January 5, 2025
From the desk of Roland Rocchiccioli
THERE is consensus of confusion. Do we need to know someone’s personal pronouns? Surely, their name is enough. If they elect to be called...
January 3, 2025
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January 3, 2025
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January 2, 2025
Vote for the coast
ON a Saturday morning back in March, over a thousand Surf Coast residents paddled out as a group at Torquay's Cosy Corner. It was...
January 2, 2025
Surf Coast retirement living at Stockland’s Halcyon Horizon
VICTORIANS over fifty-five are increasingly seeking to unlock the capital in their homes and invest it in an upgraded quality of life as they...
December 26, 2024
Creating memories at Geelong Beer Festival
GET ready to crank up the party vibes and celebrate like never before as the Geelong Beer Festival returns, this year turning the heat...
December 26, 2024
Nightjar Festival looks to the future
FROM humble beginnings as a stage on the back of a trailer to something extraordinary, Nightjar is returning to the Surf Coast for its...
December 22, 2024
From the desk of Roland Rocchiccioli
SACRED Christmas music has played an important part in my life. I was about ten when first I encountered Adestes Fideles — sung in...
December 15, 2024
From the desk of Roland Rocchiccioli
SACRED Christmas music has played an important part in my life. I was about ten when first I encountered Adestes Fideles — sung in...
December 10, 2024
RBA leaves interest rates untouched, as expected
Hopes of end-of-year rates relief have been dashed as the Reserve Bank of Australia stays on hold and the board warns underlying inflation remains...
December 5, 2024
Explore the coasts of France and Italy
GEELONG Travel is offering the chance to explore the golden coasts of France and Italy in 2026 aboard the superyacht Emerald Sakara. Travellers will be...
December 5, 2024
Last weekend of the Mica Grange Open Garden Sculpture Exhibition
SPRING is in the air. The flowers are blooming, the sun is shining and the scent of roses is everywhere. Yes, it is time to...
November 29, 2024
Challenge Cup a hit ahead of Christmas
BANNOCKBURN and District Chamber of Commerce held its annual Christmas function, the Bowls Challenge Cup, last week. Hosted by the Bannockburn Bowls Club, the event...
November 28, 2024
Nightjar Festival drops lineup
THE Nightjar Festival will bring Torquay to life this summer as it returns to the Surf Coast with musicians, artisan stalls, children's entertainment and...
November 21, 2024
Modern and comfortable homes at Lions Village Torquay
Lions Village Torquay is ready to welcome over 55s to the boutique retirement village, with several units available there's never been a better time...
November 14, 2024
2025 AFL fixture unveiled
Hawthorn have been rewarded for their stunning surge to the AFL finals this year with a suite of prime time...
November 13, 2024
Lush Lawns for Life’s Best Moments
WHETHER it's backyard cricket, a family barbecue, or an impromptu soccer match, the best moments are often shared on a lush, green lawn. However, as...
November 8, 2024
What does colour mean to you?
At Livingetc, colour is not just visually appealing but a powerful way to infuse emotion into a living space. It's a way to personalise the...
November 7, 2024
Catch Lucky and RV on tour!
LUCKY Starr and Rodney Vincent are Australian music industry stalwarts. Age has not wearied them, or as Vincent says, "We're not here for a long...
November 7, 2024
A show of life and legacy
THE impact of a defining local Indigenous artist on First Nations creativity is on show for all to see at the Art Gallery of...
November 7, 2024
Ballarat’s Big Thrift Market: A fresh take on second-hand and vintage finds…
BALLARAT'S first-ever Big Thrift Market is shaping up to be an exciting event, celebrating second-hand clothing, vintage treasures, and local talent. Taking place from 2pm...
October 31, 2024
CresFest announces line-up for 2025, takes home another award!
Following a now established tradition of turning the event over to dancing in the streets, CresFest 2025 will bring Ghanaian drummers and dancers to...
October 22, 2024
$15 million relief fund announced for regional news publishers
THE Federal Government has announced a $15 million relief fund to support regional and community news organisations after extensive lobbying from Country Press Australia...
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