August 17, 2022
Ministers heed call to boost FMD response
SURF Coast Shire Council and local Opposition MPs have called for increased measures to prevent an outbreak of foot and mouth disease, which they...
August 15, 2022
Cricket plan dropped down the order
CRICKET nets for Banyul Warri Fields remain part of council planning but are deep in a queue for planned sporting precinct upgrades. Surfcoast Stingrays Cricket...
August 12, 2022
Andrews breaks ground on Geelong parenting centre
PREMIER Daniel Andrews was in Geelong this morning to mark the start of construction for a new Early Parenting Centre. Mr Andrews turned the first...
August 12, 2022
Geelong leapfrogs Melbourne for home value
GEELONG's median house price has surpassed Melbourne's as the region weathered a recent market downturn better than its metropolitan neighbour. CoreLogic data showed Geelong region,...
August 12, 2022
Rate rises begin to bite industry
HOUSING activity indicators have slumped in latest figures, showing decreasing buyer confidence amid anxiety around construction industry pressure and interest rates. Australian Bureau of Statistics...
August 12, 2022
Riverfront lifestyle awaits at Winchelsea
THE LATEST chance for an idyllic rural lifestyle at Winchelsea is hitting the market. McCartney Real Estate will soon release new lots in central Winchelsea...
August 11, 2022
Cycling for SIDS support
A PELOTON of local riders will embark on a 100-kilometre tour of Geelong and the Bellarine this weekend to raise money for an annual...
August 11, 2022
Local help needed for garden group plan
A TEAM of Armstrong Creek green thumbs is seeking local support for its plan to establish a dedicated community garden for the suburb. Warralily Community...
August 10, 2022
Builders want more action to protect growth
HOME building industry leaders have called for more federal government action to curb inflation as it reveals its "grave concern" about the impact of...
August 10, 2022
Softened stance on nature strip rules
GRAVEL on nature strips could soon be banned as Surf Coast Shire Council moves to clarify rules for roadside green space through a dedicated...
August 9, 2022
Athletics plan on right track
SURF COAST Shire Council will add a potential athletics track to its list of considerations for a long-term infrastructure framework following a community call...
August 9, 2022
Veteran campaigns for overdue honour
CLIFTON SPRINGS Navy veteran Derek Haayema is renewing a 25-year campaign for the Australian government to award military medals to personnel of a courageous...
August 7, 2022
Plan finalised for coastal trail
A FINAL masterplan for the $23.8 million Great Ocean Road Coastal Trail has been released, with state authorities to visit local communities in coming...
August 7, 2022
Top rating for Geelong track
GEELONG Racecourse earned official recognition as the cream of regional Victoria when its track surface won an award at an industry conference last week. Geelong...
August 7, 2022
Seawall plan for Great Ocean Road
STATE authorities will build a rock seawall at Eastern View as part of ongoing works to manage erosion impacts along the Surf Coast. The Department...
August 6, 2022
New framework for developer costs
An updated infrastructure contribution framework is now in effect for Torquay and Jan Juc, outlining payments developers must make for community facilities when building...
August 5, 2022
Community push to finish pavilion seating
LORNE residents have the chance to leave their mark on the town's central recreation hub and help round off a multi-million-dollar project. Stribling Reserve Community...
August 4, 2022
Creek library draws closer with construction deal
ARMSTRONG CREEK'S new library is due to start construction this month after the City of Greater Geelong awarded a $18 million construction contract. The city...
August 4, 2022
Green groups hit out at port gas deal
GEELONGPORT has agreed a deal with Viva Energy to build a gas import terminal just days after opposing the project in a public submissions...
August 3, 2022
Stamp duty set to stay
The Victorian government says it has no plans at the moment to heed a property industry call for stamp duty reform. The state treasury has...
July 31, 2022
Wrap yourself in woolstore’s history
A FAMOUS Geelong building will celebrate its 150-year anniversary next week, with its present custodians inviting the community to absorb the institution's illustrious history. CJ...
July 31, 2022
Moriac charging towards renewable future
MORIAC'S growing community of electric vehicle users now have a free local charge point. Moriac Community Network has installed a new seven-kilowatt charger at the...
July 30, 2022
Local buyers hit brakes amid rate rise concern
PROPERTY markets will cool down until next year, a Torquay broker says, as buyers baulk at looming interest rate rises in coming months. But most...
July 30, 2022
Future Torquay North housing block for sale
One of Torquay's last developable land lots has hit the market, with selling agents spruiking an opportunity for hundreds more residential properties. South Melbourne-based Core...
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