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Local pair win Rip Curl Pro Trials

THE ultimate dream has come true for a Jan Juc pair who will surf against the world’s best at this year’s 2025 Rip Curl...

Smith facing AFL sanction after flipping off fan

Geelong's Bailey Smith is likely to face a fine for misconduct over his double-fingered salute to an Adelaide fan during the Gather Round opener. Geelong...

The Whitlams join Melbourne Symphony Orchestra for Hamer Hall show

Beloved Aussie band The Whitlams will join forces with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) for a one-night-only symphonic performance at Hamer...

What Local Search Means for Regional Business Owners in 2025

• Local search in 2025 is driven by mobile, voice, and “near me” behaviour, and regional businesses need to...

WATCH: Propped at the bar – inside Newtown’s new Woolstore with Cam Hamilton

Gareth Kent from Preston Rowe Paterson and Michael De Stefano from Gartland sit down with Cameron Hamilton from the Hamilton Group in the latest...

Going electric on the Surf Coast

THE Surf Coast community has the opportunity to explore smarter, healthier and more affordable ways to get around at the inaugural EV and e-Bike...

No back-to-back mortgage relief as RBA holds rates

The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept interest rates on hold, denying borrowers back-to-back mortgage relief. As widely expected by economists, the RBA's new monetary...

Taxpayers promised extra relief in pre-election budget

Taxpayers will get two extra rounds of relief in a pre-election sweetener, as Jim Chalmers lays out the economic case for a second term...

Travel tech accessories to stay connected and powered

Travel plans often depend on a fully charged device and the right travel tech accessories. From boarding...

Liberals, Labor pledge towards Grovedale netball courts

BOTH major parties have made a play for the sporting vote in Corangamite ahead of the federal election, each announcing close to a million...

Stockland Open Doors Sale to help more Victorians enter the housing market

Stockland’s Open Doors Sale is now underway in Victoria, offering first homebuyers the chance to save up to $40,000 in purchase rebates...

Bike track plans released

BMX riders will be jumping for joy as upgrades to a local track move one step closer to becoming a reality. Waurn Ponds Dirt Jumps...

Cyclone forces AFL to postpone Queensland season-opener

The AFL has postponed two season-opening fixtures in Queensland as golf and other sports scrap events amid cyclone warnings. The AFL season was scheduled to...

AFL looks to go ahead with Thursday’s season opener

The AFL plans to go ahead with Thursday's season opener in Brisbane, while keeping a close eye on Cyclone Alfred. AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon...

Inaugural car show shines in Belmont

AN inaugural charity fundraiser in Geelong has raised crucial fundraising for families fighting cancer, thanks to a local car enthusiast group. Hundreds of vintage and...

Should I study a graduate diploma of psychology online or in person?

Are you considering studying a graduate diploma of psychology but don’t know whether to study online or in person? Deciding the best...

How Silver Service makes premium travel stress-free

Planning a trip can feel like juggling too many details. From getting across the city for a meeting to organising transport for...

AFL Barwon region general manager Edward Wilson steps down

AFL BARWON region general manager Edward Wilson has stepped down and will finish in the role on March 26. Wilson, who was appointed to the...

Push to resume Australia Day celebrations fails

AN ATTEMPT to reinstate Australia Day celebrations in the Surf Coast Shire on January 26 each year has been stymied, with councillors to instead...

Regional house prices rise as capital city values fall

As growth in housing prices slowed in the capital cities, towns in regional Western Australia and Queensland have skyrocketed in value. Property values rose one...

Troy Selwood farewelled at GMHBA Stadium in emotional tribute

Troy Selwood's brothers all fought back tears as they paid tribute to a man whose identical twin Adam described as a "built-in best mate". Former...

Food Factory Sales celebrates three years

FOOD Factory Sales has been serving the Geelong community for three years, with food and household products at discount prices. Since opening its doors in...

Festival of sport gets people hands-on

KARDINIA Park will offer a variety of activities as the Festival of Sport returns to the region for the March long weekend. Taking place on...

New Port Phillip Ferries membership to streamline travel

PORT Phillip Ferries are launching a new PortPlus Membership, streamlining the travel experience for frequent ferry commuters. The new edition is designed to make booking...