s inspiring story of fleeing Afghanistan to finding success on the coast
Ask Mustafa Niamafullak Nazar what he loves most about Australia and he will tell you it is “everything”. He enjoys the Anglesea community, the people...
February 4, 2021
Marking one year of COVID-19
AFTER a challenging 12 months, Victoria has recorded no locally acquired COVID-19 cases on the one-year anniversary since the pandemic first entered the state. Last...
February 4, 2021
Operation Seahawk swoops on long weekend offending
OPERATION Seahawk has taken a zero tolerance approach towards alcohol-related crime making a spate of arrests over the long weekend believed to be connected...
February 4, 2021
Geelong’s Young Leader Award winner announced
MEMBER for Corio Richard Marles has awarded the 2021 Geelong Leaders Award to a promising young girl who draws her inspiration from political leader...
February 4, 2021
Bellarine residents invited to learn more about library
AN INFORMATION session will be held this week to give locals a chance to view how their feedback will help shape Drysdale's new multi-million...
January 28, 2021
App against graffiti a hit
A TOTAL of 800 reports of graffiti have been lodged through the city's new easy-to-use mobile app since its inception in September. The release of...
January 28, 2021
Citizenship ceremonies return to City Hall after 11 months
THE City of Greater Geelong has hosted two citizenship ceremonies at City Hall on January 26, marking the return of face-to-face ceremonies. After 11 months...
January 28, 2021
Have your say on long-term environmental projects
THE Corangamite Catchment Management Authority is calling on the community to assist with the renewal of the Regional Catchment Strategy (RCS) across nine local...
January 28, 2021
Barwon Water urges greater efficiency following a drop in Geelong’s reservoir
Barwon Water has reported a drop in inflows at Geelong's most important reservoir, serving as a reminder for residents and visitors to target their...
January 28, 2021
OneWorth a success among young girls
INSTILLING self-worth in young girls is in demand after the successful launch of the OneWorth program on the Bellarine Peninsula. Mindset educator Kirsten Roberts and...
January 28, 2021
Accessible homes for those living with a disability
TWO groups have come together to ensure people living with a disability have the same opportunities as the rest of the community starting with...
January 28, 2021
Floating on air
HOT air ballooning has returned to the Geelong sky following a 15-year hiatus. The last hot air balloon floated over the skyline in about 2006...
January 28, 2021
2021 Youth Council announced
TWELVE youths have been elected to take on the added responsibility of representing young people from across the region as they now prepare to...
January 27, 2021
Police believe a Torquay firebug has struck again
A TORQUAY firebug who has been actively lighting fires since October 23, is thought to have struck again this morning with police urging anyone...
January 21, 2021
New Year blitz exposes bad habits
STATISTICS have shown that while it is a new year, Greater Geelong residents are still up to the same old driving habits. Up to 594...
January 21, 2021
Another busy season as patrols rescue 104 people
LIFE SAVERS have had their work cut out for them following another difficult season with over 100 rescues performed locally. From November 1 to January...
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