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November 11, 2022

Stunning views surround Esplanade beauty

Ocean at the front door and a lagoon at the back – this rare St Leonards opportunity offers an incredible coastal retreat.

November 11, 2022

Secluded oasis offers unique coastal luxury

A PRIVATE sanctuary nestled among Jan Juc bushland is up for sale in a rare opportunity to own a luxury residence in the tightly...

November 8, 2022

Breamlea surf club granted funding wish

BANCOORA Surf Lifesaving Club would receive an $8 million lifeline under a Coalition State Government. Liberal candidate for South Barwon Andrew Katos and Polwarth Liberal...

November 7, 2022

Rock wall build begins

CONSTRUCTION has started on a new seawall to protect an eroding shoreline near the Great Ocean Road's famous Memorial Arch. The Department of Environment, Land...

November 5, 2022

Cheaper trains, more often under Labor election pledge

LABOR would cap daily regional rail fares at the same rate as metropolitan services under a $1 billion election commitment. Premier Daniel Andrews unveiled the...

November 4, 2022

Tax, planning reform high on election agenda

HOUSING Industry Australia (HIA) has called on the next state government to scrap the Windfall Gains Tax following next month's election. HIA claims that the...

November 4, 2022

Rentals drifting out of reach for low-income earners

DISADVANTAGED renters are seeing housing costs taking greater shares of their household budgets and become increasingly unaffordable across the Geelong-Surf Coast region. State housing agency...

November 4, 2022

One million reasons for confidence

BUILDING industry bodies have welcomed a federal government initiative to facilitate construction of one million new homes within five years from 2024. Last week's federal...

November 4, 2022

Auction for Bellarine beachfront opportunity

A RARE slice of seaside Point Lonsdale real estate will go under the hammer tomorrow. The home at one of the Bellarine towns most sought-after...

November 4, 2022

Ocean vista sure to turn heads

YOU'D be hard-pressed to find a better view anywhere in the Surf Coast. 107 Ocean Boulevard, Jan Juc has hit the market for the first...

November 4, 2022

Mammoth price expected for Newtown mansion

A "once-in-a-lifetime" Newtown property has hit the market, with agents confident of securing an eight-figure sum for the prestigious property. Rannoch House, at 50B Skene...

November 3, 2022

Stadium repair nears completion

WINCHELSEA Leisure Time Centre (LTC) is due to reopen next month as repairs of the facility's troublesome floor reaches its final stages. State agency the...

November 2, 2022

Bay camping project to wait

AUTHORITIES have agreed to put a planned upgrade of Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve's camping facilities on hold until development of a masterplan for the...

November 1, 2022

Lorne’s cheers to dining rule change

LORNE Aquatic and Angling Club's beer garden is set to return for summer after the state government changed its rules to allow leasing businesses...

October 31, 2022

Townhouse plan for Torquay site

A PLAN to convert an old Torquay block into eight double-storey townhouses is now open for public comment. The Surf Coast Shire is advertising a...

October 30, 2022

Planting project a winner for primary students

BELLBRAE Primary School students got their hands dirty to help their local environment for a tree planting excursion at the Spring Creek Ridge. Grade 5...

October 28, 2022

Old Torquay beauty retains coastal charm

A slice of Old Torquay has been snapped up by eager buyers within days of its listing and before reaching an open house on...

October 28, 2022

Interest to take off at rural plane lover’s dream

A Little River farming paradise complete with a private airfield and original Bluestone structures has hit the market. Mouyong, at 438 Edgars Road, is a...

October 28, 2022

Spring selling season kicking into gear

Property economists expect a spring market bloom to accelerate in the coming weeks as the central bank slows down its interest rate rises. PropTrack senior...

October 28, 2022

ON THE OUTER: Fishos car park plan leaves club’s future in doubt

TORQUAY Outrigger Canoe Club (TOCC) fears it is being forced out of its Fishermans Beach home after draft plans for an upgrade of the...

October 28, 2022

Auction result an indicator of top-end surge

A bumper $3 million auction sale result indicates the ongoing strength of the Bellarine's premium property market, agents say. The exceptional Barwon Heads location at...

October 28, 2022

Flood demand to worsen supply strain

Construction costs are continuing to rise from record levels, as experts warn Victoria's flood repairs will add further stress to the national industry. Property industry...

October 21, 2022

Perfect Pevensey could break Geelong record

One of Geelong's most awe-inspiring properties is on the market for a sale that could break a suburb record. 17 Pevensey Crescent, Geelong, also known...

October 21, 2022

Coastal retreat showcases ocean vista

Portarlington's peaceful lifestyle is captured perfectly in this perfectly positioned central townhouse. 15B High Street features outstanding ocean views across Port Phillip Bay to the...