October 7, 2024
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...
October 7, 2024
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...
October 7, 2024
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,...
October 7, 2024
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...
October 7, 2024
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...
October 7, 2024
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...
October 4, 2024
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...
October 3, 2024
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...
September 27, 2024
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...
September 26, 2024
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...
September 16, 2024
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...
September 13, 2024
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...
September 13, 2024
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 ......
September 5, 2024
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...
August 29, 2024
Time to be positive
WITH GARETH KENT, DIRECTOR PRESTON ROWE PATERSON In any property cycle there are opportunities. One person’s misfortune is another’s gain. We are now 19 months into...
August 23, 2024
Committee for Lorne: Surveys — The Devil Hides in the Detail
The origin of the idiom "The devil is in the detail" is attributed to Friedrich Nietzsche, a German philosopher and poet who is quoted...
August 22, 2024
If the Olympics didn’t get local athletes up and about, maybe this will
WITH DANIEL WALSH AND LEIGH DELEDIO FROM UFINANCIAL Did you know that in the past, professional athletes and Olympians often faced challenges securing home loans...
August 22, 2024
The power of a positive inner voice
WITH SCOTT WATTERS - LifeChanger Foundation At LifeChanger Foundation, we believe that the foundation of a fulfilling life begins with the conversations we have with...
August 15, 2024
Figures finally trending in the right direction
WITH GARETH KENT, DIRECTOR PRESTON ROWE PATERSON What a change a few numbers can make! Last week the publication of the June Quarter inflation numbers crucially...
August 9, 2024
Geelong meets its meat maestro
WITH CAM O'KEEFE Remember the good ol' days when enjoying a meal out was as commonplace as anything in our daily lives? At the drop of...
August 8, 2024
How long does it take to get a home loan?
BY DANIEL WALSH AND LEIGH DELEDIO Navigating the timeline for securing a home loan is crucial when diving into the property market. Here's a breakdown of...
August 2, 2024
Committee for Lorne: Nature — The Master Sculptor
Sculpture time will soon loom again on Lorne's horizon ... if the stars of funding, organisation, and energy align. It is a time when our...
August 1, 2024
A touch of the cold weather blues
WITH GARETH KENT, DIRECTOR PRESTON ROWE PATERSON GEELONG Angry, relieved? I must admit I was not surprised at all by the CFMEU report broadcast on...
July 26, 2024
Osaka, via Torquay
WITH CAM O'KEEFE No, this is not a new Jetstar route, but rather a new Japanese barbecue offering from the same stable of serial restauranteur...
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