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May 6, 2026
2026–27 state budget: what’s in it for you?
Labor is touting the education, crime and cost of living measures in its 2026-27 state budget, but there only a handful of big-ticket items...
May 6, 2026
Fire, ambulance stations in Armstrong Creek delayed again
The state Labor government and Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) both cite utilities issues as responsible for the delays to the long-awaited Armstrong Creek fire...
May 5, 2026
Millions committed to Geelong children’s emergency care
Geelong's young people in need of urgent care have been given a boost in Labor's 2026–27 state budget, with $20.3 million to go towards...
April 30, 2026
Divestment plan promises to protect fort’s heritage values
The federal government has pledged to protect the historical values of Fort Queenscliff when it it is divested but the site no longer has...
April 29, 2026
MexiCam’s to bounce back after fire
The team at MexiCam's are hopeful of quickly "moving onwards and upwards" after a fire at the venue in the Federal Mills precinct in...
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...
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