Wathaurong expand NAIDOC Week events
THE Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative is ramping up its 2023 NAIDOC Week celebrations by adding a suite of fun events and activations for locals of...
Kardinia Aquatic Centre gets green light for winter season
WINTER swimming will remain at Kardinia Aquatic Centre (KAC) after the City of Greater Geelong Council voted to reinstate funding to keep the pool...
Lake Connewarre showcased in new Australia Post stamp set
THE unique biodiversity of Lake Connewarre is featured as one of three new stamps by Australia Post to celebrate Australia’s environmental sustainability and beauty. In...
Awards showcase business’ achievements
FOLLOWING on from winning the 2022 Geelong Business Excellence Awards (GBEA) Emerging Business of the Year, sponsored by The Gordon, beef processing business Provenir...
Better boating on the way for Avalon ramp users
UPGRADES that will increase capacity and improve functionalities for recreational boaters have begun at Avalon boat ramp. The $1.8 million development works are part of...
Giving Day doubles the love
GEELONG Mums is lauding community members for raising more than $125,000 on its Giving Day. The success of the June 15 fundraiser will assist Geelong...
Celebrating ten years of beer from their Geelong den
LITTLE CREATURES is celebrating ten years of brewing at its Geelong home with a special beer that will be a toast to all the...
Rudd’s ode to nature delivers him major prize
SURF COAST born musician Xavier Rudd has been awarded the $20,000 2023 Environmental Music Prize for his ode-to nature 'Stoney Creek'. The Environmental Music Prize...
SURFING’S VIVID TIME CAPSULE
THE world's longest running surfing publication, Surfing World Magazine, is celebrating sixty years of keeping surf culture alive in their 60th anniversary feature. In its...
Potato Shed to celebrate women of comedy
Get ready for a night of non-stop laughs with some of the country's best female comedians next month at the Potato Shed. Coming in hot...
Geelong Gallery announces finalists for prestigious $10,000 prize
GEELONG artists Glen Smith and Anita Iacovella headline the list of 28 creatives from across Australia to be shortlisted for the 2023 $10,000 Geelong...
Ocean Mind thank volunteers and supporters
SURF therapy not-for-profit Ocean Mind said a huge thank-you to their volunteers and program mentors at their first formal End of Season Volunteers Celebration. Held...
Specialist schools kick goals at AFL All Abilities Gala Day
THE second annual Barwon Region AFL Gala Schools All Abilities Day has gone as a major success and given program facilitators Leisure Networks the...
IPad’s remove barriers to education
NINE non-verbal students at Armstrong Creek Primary School use iPads to communicate and further their learning thanks to the State Schools Relief program. The iPad's...
Lazarus to breathe new life from inaugural luncheon fundraiser
PROCEEDS from the first annual Lunch for Lazarus have “far exceeded expectations” and will provide Lazarus Community Centre staff and their clients with sustainability...
Legacy to host family fun day in Geelong
LEGACY Melbourne is giving Geelong residents the chance to learn more about services available to local veterans at its inaugural Geelong Family Fun Day. The...
Women to shine at ACMI
THE Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) and curator Bethan Johnson are paying tribute to the women of screen as part of Melbourne’s...
Community to farewell facility
THE Greater Geelong community is invited to celebrate and farewell Norlane aquatic and leisure centre 'Waterworld' before it closes its doors for the final...
Doco bellies up to Torquay’s surfing history
A new documentary from Surf Coast local John Teague and Melbourne creative Max Miller unearths the stories and the people that have built Torquay...
Facilities developments to support future sporting growth
AN upgrade to modern and gender-neutral facilities at Shell Reserve will allow Corio Community Sports Club to continue to support future participation in football,...
Wellness hub connects local youth
AN ELIA Wellness Hub at Norlane is helping young people across the region find social and community connection while enjoying fresh and free food. The...
Geelong Golf Club providing opportunities for all
LEISURE Networks is celebrating a long partnership with the Geelong Golf Club who continue to support employment opportunities for people of all-abilities. For the past...
Geelong Mums encourage community to give
GEELONG Mums is setting a $200,000 target for the annual Giving Day which will aim to raise funds for the organisation so they can...
Ammos to shine brighter under new lights
THE Geelong Amateur Football Netball Club will have the capacity to host more night football matches and evening training sessions following the installation of...