From hosting radio shows to officiating at weddings
MORE than 10 years after stepping into the classroom, K Rock's Jess Qazi has returned to the books, forging a career path in the...
Graduate celebrated for love of learning
MORE than four hundred Federation University Australia students celebrated their graduation last week including university medallist Kara Sewart. Ms Sewart was recognised for embracing the...
Printmaker wins People’s Choice
A LOCAL linocut has won the public vote in this year's Sunshine Coast National Art Prize. Printmaker, Amanda Western, was one of 40 finalists whose...
Floral artist flowers first solo show
BOTANICAL artist Catherine Freemantle hopes to evoke profound memories for attendees of her new exhibition on show at the Old Butchers Shop Gallery. "The aim...
Fashion fundraiser shines in 25th year
MORE than $16,500 has been raised for the Kensekka community in Uganda at St Joseph's College Geelong's 25th annual Parent Network Fashion Dinner. The fashion...
New name, new season for Barwon women’s cricket
FEMALE cricket will begin a new chapter in the Barwon region with the 2024/25 Geelong Women's Cricket League (GWCL) season commencing this afternoon. Formerly named...
Geelong marks a century of netball
PAST players, coaches, umpires and members of the Geelong Central Netball Association (GCNA) gathered on Sunday as they celebrated 100 years of netball in...
AFL Barwon announce Community Award winners and namesakes
AFL BARWON recognised the region’s football and netball leaders at a Community Awards event held tonight (Friday, October 18). The event at Geelong Library and...
Be bold, be heard: A year of empowerment
AN INNOVATIVE school program designed to foster confidence in Geelong's young women and encourage them to speak up at school and within their community...
Fearless women short film extravaganza
THE amazing feats of female adventurers from different cultures and sports around the world will be presented at the Women's Adventure Film Tour 2024...
Forum sparks open conversation on women’s health
CORANGAMITE federal member Libby Coker brought together a group of passionate healthcare professionals last month for a discussion about the key health issues now...
Branding masterclass to help business
AN intensive workshop designed to help business owners clarify their brand, build a bold identity, and execute it fearlessly will take place at the...
Creative awarded for VR work
A VISUAL artist working within the realm of virtual and augmented reality has won big in this year's QLD XR Festival late last month. Stefanie...
Local artist profile: Rhayven Jane
THIS week we chat with eclectic artist Rhayven Jane, whose cross-discipline practice includes drawing, painting, mixed media, collage, photography and digital illustration. What motivated you...
Wiggly good ambassador supports wildlife park
THE Big Red Car is rolling into the Ballarat Wildlife Park with Blue Wiggle, Lucia Field named the organisation's new conservation ambassador. The appointment is...
Falcons appoint Heffernan as Girls’ coach for 2025
AN INVALUABLE member of the Geelong Falcons program will be taking on a lead role on and off the field in 2025. Tash Heffernan has...
Pentland Masters finish off the year in style
WHILE some of the Pentland teams have still got a couple of competitions to go, the Masters have completed their competition season. They made the...
A century of stories and memories
NEXT week marks a major milestone for Geelong local Holly Carew as she celebrates her 100th birthday. Netball has been the centre of her life...
Surfing champion Pauline Menczer to discuss her memoir
WORLD surfing champion Pauline Menczer will drop into Torquay Books next week to talk about her inspiring memoir Surf Like a Woman. The 1993 women's...
Local duo take part in Netball Victoria First Nations Tournament
A PAIR of up-and-coming local netball stars have participated in a first of its kind state competition, with their eyes firmly set on making...