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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Business community embrace genU Big Day Out
MORE than 300 people packed into the AWA Alliance Stadium in Geelong to help break down barriers for people with disability at the genU...
Belmont High to host R U OK Day basketball match
STAFF and students from Belmont High School will take to the court for some friendly competition next month to raise awareness of mental health...
Popular market to return this spring
WARRALILY'S spring market returns to Mirambeena Park in Armstrong Creek next weekend and promises to be a lively hub full of seasonal delights and...
Bis-Sport Breaky raises $14,000 for aspiring athletes
MORE than 300 people packed into the Presidents Room at GMHBA Stadium to help raise more than $14,000 for the Barwon Sports Academy at...
Festival celebrates 30,000th attendee
THE Geelong Small Business Festival has celebrated the 30,000th person to attend the annual business event by presenting them with a special Golden Ticket. Geelong...
Hard-Ons to celebrate 40 years
Australian punk royalty the Hard-Ons will be rolling into town this November to celebrate 40 years of rocking. Fresh from a blockbuster European tour, the...
Terrifying dating tales for comedy fans
AN AWARD-nominated comedy show is on its way to the Geelong Comedy Festival and promises to detail some terrifying tales of dating life. Following sold-out...
Lifeline walk to shine a light on suicide
LIFELINE Geelong and South West Victoria is encouraging the community to walk this September in honour of the nine Australians lost to suicide every...
Community unites at Catwalk4Cancer
GEELONG'S most fashionable fundraiser took centre stage at the Geelong Arts Centre last weekend to raise vital funds for cancer services within the region. Barwon...