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July 30, 2024

Doc Hughes installs public defibrillator

A TORQUAY restaurant has kept the community front of mind in buying a public access defibrillator. The operators of Doc Hughes purchased the machine with...

July 29, 2024

Big Red Kidney Bus visits Torquay

The Big Red Kidney Bus has rolled into Torquay, providing mobile dialysis on wheels. The bus allows those receiving the lifesaving treatment to take a...

July 28, 2024

Jebediah to unleash OIKS at Torquay Hotel

LONG-RUNNING Australian band Jebediah has embarked on its national OIKS album tour, with a local performance set for next week. The quartet are bringing their...

July 28, 2024

Prioritising customers and freshness

Paul Mifsud's passion for high quality and fresh produce has led to nine years of success for his Bellarine farmgate grocery store, Farmer's Harvest. Mifsud...

July 28, 2024

Local artist debuts work

After finding her creative voice, Geelong artist Stephanie Venosta is debuting her first full body of work at a local gallery. Venosta has been painting...

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...