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February 13, 2020

Region on show at Geelong Library

The visual contents of this year’s Geelong Calendar will adorn the walls at the Geelong Library and Heritage Centre until February 18. Ranging from...

February 13, 2020

Big plans for The Sound Doctor

Anglesea’s status as a popular music destination has been strengthened by the Surf Coast Shire council’s $10,000 investment in The Sound Doctor Presents. Awarded...

February 13, 2020

City shows its pride

THE streets of Geelong’s CBD were illuminated with every colour of the rainbow on Sunday when a swarm of people turned out for the...

February 13, 2020

Life of colour: Ellise Roberts opens the door to her home studio on wheels

Since the early 2000s, Ellise Roberts has infused every aspect of her life with creative flair. Completing a Diploma of Art Screen Print...

February 13, 2020

Wandering Geelong for a good cause

More than 20 of Victoria’s finest wineries, distilleries and breweries will showcase their offerings on Saturday for the APCO Foundation Geelong Wine Walk, which...

February 13, 2020

Outwit the nits

WITH THE PHARMACY GUILD OF AUSTRALIA Head lice are part-and-parcel of the school experience for many children but finding effective ways to clear them...

February 13, 2020

Lord of the strings heads for Lorne

Experience the romance and passion of Spain with 10-string guitarist Matthew Fagan and flamenco dancer Laura Uhe when they perform at Qdos Fine Arts...

February 13, 2020

All aboard the Bambra (Not So) Express

Next month’s Meadow music festival has partnered with Creative Victoria to offer one lucky festivalgoer and five of their friends a chance to board...

February 13, 2020

A journey by water you won’t forget

ENJOY the remaining weeks of summer on the water with Searoad Ferries as it set sails for two Rock the Boat events. Sailing a bespoke...

February 13, 2020

Wreck2Reef swimmers challenge the wind

BY HANNAH KENNY AND KLAUS NANNESTAD PEOPLE of all ages and abilities swam Half Moon Bay on Saturday for the 11th annual Wreck2Reef. Hosted...

February 7, 2020

Barwon River re-opens after blue-green algae outbreak

THE Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) has re-opened the Barwon River in Geelong for in-water activities following a blue-green algae outbreak last week. The Barwon...

February 7, 2020

Dangerous surf conditions forecast for Surf Coast and Bellarine this weekend

Beachgoers in the state’s west should exercise caution in the water over the weekend with large swells predicted to make conditions dangerous at ocean...

February 6, 2020

Part of Barwon River still closed due to blue-green algae

The Barwon River through Geelong remains closed from below Fyans Park to Breakwater Road following an outbreak of blue-green algae. Results received by the Corangamite...

February 6, 2020

Friends of the Earth up pressure to keep gas moratorium

THE moratorium on onshore conventional gas in Victoria expires in four months, but Friends of the Earth is already mobilising for a campaign to...

February 6, 2020

Devenyns and Lippert win sixth edition of Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race

THE sixth edition of the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race was held in wild weather conditions, with the male and female riders battling...

February 6, 2020

Wave of welcome washes in at Fairhaven for female cyclists

FEMALE cyclists taking part in the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race basked in the coastal surroundings at this...

February 6, 2020

This Girl Can get active

THE City of Greater Geelong is encouraging women to get moving next month as part of the state government’s This Girl Can campaign. The...

February 6, 2020

U3A Surf Coast gears up for term one

Sculptor and owner of Qdos Fine Arts Graeme Wilkie is one of five local artists to present to U3A SurfCoast members as part of...

February 6, 2020

Big shopping: Welsh Group reveals $1 billion plan for Armstrong Creek Town Centre

ARMSTRONG Creek will soon be home to an expansive $1 billion development which will include a movie theatre, health and wellness centre, public library...

February 6, 2020

Christmas in Geelong to receive creative boost

CHRISTMAS in Geelong will be bigger and better than ever this year, with the City of Greater Geelong committing to strengthening its festive program. The...

February 6, 2020

Maddie Riewoldt’s legacy shines bright

THE cool tones of the Bellarine were awakened on Sunday as golfers turned out to Clifton Springs Golf Club to raise more than $100,000...

February 6, 2020

Rotary gearing up for motor show

THE Torquay Annual Rotary Motor Show will be held at Elephant Walk this Sunday (February 9). Now in its 12th edition, the show will feature...

February 6, 2020

As the school year begins, don’t forget the medicine

As students begin a new school year, NPS MedicineWise is urging parents to make medicines part of their family’s back to school planning. Nerida...

February 6, 2020

Ditching bad behaviour for a good cause

Thousands of people are calling time-out on a vice of their choice this month in support of Australia’s disadvantaged youth. The new campaign from febfast...