October 7, 2025
New study maps stormwater flood risk
A FIRST of its kind study has given the Surf Coast Shire insight into the stormwater network and associated flood risk in the region. Using...
October 7, 2025
Wildlife carers urge care this spring
WITH Spring now in full swing across Australia, so is breeding season, and local rescuers are calling for help to protect wildlife. The next generation...
October 6, 2025
Films and flavours at The Gordon’s Feast and Flicks
THE Gordon’s city campus will come to life this Saturday (October 11) with a foodie-themed festival, Feast and Flicks in the Courtyard. Outdoor screenings of...
October 5, 2025
Course turning up the volume
JOHN Course lives and breathes music — it's at the heart of everything he does. From his DJ sets that get the dance floor pumping...
October 4, 2025
Young artists shine in Hearten Art Prize
EMERGING artists around Geelong are being celebrated at the Geelong Gallery with this year's Hearten Art Prize. The prize – created by the gallery's 2025...
October 3, 2025
Celebrating 40 years of Australian Crawl
ALMOST 40 years ago Australian Crawl called it quits — but it’s not the final call for the Australian rock outfit's music. Four decades on,...
October 2, 2025
GeelongPort stuns with a perfect score
GEELONGPORT has topped the global leaderboard in the 2025 GRESB Infrastructure Assessment, securing first place with a perfect score. The port scored 100/100 in the...
October 2, 2025
Aireys Inlet CFA opens doors to get fire ready
AIREYS Inlet CFA will host an open day on Sunday, October 5, as part of a statewide initiative involving 500 brigades to help communities...
October 2, 2025
Local projects awarded grant funding
THE Surf Coast Shire has awarded 14 local projects funding as part of this year's Quick Response Grants program. A competitive submissions process determined the...
October 1, 2025
Interim recycling site opens in North Geelong
AN INTERIM recycling site has opened in North Geelong, after the Geelong Resource Recovery Centre (GRRC) was closed due to safety concerns in...
September 30, 2025
Building social connection at Torquay’s Community House
TORQUAY Community House is a hive of activity each week as it works with the community to develop programs and initiatives that benefit everyone. One...
September 29, 2025
Drama Llamas take a trip down the rabbit hole
THE participants at Torquay's All Aboard DisaABILITY Support Service are gearing up for a performance of Alice in Wonderland. All Aboard's inclusive performing arts group,...
September 28, 2025
Putting the colour in handmade fashion
SURRONDED by fabric and the hum of a sewing machine is where Tyzak Designz owner Victoria Miller is often found. Fuelled by a passion for...
September 28, 2025
Vanessa Amorosi to bring the hits
VANESSA Amorosi produced hits including Absolutely Everybody, Shine and This is Who I Am — now she's getting ready to bring those hits to...
September 26, 2025
Riding the global stage
From the Queensland outback to sharing the stage with some of the biggest country artists, Wade Forster’s music career is only just taking off. The...
September 25, 2025
Police target e-bikes, road safety during school holidays
SCHOOL holidays are now in full swing across Victoria and police on the Surf Coast are busy ensuring everyone gets home safely. During the two-week...
September 24, 2025
Minister visits All Aboard DisAbility Service
ALL Aboard Disability Support Services rolled out the red carpet when two special guests visited its Torquay home last week. Corangamite federal member Libby Coker...
September 24, 2025
Ongoing support for GAWS
WHEN Geelong Animal Welfare Society (GAWS) was faced with the surrender of 67 dogs earlier this year, the team at Torquay Coles rallied behind...
September 22, 2025
Dementia becomes leading cause of deathin Australia
DEMENTIA is now the leading cause of death for Australians, a new report has revealed. The Dementia in Australia report, released by the Australian Institute...
September 21, 2025
Gym-goers warned to hide their keys
GYM-GOERS around the region are being encouraged to ensure their keys and valuables are secure while completing their workouts. In recent weeks, a number of...
September 20, 2025
Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre levels up
CONSTRUCTION is continuing at the Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre in Torquay, with the facility undergoing crucial testing as it comes together. The aquatic...
September 19, 2025
Surfside students shave heads in bold show of support
SURFSIDE Primary School has rallied behind two much-loved teachers facing breast cancer, with staff, students and families uniting for a fundraising event this afternoon...
September 19, 2025
Solo spotlight shines on Tom Busby
AS Tom Busby continues to take his solo career to new heights, the musician is stepping onto the stage with his own tour this...
September 18, 2025
Police investigate Mount Duneed hit and run
A MAN in his 50s has been taken to hospital following a hit and run collision in Mount Duneed this morning (Thursday, September 18). Police...
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