David Schwarz to headline gala fundraiser
FORMER AFL footballer and recovered gambling addict David Schwarz will headline The Power in You Project's annual fundraising gala event in Geelong. The August 31...
Fishing forum to hook into Geelong
THE Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) will for a fourth consecutive year be bringing an informative fishing forum to Geelong. The free session on July 30...
Local lifesavers win at Australian IRB Championships
SURF Coast and Bellarine lifesavers helped bring multiple wins home for Victoria at the Sharkskin Australian and Interstate Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) Championships. Strong performances...
Patagonia develop end-of-life wetsuit solution
ENVIRONMENTAL surf gear leader Patagonia has co-developed a groundbreaking circular solution for wetsuits. Alongside sustainability experts Bolder Industries, Patagonia is turning its end-of-life Yulex wetsuits...
Peake, Attard make Vic Country squad
TWO Geelong cricketers will line up for Victoria Country as part of the U/19 male emerging players squad at the National Championships in December. Left-handed...
Powerful pedal program to expand
A LOCAL not-for-profit support service provider is powering on with one of its popular bike riding programs. Leisure Networks will expand its Power 2 Pedal...
Fashion fundraising event to return
Hundreds of members of the local community will come together next month for one of Geelong's favourite charity fashion shows. Barwon Health Foundation's CatWalk4Cancer event...
Hells Djarrak is back in 2024
ONE of VICTORIA'S most prestigious surfing trophies will be hoisted high into the air by the winners of Torquay Boardriders' annual Hells Djarrak multi-club...
GAWS put freeze on to promote adoptions
GEELONG Animal Welfare Society is hoping to spread some extra pet love this winter through its Winter Fee Freeze campaign. The local animal shelter has...
Local stars feature in Vic Country squad
SIX Geelong Falcons players feature in a strong Under 18s Victoria Country team competing at the AFL U18 Girls National Championships. Stella Huxtable (Torquay), Mekah...
Mayor to advance future business opportunities with South Korea
GEELONG mayor Trent Sullivan will visit Changwon in South Korea to help build relationships and advance future business opportunities. His visit will help encourage investment...
Kelly gets a kick from award
A LARA Football Netball Club volunteer is the latest to be commended statewide for his commitment to being the backbone of his sporting club. Mark...
Foundation grants to give helping hand
GIVE Where You Live Foundation (GWYLF) will provide $215,000 to 13 local organisations supporting emergency relief across the Geelong region. Geelong Food Relief Centre, The...
Finalists announced for Geelong Contemporary Art Prize.
GEELONG Gallery has shortlisted 31 artists from across Australia for its 2024 Geelong Contemporary Art Prize. The gallery's judging panel selected finalists for the $30,000...
Richardson ready to roar with Kelpies
GEELONG'S Riley Richardson will line up in the Australian Kelpies men's netball team for a third consecutive time later this year. The versatile mid-courter is...
Wathaurong committed to Narana purchase
THE Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative will take on the management of the Narana Cultural Centre, bringing it back into the Aboriginal community's hands. The co-op is...
Mockett to bring music history to life
Revered Geelong historian Colin Mockett will be bringing a captivating musical show detailing the rise of "the fifth Beatle" to the Potato Shed this...
Slater to tackle 60km for men’s mental health
A CURLEWIS local is hoping to shine a light on men's health by setting out on his biggest physical challenge yet. Dylan Slater will be...
Girls solving problems with STEM
MORE than 50 local primary and secondary students have become the latest to participate in Deakin University's Girls as Leaders in STEM (GALS) program. The...
Lucie’s drawing of hope wins the day
A GEELONG teenager will have her special ocean-inspired drawing featured on a new range of merchandise for not-for-profit therapeutic surf charity Ocean Mind. 16-year-old Ocean...
Community dig deep for critical care patients
HUNDREDS of individuals, local businesses and sporting groups rallied together to fundraise for Barwon Health's critical care departments during its Critical Care Appeal. Last weekend's...
Costelloe and co to chase fourth Dry July crown
GEELONG personality Rory Costelloe will again go dry this July and try help lead the Barwon Health Foundation's Billy's Frothy Fund team to its...
Cats honour new Hall of Fame inductees
THE Geelong Cats honoured a new group of top contributors both on and off the field at its Hall of Fame Dinner on the...
Narana shuts its doors in preparation for handover to Wathaurong
THE owners of Narana have closed its doors to the public after 28 years in preparation for handover to the Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative. In a...