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.

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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

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

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 9, 2024

Groundhog day: buses replace trains on Geelong line

COMMUTERS on the Geelong Line will face temporary service changes as buses replace trains for all or part of their journey from Saturday, May...

May 9, 2024

Bonza collapse leaves customers stranded, flight attendants in crisis

THE flight attendants' union has initiated a GoFundMe campaign to support Bonza Airlines' cabin crew, aiding members affected by the airline's recent entry...

May 9, 2024

Demolition begins on fire-damaged buildings in Torquay

WORKS to remove buildings damaged by a recent fire in Torquay's Gilbert Street started on Monday this week. While Gilbert Street remains open to traffic,...

May 7, 2024

NDIS reforms spotlighted in public hearings

FEDERAL Member for Corangamite and chair of the Joint Standing Committee on the National Disability Insurance Scheme, Libby Coker, has said a series of...

May 6, 2024

Virtual fencing success saves wildlife and reduces roadkill

NEW technology has significantly reduced wildlife accidents on Forest Road, with a virtual fencing trial now in its third year showing impressive results. Using sensors...

May 5, 2024

Local warning as Australians continue to lose billions to scams

RESIDENTS are being warned to be alert to scammers as Australians reported losses totalling $2.74 billion to scams last year. The ACCC-National Anti-Scam Centre report...

May 3, 2024

Pioneering health and wellbeing in the workplace

Winning an award is usually a moment of immediate celebration and pride, but for Arthur St, the Health and Wellbeing Promoting Workplace Award, sponsored...

May 3, 2024

Bread and butter issues: Dutton visits Torquay

OPPOSITION Leader Peter Dutton visited Zeally Bay Sourdough this week, as part of a whistle-stop tour along the Surf Coast. General manager Joel Farnan, also...

May 3, 2024

Embark on your Journey with the 2024 Geelong Business Excellence Awards

The Geelong Business Excellence Awards, managed by the Geelong Chamber of Commerce and supported by major sponsors, extend an opportunity that reaches far beyond...

May 3, 2024

The Sands Torquay listed for sale

THE Sands Torquay has been placed on the market by receivers Mackay Goodwin, after the owners defaulted on a loan. Situated in Torquay, the property...

May 3, 2024

Victorian government targets dodgy rentals with new campaign

THE state government is stepping up efforts to ensure rental properties across Victoria meet minimum safety and quality standards with a campaign to educate...

May 3, 2024

Geelong Pest Control: setting the standard in customer service

At Geelong Pest Control, setting a benchmark in the industry begins with a morning bench-press—a literal and metaphorical push towards excellence. This commitment has led...

May 2, 2024

Labor MP Darren Cheeseman ousted over allegations of inappropriate behaviour

PREMIER Jacinta Allan has removed Darren Cheeseman from the Victorian parliamentary Labor Party following multiple allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards female staff. This decision came...

May 2, 2024

Surf Coast remembers on Anzac Day

SURF COAST residents in their thousands gathered for Anzac Day commemorations across the region At Point Danger in Torquay close to 10,000 people attended the...

May 2, 2024

Pharmacist opens up about Knife incident

A FORMER soldier accused of allegedly stabbing a man and threatening others with a knife faced court on Monday. Travis Johnston appeared in Geelong Magistrates...

April 30, 2024

Power outage in Jan Juc and Torquay after truck hits power lines, traffic disrupted

POWER was cut in Jan Juc and Torquay late Tuesday afternoon after a truck connected with power lines on Grossmans Road around 4:00 pm. Traffic...

April 28, 2024

State government calls on Victorian Traditional Owners to join Aboriginal Heritage Council

THE state government is calling on Victorian Traditional Owners to join the Victorian Aboriginal Heritage Council, aiming to safeguard Aboriginal cultural heritage across the...

April 27, 2024

Man arrested in Torquay following alleged stabbing and assaults

VICTORIA Police arrested a man after a series of violent incidents in Torquay, including a stabbing and multiple assaults, on 27 April. Early in the...

April 26, 2024

We will remember them. Lest we forget.

SURF COAST residents in their thousands gathered for Anzac Day commemorations across the region At Point Danger in Torquay close to 10,000 people attended the...

April 26, 2024

Pollocksford Road bridge to close after warnings ignored

POLLOCKSFORD Road bridge in Gnarwarre has been shut down until further notice due to necessary repairs, with traffic now being rerouted along Merrawarp Road. This...