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
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 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 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
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 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 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...
April 6, 2025
Combining style and durability at Shine the Label
THE struggle of finding children's clothing with a balance of durability and design sparked a Torquay mum to start her own brand. Mum of three...
April 4, 2025
Annual festival success
ORGANISERS of this year's Deans Marsh Festival are celebrating a successful event with a record number of attendees. Slightly wet weather wasn't enough to keep...
April 3, 2025
Calls to make anti-theft screws mandatory
IN RESPONSE to an increase in number plate thefts, RACV is calling on the Victorian government to mandate anti-theft screws in new and second-hand...
April 1, 2025
Funding clean energy for not-for-profit organisations
A GEELONG initiative is raising funds to provide interest-free loans to local not-for-profit organisations in an effort to help them overcome costs associated with...
March 30, 2025
Flower power for two local mums
A pop of colour and a floral aroma has bloomed in Mount Duneed where Abby and Selma Maric have transformed a humble shipping container...
March 30, 2025
genU celebrates diverse art
Geelong will host its largest exhibition for people with disability when artX Regional returns next week. Co-ordinated by genU, the exhibition features works from artists...
March 29, 2025
Talk to discuss Aboriginal languages of Victoria
THE Surf Coast community is invited to learn about the Aboriginal languages of Victoria with a public lecture this weekend. Adjunct Associate Professor and linguist...
March 27, 2025
Rotary conference lands in Torquay
ROTARIANS descended on the Surf Coast over the weekend for the Rotary 9780 District Conference in Torquay. Held from Friday last week to Sunday, the...
March 25, 2025
Gala to raise awareness for autism
CORE Autism and Disability Services will celebrate Autism Awareness Day with an inclusive gala on Wednesday, April 2. The inaugural event will feature speakers living...
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