May 14, 2025
Running festival to return for 20th year
THOUSDANDS of runners will hit the Surf Coast next weekend as the Great Ocean Road Running Festival returns to the region. Held on May 17...
May 13, 2025
Early, severe flu season prompts vaccination encouragement
ALMOST three million Australians living with asthma are being encouraged to get the flu vaccine now and not delay ahead of a predicted early...
May 12, 2025
Pet food donation relief
THANKS to the generosity of the community, a local Geelong charity has donated 250kg of pet food to Uniting Emergency Relief. Don't Forget My Pet...
May 11, 2025
Experience a taste of this year’s Surf Coast Arts Trail
ARTISTS participating in this year's Surf Coat Arts Trail will have their works showcased next weekend with a preview of the event.On the Trail:...
May 11, 2025
Chic decor, quality service pops in
Portarlington's newest gem is pouring out wine and quality time as two local residents open the doors on their passion project. With shared backgrounds in...
May 8, 2025
APCO Foundation donates more than $100,000
IN JUST four months, the APCO Foundation has donated more than $100,000 to communities across the state. Between December 2024 and March 2025, the foundation...
May 7, 2025
Cystic fibrosis treatment advances
AS the cystic fibrosis (CF) community enters its awareness month, it is also celebrating a major treatment milestone. About 4,000 Australians suffer from the disease,...
May 7, 2025
Event celebrates a century of Ford
THE City of Greater Geelong has announced it will host a special free event to celebrate Ford Australia's centenary. The US-founded marque started its Australian...
May 4, 2025
Young passion takes to the stage
TORQUAY local Maddie Swan will bring the stage to life later this month with an electrifying performance in Geelong Lyric Theatre Society's coming production...
April 30, 2025
genU CEO steps down
GEELONG disability and community support provider genU announced today (Wednesday, April 30) that chief executive officer Clare Amies would step down from her role. The...
April 29, 2025
Announces extra regional shows
AUSSIE musician and ARIA Award winner Conrad Sewell is making his way around the country for the 10th anniversary acoustic tour of his 2014...
April 27, 2025
Red Shield Appeal enters 61st year
THE Salvation Army has kicked off its 61st annual Red Shield Appeal across Australia. Taking place from April through to June, the annual event hopes...
April 25, 2025
Torquay Business Awards launch into 2025
THE Torquay Business Awards are gearing up for 2025 with the official launch of the event to take place on May 1. Now in its...
April 25, 2025
Local veteran reflects on WWII
WORLD War II veteran and Anglesea resident Jack Turner will be honoured today (Friday, April 25), along with servicemen and servicewomen across the country,...
April 22, 2025
Positive Ageing Advisory Committee welcomes new members
THE Surf Coast Shire has welcomed four new members to its Positive Ageing Advisory Committee (PAAC) as they work to provide advice and direction...
April 22, 2025
Expression of interests open for Climate Emergency grants
THE Surf Coast Shire has opened an expressions of interest period for its Climate Emergency Grants. Open to individuals and community groups, the grant aims...
April 21, 2025
Anzac Day on the Surf Coast
ON FRIDAY, April 25, communities around the nation will pause for Anzac Day as RSL Sub-branches host services, marches and gunfire breakfasts. On the Surf...
April 20, 2025
Crafting the perfect scent
FROM a young age, Aysha Hansen's memories have been intertwined with smells, reminding her of different moments in her life. After years of being fascinated...
April 18, 2025
Good Friday Appeal House brings smiles to faces
THIS year's Good Friday Appeal Charity Home is gearing up to go under the hammer next weekend where all proceeds will be donated to...
April 14, 2025
Free lessons offered to halt decline in kids’ swimming skills
THE City of Greater Geelong is offering free swimming lessons in an attempt to combat a decline in young children’s swimming skills. Research from Royal...
April 14, 2025
Desalinated water order to flow to Geelong
THE Victorian government has placed a 50 gigalitre water order at the Victorian Desalination Plant following the impacts of drying conditions. Announced on April 4...
April 13, 2025
Say hello to a new sauna experience
Nestled among the trees and surrounded by the sounds of crashing waves sits Hello Sauna, a hive of relaxation and rejuvenation on the Bellarine. Made...
April 13, 2025
New tobacco health warning welcomed by professionals
MANDATORY changes to Australia's tobacco products came into effect this month, a move welcomed by Quit and Cancer Council. Australia is now the second country...
April 9, 2025
Tender awarded for pitch at Banyul-Warri Fields
EXPERTS in synthetic sports surfaces Polytan will take on the role of head contractor for the construction of the Banyul-Warri Fields hockey pitch. Announced by...
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