January 9, 2025
Deakin win gold in student accommodation
DEAKIN Residential Services has been recognised as one of the best in Australia, receiving a Gold Accreditation for its student accommodation. The accreditation, awarded by...
January 7, 2025
Preventing battery fires this holiday season
THE community has been urged to understand the risks associated with lithium-ion batteries. The warning comes from Victorian fire agencies following the explosion of a...
January 6, 2025
Keep campfires under control this summer
THOSE camping in Victorian parks, reserves and forests are being urged to check conditions and brush up on campfire safety before heading out this...
December 31, 2024
Tee off for a good cause
TEAMS will take to the fairway as the Muirfield Financial Services Jan Juc SLSC Golf Classic returns to RACV Torquay golf course on January...
December 28, 2024
Ringing in 2025 on the Surf Coast
VENUES across the Surf Coast will ring in the new year, with several NYE events taking place across the region. While the fireworks display is...
December 27, 2024
Archers Torquay launches into a new era
A YEAR on from taking over the reins at one of Torquay's wine bars, owners Emma Aitken Alexander and Rob Aitken have rebranded. Mr Archer...
December 26, 2024
Surf’s up at Betty’s Burgers
ESTABLISHED in Noosa in 2014, Betty's Burgers has grown popular around Australia, including on the Surf Coast with its Torquay store. The burger shack provides...
December 25, 2024
Bush kinder programs expanding in the region
KINDERGARTENS across the Surf Coast Shire and City of Greater Geelong will receive funding from the Victorian government as part of the bush kinder...
December 24, 2024
State-wide Total Fire Ban declared for Boxing Day
A TOTAL Fire Ban (TBA) has been declared for all of Victoria on Boxing Day (December 26) with hot, dry and windy conditions expected. During...
December 24, 2024
Masters Tournament takes centre court
BASKETBALLERS will descend on Torquay for the Surfcoast Basketball Association (SBA) Masters Tournament in February. The event, on February 1 and 2, aims to give...
December 24, 2024
Shire’s kerbside rubbish collection changes
KERBSIDE waste collections will change in the Surf Coast Shire as the holiday season arrives. Waste collection will not operate on Christmas Day, with collections...
December 23, 2024
Service changes as Extreme Fire Danger Rating declared
THE Country Fire Authority (CFA) has classified Boxing Day (December 26) for south-west Victoria as an 'Extreme' Fire Danger Rating day. This rating will impact...
December 23, 2024
Upgrades for north Geelong school
GEELONG’S Northern Bay College will receive more than $1.7 million in funding for improved facilities and maintenance works around the campus. The state government funded...
December 22, 2024
Sweetening the community spirit
The Geelong Beekeepers Club Inc is abuzz with generosity, giving their time to educate the community and donating jars of honey to a local...
December 20, 2024
Extreme fire danger day declared for the south-west
THE Country Fire Authority (CFA) have declared Monday, December 16 a day with an "Extreme" Fire Danger Rating for Victoria’s south-west. As a result, several...
December 18, 2024
New study to highlight concussion in AFLW players
The impacts of concussion experienced by AFLW players will be put under the microscope in a new study. In partnership with the AFL, the Victorian...
December 17, 2024
Staying heart healthy this festive season
The Christmas and holiday period can bring with it work parties and catch-ups with friends and family, often filled with plenty of tempting food. As...
December 16, 2024
Fuelling careers in disability support
TO STRENGTHEN Victoria's disability workforce the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) has opened applications for the Reginal Disability Worker Scholarships. Disability support work...
December 15, 2024
It’s about time to relax
Relaxation and wellness on the Surf Coast will rise to another level with the opening of About Time Bathhouse later this month. Featuring treatment rooms,...
December 15, 2024
Liminal Gallery goes large with new exhibition
More than 25 emerging local artists from the Geelong region now have their works on display in Liminal Gallery's 100+ exhibition. Officially opening on Saturday,...
December 13, 2024
Surf Coast kerbside rubbish collection changes
KERBSIDE waste collections will change in the Surf Coast Shire as the holiday season arrives. Waste collection will not operate on Christmas Day, with collections...
December 13, 2024
Responding to the impacts of coastal hazards
GREAT Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority (GORCAPA) is working to create a new plan to respond to coastal hazard impacts. The team are in...
December 13, 2024
Get ready for a splashtastic summer
Outside Adventures has kayaking fun suited to everyone, from five-day children's holiday camps to family-friendly tours. All activities are run by passionate kayaking instructors who...
December 13, 2024
Coerver Coaching’s holiday programs attract professional talent
Professional soccer player and coach, Masamichi Kuroyanagi, can't wait to share his training tips and love of the game when Coerver Coaching kicks off...
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