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November 1, 2024

Paralympian ambassador gives Torquay Triathlon a boost

A LOCAL Paralympian has been named as the ambassador for the inaugural Torquay Triathlon this month. Jeremy Peacock will take on the role for the...

October 31, 2024

Keeping wildlife rescue on the road

A LOCAL wildlife rescuer has been awarded $1,000 in fuel vouchers from the Rotary Club of Torquay as part of their annual disbursements. Jason Cichocki...

October 25, 2024

Community information sessions for Armstrong Creek Sports Centre

THE Geelong community is invited to attend three information sessions to learn more about the Armstrong Creek Sports Centre. As part of the upcoming sessions,...

October 25, 2024

Christian White steps onto the ledge

AUTHOR Christian White has returned to the world of storytelling, publishing his latest book and embarking on a national tour in celebration. The former Ocean...

October 24, 2024

Abbie Chatfield dumps her trauma

Following a sell-out metropolitan tour last year, Abbie Chatfield is taking her Trauma Dump tour to regional venues across Australia. As part of her 13-date...

October 22, 2024

Families unite for HeartKids

FAMILIES will unite in Torquay next weekend for the HeartKids Two Feet and a Heartbeat Walk, hitting the pavement to raise money and awareness...

October 21, 2024

Have your say on local roads

LOCALS have the opportunity to share their opinions about the state of roads around the Armstrong Creek Growth area with the launch of a...

October 21, 2024

Taking strides for diabetes awareness

THE Surf Coast community will gather at the Torquay Angling Club on October 31 for the annual Lap the Map for Diabetes walk. Held by...

October 20, 2024

Brewing wine, beer, gin and good times

FarmDog Brewing offers a unique blend of family history and a haven for local creations as the next generation takes hold. Maddy and Jeremy Wolfe,...

October 17, 2024

Moriac Community Spring Fete returns

FOLLOWING the success of its inaugural event last year, the Moriac Community Spring Fete is returning to the Surf Coast on October 27. Organised by...

October 17, 2024

Tom Ballard returns for second comedy festival

THERE will be plenty of laughs in Geelong as more than 60 comedians descend on the region at the end of the month for...

October 15, 2024

Don’t let burn-offs escape this fire season

AS VICTORIA approaches the Fire Danger Period (FDP), the community is being urged to take extra precautions when burning-off. The CFA responded to 819 callouts...

October 13, 2024

Nature’s artist

Drawn in by the ever-changing beauty of the world around her, Bellarine artist Jane Flowers has spent more than two decades creating landscapes and...

October 12, 2024

Surf Coast Chamber plays sold out concert

ACROSS two sold out performances at the Airys Inlet Community Hall, the Surf Coast Chamber Players have raised more than $4,000 for Aireys Inlet...

October 12, 2024

Women encouraged to keep getting screened for breast cancer

As National Breast Cancer Awareness Month begins, Australians are being encouraged to get checked as the federal government celebrates a rise in screening rates. Statistics...

October 11, 2024

A century of stories and memories

NEXT week marks a major milestone for Geelong local Holly Carew as she celebrates her 100th birthday. Netball has been the centre of her life...

October 10, 2024

Aussie music legend comes to town

Australian music legend Daryl Braithwaite has hit the road again with his You Won’t Go Home Whistling the Lights Tour. The ARIA Hall of...

October 10, 2024

Cirque Africa brings high-energy performance to Geelong

A fusion of dance, acrobatics and live music will come together when the critically acclaimed Cirque Africa take the stage in Geelong next weekend. Part...

October 9, 2024

Paving the way to a nature and climate positive future

THE Corangamite Catchment Authority (CMA) and the G21 Geelong Region Alliance co-hosted the Nature and Climate Positive Forum last month. More than 70 representatives from...

October 8, 2024

Vitality and Laser and Skin’s industry success

VITALITY Laser and Skin has been operating on the Bellarine for more than two decades, priding itself in delivering the best customer experience. Led by...

October 6, 2024

Creating connections

Ocean Grove's Bloom Art and Coffee isn't just an art school - it's a space fostering creativity and bringing together a community, driven by...

October 5, 2024

Seniors can get moving for free

IN SUPPORT of older Victorians, Seniors Card holders will receive eight days of free public transport from this Sunday, October 6 until October 13. The...

October 3, 2024

Adam Harvey hits the road for national tour

Australian country music singer Adam Harvey is touring nationally next month to celebrate the release of his 17th studio album. Harvey and his band will...