May 8, 2024
Small donations make a big difference for families in Afghanistan
THE Aireys Inlet Rural Australians for Refugees (AIRAR) community group is encouraging people to donate the price of a cup of coffee per week,...
May 7, 2024
Outrage as council advocates for wetland closure to duck hunters
GEELONG Field & Game is calling on the Surf Coast Shire to reverse its decision to advocate for the closure of the region's wetlands...
May 6, 2024
Sisterhood of the shred: New surf club empowers women to enjoy the waves
A SOCIAL surf club for women and girls of all ages and abilities has launched on the Surf Coast. Founded by friends Meg Hellard, Chelsea...
May 5, 2024
Geelong Mums announces name change
GEELONG Mums has announced a change to its name, recognising the role the community plays in the local charity's mission to help the region's...
May 5, 2024
State government injects $10 million into live music
VICTORIA'S live music venues and festivals are set to receive a financial boost of $10 million from the state government over the next four...
May 5, 2024
Community feedback sought on local laws
THE City of Greater Geelong is seeking community feedback on a wide range of local laws within the municipality ahead of the expiration of...
May 4, 2024
Coker backs strong action on supermarket chains
FEDERAL Corangamite MP Libby Coker has thrown her support behind tough action on supermarket retailers who engage in bad behaviour. It follows the release last...
May 4, 2024
Greens get tough on housing with new leadership
A SHAKEUP to the Victorian Greens leadership has seen Western Victorian upper house MP Sarah Mansfield assume the role of co-deputy. She steps into the...
May 4, 2024
Geelong gets groovy with free live music festival
A NEW music festival will hit Geelong and the Bellarine next month, offering a series of free performances from homegrown talent across a range...
May 4, 2024
A bookshop with a difference
AN ARMSTRONG Creek local and her sister have launched an online second-hand bookstore, with the aim of saving books from landfill and giving them...
May 3, 2024
Entries open to Geelong’s most prestigious awards program
GEELONG’S business leaders, young entrepreneurs and organisations gathered yesterday (Thursday, May 2) to celebrate the launch of the 2024 Geelong Business Excellence Awards. The sold-out...
May 3, 2024
Celebrating the region’s best
Entries for the highly anticipated 2024 Geelong Business Excellence Awards (GBEA) have officially opened, paving the way for a celebration of the region's best...
May 3, 2024
Blak Brews wins big on Food Stars
A GEELONG man has scored the opportunity of a lifetime, winning a 12-month mentorship with Gordon Ramsay and $250,000 to support his small business...
May 3, 2024
Last year’s winners
Here are the winners of the 2023 Geelong Business Excellence Awards. BUSINESS OF THE YEAR WINNER: DirectBor BUSINESS LEADER OF THE YEAR WINNER: Justin Martin YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR OF THE...
May 3, 2024
Business bores its way to the top
More than six months after winning the region's most prestigious business prize, DirectBor director Aaron Finch is still on a high. A first-time entrant in...
May 3, 2024
Awards showcase brilliance of business community
The Geelong Chamber of Commerce is rolling out the red carpet and inviting the region's businesses, visionary leaders and brightest young minds to step...
May 3, 2024
Awards offer growth and recognition
Win or otherwise, this year's chair of judging Simon Flowers says the Geelong Business Excellence Awards provide an invaluable opportunity for local businesses to...
May 2, 2024
No more: Demonstrators call for end to gendered violence
MORE than two thousand people gathered in Geelong's CBD last weekend to rally against gender-based violence. The demonstration, organised by Indigenous-led not-for-profit organisation What Were...
May 2, 2024
Geelong’s rising stars shine after completing GRID Series music program
THE Grass Roots Indie Development (GRID) Series music program marked its exciting conclusion last month with a concert, celebrating the achievements of its first...
May 1, 2024
Torquay group offers safe space for same sex attracted women
A NEW support group has launched in Torquay for queer women who may be feeling same sex attraction later in life. Targeted towards women aged...
April 30, 2024
Bellbrae Primary School precinct slated for safety boost
THE Surf Coast Shire is seeking funding from the state government to undertake road improvements around Bellbrae Primary School. The move follows community concerns about...
April 30, 2024
Have your say on the future of Kennett River
THE Great Ocean Road Coast & Parks Authority is inviting those interested in helping shape the future of Kennett River to join a soon-to-be...
April 29, 2024
Geelong celebrates First Nations culture with NBN Box Art Trail
SEVERAL National Broadband Network (NBN) utility boxes across Greater Geelong have been transformed into vibrant displays celebrating First Nations stories and art. The nine completed...
April 29, 2024
Art of the Minds founder named Local Legend
MENTAL health educator and advocate Jules Haddock has been named among this year's recipients of the Surf Coast Shire Local Legends award. Ms Haddock is...
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