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January 3, 2022
Uniform grants getting women’s football into gear
A GRANT which proved fruitful for some of our regions' women's football programs in the past is back again in preparation for the 2022...
January 3, 2022
Lara FNC ready to embrace the bright lights
SPORTS have taken a big next step in the town of Lara following the completion of a $350,000 lighting upgrade at the town's biggest...
January 2, 2022
Thomas earns Jim Wall in front of hometown, Gilling makes it a dynasty
LOCAL surf athlete Sophie Thomas has stormed home to take her first win in front of her home crowd, while Matt Gilling made his...
January 2, 2022
How far can the Swans take their season post-break?
NOT even the South Barwon Cricket Club thought their GCA 1 side would be in the position they are in now as the only...
December 31, 2021
GRLC ditches overdue fines going forward
SAY goodbye to overdue library fines forever now the Geelong Regional Libraries Corporation has abolished its overdue fines system. This announcement comes after a wave...
December 30, 2021
Piano Bar primed for Pier takeover
THE hottest New Year’s Eve ticket in town is back for a third straight year and if early ticket sales are anything to go...
December 28, 2021
Armstrong Creek groups amongst latest grant recipients
AN ARMSTRONG Creek-based community organisation will now be able to purchase new and improved equipment thanks to the 2021-22 City of Greater Geelong Community...
December 25, 2021
School Christmas Trees liven up Geelong CBD
ONE of the final Christmas projects in Geelong’s CBD for 2021 is complete thanks to the contributions of 31 different schools across the region. Primary...
December 24, 2021
Big Christmas brekkie to go down a treat
NOT everybody is able to celebrate Christmas with loved ones or other people, but thanks to a not-for-profit in South Geelong, those alone this...
December 20, 2021
New lighting paves the way forward for Lara United
LARA'S sole soccer club can finally commence full-time club operations thanks to one of the region's latest lighting upgrades. Last Thursday marked a "massive moment"...
December 20, 2021
Grovedale Santa Run ready to spread Christmas Eve cheer
SANTA will again make the trip down to Geelong for the Grovedale Fire Brigade Santa Run on Christmas Eve this year. Santa Claus in partnership...
December 18, 2021
Junior netball growth in Lara earns statewide award
AN INTRODUCTORY netball program based in the heart of Lara has been recognised for its success in bringing new players into the sport at...
December 18, 2021
Fuel break network expansion picking up heat
FUEL breaks will continue to pop up around south-western Victoria as bushfire season is knocking on the door. Planning and consultations are underway for a...
December 17, 2021
Geelong Lutheran robotics secures Nationals spot
A BAND of six Grade 6 students at Geelong Lutheran College is bound for the national stage in robotics after an impressive showing at...
December 15, 2021
Junior Magpies ready to return to The Nest
THE North Geelong Football Club has taken the first steps to restarting its junior program in almost five years. A resurgence in interest has reignited...
December 14, 2021
Vic Open given green light for 13th Beach return
GOLF Australia has confirmed today that the ground-breaking Vic Open will return after a year’s absence to the 13th Beach Golf Links in Barwon...
December 12, 2021
New bike and walking path for Highton
A NEW pedestrian and cycling path is now ready for use in the suburb of Highton, providing just one in a number of open...
December 10, 2021
Kids to take over GMHBA for United’s clash against Roar
WESTERN United is preparing for a 'kids takeover' in Geelong this weekend, when the Green and Black take on Brisbane Roar this Saturday. The club...
December 7, 2021
How to clear your library debt with food donations
THE Geelong Regional Library Corporation (GRLC) is again joining forces with the Geelong Food Relief Centre (GFRC) in a creative scheme that would waive...
December 7, 2021
It’s never too late to learn the signs
LEARNING about suicide and how to prevent one can be very daunting for anyone at any age, but the team at Hope Bereavement is...
December 6, 2021
Landmark deal announced between Geelong soccer clubs
GEELONG Galaxy will have a new home pitch leading into the 2022 season and beyond. The Galaxy will call Hume Reserve, the home field of...
December 6, 2021
Pull up your socks for mental health
SPORTS clubs across the region are being encouraged to pull up their socks as part of Read The Play's Sock It To Mental Illness...
December 6, 2021
Royal Geelong Yacht Club unveiled as Regional Club of the Year
THE Royal Geelong Yacht Club is enjoying some smooth sailing after being named Regional Club of the Year for 2019/20. The award was bestowed to...
December 3, 2021
Trucks big and small raising Bellarine SES profile
A MINIATURE State Emergency Service (SES) truck will be used as an awareness tool by the Bellarine’s SES unit to engage with students and...
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