Geelong pitches in to help those most vulnerable
GIVE Where You Live Foundation's (GWYLF) Pitch Up Geelong event has raised more than $100,000 to support vulnerable members of the local community. More than...
Unforgettable evening promised to aid dementia research
A FIRST-of-its-kind fundraising event promises to be unforgettable while raising money for dementia research. The Forget Me Not Ball will be held at 1915 Restaurant...
Fundraiser to deliver a plus to locals with disability
HUNDREDS of people will gather on Friday, September 27 to raise much needed funds for Kids+ at its annual Grand Final Eve Luncheon. The annual...
Local longboarders ride to success at Aussies
SURFERS from the Surf Coast and Bellarine represented the state with pride at the Australian Surf Championships over the weekend. The Australian Surf Championships brought...
Victorian surfing double-header shines at Bells
TORQUAY Boardriders has gone back-to-back in the Victorian Teams Titles for the first time in six years. The local powerhouse was too strong for its...
Upgrades slated for Goldsworthy Reserve
THE home of Corio Little Athletics Club will be closed for upgrades later this month in anticipation of a busy summer season. Works at Goldsworthy...
ACEnergy to host information sessions for BESS project
RESIDENTS of Little River, Lara and its surrounds are invited to learn more about the proposed Little River Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at...
Kick-off times adjusted for GFL Prelims
MINOR adjustments have been made to the start times of the Geelong Football League (GFL) Preliminary Finals at West Oval this weekend. The football game...
Delayed start to season for Geelong Cricket Ground
GEELONG Cricket Club will be playing matches away from the Geelong Cricket Ground for the first half of the season while issues with the...
Culinary scene opens up for spring
THE local hospitality scene is ready to blast off with many local establishments opening their doors again in time for the warmer weather. Venues across...
People power helps raise $25,000 at charity gala
MORE than 180 people helped to raise more than $25,000 for the Power In You Project (PIYP) at its annual Charity Gala. The event, held...
Spring sun shines for Warralily Market
HUNDREDS of people enjoyed a day out in the sun at the Warralily Spring Market over the weekend. The event at Mirambeena Park featured more...
Community walks for suicide prevention
MORE than 50 members of the Geelong community walked 9km on Tuesday this week to honour the nine lives lost to suicide every day. Lifeline...
Geelong business boosts plastic recycling economy
PLASTIC recycling in Victoria has been given a big boost with the expansion of a major Geelong recycling facility. Multimillion-dollar upgrades to GT Recyling’s base...
Geelong hosts major indoor golf championship
GEELONG played host to the largest indoor golf championship event in the Pacific region last weekend. The 25 finalists from eight teams from as far...
Entries open for Australian SUP Titles
ENTRIES are now open for marathon and technical race paddlers to be part of the Australian Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) Titles this October on...
Who’s gonna win?
THE Bellarine Football League's (BFL) senior coaches have had their say on who will win tomorrow's (Saturday, September 6) Grand Final. The Times News Group...
Watch out for swooping birds
THE Geelong communitys are being encouraged to keep an eye out for swooping birds with breeding season now under way. Many native birds such as...
Views divided on short stay levy
THE Short Stay Levy Bill has been introduced into Victorian Parliament and there has been a mixed response to its potential outcomes. The legislation will...
Cats reach 90,000 members
THE Geelong Cats have broken their membership record again, with 90,000 members on board ahead of the start of the AFL finals and AFLW...
A Grade best and fairest honours shared
NEWCOMB Power defender Jessica Duke and Torquay mid-courter Kiralee Collings have shared in the A grade league best and fairest award this evening (September...
Report highlights another tragic drowning year
A NEW research report from Royal Life Saving Australia has depicted another tragic summer, showing drowning is a more persistent and traumatic issue than...
Barwon Water achieves full switch to renewables
BARWON Water's services are now being delivered by net-zero emissions electricity, a full year ahead of its 2025 target. In a major milestone, the organisation now...
Balmoral Grove turns into creative hub
CRAFTY residents from Grovedale's Calvary Balmoral Grove aged care home have pooled their talents and hosted their first-ever art and craft show. The event on...