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October 22, 2020
Surf Coast Kite Festival to take flight
ORGANISERS of one of the region's most colourful festivals are encouraging residents to brighten the Surf Coast sky this weekend by flying a kite. The...
October 22, 2020
Helping hospitality venues during COVID
HOSPITALITY venues are encouraging people to be aware of COVID-safe requirements when eating out. On Sunday, October 11, Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews announced hospitality venues...
October 15, 2020
Deakin research provides food for thought
Deakin University and Barwon Health are partnering to research the importance of diet and exercise in treating COVID-19 related depression. The research centres on a...
October 15, 2020
“Boy, where do we start?”: Documentary to show 2020 from children’s perspective
TORQUAY-BASED filmmaker Ellie Cheesman is highlighting the impact a global pandemic and natural disasters have had on younger generations through her documentary Cooked. Young people...
October 15, 2020
Cocktails to die for
A BELLARINE chef’s frightening concoctions will feature in a magazine dedicated to Halloween lovers. Hallozween is the first magazine of its kind in Australia. It...
October 15, 2020
Grants available to Men’s Sheds
MEN'S Sheds across the region are encouraged to apply for grants through the state government's Men's Shed Funding Program. The $870,000 Support for Men's Sheds...
October 15, 2020
Bethany recognises everyday heroes
THE winners of the annual Bethany Superhero Awards Competition have been announced, highlighting the work of local heroes and their importance to children. Bethany Community...
October 15, 2020
Construction completed on social houses in Norlane
THE first of 1,000 new public properties the state government plans to build by late 2022 have been constructed in Norlane. The 26 properties built...
October 15, 2020
$5mill funding to help meet demand
THE Red Cross’s Victorian Football and Netball Clubs Blood Challenge has finished with Bellarine Football Netball League clubs ranking among the highest blood donors...
October 15, 2020
Locals drafted for AFLW
FIVE Geelong Falcons footballers got the call they were hoping for in last week’s AFL Women’s draft. Darcy Moloney, Laura Gardiner, Stephanie Williams, Carly Remmos,...
October 15, 2020
Local organisations share in art grants
THREE Geelong arts organisations are among the major beneficiaries of Creative Victoria's Strategic Investment Fund. The fund aims to protect creative jobs by helping organisations...
October 15, 2020
Food aid grants
THE state government is helping food relief organisations meet the increased demand for their services with its $5 million Community Food Relief Fund. The fund...
October 15, 2020
Geelong receives infrastructure funding boost
THE City of Greater Geelong has been allocated an extra $8.2 million to spend on local infrastructure projects through the federal government's additional investment...
October 8, 2020
Beacon Resort Queenscliff named best in state
BIG4 Beacon Resort Queenscliff has been crowned Victoria's Best Holiday Park at Wotif 2020 Uniquely Aussie Awards. The awards were voted on by the public....
October 8, 2020
New At the Heads tenant signs 21-year lease
THE famed Shandelle McGennisken, Andy Pobjoyrestaurant's future has been emphatically secured as Sea Change Hospitality has penned a 21-year lease to operate from the...
October 8, 2020
Belmont Market set for reopening
BELMONT Market will reopen on Sunday, October 11, with the City of Greater Geelong aiming to gradually reopen more stalls in a COVID-safe manner. Under...
October 8, 2020
BAIFVC launch plan to reduce family violence
BARWON Area Integrated Family Violence Committee (BAIFVC) has launched its 2020-2023 Strategic Plan to try to reverse the climbing family violence rates across the...
October 8, 2020
City aims to improve digital literacy
THE City of Greater Geelong is aiming to help residents stay connected and informed during COVID-19 with its Enhancing Digital Access for the Community...
October 8, 2020
Summer netball returns
AFL BARWON has announced the summer netball season will begin on October 27. The competitions return has been facilitated by Regional Victoria's move to the...
October 8, 2020
Keeping the past alive
TORQUAY Museum Without Walls has received a grant from the state government enabling them to digitise documents from various community groups. Torquay Museum Without Walls...
October 8, 2020
G21 search for new CEO
THE Geelong Region Alliance (G21) is seeking a chief executive officer to take over from incumbent Elaine Carbines at the end of the year. G21...
October 1, 2020
Geelong Community Pantry steps up to help people in need
A GROUP formed to reduce waste has taken on the responsibility of helping those who need it most. Geelong Community Pantry founder Bianca Boehmke is...
October 1, 2020
Pier to Pub and Mountain to Surf go virtual
LORNE Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) has announced the 2021 Powercor Lorne Pier to Pub and Powercor Lorne Mountain to Surf will be held...
October 1, 2020
BPCA announce plans for coming season
THE Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association (BPCA) has announced the 2020/21 season will begin on October 31, barring any unexpected changes with the COVID-19 situation. The...
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