Jimeoin’s your man
Australian TV regular, actor and comedian Jimeoin has hit the road again with his Who’s Your Man tour. Known for his sharp wit and observations...
Bellbrae resident carries transplant message to Italy
A BELLBRAE resident is headed to Italy to compete in the inaugural Transplant Football World Cup. Ante Kelic, a liver transplant recipient, has been selected...
Angair president to finish three-year term
A FAMILIAR face is back as Angair president after three years away from the position to finish out the third and final year of...
Chasing waterfalls and river crossings
RUNNERS will descend on the region this month as they take on the coming Wonderfalls Trail Run. Participants will set off from Lorne's Cumberland River...
Caravan park nominated as a top dog destination
A SURF Coast Caravan Park has been nominated for a national award for its efforts in creating one of the country's best pooch-friendly caravan...
Keeping the flame alive
Point Lonsdale's La Monique Perfumery and Candlery is more than just your average candle and homewares store. It's a store with a purpose, raising funds...
Making a difference in Papua New Guinea
A BELLARINE builder has recently returned from Papua New Guinea after lending a hand as part of a Rotary Club of Torquay's school development...
The Belair Lip Bombs blitz the east coast
Live music venues across the east coast are to set come alive as The Belair Lip Bombs take over stages from Ballarat to Brisbane. The...
Doc Hughes installs public defibrillator
A TORQUAY restaurant has kept the community front of mind in buying a public access defibrillator. The operators of Doc Hughes purchased the machine with...
Barwon Water provides boost to schools, community initiatives
BARWON Water has announced its latest round of community and school grant recipients, funding 25 projects across the Bellarine, Surf Coast and Geelong regions. Successful...
E-scooters legalised across Victoria
SHARE hire scooters will be permanently legalised in Victoria following a successful two-year trial in regional areas and metropolitan Melbourne. The Victorian government will introduce...
Big Red Kidney Bus visits Torquay
The Big Red Kidney Bus has rolled into Torquay, providing mobile dialysis on wheels. The bus allows those receiving the lifesaving treatment to take a...
Jebediah to unleash OIKS at Torquay Hotel
LONG-RUNNING Australian band Jebediah has embarked on its national OIKS album tour, with a local performance set for next week. The quartet are bringing their...
Prioritising customers and freshness
Paul Mifsud's passion for high quality and fresh produce has led to nine years of success for his Bellarine farmgate grocery store, Farmer's Harvest. Mifsud...
Local artist debuts work
After finding her creative voice, Geelong artist Stephanie Venosta is debuting her first full body of work at a local gallery. Venosta has been painting...
Lorne prepares for fire season
IN A BID to improve fire safety in the region, the Surf Coast Shire has kicked off its annual winter fuel reduction program. This year...
Jon Stevens, Kate Ceberano play the hits
Aussie musicians Jon Stevens and Kate Ceberano will take the stage across the nation to sing some of their biggest hits. The pair are taking...
Comedy for a cause returns to Jan Juc SLSC
ENJOY a night of fun and laughter at the Jan Juc SLSC while supporting them in raising much needed funds for the 2024-2025 season. Comedy...
Rotary Club of Torquay welcomes new board
THE Rotary Club of Torquay held their changeover dinner last week, celebrating and acknowledging its achievements over the past 12 months and inducting the...
Fundraising lunch is a plus for allied health
TICKETS are now on sale for the heartwarming Kids+ annual Fundraising Luncheon. The 12th anniversary of the event will be held on Grand Final Eve...
Nature’s vibrant palette
Vibrant colours and the influences of nature drive Geelong artist Janey Forbes in creating her unique pieces. Forbes has been a full-time artist for the...
Surfcoast Wholefoods unveils new mural
SURFCOAST Wholefoods have added a pop of colour to the inside of their Torquay store with a bright mural. Canberra artist Bohie Blackwood created the...
Celeste Barber brings the laughs to Geelong
Australian comedian Celeste Barber is taking her show Backup Dancer around Australia and New Zealand as part of her 2024 tour. At her coming shows,...
Farmhouse learning
Fearless Farmhouse offers a place of personal growth and learning in a unique working farm environment. Using animal and nature assisted therapy, the Bellbrae business...