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November 25, 2022

Fast risers fall hardest in market slowdown

GEELONG property values have stabilised alongside other hotspots in regional Australia, new figures show. But industry watchers say the current slowed growth is predictable following...

November 25, 2022

Drysdale greenfield area slated for retirement home

NEW Zealand retirement village operator Summerset has targeted Drysdale for its latest development project and snapped up a 10-hectare block. Summerset Group Holdings announced last...

November 25, 2022

Torquay part of promised mental health centre rollout

LABOR says it would begin planning for a Torquay mental health service if it wins this week's state election. The Surf Coast town was earmarked...

November 25, 2022

“Premium” boutique offices planned for Newtown

Developers have lodged plans for a $13-million riverside business precinct in Newtown. The City of Greater Geelong is advertising the proposal for Riversdale Road, Newtown...

November 25, 2022

Parties with a view from North Shore beauty

LOCATION, luxury and space are the hallmarks for this stunning northern Geelong waterfront home. 31 The Esplanade, North Shore boasts views across Corio Bay to...

November 25, 2022

Big hopes for Big Hill masterpiece

ONE of the Surf Coast's most exclusive properties has hit the market, offering a stunningly rare chance to own a slice of the region's...

November 25, 2022

Auction for Torquay factory sale

Opportunities abound at this rare freehold industrial site that presents an opportunity for a foothold in a leading Torquay precinct. 14 Beacon Boulevard, Torquay is...

November 18, 2022

Builder’s panoramic project nets close to $2m

A construction project from award-winning local business Doherty Building Group has sold at Ocean Grove ahead of the home's completion next month.

November 18, 2022

Newtown gem blends modern touches with period charm

A 19th-century Newtown family home is on the market for the first time in 40 years, with a recent renovation uplifting the period residence...

November 18, 2022

Prime Armstrong Creek commercial properties hit market

Eleven hectares of prime Armstrong Creek commercial property are being offered for sale as the growth suburb's town centre continues taking shape. Stonebridge Property Group...

November 18, 2022

Truly rare chance to buy Surf Coast gem

An Anglesea Great Ocean Road property is selling for the first time in more than a century in a "once-in-a-lifetime" buying opportunity. 133 Great Ocean...

November 18, 2022

Million-dollar views from heritage mansion site

A $125 million transformation of a colonial-era Geelong mansion into luxury waterfront apartments is coming to market. Developers MONNO – formerly CostaFox – has launched...

November 18, 2022

$40m sale for premium commercial centre

A recently renovated Torquay commercial precinct has sold for $40 million in a move investors say is a major show of confidence in the...

November 17, 2022

Shire reassessing pool viability following Armstrong Creek pledge

THE Surf Coast Shire is seeking more information about how a recently promised Armstrong Creek pool will affect the viability of its planned aquatic...

November 16, 2022

Torquay links to Cup placegetters

TORQUAY racehorse owner Ray Dando says connections were perilously close to scratching young stayer Emissary before its stunning run in this year's Melbourne Cup...

November 15, 2022

Andrews promises Geelong women’s health care boost under $71m pledge

A GEELONG women’s health clinic would be expanded to five days a week under a $71 million Labor election commitment to improve the sector. Daniel...

November 14, 2022

Early teaser of Torquay’s 2026 Games event

A TEAM of coastal rowers will hit the water at Torquay foreshore this weekend in a taste of what’s to come when the sport...

November 11, 2022

Next Barwon Heads Road duplication guaranteed following Labor pledge

A SECOND stage of the Barwon Heads Road duplication has bi-partisan state support after Victorian Labor promised to spend $125 million on the project...

November 11, 2022

Civic Precinct on national stage for pioneering safety measures

An innovative approach to workplace safety during construction of Geelong's new council offices has earned its builder a state award and consideration for a...

November 11, 2022

Billion-dollar boost for homebuyer scheme

THE VICTORIAN Government has poured a further $1.1 billion into its shared equity scheme in a move industry lobby groups say will help more...

November 11, 2022

Premium lots on sale as Fyansford display village launches

FINAL lots in a Gen Fyansford estate release have hit the market with five properties available at the peak of the west Geelong community. The...

November 11, 2022

Promising warehouse goes to auction

A prime piece of Geelong industrial real estate is set to go under the hammer today (Friday, November 11). Colliers is selling 122 Victoria Street,...

November 11, 2022

Fabulous Fitzroy Street fetches impressive price tag

Vendors, agents and a successful buyer were left celebrating on Saturday as an inner Geelong gem produced a stunning auction result. 3 Fitzroy Street, Geelong...

November 11, 2022

Coastal paradise stuns inside and out

A brilliant Fairhaven oasis tucked away at the foot of the Otways is on the market, offering a rare blend that combines the best...