March 29, 2022
Otways bike trails take another step forward
WORK will start this month on the latest project of an Otways mountain bike trail development. State government authorities will soon kick off construction of...
March 29, 2022
Cape Otway lessons inform state koala plan
A NEW Victorian koala protection plan says Cape Otway's marsupial population will require intensive management in coming years, but the region's successful management practices...
March 27, 2022
Major burning program gathers pace
THOUSANDS of hectares of bushland will burn in the coming weeks as fire authorities ramp up fuel management programs. Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) has...
March 27, 2022
VCAT blocks proposed beachside penthouse
A TORQUAY developer has failed in its bid to add a fourth-storey penthouse to a planned retail and apartment building on The Esplanade. Luso applied...
March 26, 2022
Iona College looks to the future
BURGEONING Armstrong Creek school Iona College is looking forward to a sustained period of exponential growth, as it takes its next steps towards becoming...
March 26, 2022
State to retake management of Lightstation
CAPE Otway Lightstation will change hands to the state Labor Government from mid-year, as authorities finalise plans to preserve and promote Aboriginal heritage of...
March 24, 2022
Folk favourite to reunite with Bellarine fans
Australian folk darling Julia Stone has promised to have Bellarine fans up and dancing this weekend as her latest record makes its debut in...
March 24, 2022
YMCA project just the beginning for renewables fund
A GEELONG grassroots initiative to boost renewable energy infrastructure at local facilities has support from a state MP, with projects elsewhere in the region...
March 24, 2022
Fitzgibbon becomes Harvey Norman ambassador in expanded surf deal
Leading Australian retailer Harvey Norman will continue its support for Torquay’s iconic Bells Beach Pro surfing event after extending a sponsorship agreement. Australian surfing legend...
March 23, 2022
Late change to festival line-up
BOY and Bear will replace San Cisco at this weekend's By the Pier music festival. A positive COVID case in the San Cisco touring party...
March 23, 2022
ABC TV comedy begins filming at Anglesea
CAMERA crews at Anglesea have set local tongues wagging, as an ABC comedy series starts filming at picturesque coastal locations.
Producers Gristmill have begun shooting...
March 22, 2022
Ryan’s day a big hit
PERFECT weather and a strong crowd of generous donors have helped raise close to $80,000 for a Geelong bereavement service in honour of much-loved...
March 19, 2022
Green groups inspect gas terminal plans
ENVIRONMENT Victoria is recruiting volunteer scientists to scrutinise a Viva Energy impacts report on its floating gas terminal project, amid claims the company has...
March 19, 2022
Sales squeeze forces festival cancellation
AUSTRALIAN chart-toppers Lime Cordiale have scrapped a planned Mount Duneed music festival next month and will instead play at a rival event. The pop rock...
March 19, 2022
Young professionals benefit from expert knowledge
GEELONG'S budding tourism and arts professionals will have a rare opportunity to rub shoulders with local business leaders at a networking event next week. Geelong...
March 18, 2022
Local women in the spotlight for international campaign
TORQUAY Community House has celebrated the inspirational women of the region at an International Women's Day event, while potentially starting a new tradition. About 20...
March 18, 2022
Chargers target big crowd for Big V opener
A NEW era of Surf Coast basketball will tip off on Saturday, when Torquay-based club Surf Coast Chargers hosts its first games in Victoria's...
March 14, 2022
Council investigates new fix for Lorne’s bird litter problem
A PERMANENT solution to deter Lorne's cunning cockatoos from spreading rubbish around town could be on its way. Lorne Men's Shed volunteers might have designed...
March 14, 2022
Geelong bouncing as hoops centre circles new open date
A NEW floor for Grovedale's Hoop City basketball complex is on route as the facility plans its belated launch within the next month. The centre...
March 13, 2022
Torquay business makes net-zero pledge, as Labor outlines manufacturing plan
TORQUAY snow wear company XTM has outlined plans to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2040 in response to climate challenges that pose direct threats...
March 12, 2022
Rescuers hopping for joy after wallaby rescue
A WALKABOUT wallaby has found a new home on the Surf Coast after becoming trapped for several days at a Geelong factory complex. Surfcoast Wildlife...
March 12, 2022
Mental health plan for student resilience
HUNDREDS of Charlemont high school students have become the latest to participate in a preventative mental health program aimed at improving outcomes for young...
March 10, 2022
Local fans treated to explosive Nitro show
HIGH-FLYING stunts thrilled Geelong fans for an action-packed return of Nitro Circus to Kardinia Park this week. Mind-blowing jumps, death-defying flips and awe-inspiring fireworks displays...
March 9, 2022
Wye River bridge upgrade back on
THE state government has returned to plans to replace Wye River's Great Ocean Road bridge and will begin building the project this year. Regional Roads...
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