About: Kylie Oliver
January 23, 2022
Set a goal to take back control
As we approach the end of January there is every chance that many New Year’s resolutions might already have been broken. The unpredictably caused by...
January 15, 2022
Wellbeing tips to stay safe in summer
While information about the health risks posed by the coronavirus is all around us, there are other things to keep in mind when it...
January 15, 2022
Beer Festival postponed to new date
CELEBRATIONS have been put on ice with this weekend's Great Australian Beer Festival Geelong being postponed due to the evolving COVID-19 situation. Organiser Kieran Blood...
January 15, 2022
Hamper venture inspired by the Otways
Caroline Shelbourne had always seen the general store in Deans Marsh as a treasure trove when it came to buying thoughtful gifts for teachers...
January 10, 2022
Esplanade sale sets new Torquay record
A luxurious architect-designed home with uninterrupted views at 189 The Esplanade has sold for what is believed to be a new price record for...
January 8, 2022
Pouring passion into a family business
Mick Dowling pulls up a chair in his new coastal wine bar and from the moment he starts talking his impressive knowledge and sincere...
January 1, 2022
Sarah builds upon something unique
Sarah Oram spent a decade advising big business on how to grow and improve during her career as a senior strategy manager at one...
December 25, 2021
Nurturing a connection to nature
When Cassie Harrison started taking friends and family members on adventures in nature she could see it was sparking something special in them. In fact,...
December 18, 2021
Door opens to a dream role
Thomas McGuane never set out to clinch a lead role in the Broadway smash hit musical Frozen when it came to Australia. The Geelong-born performer...
December 15, 2021
Community groups boosted by generous grants
A range of local community groups have been given a welcome boost after sharing in $30,000 worth of grants thanks to the Ashbury Community...
December 12, 2021
Bromley Wines rises to the challenge
Celebrations are flowing for local winemaker Darren Burke after taking out the Geelong region award in the Australian Pinot Challenge for his own label,...
December 11, 2021
Excitement brewing for return of beer festival
Geelong Beer Festival founder Kieran Blood has a feeling his upcoming event in the new year will be savoured that little bit more by...
December 5, 2021
Ceremony celebrates Order of Australia recipients
Geelong's Order of Australia recipients have been presented with their medallions in-person at a civic reception for the first time since 2019 due to...
December 4, 2021
Women in Community Life Awards nominations open
Nominations are being sought for the annual Women in Community Life Awards which celebrate women living and working in the City of Greater Geelong. The...
December 4, 2021
Women in Community Life Awards nominations open
Nominations are being sought for the annual Women in Community Life Awards which celebrate women living and working in the City of Greater Geelong. The...
December 4, 2021
Support helps Maia’s family to thrive
Everyday worries such as meeting developmental milestones was not something Geelong parents Tara Duke and Richard Govan had time to think about following the...
December 4, 2021
Creating ripples of change through song
Shan Curry is drawing on her musical talents to be her own boss while giving voice to the pressing issues of mental health and...
December 3, 2021
City recognised for its green credentials
THE City of Greater Geelong is in the running to take top honours at the Keep Victoria Beautiful Sustainable Cities Awards. It is one of...
November 27, 2021
Bowlz of goodness at new coastal spot
Friends Sam Learmonth and Tash Chamberlain had often mused about opening a business together and what that venture might be. Fast forward to today and...
November 20, 2021
Captivated by raw beauty of nature
Photographer Laura Alyce Bell admits there have been times when she has risen at 4am and driven two hours to capture a sunrise, only...
November 13, 2021
Siblings’ surf brand on a mission
A shared passion for surfing was the seed that grew into a flourishing business for brother and sister duo Sarah Quinney and Dan O’Connell. As...
November 11, 2021
Holistic union of old and new
It is almost impossible to believe the coastal marvel in Barwon Heads created by Adam Kane Architects was once referred to as “the dump”...
November 6, 2021
Sun protection in harmony with nature
An entrepreneurial streak shone through early in life for Winki Zinc founder and ocean lover Belinda Sharrock. As a child she remembers pitching ideas to...
November 4, 2021
Nitro Circus makes welcome return to Geelong
The adrenaline-packed and hugely popular Nitro Circus show is set to make a welcome return to Geelong in March next year. It has been three...
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