Putting people first, where it matters most
AS the aged care industry continues to adapt to the Support at Home program, it is more important than ever to recognise not only...
Bulk food ideas for healthy eating
MAINTAINING a healthy, balanced diet is important at every stage of life, yet it can become increasingly challenging as we age. While supermarkets offer convenient...
Did someone say pizza and Prosecco?
ON a warm evening at The Vue Community Aged Care, the smell of woodfire drifts through the courtyard as laughter carries across the space. Grandchildren...
When pay stops, spending feels different
WHILE people are working, spending generally feels easy. Salaries arrive regularly. Business income flows in. Bonuses appear from time to time. Life moves along....
Communication: the human connection
MOST of us have sat in a public space and done some people-watching: people waiting for coffee, waiting for a train, waiting in line...
Shaping tradespeople from the ground up
CARPENTRY teachers at The Gordon bring real-world experience, passion and pride into every classroom and workshop. None more so than Steve O'Keeffe, who was recently...
Trail curious? Surf Coast marathon adds beginner-friendly option
THE organisers of one of the Surf Coast's best-known trail events are trying to draw more locals off the pavement and onto the region's...
El NiƱo is coming – and we must act now
GARETH KENT Director, Preston Rowe Paterson Geelong The business world has grown quiet. Many are worried. The latter half of 2026 is shaping up to be...
Amplifying a ‘hidden’ regional strength
THERE are moments in business where the numbers tell one story, but the community tells another. Right now, across Geelong, the numbers are tough. Rising...
Five things to do at the Ballarat Heritage Festival
EVERY year Ballarat comes alive for the Ballarat Heritage Festival. A celebration of the city's history, community and architecture, the 21-24 May festival is renowned...
Armstrong Creek locals urged to book skin checks as the season shifts
LIVING close to the Surf Coast has its perks, but it also means a lot of time outdoors. For many Australians, that comes with...
TLC Medical Centres welcomes Dr Akin Magbagbeola
LIVING in the Geelong and Surf Coast region offers an enviable lifestyle, but maintaining health in such an active environment requires a proactive approach. As...
Two injured in alleged deliberate hit-and-run
A suspected deliberate hit-and-run has left two pedestrians injured in central Geelong. Detectives from the Geelong Crime Investigation Unit allege a green Audi drove into...
Man charged after pedestrians struck in Geelong
A Thomson man has been charged after two pedestrians were allegedly struck by a car in Geelong on Sunday morning. Victoria Police said detectives from...
Trusted electricians supporting homes and businesses across Geelong
Surfcoast Electrics has built a reputation for reliable electrical work across Geelong, the Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast over nearly three decades. Based in...
Big hits and big wins for Surf Coast fighters
MATT WILLIAMS Owner, Bones MMA Surf Coast fighters have delivered a strong showing on the national stage, with local athletes standing out at the largest Muay...
Slower quarter signals shift in 3228 market conditions
OLIVIA SWANN Senior sales consultant, Natural Real Estate The first quarter of 2026 has seen the 3228 property market transition into a more measured and cautious environment,...
Elevated living, designed in Belmont
LIVINGETC believes great design should feel as good as it looks. Its approach centres on creating spaces that are both elevated and effortlessly liveable. Through...
A smarter approach to space
MESH Design Studio believes good design isn't about adding more. It's about making space work better. Founded on the Bellarine Peninsula, MESH is an interior...
Stop visiting, start living
THERE'S a reason people who visit Portarlington start wondering how to stay. The light feels brighter here. The pace feels more relaxing. And life,...
Is the flu vaccine the same every year?
THE flu, otherwise known as influenza, is not just a "bad cold". It is a highly contagious virus that can lead to serious complications,...
Top cruise agent Stuart Coffield hosts travel showcase
ONE of Australia's top luxury cruise specialists is opening the door for Geelong travellers, with Belmont agent Stuart Coffield hosting a special information evening...
Surf Coast Trek: more than just a walk
THE 2026 Surf Coast Trek, a 37km walk from Aireys Inlet or 23km from Anglesea to Torquay, raises funds that make a difference locally...
Celebrating excellence: The Gordon honours outstanding students
THE Gordon's talented and inspiring students, apprentices and trainees were celebrated at the 2026 Gordon Excellence Awards last week. Held at Geelong Arts Centre, the...