March 28, 2025
Committee for Lorne: Cockie Pics
Cockie Pics Do visitor numbers seem to have risen — again — this year? A casual observation might conclude ... and for the most part,...
March 28, 2025
Time for action in Geelong’s CBD
Hopefully some of you will be aware of my campaign over the last 12 months to bring awareness to and compel action on the...
March 21, 2025
Committee for Lorne: A Managerial History of Lorne
A Managerial History of Lorne Back in the day, the geographical, trade, access, and communication isolation of Australia’s regional towns bred an ethos of self-sufficiency...
March 17, 2025
LiFE! Unveils 2025 Beach Range: Stylish and Sun-Safe for a Never-Ending Australian Summer
For Australians, the beach is more than just a destination – it’s a way of life. Whether it's the sand, surf, or...
March 14, 2025
The Hidden Risks Professionals Face – And How to Protect Yourself
As a professional, you work hard to build your reputation, establish trust with clients, and ensure the quality of your services. But...
March 14, 2025
Committee for Lorne: Our Forever Death: 101 Stop-Go Signs
Our Forever Death: 101 Stop-Go Signs I simply don't understand it. Having girded Spout Creek at Eastern View with 'Go Slow' warning signs, orange traffic...
March 14, 2025
How land tax changes will affect investors
It's that time of year again. For all property investors, the issuing of land tax notices has begun and will arrive in your mailboxes...
March 7, 2025
Committee for Lorne: Vera Lynn and Shelley Beach
Vera Lynn and Shelley Beach Despite the efforts of the cancel culturists who seem to wish history was otherwise and seek to re-write it, written...
March 7, 2025
Fixed vs. variable home loans: which one is right for you?
CHOOSING the right home loan is one of the most important financial decisions you'll make when purchasing a property. Fixed and variable home loans are...
February 28, 2025
Committee for Lorne: The Old Lorne Post Office
The Old Lorne Post Office The Lorne Historical Society was very pleased to recently receive an anonymous donation of the clock face and the brass...
February 28, 2025
Is one rate cut enough for confidence to return?
WITH GARETH KENT, DIRECTOR PRESTON ROWE PATERSON With the Reserve Bank of Australia's (RBA) announcement on Tuesday of a 0.25 per cent rate cut, we...
February 27, 2025
Considine, Conroy win at Phillip Island
SURF Coast duo Ben Considine and Bea Conroy have reigned supreme at Round 1 of the Victorian Longboard Titles on Phillip Island. More than 80...
February 21, 2025
Committee for Lorne: The Lorne Village
The Lorne Village Accommodation issues have long been front and centre of Lorne's collective community mind. Housing has been an ever-vexing and pressing issue, whether...
February 21, 2025
Is it better to buy or lease your business premises?
Weighing the pros and cons of buying vs. Leasing for your business premises For business owners, deciding whether to buy or lease a commercial property...
February 14, 2025
Committee for Lorne: “Drill, Baby, Drill”… Trump vs. the Moon Snail
"Drill, Baby, Drill"... Trump vs. the Moon Snail A current politician, now at the zenith of his powers, has popularised a term—anathema to some—that trumpets...
February 14, 2025
2025: it is all about the RBA
BY GARETH KENT, DIRECTOR PRESTON ROWE PATERSON There is a lot of negative talk about the state of our economy, the politics of the USA,...
February 6, 2025
2025 challenges for the housing and development industry
The Reserve Bank of Australia has hinted to interest rate cuts coming as soon as this month, with most banks having already predicting reductions...
February 6, 2025
Committee for Lorne: The Lorne Surf Lifesaving Club
The Lorne Surf Lifesaving Club: A Community Anchor For decades, the Lorne Surf Lifesaving Club has stood as a beacon of safety on our coastline,...
January 30, 2025
Committee for Lorne: Routine and Ritual
LORNE COMMUNITY CONNECT ARTS PRECINCT – ANNUAL PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION Are you passionate about photography? Do you find beauty in the everyday moments of life? If...
January 24, 2025
Committee for Lorne: Gridlock, Rubbish, and Irritability – Welcome to Summer in Lorne.
You can almost hear the day-trippers singing all the way back to Melbourne after another glorious day queueing on the Great Ocean Road ...
January 23, 2025
Should you buy before you sell or sell before you buy?
WITH DANIEL WALSH AND LEIGH DELEDIO FROM UFINANCIAL Navigating the property market can be challenging, especially when faced with the classic conundrum of whether to...
January 17, 2025
Committee for Lorne: Shoes Aloft – Leaving Their Mark
An expression of loss—or gain? ... a defining triumph? ... a nefarious sign? ... a celebration? ... or a simple expression of the strength...
January 16, 2025
3228 local real estate market wrap-up for Q4 2024
WITH NATURAL REAL ESTATE SENIOR SALES CONSULTANT OLIVIA SWANN The local property market in postcode 3228 remained active in the final quarter of 2024, with...
January 16, 2025
2025’s property market
WITH GARETH KENT, DIRECTOR PRESTON ROWE PATERSON Welcome to 2025. If you're like me and keep putting 2024 on every date, you get a leave...
