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June 25, 2020
Bellarine Bayside appoints new CEO
THE Bellarine Bayside Foreshore Committee of Management has announced the appointment of Bruce Elliot as its new chief executive officer. Mr Elliot will begin the...
June 18, 2020
Footy returns to GMHBA Stadium, fans could return soon
THE 2020 AFL season has resumed after a two-month shutdown because of the coronavirus pandemic and footballs have been kicked in anger at GMHBA...
June 18, 2020
Geelong’s headspace services share in extra federal funds
Geelong’s headspace service will share in a $24.2 million federal government investment to reduce wait times and fast-track access to mental health services for...
June 18, 2020
Growing Suburbs Fund expanded to include Surf Coast
THE state government’s Growing Suburbs Fund has been expanded to include the Surf Coast Shire to support the area’s growing needs. The $25 million expansion...
June 18, 2020
AIRAR’s letters for refugees win national award
RURAL Australians for Refugees (RAR) have recognised the efforts of letter writers in Aireys Inlet with a national award.
The national refugee advocacy organisation presented
June 18, 2020
Foundation supports Diversitat’s settlement program
THE Geelong Community Foundation has thrown a lifeline to a housing program run by Diversitat in Geelong. Diversitat is the local provider of the federal...
June 18, 2020
Bree’s all fired up about winning an electric heater
BELMONT resident Bree Jackson has one less thing to worry about while renovating her house after winning the Times News Group's "Stay Warm This...
June 11, 2020
Community champions lauded in Queen’s Birthday Honours List
COMMUNITY champions from across the Geelong region have been lauded in the 2020 Queen's Birthday Honours List. They are among 933 recipients this year, which...
June 11, 2020
Couple’s historic effort awarded with OAMs
RESEARCHING a family connection inspired one Queenscliff couple to fully embrace the town’s history, and the pair have been individually recognised for their work...
June 11, 2020
Deakin staff want transparency during job cuts
STAFF at Deakin University are signing an open letter addressed to vice-chancellor Professor Iain Martin urging transparency and more information as the university prepares...
June 11, 2020
HomeBuilder help to build first house comes just in time
THE Coalition Government's HomeBuilder grants to encourage the start of new home builds and renovations has come just in time for one happy home...
June 11, 2020
Signing on for day of virtual action for #NoNewGas
WORLD Oceans Day was observed on Monday this week, and environmental activists took to the internet to show their opposition to offshore gas developments...
June 11, 2020
Sod turned at Stage 5 of Bellarine Springs
THE Bellarine Springs retirement village continues to grow, with the sod turned on Stage 5 of the project. Describing itself as "the premier retirement village...
June 11, 2020
Great news for Great Ocean Road authority, but wait continues for distinctive consultation
LEGISLATION to establish a new authority to manage the Great Ocean Road and its surrounding land and parks has passed state Parliament, but the...
June 9, 2020
Final siren: AFL Barwon’s senior football and netball competitions cancelled for 2020
THE siren has sounded on senior footy and netball for this year across the Geelong region, with the Bellarine Football Netball League (BFNL), Colac...
June 5, 2020
Surf champions design Rip Curl’s latest wetsuit
WORLD Surf League world champions Mick Fanning, Tyler Wright and Gabriel Medina have collaborated on the design and testing of Rip Curl's newest wetsuit,...
June 5, 2020
Local sports clubs eligible for grants
COMMUNITY Clubs and associations now have the chance to apply for two separate grants from the state government. Last week, Minister for Community Sport Ros...
June 4, 2020
Peace and security
Geelong Security Doors and Shower Screens are here to make your home secure and give you the peace of mind you need. Jason Pitt founded...
June 4, 2020
Haven of tranquility
June 4, 2020
HomeBuilder stimulus package aimed at first home builds and home renovations
THE federal Coalition Government is hoping to shore up the construction sector during the coronavirus pandemic, with a new scheme to provide $25,000 grants...
June 4, 2020
Land and art align to celebrate Djilang
A stunning artistic collaboration between the Wadawurrung people and developer Villawood Properties will highlight this year’s National Reconciliation Week.
Perched high above the Geelong Ring...
June 4, 2020
Geelong council serves up more funds for food relief
THE City of Greater Geelong council will provide $50,000 to the Geelong Food Relief Centre to begin immediately buying fresh food for distribution to...
June 4, 2020
City announces grants for community groups
THE City of Greater Geelong council has awarded $304,698 in funding to 45 different clubs and organisations across the region under the final round...
June 4, 2020
G21 wants more help for Deakin
LEADING Geelong lobby group G21 is stressing Deakin University "must never be taken for granted" during the coronavirus pandemic, saying the university had driven...
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