About: Angus Smith
- Profile
- 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.
May 24, 2024
Colin Hay’s still a man at work
Prepare for an unforgettable night as Colin Hay, the legendary voice of Men at Work, brings his dynamic presence to Geelong on June 29. Known...
May 24, 2024
Otway Basin blasting slammed for poor consultation
THE community consultation process for a planned seismic blasting project in the Otway Basin has come under fire for again failing to properly engage...
May 22, 2024
Outgoing Avalon Airport boss advocates for rail connection in final interview
AVALON Airport chief executive Tony Brun, in his final interview before announcing his departure last Wednesday, reiterated that a rail connection to Avalon Airport...
May 22, 2024
Dodgy door-knockers told to take a cold shower
THE Victorian government has banned telemarketing and door-knocking under the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program in response to consumer complaints about high-pressure sales tactics. The...
May 21, 2024
Torquay to Jan Juc cliff trail likely to close in next five years
A NEW report from the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority highlights community feedback and outlines future management actions for the cliff trail...
May 21, 2024
Jan Juc man fined for littering after tossing coffee cups from car
A JAN JUC man has been fined $531 after pleading guilty to two charges of unlawfully depositing waste at Freshwater Creek. The incident occurred on...
May 19, 2024
CFA urges caution for landowners burning off
THE Country Fire Authority (CFA) is urging landowners to take extra precautions before lighting burn-offs, following a year in which volunteers responded to 815...
May 17, 2024
Surfrider pushes for strong Global Plastics Treaty as local clean-up efforts grow more challenging
SURFRIDER Foundation representatives have participated in the fourth session of the United Nations Environment Programme's Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) in Ottawa, Canada, aiming to...
May 15, 2024
Torquay brewery shuts down, seeks buyers
SOU’WEST BREWERY, a craft brewery and restaurant located in Torquay's former Quiksilver head office, has ceased operations as it entered voluntary administration. Craig Shepard and...
May 14, 2024
New home loan values climb, driven by larger loans and rising house prices
THE value of new housing loans in Australia has surged to $27.6 billion, marking a 17.9 per cent increase since March 2023, according to...
May 14, 2024
Torquay to host panel on the future of independent publishing
THE Surf Coast will explore the future of independent publishing with a free panel discussion at Patagonia Torquay on Thursday, 30 May from 6...
May 14, 2024
Anglesea educator named local legend
THE Surf Coast Shire has honoured Sue Saw, a devoted educator and volunteer, with its latest Local Legend award, recognising her enduring impact on...
May 13, 2024
Government to cutstudent debt by $3 billion
THE Albanese government has announced a significant reduction in student debt, affecting more than three million Australians, ahead of its third federal budget to...
May 13, 2024
Nature Positive Plan aims to strengthen environmental protection
THE federal government has unveiled the second stage of its Nature Positive Plan, enhancing protections for Australia's natural environment while aiming for more efficient...
May 13, 2024
Rage applying becomes latest workplace trend among Australian professionals
THE phenomenon known as "rage applying" has emerged as the latest trend among Australian professionals, according to a study by recruitment company Robert Walters. Defined...
May 12, 2024
Extreme solar storm triggers stunning Southern Lights display
A DAZZLING display of auroras lit up the night skies across the region on Saturday, as an intense geomagnetic storm rated G5, the highest...
May 12, 2024
Jan Juc beach reopens
THE Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority (GORCAPA) has announced the reopening of a section of Jan Juc Beach, following a closure due...
May 11, 2024
Young people back vape ban
New research has revealed strong support among young adults for removing vaping products from retail outlets. The Cancer Council study shows more than 80 per...
May 11, 2024
Toxic sea foam prompts urgent call to action
MORE than 50 respected Australian academics and leaders have called on environment minister Tanya Plibersek to take a bold leadership stance on water recycling. The...
May 10, 2024
Applications open for 2025 Pegasus Scholarships.
The Geelong College is inviting applications for its 2025 Pegasus Scholarships, aimed at students with exceptional co-curricular talents entering Years 9, 10, or 11. These...
May 10, 2024
Championing apprenticeships and traineeships in local industries
Victorian Group Training (VGTC) has been a cornerstone in the Geelong, Bellarine, and Surf Coast communities for over two decades, providing extensive training and...
May 10, 2024
New bike path between Torquay and Geelong
A NEW bike path linking Torquay to Geelong is on the drawing board, promising a safer and more scenic route for cyclists away from...
May 10, 2024
Mount Duneed welcomes House of Hope women’s rehab centre
NEW women's residential rehabilitation centre, House of Hope, has officially opened in Mount Duneed, offering a vital resource for women and mothers with children...
May 10, 2024
Tapping into the community for educational innovation.
The St Aloysius Primary School is leveraging its strong local connections to provide students with innovative educational experiences. Visual/performing arts and STEAM educators Jo Britt...
Latest News
May 10, 2025
Mayfair dazzles at Bellbrae
May 10, 2025
Captivating coastal living
May 10, 2025
HIA urge re-elected government to prioritise housing
May 10, 2025
A few sandy footsteps to the beach
May 10, 2025