August 26, 2024
Welcome to The Shores: a new chapter in coastal living
Nestled just 3km from the pristine beaches of St Leonards, Lifestyle Communities proudly presents The Shores, located at 130A Thornton Avenue. This new community is...
August 26, 2024
gifting rules to your advantage
One of the most common questions the team at Muirfields gets asked is "How much can Centrelink allow me to gift?" The simple answer is,...
August 26, 2024
Award-winning care at home
Country to Coast Home Care Services was recently named the national award winner in the Aged and Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA) 2024 Excellence...
August 26, 2024
Vibrant community at Bellarine Springs Village
Bellarine Springs Village is not just a place to live; it's a vibrant community that caters to diverse interests, particularly for those who embrace...
August 25, 2024
Smoked to perfection
With techniques perfected over several years, carefully smoked meats are being carved up by the team at local restaurant Wildfire Craft BBQ. Owners Casey Hildebrand...
August 25, 2024
Runners hit the trails in Lorne
RUNNERS flocked to Lorne last weekend for the 10th instalment of the Wonderfalls Trail Run on the Surf Coast. Run by Trails+, almost 300 people...
August 23, 2024
Local schools embrace Book Week
SCHOOL students and staff from across Australia have marked Book Week with a string of events. Held from August 17 until August 23, the annual...
August 22, 2024
Theatre of the Damned unveils Carrie the Musical
The curtain is set to come up on Theatre of the Damned's latest production, Carrie the Musical, tonight (Friday, August 23). Based on Stephen King's...
August 21, 2024
King Brothers to rock out in Geelong
Japan’s King Brothers are heading back to Australia for the first time since 2016, with five gigs lined up. The band hits Aussie shores in...
August 21, 2024
More than just yoga for frontline workers
The region's frontline workers are being supported with a weekly trauma-informed yoga group in Ocean Grove. Run by counsellor and yoga teacher Caz Pringle-Bowden, the...
August 20, 2024
Local secondary schools set to take part in money challenge
SCHOOLS around Australia are gearing up to take part in the annual Suncorp Bank ESSI Money Challenge. Returning for its ninth year, the challenge runs...
August 20, 2024
Have your say on fishing in Victoria
VICTORIAN Fisheries Authority (VFA) is on the hunt for recreational fishers to join an advisory committee. Nominations are open now for those interested on serving...
August 19, 2024
Registrations open for Torquay Triathlon
EARLY bird registrations are now open for the inaugural Torquay Triathlon Super Sprint, taking place on November 10. Event organisers and Torquay locals Andrew Letts...
August 18, 2024
Sparking joy with sustainable designs
Discarded materials and unwanted finds are being transformed into one-of-a-kind pieces by local sustainable designer and artist Emily Rastas. In 2019, she established Emipeli Design,...
August 17, 2024
Landcare Australia open community grants program
LANDCARE Australia's Community Grants program is now open, with a total pool of $300,000 available. Grants are available between $5,000 and $20,000 for all Landcare groups...
August 15, 2024
A Dan Sultan double act
Following performances at the Melbourne Arts Centre last month with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Dan Sultan will headline two gigs at The Sound Doctor. The...
August 14, 2024
Recognising and supporting Victorian veterans
APPLICATIONS for two grants to recognise and support the states veterans are now open. The Anzac Day Proceeds Fund and Victoria Remembers grants form part...
August 14, 2024
Hands-on environmental program returns
APPLICATIONS are now open for the popular Nature Stewards program ahead of its return to Geelong, exploring the world of native plants and animals. From...
August 14, 2024
Free defibrillator workshops
AMBULANCE Victoria Community Officers (ACOs) David Nankervis and Roger Abel are on a mission to make the community safer, running free CPR and defibrillator...
August 12, 2024
Veterans’ photography to go on show
AUSTRALIAN veteran photography exhibition Point and Shoot is headed for Torquay, providing a glimpse into the lives of veterans. On August 13 and 14, the...
August 11, 2024
Combining quality with sustainability
Australian fashion label Elk has grown to reach national success. Founded by two Bellarine residents, the brand is continuing to grow with the launch...
August 11, 2024
Intersection set for upgrade
WORK to install traffic lights at the intersection of Bristol Road and the Surf Coast Highway to improve safety and traffic flow will begin...
August 9, 2024
Surf Coast Hiking Group sets off
THE Surf Coast's newest hiking and walking group set off for their first trek on Sunday with around 20 people making their way from...
August 8, 2024
Lorne SES unit recognises long-standing members
LONG-standing members of the VICSES Lorne unit have been honoured at an awards ceremony last week. The long service awards were presented to members with...
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