Creating joy with colour
Geelong artist Steph Chapman surrounds herself with colour, and first picked up a paintbrush after a health diagnosis in 2019. The challenging news of a...
Breakfast raises more than $61k for foster care
MELI'S Foster a Future Breakfast raised more than $61,000 last week to kick start the Foster a Future Appeal. The second annual breakfast, held on...
2024 Ladbrokes Geelong Cup launched
THE 2024 Ladbrokes Geelong Cup will hit the track next month, with the event officially launched last night (September 11), at the Bellarine Peninsula’s...
New kids emergency department unveiled
GEELONG University Hospital's new children's emergency department is now complete, with the capacity to meet the region's growing demand. The $20 million state-of-the-art facility will...
Good times to flow at Geelong Beer Festival
THE region’s finest food, drink and entertainment will be on full display as the Geelong Beer Festival returns, with first release tickets now on...
Protect your home from garage fires
GARAGE fires across the state have prompted Victorian fire services to urge households to clean up potential hazards and install smoke alarms. Fire Rescue Victoria...
Surf Coast Big Band tunes up for debut
TORQUAY'S own Surf Coast Big Band is putting the final touches on its performance as it prepare for its debut, to be held at...
Frisbees to fly on the Surf Coast
ACROSS two days of action at Torquay's Banyul-Warri Fields, the Victorian Mixed Ultimate Championships will land on the Surf Coast. Held from September 14 to...
Cyclists set to hit the Great Ocean Road
THOUSANDS of cyclists will flock to Lorne next weekend as Amy's Great Ocean Road Gran Fondo returns to the Surf Coast. More than 4,000 participants...
Second generation keeps Nicol’s Paddock growing
Set between the outskirts of Geelong and the Surf Coast lies Nicol's Paddock, a family-run winery and restaurant. The first vines were planted on the...
Great Ocean Road attractions get ready for spring
AS SPRING arrives and the region starts to open back up, locals and visitors are being invited to pack their bags and visit the...
Berkowitz: The home of Stressless
As the chill of winter fades, the promise of spring brings a renewed sense of vitality. The warm light and blossoming nature inspires the refresh...
The importance of a contract review – a purchaser’s perspective
When purchasing property, purchasers will often be told that a contract or Section 32 statement is "standard" and may often be pressured to sign...
Shining a light on women’s health
This week, groups and organisations from across Australia celebrated the 12th annual Jean Hailes Women's Health Week with the theme "Your Voice. Your Choice." Running...
Wonder Children’s Festival to return
The Wonder Children's Festival is returning to the Geelong Arts Centre for the second year, running from September 12 to September 26. After the success...
Shane Howard and band to perform in Queenscliff
Australian singer, songwriter, poet, producer and mentor Shane Howard is taking the stage at the Queenscliff Town Hall for a performance with his band. The...
Torquay author publishes Christmas story
TORQUAY illustrator and author Michelle Conn has published her debut solo book, The Christmas Star. Published on August 27, the book tells a story of...
Wurdi Baierr Stadium usage on the rise
TORQUAY'S Wurdi Baierr Stadium is celebrating high rates of visitation, becoming a hub of activity since its opening and a space where people come...
Reducing dust this summer
SURF Coast Shire residents can now apply for the shire's dust suppression program for the regions unsealed roads. The annual program is conducted on rural...
Mixing community with coffee
For more than two decades, Scott Pond has been the face behind Jan Juc's Swell Cafe, pouring coffees and plating meals. Originally established in 1998,...
Community feedback sought on pre-school expansion
THE Surf Coast Shire is seeking community feedback on a Moriac Pre-school draft concept design as it works towards a minor expansion and refurbishment. The...
Local longboarders to represent Victoria
TEN of the region's top longboard surfers will head to the Tweed Coast this month in the pursuit of an Australian title. The Australian Surf...
Local influencer pulls off Hard FIZZ stack
Geelong 4WD influencer Lachy Poole has teamed up with DJ FISHER's alcohol brand Hard Fizz in a unique collaboration. The partnership saw Poole load the...
Community groups win big in footy tipping competition
THE end of the AFL season has come to an end and so has the annual Surf Coast Community AFL Tipping Competition, with four...