McHappy Day fundraising kicks off in Geelong
THE Greater Geelong community is being encouraged to dig deep this month to help support seriously ill children and their families in the lead...
Leisure Networks elect new CEO
DISABILITY and support organisation Leisure Networks has appointed experienced healthcare senior leadership executive David Meade as their new chief executive officer. Mr Meade brings more...
Coaches to replace trains on Geelong Line
COACHES will replace all trains on the Geelong Line for part of the journey for the next fortnight due to works being conducted on...
Geelong make list management changes
THE Geelong Cats has finalised its list management changes in preparations for the coming National Draft and 2024 season. The AFL club has informed 2021...
Lorne chef wins big for humble bowls club
A LORNE chef has achieved her biggest feat to date, taking out the Chef of the Year award at the prestigious Good Food Guide...
Giving Tree Appeal to spread Christmas cheer
CHEER GEELONG is among a number of local businesses getting behind this year's Geelong Giving Tree Appeal. Launching tomorrow, November 11, the annual Meli and...
Local duo smash mental health fundraising goal
A GEELONG mother-daughter duo has helped to raise more than $15,000 for the Black Dog Institute during October's One Foot Forward campaign. Janina Lear and...
Community creativity celebrated at Warralily Market
THE Warralily Market dazzled over the weekend, with thousands of locals helping to celebrate community and creativity. Saturday's event at Mirambeena Park provided the community...
School Christmas Tree extravaganza to return
GEELONG's Johnstone Park will be lit up this festive season with special Christmas trees designed by students from 30 different local schools. The popular annual...
Youth voices amplified at headspace event
HEADSPACE Geelong and Corio helped to amplify the voices of young people seeking mental health support by hosting a Q&A panel event last week. The...
Shining blue for River’s Gift
AUSTRALIA’s leading Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) research funding charity, River’s Gift is encouraging schools, businesses and the community to Shine Blue to mark...
Playing times released for QMF
THE organisers of the Queenscliff Music Festival have gone live with the playing times for their 25th anniversary music and arts extravaganza. The annual festival...
Experienced researcher elected to Deakin vice-chancellor role
DEAKIN UNIVERSITY has formally appointed highly regarded internal professor Matthew Clarke as their new deputy vice-chancellor research and innovation. Professor Matthew Clarke has over two...
Locals rise and shine at Geelong Mums breakfast
GEELONG'S corporate sector has turned out in force to support Geelong Mums at the organisation's Rise and Shine Business Breakfast. Last Friday's event in the...
Forum discusses female recruitment to supply chain
DEAKIN University has helped to facilitate an industry forum to encourage local businesses to boost female participation in the supply chain workforce. The Supply Chain...
Blagojevic commits for 2024
STAR big man George Blagojevic is the third player to commit to chasing a championship with Geelong United in 2024 NBL1 season. Blagojevic joins captain...
Tradies Challenge rides URBNSURF waves
AUSTRALIA'S best surfing tradies put their tools down at the weekend for the WorkSafe Tradies Challenge at URBNSURF. Sunday's competition saw more than 50 competitors...
Surf Coast CWA deliver boost to Geelong Mums
THE Surf Coast Country Women's Association (CWA) has provided a huge boost to Geelong Mums by donating 10 highchairs. The donation will allow Geelong Mums...
Doctor braves the shave for kids
LAKE IMAGING is encouraging the local community to throw their support behind one of their own radiologists who will be shaving his head to...
Mirambeena Park to come to life for Warralily Market
THOUSANDS of locals are slated to get into the festive spirit this weekend at Mirambeena Park for the November edition of the Warralily Market. Saturday's...
Owusu wins Best Musician crown at Music Victoria Awards
TORQUAY musician Immy Owusu has achieved his biggest professional feat to date and been crowned Music Victoria’s 2023 Best Musician. The African music and psych...
Barwon Club vying for state honours
THE Barwon Club Hotel has been lauded for its music and venue excellence, named as a finalist in this year’s Music Victoria Awards. The Moorabool...
$174,900 in grants to enrich and connect Geelong region
MORE than 60 community groups, clubs, organisations and neighbourhood houses are celebrating the spoils of receiving a share of $174,900 in grants. The latest City...
Better boating just in time for summer
UPGRADES are now complete at the popular Avalon boat ramp, allowing boaters to hit the water just in time for the warmer summer months. The...