Shire seeks community input on Painkalac Creek flood mitigation
THE Surf Coast Shire is seeking community input into the future of Painkalac Creek, as it works to develop a flood mitigation plan for...
Stage two of Armstrong Creek Town Centre to start construction soon
CONSTRUCTION on stage two of the Armstrong Creek Town Centre is expected to begin before June. HMC Capital's $45 million expansion plans received ministerial approval...
New facilities boost learning
GEELONG Lutheran College celebrated the official opening of a designated bus parking area and two new basketball and netball courts earlier this week at...
Geelong talent on show in state exhibition
The innovative works of three Geelong teenagers have been selected for Melbourne Museum's annual Top Designs exhibition, a showcase of bold ideas from Victoria's...
Her Story to inspire on the Surf Coast
THE Sands Resort in Torquay will host an afternoon of storytelling, connection and empowerment later this year, when Art of the Minds' annual Her...
Paul Barker to contest Corangamite for Libertarian Party
A SURF Coast Shire councillor who was recently successful in seeking re-election will contest Corangamite for the Libertarian Party in the coming federal election. This...
Geelong bike community unites for food relief charity after theft
GEELONG'S motorbike community will come together later this month in a display of solidarity for food relief charity Feed Me, after its St Albans...
Dr Kate Gazzard named as replacement Greens candidate in Wannon
FORMER Surf Coast Shire councillor Kate Gazzard will contest Wannon in the forthcoming federal election for the Greens, campaigning on climate action and social...
Geelong Short Play Festival seeks local talent
A new writers' festival, which will culminate in a series of theatrical performances later this year, has launched in Geelong and locals of all...
Family farm reborn as unique wedding destination
Sisters Pip Minney and Ali Kooloos hail from a family of pioneers, a legacy their newest venture aims to safeguard into the future. The duo...
Share the Dignity calls for community support
NOT-FOR-PROFIT organisation Share the Dignity has launched its bi-annual Dignity Drive and is calling on the support of the local community. Until the end of...
Anglesea Primary School’s annual Village Fair returns
MORE than 3,000 people are expected to attend Anglesea Primary School's annual Village Fair later this month, helping the school raise much-needed funds to...
Urgent care clinic to reduce pressure on Geelong hospital
RESIDENTS in Torquay, Armstrong Creek and the wider Surf Coast region will be able to get access to bulk billed care for urgent but...
Non-profits receive energy-saving upgrades
EFFICIENT hot water heat pumps will be donated to Anglesea's Sirovilla Retirement Village, Phoenix Housing and Geelong's Samaritan House, as part of Geelong Sustainability's...
Duck hunting season extended, bag limits increased
RECREATIONAL duck hunters will enjoy an extended shooting season this year, as well as an increased daily bag limit when the season begins next...
Rotary conference to livestream prolific speakers for community
DOMESTIC violence campaigner Rosie Batty, high-profile psychologist and author Dr Michael Carr-Gregg, and international End Polio ambassador Ramesh Ferris are among the keynote speakers...
Community input sought to secure Apollo Bay’s water supply
BARWON Water is calling for community input as it works to develop a long-term plan to ensure water security across the Apollo Bay region...
Awareness gap on shingles leaves many vulnerable
AN estimated 97 per cent of Australians carry the inactive virus that causes singles by the age of 40, but 36 per cent of...
Ramsar Week celebrates local wetlands
THE community will have the opportunity to explore Swan Bay by canoe, hunt for the elusive Corangamite water skink and take a walk on...
Jet headlines all-star Aussie rock line-up
AUSTRALIAN rock legends Jet will return to Torquay later this month for the second annual Lookout Festival, promising audiences a "high octane" set filled...
Local restaurants join effort to restore marine habitats
A TRAILBLAZING recycling program aimed at reducing waste and restoring marine habitats has expanded to Torquay, Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula. Run by environmental conservation...
We know brains, we know wellbeing
For psychologists and allied health practitioners, private practice offers flexibility, growth and community. Launch Psychology co-founders Daniela De Fazio and Brooke Davis trained together as...
The woman changing the future of Australian home building
IN an industry long dominated by men, Jessica Farrell is proving that leadership, innovation and a commitment to excellence are what truly define success. As...
Empowering education with innovative resources
IN an industry often bound by rigid structures and outdated methodologies, Rychelle Carmody is leading the way in modern, interactive learning design. As the founder...