Victorian coastal and regional rental market on the rise: opportunities for property investors
WITH THE UFINANCIAL TEAM Rental prices along Victoria’s coast and in lifestyle-driven regional areas continue to climb, driven by strong demand from sea-change and tree-change...
Golfing for good at Give Where You Live Foundation golf day
MORE than 130 golfers from close to 40 local businesses will tee off for the community at the sold out 34th e&s Golf Classic...
Rethinking what aged care should look like
WHEN people talk about aged care, the conversation often centres on necessity, support and the practical realities of needing help day to day. Increasingly, people...
Dangerfield addresses Scott training absence
Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield has downplayed any concerns about coach Chris Scott remaining away from Cats training a month out from the AFL season. Scott...
Why Lara won’t field senior men in 2026
Lara Football Netball Club has confirmed its senior and reserves men’s football teams will enter recess for the 2026 season, following ongoing...
Man charged over Eastern Beach death
A man has been charged with murder following the death of a woman at Eastern Beach.
Homicide Squad detectives confirmed the...
Arrest made after body discovered in Geelong
A woman’s body was discovered near the Eastern Beach Pavilion in Geelong this morning, triggering a homicide investigation. Emergency services were called to the popular...
Why Geelong travellers are flocking to this expo
Geelong travellers dreaming of their next big adventure are invited to step into a world of inspiration this weekend as Geelong Travel hosts its...
Victorians urged to act in fire zones
Authorities have urged residents in the Otways to leave now as the Carlisle River fire continues to grow rapidly under extreme weather...
New local footy rules for 2026 season
AFL Barwon will implement four on-field rule changes for the 2026 season, aligning with updates recently announced by the AFL.
The...
Easy everyday wins to keep Geelong beautiful: starting with your bottles, cans and cartons
GEELONG is worth caring for, and Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic) and West Zone operator TOMRA Cleanaway are calling on locals to show...
Geelong’s biggest beer garden opening soon
Geelong West is about to welcome a game-changing addition to its social scene, with the team behind the Queen of the West...
Helicopter salvages cars swept away in torrential flood
A Black Hawk helicopter has been called in to retrieve cars washed out to sea after record flash flooding. Authorities began to recover vehicles at...
RAAF Roulettes to soar over Geelong for Festival of Sails
Geelong’s skies will come alive this weekend as the Royal Australian Air Force Roulettes take flight for their first public display of...
Emergency teams praised after Lorne flood
Emergency services and local community members have been praised for their swift response during Lorne’s sudden flash flood, which saw an unprecedented...
Caravans spotted offshore, up to 12 cars lost to sea
Caravans have been seen floating offshore and up to a dozen vehicles are believed to have been swept out to sea following...
Princess Cruises celebrates 50 years of cruising with Geelong Travel
As Princess Cruises marks 50 years of unforgettable journeys, Geelong Travel is inviting travellers to celebrate in style with exclusive cruise deals on 2026–2028...
Photochromic lenses: are they worth it?
If you’re a glasses wearer like me, the thought of being able to automatically switch from indoor to outdoor glasses is fantastic....
European Christmas cruises with Geelong Travel
For Australians dreaming of a magical white Christmas, European Christmas cruises Australia offer an unforgettable way to celebrate. Viking’s 2026–2028 festive river itineraries combine...
New online scams are targeting australian communities
It seems like it’s always a new golden age for internet scams, and that’s true once again for suburbs across Australia. With...
What the RBA’s rate pause means for you
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has left the cash rate on hold at 3.60 per cent following its December board meeting,...
E-bike safety crackdown call after another teen’s death
A teenage e-bike rider has died after a collision with a four-wheel-drive. Detectives from Victoria Police's major collision unit are investigating the crash at Diamond...
The Bellarine Peninsula’s elderly residents are extraordinary
ARCARE believes every Australian elder is extraordinary. That's why for over 40 years, Arcare has been creating extraordinary places, featuring stunning architecturally designed living...
‘Top-heavy’ public service to take $4 billion haircut
More than 1000 public servant jobs will be slashed as one state tries to rein in its ballooning wage bill and debt. Premier Jacinta Allan...