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Labor declares victory, tipped to hold four Geelong region seats

A VICTORIOUS Premier Daniel Andrews has told the supporters the Victorian election was a resounding vote for strong, stable majority Labor government. "Reforming giant and...

Polls close in Victorian election

POLLS have closed in Victoria, with counting of ballots under way, in what is tipped to be a slow night of counting. Before voting closed,...

Polls open for Victorian election

VICTORIANS are now heading to the polls to determine the direction of the state for the next four years after a hard-fought election campaign. Polls...

Specsavers eyeing Torquay launch

IT'S not your eyes playing tricks on you: Specsavers is about to open its doors in Torquay. The well-known eyecare franchise will set up in...

Book review with Torquay Books

Minds Went Walking: Paul Kelly's Songs Reimagined Jock Serong, Mark Smith, Neil A. White With contributions by Robbie Arnott, Alice Bishop, Zoe Bradley, Jake Cashion, Sam...

GLT digital edition, 25 November

MGH digital edition, 25 November

City’s 2030 nature plan

THE City of Greater Geelong (CoGG) is preparing a 2030 plan to restore, protect and manage the region's natural assets and enhance wild species...

Decades of public service recognised with state honour

NEWTOWN'S Ross Synot hopes his recent state honour of receiving a 2022 Senior Achiever Award encourages others in the community to nominate people who...

Secondary students learn to care for coast

OBERON High students are emerging as the next generation of coastal conservators through a caring for Country program that's helping them understand the importance...

Premier promises rent free new home for The Outpost Inc.

LOCAL five-year-old Charlotte O'Brien's fundraising drive for homeless support service The Outpost Inc. is attracting some big name support as she reaches the home...

GLT digital edition, 18 November

MGH digital edition, 18 November

The simple big-ticket game changers that can transform Geelong

BY GARETH KENT Director, Preston Rowe Paterson Geelong With a mind to the coming state election, what can the Geelong, Lara, Bellarine and Surf Coast regions...

Interest rates are on the rise

Interest rates are on the rise and many homeowners are anxiously expecting further rate hikes to be announced from the Reserve Bank of Australia...

Share the joy of giving

CHRISTMAS is a time for joy and celebration, but for many in our community, it can be a difficult time. This festive season, we...

One-of-a-kind designs and quality pieces

Black Salt Co is a coastal luxe homewares, furniture and lifestyle brand based on the Surf Coast in Torquay. We are a local family-owned business...

Volunteer directors keep Community Bank on track

WHAT do a newsagency owner, agricultural machine supplier, retired accountant, wool grower, real estate agent, civil contractor, retired barrister, marketing and business sdvisor, surf...

Major beach volleyball event set for Surf Coast debut

THE Surf Coast's status as a destination for elite international sporting events has been bolstered, with The Great Ocean Road Beach Volleyfest preparing to...

Dentists at the top of their game

Smile Care Denture Clinic is Geelong's longest running and family-owned denture clinic, established by Neil Boyd in 1984, with his son Kurt, starting alongside...

Civic Precinct on national stage for pioneering safety measures

An innovative approach to workplace safety during construction of Geelong's new council offices has earned its builder a state award and consideration for a...

A home of the highest standards

Over the past 50 years, Dennehy Builders have gained an enviable reputation for high-quality, affordable homes. The Torquay-based team strive to make the construction process...

It’s never too late to start your nursing career

HEADING back to study after a long hiatus can be a daunting thought. Still, with passion and persistence, a growing number of career changers are...

Kustom Timber to open new showroom in Geelong

When it comes to flooring, Kustom Timber's engineered timber – which is crafted from premium solid European oak and possesses a stable, multi-layer plywood...