October 21, 2022
Rural sustainability at its finest
Luxurious rural living, sustainability, business opportunities and hobby farming options all combine in this stunning Moriac residence. 770 Hendy Main Road has hit the market,...
October 21, 2022
Mount Duneed displays claim state gongs
A pair of Mount Duneed display homes have won recognition as the best in the state at Master Builders Victoria's Excellence in Housing Awards. Long...
October 21, 2022
Leopold rezone to go before planning panel
A state planning panel will review submissions on a plan to rezone two proposed residential blocks at the edge of Leopold. The City of Greater...
October 19, 2022
Aireys art hub seeks more space
AN AIREYS Inlet art gallery is planning an expansion that would modernize its displays and allow it to showcase more local artworks. Great Ocean Road...
October 19, 2022
Start imminent for second Winch servo
WINCHELSEA'S long-awaited BP service station is set to shortly open after several years as a one-stop town. Planners have applied to the Surf Coast Shire...
October 19, 2022
Marlins make a splash during season start
A SUCCESSFUL start to representative games has started Geelong Marlins' water polo season strongly as a host of local players showed off their talents...
October 17, 2022
Anglesea Open, Pro-Am back on course after long absence
PROFESSIONAL golf will return to Anglesea for the first time in seven years on the weekend as the Anglesea Open tees off. Surf Coast amateur...
October 17, 2022
Liberals promise all-in-one emergency services hub
THE Liberal Party has promised to include a State Emergency Service (SES) unit in a $14 million “one stop shop” for emergency services for...
October 16, 2022
Libs pledge funding for Barwon Heads Road stage two
THE Victorian Opposition has promised to provide $125 million for the second stage of the Barwon Heads Road duplication if it wins the coming...
October 15, 2022
Beach venue for new Comm Games water sport
GEELONG region beaches are set to host Commonwealth Games events in 2026 with the addition of coastal rowing to the sports program. The state government...
October 14, 2022
More concern at rocketing rents
Torquay, the Bellarine and Geelong have dominated a new list of priciest regional rental locations as housing advocates renew calls for greater government investment...
October 14, 2022
Value decline flattens for start of spring
Property market researchers are hopeful the property market is showing signs of marginal improvement despite another value drop in September. CoreLogic's Home Value Index recorded...
October 14, 2022
New street benchmark follows record-setting trend
A new record for Geelong's Kilgour Street has followed a bumper sales period at the top end of the city's real estate market. McGrath Estate...
October 14, 2022
Hot auctions raise confidence for lucrative spring
A weekend of strong auction results for Surf Coast vendors has raised hopes that the region could dodge the worst impacts of the present...
October 13, 2022
Half-price trains under Liberal pledge
A STATE Liberal Government would halve the cost of V/Line services in a move the party said could save Geelong families thousands of dollars...
October 11, 2022
Surf Coast desal idea for future water challenges
DESALINATION plants at Lorne and Apollo Bay could play a key role in securing the region's water supply future according to a new management...
October 11, 2022
Fishos carpark design unveiled
FISHERMANS Beach is due for a revamp of its car park, boat facilities and beach access, with new designs open for feedback. The Great Ocean...
October 10, 2022
Cash promise for Apollo Bay surf training hub
A REGIONAL-level ocean safety centre could be on the way to Apollo Bay if the Liberal Party wins government at the coming election, following...
October 6, 2022
Industry backs early start of federal initiative
Housing industry leaders have welcomed the start of a regional first home buyer scheme that guarantees part of a mortgage deposit. Last Saturday. he federal...
October 6, 2022
Agency seeking aged care support
AN AGED care provider is bringing a recruitment drive to Torquay next week in a bid to attract more locals to in-home care jobs. Federal...
October 6, 2022
Skills session targeted at first home buyers
A new Geelong workshop will aim to provide first home buyers with the skills and confidence to make the leap into the property market. Real...
October 3, 2022
Jirrahlinga opens new central Vic site
WILDLIFE sanctuary Jirrahlinga has started its new life in central Victoria after shutting its doors at Barwon Heads earlier this year. The conservation centre has...
October 3, 2022
Stargazing tiny home shows off coast landscape
AN OFF-grid accommodation experience is on its way to the region with the aim of immersing visitors in the Great Ocean Road landscape. A Port...
October 1, 2022
Deposit hurdle lowered for first home buyers
FIRST home buyers will be able to enter the housing market with just a five per cent deposit from next month as the new...
Latest News
Nov 23, 2024
Cats confirm initial AFLW list changes
Nov 23, 2024
Local netballers added to VIS scholarship program
Nov 23, 2024
Local lifesavers excel at first Summer Sport event
Nov 23, 2024