March 28, 2019
Spectacular sale of builder’s Orton Street home
A local boutique builder’s family home that was showcased on Best Houses Australia has just been sold by Fletchers Bellarine, breaking all records for...
March 28, 2019
Rabbit virus program wins top national biosecurity award
THE Centre for Invasive Species Solutions (CISS) was recently honoured to receive one of the federal governments’ top biosecurity awards for its role in...
March 27, 2019
New format for Ballarat Sheep Show
THE Ballarat Agricultural and Pastoral Society Inc (BAPS) has a new format for their coming Sheep Show and Merino Ram Sale. 2019 will see the...
March 14, 2019
Picking the best schnozzes to sniff out stinky pests
AUSTRALIA’S biosecurity detector dogs now have their noses honed on one of the nation’s most unwanted exotic pests, the brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB). Head...
March 14, 2019
Foxes on the run
THE Victorian Government’s fox and wild dog bounty will resume in March 2019 with Agriculture Victoria Biosecurity Officers in attendance at designated collection centres...
March 14, 2019
Drone technology to improve irrigation practices
MONASH University engineers are working with Australian farmers to help them improve irrigation practices, reduce water use and maximise crop harvest by using autonomous...
March 13, 2019
A new approach to seeking finance and finding a trusted builder
Over the past two to three years, the lending environment has dramatically changed in Australia. Branch principal and wealth manager at Yellow Brick Road Geelong and Torquay...
March 13, 2019
Stunning home on one-acre block in central Barwon Heads
What could be better than owning your very own piece of paradise on one acre in the region’s most popular beach town of Barwon Heads. Nestled amongst mature natural...
February 28, 2019
Flat-fee model criticised
MORTGAGE Choice CEO Susan Mitchell has rejected suggestions that the industry should look to a lender-paid flat-fee model for brokers. The Labor Party initially expressing...
February 28, 2019
FIND HAMPTONS STYLE IN OLD BARWON HEADS
Barwon Heads continues to offer the dream seachange experience, whether you are holidaying, retiring or making this seaside village your permanent home. Real estate in...
February 28, 2019
CONTEMPORARY JAN JUC MASTERPIECE ON THE MARKET
Jan Juc is still the preferred coastal living choice for many looking for that quiet seaside lifestyle without the hustle and bustle that Torquay...
February 28, 2019
Vegan activists putting hard working farming families at risk
MINISTER for Agriculture David Littleproud has called for calm following another incident with activists, this time in Harvey, Western Australia. After arguing with vegan activists...
February 28, 2019
Making code of practice mandatory to protect our bees
BEEKEEPERS are invited to give feedback on proposed regulation changes aimed at improving the health of our bees. The Victorian Government is proposing to amend...
February 21, 2019
GOOD CROWDS FLOCK TO OLD TORQUAY AUCTIONS
Great crowds attended two Old Torquay properties auctioned by McCartney Real Estate over the weekend. First to auction was 3 Short Street, which got underway...
February 21, 2019
GRAND ENTERTAINER WITH SUBLIME OCEAN VIEWS
THEY don’t make any more Esplanade land in Torquay, so when Links Property launched 187 The Esplanade to market over the weekend, the feedback...
February 21, 2019
Watch the waves roll onto the sand
Footy commentator Dwayne Russell has recently listed his stunning Fairhaven holiday home for sale with Great Ocean Properties. After purchasing 3 Yarringa Road in 2006,...
February 14, 2019
Country feel with coastal appeal in Torquay
With traditional coastal architecture that reflects Torquay’s seaside beginnings now becoming a rarity in Old Torquay as bold modern design’s take their place, its pleasing...
February 14, 2019
CONTEMPORARY MASTERPIECE, PERFECTLY POSITIONED WITH EXCEPTIONAL VIEWS
AS Ocean Grove’s reputation for high-end living opportunities continues to grow, Bellarine Property’s listing of 114 Presidents Avenue represents the best of offerings in...
February 13, 2019
Stink bug makes Port
THE brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) has been detected in Port Melbourne. The bug was found in an Agriculture Victoria trap that was put out...
February 13, 2019
Farmers can seek compensation from banks
MINISTER for Agriculture David Littleproud has urged farmers to take advantage of the extra period for which they can seek compensation for incidents where...
February 13, 2019
Pig virus detection highlights biosecurity risks
RECENT detections of African swine fever virus in pork products confiscated at the national border by the Australian Government Department of Agriculture and Water...
February 7, 2019
HOTONDO AUSTRALIA DAY EVENT A HIT WITH THE LOCALS
HOTONDO’S Australia Day grand opening of their stunning Esplanade 260 design at the Quay 2 Estate Torquay was an outstanding success, with great crowds...
February 7, 2019
Last GOV lots sell well
There was much excitement at last Friday’s final auction of lots in the Great Ocean Views Estate, which saw more than 100 people attending...
February 7, 2019
FIRST AUCTION AT SALT SEES YOUNG FAMILIES MAKE TORQUAY HOME
With lots at Salt Torquay nearing completion, a large crowd was present at the first auction on Australia Day which saw bidding from first...
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