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Giving customers the very best

This local family owned and operated business in Ocean Grove prides themselves on providing outstanding customer service, by treating their customers as if they...

Cash rate rise puts pressure on homeowners

WITH LOAN MARKET GEELONG

The recent increase to 0.35 per cent in the Reserve Bank’s target cash rate has changed the mood of many homeowners...

Music royalty: The King of Rock and the Prince of Pop

The King of Rock & The Prince of Pop, a music hit-fest starring Marty Rhone as Cliff and Mark Andrew as Elvis, is heading...

On-the-job training: A great way to earn and learn

WITH an abundance of career opportunities in the hospitality industry, The Gordon’s hospitality traineeships are supporting local businesses to find and nurture home grown...

Debt collection for businesses

Running a business can be hard enough without having to deal with debtors who owe you money. Try as you may, sometimes it can...

Here’s Cheers: Harry Brown opens in Torquay

INDEPENDENTLY owned and managed liquor retailer Harry Brown has opened its doors in Torquay. The new 500sqm store is the biggest liquor retailer on the...

Eight tips to beat inflation

INFLATION is on the rise across the world. According to recent statements, the RBA expects inflation to increase in the coming quarters to about...

Why Australians are going crazy for tiny houses

THE demand for tiny houses surged around the world with the COVID-19 pandemic. Australia is no exception. Underpinning this growth trend for tiny houses is...

Scotchmans Hill’s traditional Barrel Hall sale is on again

"GOOD wine can be made in the winery, but great wine is made in the vineyard." Chief winemaker Robin Brockett says Scotchmans Hill focuses on...

Honu Honi offers a luxury surf camp experience

HONU Honi Surf Camp is the only dedicated surf camp in Victoria, specialising in adult surf education and experiences. While we teach adults at all...

Come to dinner with TTT

You are invited to Saskia’s 33rd birthday party in Torquay Theatre Troupe (TTT)’s coming energetic and vulnerable interpretation of Thirty-Three, a comedy- drama penned...

Gourmet retailer to hold warehouse sale

TORQUAY-based online gourmet food retailer The Gourmet Pantry will open its warehouse to the public this weekend for its first Gourmet Warehouse Sale. Usually only...

All welcome at Anglesea Golf Club

ANGLESEA Golf Club welcomes all visitors. Golfers, locals, holidaymakers, interstate, regional and international guests are all welcome at the Clubhouse Bistro and Bar which...

A new level of home design, style and aspiration arrives in Geelong

The new Artisan two storey home design has made its much-anticipated national debut in Geelong. Located in Gen Fyansford, a new sought-after community, the Artisan...

Education Week: Fun and engaging programs to help children thrive

With Education Week fast approaching, Torquay College is celebrating the success of welcoming its community back through the gates for Term 2.

Education Week: Care, collaboration and commitment at Armstrong Creek School

Armstrong Creek School opened its doors to the community in 2018 and is proud to say the school has since grown to be the...

Education Week: Enrol now!

With unprecedented growth in our region places at The Geelong College, and other schools, are becoming harder to get.

Education Week: Bright futures start at Surf Coast Secondary College

Surf Coast Secondary College commenced in 2012 as the only stand-alone government secondary school in Torquay.

Education Week: Developing well-rounded people

Saint Ignatius College Geelong, located on the picturesque Bellarine Peninsula, is a co-educational Catholic College offering outstanding educational opportunities to young women and men...

Education Week: Open day every day

Like many schools in the region, Christian College Geelong schedules specific days in the year for interested prospective parents and others to tour one...

Honu Honi offers a luxury surf camp experience

Honu Honi Surf Camp is the only dedicated surf camp in Victoria, specialising in adult surf education and experiences. While we teach adults at...

Female rock and pop pioneers

Celebrate pioneering women of Aussie pop and rock with Amplified Assembly’s Unsung as part of Geelong Arts Centre Our Season 2022. Join award-winning cabaret powerhouses...

Share your skills and give back to your industry

SHARING your skills and knowledge to train others in your area of expertise can be highly rewarding. With most Australian workers needing to reskill or...

Prepaid funerals– your questions answered

PREPAID funerals are becoming increasingly popular, as people become more aware of the emotional and financial benefits associated with planning ahead. But there are a...