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August 29, 2024

Hue and Cry Collective exhibits more than 300 works

THE Hue and Cry Collective is preparing for its biggest exhibition of the year, which opens this week. Featuring more than 300 artworks, the annual...

August 29, 2024

Comedian’s new show is totally normal

Australian comedian Nazeem Hussain is back on tour, returning to the stage in February with his new show Totally Normal. Hussain is well known for...

August 28, 2024

Fostering a future

GEELONG organisation Meli will launch their Foster a Future appeal next week, raising funds for its foster care program and highlighting the need for...

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

Communication: the human connection

Many people have sat in a public space and watched others. People waiting for coffee, waiting for a train, waiting in line to use...

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 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

Comedians to raise money for Our Village

GET ready for a night of laughs at Blackman's Brewery while raising much needed funds for a local Geelong charity. Laugh and Lagers will roll...

August 26, 2024

Is it time to consider your loved ones’ care?

As your loved ones age, you may have noticed signs they might need additional support and need to consider alternative care options. Key indicators may...

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

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 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 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...