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May 8, 2019

Bees continue to keep agriculture strong

THE federal government has committed to invest in raising awareness of the crucial role bees play in agriculture as well as breeding better bees...

May 8, 2019

Farmers and landowners wary of proposed new planning controlsFarmers and landowners wary of proposed new planning controls

THE public submission period for the State Government’s Protecting Strategic Agricultural Land Strategy has been extended following a fiery meeting at Marcus Hill last...

May 8, 2019

Outstanding effort by local clubs raises more than $10,000 for lifesaving heroes

The dedicated volunteers from Jan Juc, Lorne and Torquay surf life saving clubs (SLSC) put in an outstanding effort to raise more than $10,000...

May 2, 2019

Oasis of calm in unrivalled Jan Juc hideaway

The busy Easter period proves once again why Jan Juc is the choice of locals who love the fact that once you retreat to...

April 25, 2019

SOPHISTICATED SPACIOUS BAYSIDE HOME

WITH everything the Bellarine has on offer at your doorstep, St Leonards is proving to be a popular choice for young families, seachangers and...

April 24, 2019

Reminder to dispose food scraps responsibly

WITH many Victorians heading outdoors over the Easter break, Victoria’s Chief Veterinary Officer has asked all campers, outdoor adventurers and picnic goers to dispose...

April 24, 2019

Protecting Australian wine from copycats

AUSTRALIA’s valuable and world-class wine industry will be better protected from copycat exporters thanks to a new Wine Label Intellectual Property Directory. Minister for Agriculture...

April 18, 2019

Discover a great Torquay opportunity

IF you wait long enough, that perfect opportunity in real estate will eventually present itself. We all wonder where the big blocks have gone; you...

April 11, 2019

New online system for building permit applications

BY MASTER BUILDERS VICTORIA   The Victorian Building Authority (VBA) is in the process of creating a new Building Activity Management System (BAMS), a new...

April 11, 2019

Indulgent downsizers now selling at Alkira

Bellarine Property are now offering the opportunity to enjoy sophisticated coastal living in the very heart of Ocean Grove without the need to maintain...

April 11, 2019

Ashbury where work-life balance is a reality, not a promise

Whether you are seeking a ‘sea change’ or a ‘tree change’ or you’re simply looking for a little more room to breathe, Ashbury Estate...

April 11, 2019

Definition change to support lamb exports

THE much-awaited change to the definition of lamb will now be officially changed in export legislation, which will take effect on July 1 2019. The...

April 4, 2019

Meet Hamlan’s General Manager Andrew Carroll

Focused, hard-working and a true family man, Hamlan Homes General Manager Andrew Carroll has been a fearless leader of change within Hamlan, and he’s...

April 4, 2019

Better ways to help first home buyers into the market

First home buyers have always been a vital cog in the health of any property market, but claims that they are struggling to get...

April 4, 2019

TORQUAY HEIGHTS PROPERTY SOLD

While 57 Sagittarius Street Torquay was passed in on auction day to a prospective buyer, there was never any doubt of achieving a result,...

April 4, 2019

Bespoke brilliance with stunning Deep Creek outlook

With Deep Creek as your back yard and a direct link to the beach, what could be better than living in this sought-after part...

March 28, 2019

DOWNSIZE WITH CONFIDENCE

Long-term Anglesea locals Lyn and Tommy Loughrey are over the moon with the quick sale of their home at 18 Bingley Parade Anglesea. Listed through...

March 28, 2019

A HEART-FILLED CHARMER

If you have been searching for an acreage oasis to make the most of the relaxed lifestyle that living in a semi-rural area offers,...

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...