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February 27, 2020

Catholics – where to now?

AUSTRALIA'S Catholic Church will hold a Plenary Council in October, the first in 80 years. As part of the process of setting the agenda, the...

February 24, 2020

Seven benefits of installing roller blinds in your home

When visiting your home, some of the attractions that home visitors are most likely to marvel at is the centerpiece statue or your indoor...

February 20, 2020

Signs you need oral and maxillofacial surgery

Anyone who has ever dealt with the pain of a broken tooth can attest to the fact that having a tooth problem can be...

February 20, 2020

Health Creation Centre: Making exercise a habit and not a task

Can you believe we are already eight weeks into 2020?

For many of us, the post-summer holiday blues are out in force, and the good...

January 30, 2020

Sarah’s ready for race day

Here's the third exclusive column from Australian road cyclist Sarah Gigante in the lead-up to this week's Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. It's race...

January 24, 2020

Armstrong Green is retirement living, but not as you know it

Welcome to your new home at Armstrong Green by RCA Villages. Spacious and light-filled, our modern, coastal-style residences offer all the creature comforts, so...

January 16, 2020

Western United to run match day fundraiser in Geelong for bushfire relief

WESTERN United's A-League clash at GMHBA Stadium on Sunday, January 19 will be a special day of entertainment and fundraising for bushfire disaster relief.

At...

January 9, 2020

Smile-Proof your Summer Holiday

 

There’s plenty to love about going away for summer holidays: sunny days by the pool; walks along the beach; the joy of afternoon barbecues. Probably...

January 7, 2020

Check your pool gate and swim safe this summer

Summer is finally here and it's time to dive into our pools, but did you know a third of pool owners have never checked...

December 29, 2019

Avoid the Otways on Monday, Surf Coast Shire to close services

WITH extreme weather conditions forcing the abandonment of the Falls Festival at Lorne today, Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) is urging people to avoid...

December 24, 2019

City of Greater Geelong: Councillor’s Column with Bruce Harwood

Yellow bins Kerbside recycling has been back operating in Greater Geelong for more than a week now. The deal between Cleanaway and G21 councils has been...

December 24, 2019

Cool down this summer and win an air conditioner with Harvey Norman

HARVEY Norman Waurn Ponds is offering Times News Group readers the chance to win a Fujitsu 7kW Reverse Cycle Split System Air Conditioner valued...

December 19, 2019

Where the hell’s Bells on the top beaches list?

WHEN a list of Australia’s ‘Top 20 Beaches’ was released last week, Surf Coast residents clamoured to see which of the region’s beaches would...

December 18, 2019

Win tickets and a reserved table at the Great Australian Beer Festival

THE eighth annual Great Australian Beer Festival (GABF) Geelong is moving to a new home in central Geelong on January 18. Johnstone Park in...

December 18, 2019

Festival celebrates 10 years of classy glass art

In 2020, the annual Festival of Glass will be 10 years old and it's holding a three-month birthday party to celebrate. Special birthday party guests...

December 5, 2019

Opinion: Fire complacency could cost your life

VICTORIA is at the start of another hot, dry and difficult fire season. That was clear on November 21 when we called the first...

December 5, 2019

Shop and win for Christmas at Torquay Village Shopping Centre

ONE lucky customer has the chance to win $2,000 in Torquay Village gift cards this Christmas. Shopping centre spokesperson Daniel Feldman said the winner could...

November 29, 2019

Geelong commuters, set your alarm clock to cruise control

There will be an abundance of celebrations on Monday December 2 at 6.45 am, when we set sail on the first official cruise from...

November 28, 2019

Geelong Lawn Tennis Club set to host ladies’ tournament

THE very popular pre-Christmas ladies’ tournament is set to take place at Geelong Lawn Tennis Club on Tuesday, December...

November 28, 2019

Woolworths Kingston Village opens soon

IT'S AN EXCITING time for Ocean Grove locals, with the grand opening of the fresh new Woolworths Kingston Village at 9am on Wednesday, December...

November 28, 2019

Christmas fun for all ages at Warralily

The Warralily Christmas Spectacular is on this Saturday, November 30 at Mirambeena Park, Warralily Boulevard, Armstrong Creek from 3-8pm. In its sixth year, the popular...

November 28, 2019

A hot tip on evaporative cooling

THE sun is here, it’s heating up and pet owners are checking the weather daily. Now seems like a great time for us at Property...

November 28, 2019

Surf safety ambassadors sought

HELP us increase awareness of water safety this summer and keep visitors to the Surf Coast safe. This summer, we are seeking businesses and accommodation...

November 27, 2019

The ultimate family retreat in Torquay

This as new architecturally inspired builder's own home encapsulates the essence of seaside living at its finest in the heart of Old Torquay. A stunning...