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.
January 19, 2024
Torquay’s coastal gem: stately 7-bedroom beach house set for auction
IN A STRIKING revelation to the Torquay real estate scene, a luxurious 7-bedroom beach house is set to go under the hammer this February. Nestled...
January 19, 2024
A Coastal Haven at 1/4 Park Lane, Torquay
Torquay's vibrant real estate market is set to be stirred with the listing of a delightful 3-bedroom beach residence at 1/4 Park Lane. This single-level...
January 19, 2024
Victoria Police release CCTV footage of $4 million suspicious fire at Christian College Geelong
VICTORIA Police have released CCTV footage in relation to a “suspicious fire” at a Waurn Ponds School earlier this month. The CCTV and images depict...
January 19, 2024
Rescuers report worst rip currents ever seen on coast
A HARROWING weekend marked by rips, rescues, and tragic drownings along Victoria's coastline has prompted lifesavers to issue an urgent warning. Surfer Jack Minter was...
January 19, 2024
A rare chance to acquire Torquay’s premier property: 82 the esplanade
Auction details: Saturday, 3rd February 2024, 1.30 pm EMBRACE the epitome of Surf Coast living at 82 The Esplanade, Torquay VIC 3228. The property is spread...
January 18, 2024
Melbourne restaurants pop up in Freshwater Creek
MELBOURNE restaurants Hazel, Dessous and Lilac Wine Bar have embarked on a culinary journey in Freshwater Creek for the month of January. Chefs from each...
January 18, 2024
Review of offshore regulations begin as coastal communities continue to rally
APOLLO Bay residents turned out in force on Sunday to protest proposed seismic blasting in the Otway Basin. The protest is part of a larger...
January 16, 2024
Dramatic night at sea: Investigation sheds light on Port Phillip boat wreck
VICTORIA'S Office of the Chief Investigator of Transport Safety, has released a preliminary report on a transport safety investigation into the grounding and wreck...
January 12, 2024
The great ocean rescue tour
APOLLO Bay residents will take to the streets this Sunday, 14 January, to protest proposed seismic blasting in the Otway Basin. The protest is part...
January 12, 2024
The great ocean rescue tour
APOLLO Bay residents will take to the streets this Sunday, 14 January, to protest proposed seismic blasting in the Otway Basin. The protest is part...
January 12, 2024
Region awash with pushy showerhead salespeople
A WAVE of door-to-door salespeople offering free showerhead replacements has caused concern among local residents. The salespeople, often implying they are conducting official state government...
January 12, 2024
Historic elegance in old torquay: 4 Pride Street
Auction Details: Saturday, 3rd February 2024 at 12 pm STEP back in time with this captivating period home in Old Torquay, a quintessential representation of...
January 10, 2024
Torquay illustrator creates unique summer mural in Melbourne CBD
TORQUAY-based illustrator Tonia Composto has unveiled her latest creation, 'The Little Things', in Melbourne's CBD. Tonia, who is also known as Lemon Chicken Por Favor,...
January 10, 2024
Peter Thomas OAM’s dedication to veterans and community
PETER Thomas OAM, a life member of the RSL, has dedicated decades to volunteer work, providing media, advertising, and photographic services to Torquay RSL...
January 8, 2024
Surf Coast author launches his 11th book
LOCAL writer John Bartlett has recently introduced Excitations of Entanglement, his 11th book, at Torquay Library. The poetry collection, primarily written during the COVID-19 lockdowns,...
January 7, 2024
NRMA warns of risks of children and pets locked in cars
THE NRMA has released new research highlighting that shopping centres are the most frequent locations where children and pets are accidentally locked in cars. Over...
January 7, 2024
Victorians encouraged to enhance home security and update insurance
RACV and Neighbourhood Watch are reminding residents in our region to improve their home safety measures and keep their home insurance current this year. This...
January 3, 2024
Epilepsy support for families in the Geelong region
FAMILIES in the Geelong region with children suffering from epilepsy will receive special support packs, which include essential support and advice from specialist Registered...
January 2, 2024
Ocean Grove community rallying to stop seismic blasting
THE Ocean Grove community will rally on the 6th of January in Ocean Grove to protest against seismic blasting in the Otway Basin. Organised by...
January 2, 2024
Mobile blood donor centre returns to Torquay
THE Australian Red Cross Lifeblood mobile donor centre returns to Torquay in January for the first time in ten years. The mobile blood truck will...
January 1, 2024
The City of Greater Geelong awards community grants.
THE City of Greater Geelong has awarded $768,766 in Community Grants to support a range of initiatives, including an outdoor cooking program for Bengali...
December 31, 2023
Women’s health services vital in shaping region’s future
THE Victorian Women's Health Services Network has released a report that underscores the crucial economic role of Women's Health Services in Victoria, emphasising the...
December 31, 2023
Lifesavers celebrate 50 years of helicopter service
SURF Life Saving Australia is closing out the year with a celebration of 50 years of their helicopter service. Launched in 1973 with a $25,000...
December 30, 2023
Wedding bells ring out in record year
THE Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has revealed new data that shows a record number of marriages registered in 2022, marking a significant rebound...
