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October 31, 2024
Get in the festive spirit at Warralily
THE festive spirit will be in the air on Saturday (November 2) when Warralily host its Pre-Christmas season market. The event at Mirambeena Park will...
October 30, 2024
Local students to benefit from new phonics program
A NEW mandatory phonics course will be rolled out in local classrooms to ensure Victoria's students remain the best performers in the country. Phonics Plus...
October 30, 2024
Unforgettable fundraiser delivers huge boost to dementia research
HUNDREDS of people indulged in glitz and glamour to help raise more than $64,000 for dementia research at the inaugural Forget Me Not Ball...
October 28, 2024
Local clubs encouraged to make money sustainably
LOCAL football clubs will be supported to raise funds and become more sustainable thanks to a new partnership between AFL Victoria and Victoria's Container...
October 27, 2024
Shine Blue for SIDS
AUSTRALIA's leading SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) charity River's Gift is encouraging schools, business and the community to "Shine Blue" on November 7. The River's...
October 27, 2024
National grant to broaden scope of Victorian Indigenous Surfing Program
SURFING Victoria will broaden the scope of its Victorian Indigenous Surfing Programs thanks to funding support from the Australian Sports Commission. The Australian Sports Commission...
October 27, 2024
Mavs achieve restaurant awards three-peat
GEELONG's Mavs Greek Restaurant has won its third consecutive state gong at the prestigious Restaurant & Catering Australia (R&CA) Hostplus Awards for Excellence. Owners Julia...
October 26, 2024
Students showcased in National Water Week competition
THE creative talents of local primary school students have been showcased as part of a special National Water Week initiative from Barwon Water. More than...
October 26, 2024
Geelong bartenders to compete in national cocktail competition
TWO of Geelong's best bartenders are ready to mix up a storm at the prestigious 'Enter the Dragon 3' Australian cocktail competition this weekend. Gorge...
October 25, 2024
Geelong grab Smith from Bulldogs
THE Geelong Cats finally got their man, with Western Bulldogs young gun Bailey Smith to don the hoops in 2025 and beyond. A deal was...
October 25, 2024
Top Geelong drops toasted
HUNDREDS of local wine-lovers charged their glasses and enjoyed the festivities at the 21st annual Toast to the Coast event last weekend. The cultural extravaganza...
October 21, 2024
More water to flow under bridge for caretakers cottage
BARWON Water is celebrating the 150-year anniversary of its service basins at Lovely Banks by restoring the on-site basin keeper cottage. The exterior of the...
October 20, 2024
Fashion fundraiser shines in 25th year
MORE than $16,500 has been raised for the Kensekka community in Uganda at St Joseph's College Geelong's 25th annual Parent Network Fashion Dinner. The fashion...
October 18, 2024
AFL Barwon announce Community Award winners and namesakes
AFL BARWON recognised the region’s football and netball leaders at a Community Awards event held tonight (Friday, October 18). The event at Geelong Library and...
October 18, 2024
Expo helps to provide workers for peak season
HUNDREDS of people enjoyed exploring a range of employment opportunities at the Gordon's Tourism and Hospitality Expo. The free-to attend event aimed to address workforce...
October 18, 2024
Tradies drop tools for surfboards at URBNSURF
LOCAL duo Ethan Huxtable and Callan Cross reigned supreme in their respective surfing divisions at the 2024 WorkSafe Tradies Challenge. Huxtable (Jan Juc) was victorious...
October 17, 2024
Gurus Stoneage Romeos glory
Australian rock legends Hoodoo Gurus will be dropping into Geelong next year to celebrate the 40th anniversary of its hugely successful Stoneage Romeos album. The...
October 17, 2024
Top wines to flow at Toast to the Coast
HUNDREDS of people will whet their palates with the best cool climate wines our region has to offer at Saturday's (October 19) Toast to...
October 17, 2024
Sunrise yoga brings serenity on World Mental Health Day
MORE than 250 people stepped onto the grass at GMHBA Stadium for a sunrise yoga session last week to celebrate World Mental Health Day. Led...
October 15, 2024
Stage two of Barwon Heads Road Upgrade given green light
SAFER and more reliable travel is on the way for local drivers, cyclists and walkers with the green light given to stage two of...
October 13, 2024
Falcons appoint Heffernan as Girls’ coach for 2025
AN INVALUABLE member of the Geelong Falcons program will be taking on a lead role on and off the field in 2025. Tash Heffernan has...
October 11, 2024
13th and Jan Juc secure National Final honours
LOCAL boardriding clubs 13th Beach and Jan Juc have qualified for the Australian Boardriders Battle National Final after strong performances in the state qualifying...
October 11, 2024
Kellett’s put pedal to the medal
A TORQUAY couple have landed on the podium again at the WEMBO World Solo 24 Hour Mountain Bike Championships. Kate Kellett and her husband Brett...
October 11, 2024
Holmes wins first Carji Greeves Medal
GEELONG Cats utility Max Holmes has claimed his first Carji Greeves Medal, the club's top individual honour. Holmes polled 164 votes at the ceremony on...
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