About: Angus Smith
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- Angus is a multimedia reporter at the Surf Coast Times. He has experience with breaking news, investigative and feature stories. Follow him on Twitter @angussmithh.
October 27, 2023
HELP NEEDED: Torquay Food Aid seeks support ahead of Christmas
TORQUAY Food Aid is urgently appealing for support as the Christmas season approaches. The organisation is seeing a weekly increase in demand, especially for personal...
October 27, 2023
Don Maringer honoured at Torquay lodge for six decades of service
THE Freemasons Lodge of the Great Ocean Road in Torquay recently celebrated an exceptional member of the community, 98-year-old Don Maringer, by presenting him...
October 27, 2023
World-class palliative care facility opens
GEELONG’S new $22.6 million palliative care 20-bedroom facility is being officially opened today (Friday, October 27) by Acting Prime Minister Richard Marles. Located on Deakin...
October 24, 2023
Bellbrae Cemetery plans expansion and calls for new trust volunteers
BELLBRAE Cemetery is set to expand, unveiling plans to meet the increasing demands of the community. Renowned for its rich history, the Bellbrae Public Cemetery...
October 23, 2023
Lorne ramp set for major upgrade
THE ramp used for the Lorne Pier to Pub swim is slated for an upgrade, with the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority...
October 23, 2023
Demand for food relief skyrockets in G21 region
THE Give Where You Live Foundation has released findings from its latest "Food for Thought" research report, detailing an alarming rise in the need...
October 21, 2023
Tourism vision for Greater Geelong and the Bellarine unveiled
TOURISM Greater Geelong and The Bellarine (TGGB) has unveiled an ambitious 10-year vision for the region, aiming to bolster the local economy, attract investment,...
October 20, 2023
Top things for families to do during Geelong Design Week
FINDING an activity that captures the imagination of each and every family member can be quite the challenge and it certainly pops up for...
October 20, 2023
Aussie Bird Count celebrates decade of conservation
THE nation's largest conservation event, the Aussie Bird Count, celebrates its 10th year this week, engaging communities from the Bellarine, the Surf Coast, Geelong...
October 15, 2023
Local students needed to lead mental health awareness in 2024
AUSTRALIA'S biggest mental health fitness event is gearing up for its 2024 edition and calling upon local students to become ambassadors. The Push-Up Challenge, which...
October 14, 2023
Tartuffe takes centre stage at Torquay Theatre
Torquay Theatre Troupe is set to transport audiences back nearly four centuries with its latest production, Tartuffe, a classic French play that remains as...
September 13, 2021
Torquay RSL appeals to Afghanistan Veterans
DRAMATIC scenes following the fall of Kabul to the Taliban have prompted appeals to veterans and their families to connect with their local RSL...
August 22, 2021
Open mic night direct from ‘Music City’
A NEW open mic night is promising to bring some Nashville charm to the Surf Coast. Kristy Coote has been a singer and songwriter for...
August 21, 2021
From busking in Byron to taking on the world
Following a series of pre-pandemic sold-out shows across the globe, ARIA award winning singer-songwriter Ziggy Alberts is set to tour regional Australia and his...
August 6, 2021
Road safety film comp targets region’s young road users
THE State Government is calling on the region’s creative minds to pitch a short film concept that promotes road safety and helps save lives. The...
July 24, 2021
Torquay talent takes on 24 Hours of Le Mans
HOMEGROWN racing star Scott Andrews has got the nod for the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans car race. “I’ve dreamt of doing this race...
June 25, 2021
Shortest day followed by longest night
BELLARINE residents have celebrated the southern hemisphere’s winter solstice by taking a freezing cold dip in the Barwon River. Participants from regular Barwon Heads and...
June 15, 2021
Principal goes ‘old school’ to teach students lessons
WHEN Principal Joshua McElgunn turned up to work at Torquay's St Therese school in October 2020, he wasn't taking anything for granted. The COVID lockdowns...
June 4, 2021
Anglesea Indoor Market to go pink during June
ANGLESEA Indoor Market has pledged to go pink during the month of June to raise awareness and funds for breast Cancer. Founder Mandy Trickett said...
June 3, 2021
Emergency food hub to battle Geelong hunger crisis
A NEW emergency food hub at North Geelong has opened to assist people affected by food insecurity in the Geelong region. The new hub forms...
June 2, 2021
Distinguished gentlemen ride for awareness
DAPPER gents on vintage motorbikes thundered into town this week for a bike ride with a difference. The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride unites classic and vintage...
May 31, 2021
CFA thanks its vital volunteers
THE CFA has celebrated and thanked its volunteers for National Volunteer Week, which concluded Sunday. The recognition comes after a challenging 2020 which saw Victorian...
May 31, 2021
Young gun reveals paddle power secret
WHEN 13-year-old Torquay local Jamie Flanagan went out on her paddle board last winter she didn’t realise it was the start of an epic...
May 29, 2021
Great Aussie Takeaway Festival
ANGLESEA locals have banded together to flip the script on Victoria’s fourth lockdown by launching a food festival with a difference. The Great Aussie Takeaway...
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