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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Dress Your Space is going above and beyond for your space

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Dress Your Space, formerly The Outdoor Furniture Specialist, recently turned one earlier this year in August.

Take care of the skin you’re in

WITH MINISTRY OF SKIN With summer approaching, moles have been brought to mind as people want to ensure they are safe. With Australia having the highest...

Everybody be cool with National Heating & Cooling

- SPONSORED POST - Whether you are looking to stay cool during the summer or keep warm during the colder months, National Heating & Cooling...