July 26, 2024
Lorne prepares for fire season
IN A BID to improve fire safety in the region, the Surf Coast Shire has kicked off its annual winter fuel reduction program. This year...
July 24, 2024
Jon Stevens, Kate Ceberano play the hits
Aussie musicians Jon Stevens and Kate Ceberano will take the stage across the nation to sing some of their biggest hits. The pair are taking...
July 23, 2024
Comedy for a cause returns to Jan Juc SLSC
ENJOY a night of fun and laughter at the Jan Juc SLSC while supporting them in raising much needed funds for the 2024-2025 season. Comedy...
July 22, 2024
Rotary Club of Torquay welcomes new board
THE Rotary Club of Torquay held their changeover dinner last week, celebrating and acknowledging its achievements over the past 12 months and inducting the...
July 22, 2024
Fundraising lunch is a plus for allied health
TICKETS are now on sale for the heartwarming Kids+ annual Fundraising Luncheon. The 12th anniversary of the event will be held on Grand Final Eve...
July 21, 2024
Nature’s vibrant palette
Vibrant colours and the influences of nature drive Geelong artist Janey Forbes in creating her unique pieces. Forbes has been a full-time artist for the...
July 21, 2024
Surfcoast Wholefoods unveils new mural
SURFCOAST Wholefoods have added a pop of colour to the inside of their Torquay store with a bright mural. Canberra artist Bohie Blackwood created the...
July 18, 2024
Celeste Barber brings the laughs to Geelong
Australian comedian Celeste Barber is taking her show Backup Dancer around Australia and New Zealand as part of her 2024 tour. At her coming shows,...
July 14, 2024
Farmhouse learning
Fearless Farmhouse offers a place of personal growth and learning in a unique working farm environment. Using animal and nature assisted therapy, the Bellbrae business...
July 13, 2024
Shire trials soft plastics collection
IN AN effort to keep soft plastics out of landfill, the Surf Coast Shire is trialling a limited-term collection and drop-off arrangement. As part of...
July 11, 2024
Rum Jungle hit the road again
Australian band Rum Jungle are headed back to Australia and hitting the road again for their Chauffeur Australian Tour. The Newcastle band will play 22...
July 10, 2024
GMHBA returns $62 million in COVID savings
GEELONG-based private health insurer GMHBA has announced it will return $62 million in COVID-19 related savings to GMHBA and Frank Health Insurance members. The funds...
July 10, 2024
Calling all singers to the Men’s Shed
TORQUAY Community Men's Shed Singers are looking for new members to join their group as they spread joy throughout the region. The group sing songs...
July 9, 2024
The House Geelong opens doors to first exhibition
More than 100 artists have their works on display in a group art show at Geelong's Hue and Cry Gallery. The House Geelong debuted its...
July 5, 2024
Portraying the beauty in black and white
Fostered by a love for black and white, Geelong lino cut artist Astrid Lempriere is following her passions as she carves her way into...
July 5, 2024
Bellarine Agricultural Society names new life members
THE Bellarine Agricultural Society has welcomed two new life members at their recent annual general meeting. Husband and wife Don and Janet McDonald were recognised...
July 4, 2024
Geelong Small Business Festival returns for 2024
COMMUNITY members eager to start, grow, or enhance their small business will find a wealth of opportunities at the coming 2024 Geelong Small Business...
July 3, 2024
Authentic Indian on the Surf Coast
FOR more than a decade, Aditi and Rachit Kapoor have been serving up authentic Indian cuisine on the Surf Coast with their two restaurants. Torquay's...
July 3, 2024
Sights set on Surf Coast Century
THE 13th edition of the Surf Coast Century 100km ultra trail marathon is returning to Anglesea on September 21. The event offers a range of...
July 3, 2024
The Animals say farewell
Well known British band The Animals, are making their way around Australia for their 60th anniversary and farewell tour. As part of their tour, the...
July 3, 2024
Winter clothing needed as chilly weather hits
LIFELINE Geelong have put a call out for warm clothing during the coldest months of the year. Lifeline retail area manager Donna Barling said the need...
July 3, 2024
Immersed in First Nations culture
GRADE 6 students from Torquay College have recently embarked on an Indigenous immersion experience. During the six-day immersion, 22 students travelled to the Murray River...
July 2, 2024
Pilot program to help those experiencing family violence
THE state government is launching a pilot program to help women and children experiencing family violence to stay safely in their own home. The program,...
June 29, 2024
A taste of Greece in Ocean Grove
At Ocean Grove's newly opened Kala Greek, be prepared to be welcomed into the restaurant and treated like family by the team as they...
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