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Backing the Geelong region for a post-COVID future

Geelong’s job market needs all the support it can muster right now.

Fardy Facts: Facemask facts

Hi, I'm Sarah Fardy, your Surf Coast resident scientist!

Post-lockdown: Preparing to purchase on the Surf Coast

WITH SURF COAST FINANCE

The biggest question most potential buyers have as they prepare to buy is how low will property prices drop.

Win a heating package to the value of $2000.00 thanks to Harvey Norman

Whether you want to create a cosy and ambient room with a flickering electric fireplace or heat your home with high-quality panel heaters,

Amid global uncertainty, Rural Bank identifies next generation of Agri-leaders

A substantial boost to aid the transition to tertiary study has been provided to 19 well-deserving regional and rural students through Rural Bank’s annual...

Beyond Ocean Grove: Virtual healthcare – creating the buzz in a complicated time

BY DR CATHERINE ALLISON, OSTEOPATH

If COVID-19 has taught us anything, it is the need to adapt, to innovate and embrace opportunity.

Fardy Facts: We don’t all sit inside the “bell curve”

Hi I am Sarah Fardy, I’m your Surf Coast resident scientist!

Get the level of support your business needs

IF YOU are a business owner struggling with your taxes or wanting to ensure you take full advantage of the government’s support schemes, now...

#BuySurfCoast this Mother’s Day

Surf Coast Shire businesses are ready to help you spoil your mum for Mother’s Day. You mightn’t be able to take her out on...

Fardy Facts: Survival of COVID-19 on surfaces

Hi I am Sarah Fardy, I’m your Surf Coast resident scientist!

Life at Scotch College

Founded in 1851, Scotch College has been educating boys for 169 years. Located in the heart of suburban Melbourne, our beautiful single campus, spanning...

Fardy Facts: The science of anxiety

Hi I am Sarah Fardy, I’m your Surf Coast resident scientist!

Becoming a barista at home

TERM Two is upon us and getting children ready for a day of at home learning is no easy task, but there is one...

The Beach Hotel reopens for takeaway

After closing its doors to the public, a publican and his team couldn’t be happier to be rolling out their famed food and drinks...

Top 5 Tips To Design Space With Bedroom Pendant Lighting

We’re going to let you in on one of our trade secrets. It’s a trick that allows you to transform the look...

The best of Bells at Easter

THE Rip Curl Pro usually takes over Bells Beach at Easter, but that sadly wasn’t the case this year because of the coronavirus. Instead, for...

Health Creation Centre: A way to release jaw tension

Ever woken up with a splitting headache and an unusually tight jaw? Or caught yourself clenching your jaw while concentrating on an important task at...

Fardy Facts: COVID-19 vaccine

Hi, I’m Sarah Fardy, I know stuff about science.

New name, same service

Since 2012 Surf Coast Home Doctor has been a trusted name in the Surf Coast community. Providing outstanding healthcare to local families in the...

Get creative with cooking

As children spend more time indoors due to alternative schooling arrangements, why not use this time to ignite their passion for cooking through family...

Shop locally and help Surf Coast Shire’s small businesses

DURING the necessary self-isolation due to coronavirus, if you are looking for ways to get “no contact” takeaway and home delivered goods, as well...

Camper conversions a labour of love

WHEN Torquay couple Ronny and Tania met 15 years ago while Ronny was backpacking around Australia, they weren't to know that a spontaneous decision...

When Bells Beach welcomed the world

BY CHRISTINE BARR, TORQUAY MUSEUM WITHOUT WALLS WHILE this year’s Rip Curl Pro has unfortunately been suspended, 2020 marks 50 years since the World Titles...

Experience Metricon’s display homes from the comfort of your couch

At Metricon Homes, we love having you visit our display homes, but we understand sometimes it may not always be convenient for you to...