Pool parties at a sunny hotspot
When your team wants to let their hair down at an end-of-year celebration, Sunnymead Hotel is just the place. Like something out of Barbie, this...
Discover the benefits of living at Kithbrooke Park Country Club
For those considering a move from their present home, Kithbrooke Park Country Club may be the perfect choice, with a selection of spacious coastal...
What happens to your pet if something happens to you?
If your elderly parent needs to move into aged care, could you, or are you in a situation that you could take care of...
Cost of living pressure continue beyond the grave – can your executors afford to administer your estate?
When someone passes away, the people appointed by the will to manage the deceased person's affairs (the executors) are often required to apply for...
Bellarine Springs powers up with second solar array
Bellarine Springs, a leading retirement community committed to providing affordable and sustainable living for its residents, has announced the commissioning of its second solar...
Simple things done extraordinarily well
A newcomer in the destinational dining scene is TARRA Queenscliff, set on the edge of the beach and nestled on the ground floor of...
Navigating personal injury compensation: a seniors’ guide
As people age, the risk of accidents can increase, making it crucial to understand rights and available support. Personal injury compensation is a key resource,...
Have issues with your aged care?
If you support someone receiving aged care services, are receiving care yourself, or thinking about your aged care options, it is essential to know...
Creating memorable celebrations at the Geelong Arts Centre
Theatre shows, comedy and live music one night, parties, functions and fundraisers the next, Geelong Arts Centre is a venue that wears many hats. While...
Tuckers leading the way – prepaid pay by instalments plans
The rising cost of living is on the tip of most people's tongues - no matter where we are in life, just starting out,...
How to use your superannuation to boost your Centrelink benefits
When planning for retirement, two key pillars we often lean on are superannuation and Centrelink. Superannuation is widely regarded as one of the most tax-effective...
as stunning as the views
For a memorable Christmas or New Year's Eve celebration, 360Q is the perfect waterfront venue on the Bellarine Peninsula. Overlooking the stunning Queenscliff Harbour and...
Making the journey a better one
Country to Coast Home Care Services founded in 2018, is an award-winning home care service provider helping people stay comfortable and connected, in their...
Arcare – the new age of care
Australian owned and operated for more than 40 years, Arcare is renowned for creating stunning architecturally designed living environments with luxurious interiors and spacious...
Celebrate the end of year in style
As the year draws to a close, it is time to reflect, celebrate and look ahead. What better way to mark the occasion than by...
A timeless venue for unforgettable occasions
The Portarlington Grand Hotel (PGH) stands as a beacon of history and elegance on the Bellarine Peninsula. Having first opened its doors in the late...
Committee for Lorne: How to ‘immerse’ in Lorne.
At the recent award ceremony and luncheon to acknowledge the recipient of the biennial Doug Stirling Community Cup, the more than worthy successful nominees...
Markets predict four RBA rate cuts by late 2025
WITH DANIEL WALSH AND LEIGH DELEDIO FROM UFINANCIAL A potential series of rate cuts could save homeowners over $5,000 annually, but rising demand may complicate...
Committee for Lorne: Meet Leon Walker
Meet Leon Walker: Independent Candidate for the Otway Range Ward in the Surf Coast Shire 2024 Elections I am proud to announce my candidacy for...
Our CBD – a proper market square is the fix
WITH GARETH KENT, DIRECTOR PRESTON ROWE PATERSON Geelong CBD has more than 25,000sqm of empty office space, with another 42,000 sqm currently in the planning...
Navigating your first home purchase: a 25-year-old’s guide to getting it done
Entering the property market as a first-time buyer feels like stepping into a maze. Interest rates are sky-high, homes are less affordable than ever, and...
It’s time to claim back our CBD
WITH GARETH KENT Geelong CBD is at a crunch point and many years of previous investment are about to be wasted if we do not...
Committee for Lorne: ‘Lorne-Link’… the SS Casino
It must have been a grand sight and sound show for a small town. What a cacophony. What a pageant of movement. Picture this ......
Managing the rising cost of living
WITH DANIEL WALSH AND LEIGH DELEDIO FROM UFINANCIAL Life is expensive. The cost of living has skyrocketed while wages seem pretty stagnant, or at least...