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April 27, 2026

A quarter of Geelong feels lonely, report finds

ABOUT a quarter of Geelong's residents feel lonely, according to a new report, but an action group has put together proposals to create a...

April 24, 2026

Smoke expected as Geelong burns begin

SEVERAL planned burns have begun and are scheduled to begin across the Geelong region, and residents can expect to see smoke in the air...

April 13, 2026

Trial to reduce preschool wheezing episodes

A MAJOR clinical trial aiming to reduce hospital admissions for wheezing preschoolers has reached a significant milestone. The ARROW (Assessing the Reduction of Recurrent admissions...

April 7, 2026

Win big with Lorne stay promotion

A generous gesture from the world's best cyclists is backing a competition designed to promote visitation and spending in Lorne. Launching this Thursday, the Surf...

April 6, 2026

Forum discusses new approach to reduce violent youth crime

THE state government is targeting violent youth crime through early intervention, with a specialised unit at the centre of its approach, and has introduced...

April 6, 2026

Swim lesson decline sparks safety concern

LIFE Saving Victoria (LSV) is urging parents and carers to continue their children's swimming lessons, with a decline in water safety skills creating major...

April 3, 2026

Huxtable stuns Robson at Bells Beach, prepares for Ferreira face-off

Jan Juc surfer Xavier Huxtable is riding his luck in the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach, defeating Championship Tour (CT) surfer Callum Robson today...

March 29, 2026

Sullivan loses bid for top spot on Liberal ticket

Trent Sullivan has failed in his bid to secure one of the top spots on the Liberals' ticket for Western Victoria Region at the...

March 29, 2026

Victoria makes public transport free for a month

Public transport across Victoria will be free from next week as the Victorian government aims to ease the impact of skyrocketing fuel prices. Coming...

March 29, 2026

Gallery’s exhibition to make a historic impression

THE works of some of the world's most famous impressionist artists are coming to the walls of Geelong Gallery in what is being touted...

March 29, 2026

Mobile women’s clinic celebrates first anniversary

WOMEN across regional and rural Victoria have historically faced barriers to access care because of their location, but a mobile clinic is helping to...

March 26, 2026

Local budding talent wins top prize at show

Jan Juc landscape architect Matt York keeps getting better at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, with his creation judged best in show...

March 25, 2026

New splash park design unveiled for Torquay centre

The shape of the splash park inside the coming Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre has been revealed, with the Victorian government releasing a...

March 24, 2026

Jetstar’s Avalon to Bali flights take off

Melbourne Avalon Airport is again an international destination, with Jetstar's debut flight to Bali from the airport taking off yesterday (Monday, 23 March). The...

March 23, 2026

Avalon airshow locked in for 2027 return

The Southern Hemisphere's largest aviation, aerospace and defence exhibition will again take off in Geelong in less than a year. The Victorian government announced today...

March 20, 2026

Seagulls, Coutas to face off for BPCA1 flag

BARWON Heads will host Queenscliff in the BPCA1 grand final this weekend, with both sides progressing from the semi-finals. Last weekend saw the Seagulls overcome Anglesea...

March 19, 2026

New report urges action, not discussion, to drive Geelong growth

A new report from KPMG says the Geelong region’s business environment needs coordinated action, not more discussion, to support growth across the state,...

March 17, 2026

Get your mouthguard sorted to avoid injury

WITH collisions or falls accounting for 66 per cent of sports injury hospitalisations, dentists are urging parents and amateur athletes to get their mouthguards...

March 13, 2026

Nyaal Banyul reaches major milestone

The Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention Centre is on track to host its first event in July, with major building works now complete. The $450 million...

March 13, 2026

Sales event to give early access to new Corio development

A new 400-lot housing development in Corio will officially launch land sales later this month, with a sales information event to take place...

March 12, 2026

Tour de Cure to roll through Torquay, Geelong

ONE of Australia's biggest charity cycling rides is heading this way, with the 2026 edition of the Tour de Cure Signature Tour to roll...

March 11, 2026

Apco explains fuel shortages as prices surge

Apco has thanked its customers for their patience as all the service station chain's sites have experienced temporary stock shortages this month due...

March 11, 2026

Bowel cancer screening campaign relaunched

A STATEWIDE bowel cancer screening campaign has been relaunched, this time with an increased focus on younger Victorians as part of a renewed push...

March 10, 2026

Education needed on signs of stroke in children

STROKE Foundation is urging Australian parents and families to familiarise themselves with the signs of stroke in children. Childhood Stroke Awareness Week, which started on...