January 7, 2026
Wadawurrung-led Pilk Purriyn to return on January 26
WADAWURRUNG Traditional Owners will again lead a sunrise truth-telling gathering at Cosy Corner in Torquay on January 26. The Pilk Purriyn event, which is now...
January 6, 2026
Relief as missing Portarlington man found safe
Missing Portarlington man Alan has been found safe and well, police have confirmed. The 82-year-old was located on Tuesday morning after being spotted by air...
January 6, 2026
Rhythm shifts up for Nightjar Festival’s second night
The second night of Torquay’s Nightjar Festival will lean into the strength of its line-up, bringing together soul, indie songwriting, funk-disco and late-night dance...
January 6, 2026
Lights back in sight for busy Torquay intersection
WORKS to install traffic lights at the Surf Coast Highway and Bristol Road intersection in Torquay will restart in February, ending a construction pause...
January 6, 2026
Concerns held for missing Portarlington man
Police are urgently searching for an 82-year-old Portarlington man, with concerns growing for his welfare. Alan was last seen about 9am on January 5 on...
January 4, 2026
Salt and graphite: A practice shaped by the sea
Emily Wright's days are shaped by two constants: making art and getting into the ocean. The Torquay-based artist, whose practice is built around graphite pencil...
January 3, 2026
Underquoting crackdown puts reserves on display
The Victorian government will introduce new laws this year to tighten rules around underquoting, requiring real estate agents to publish reserve prices at least...
January 3, 2026
Vegetables as art in new photography exhibition
A PHOTOGRAPHY exhibition featuring vegetables reimagined as playful characters will be on display in Queenscliff this month. Sydney-based artist Marie-Hélène Clauzon's photographs present everyday vegetables...
January 3, 2026
Surf Coast puts housing, sport on state agenda
THE Surf Coast Shire has locked in its advocacy priorities for the 2026 state election, targeting housing, transport and community infrastructure projects it says...
January 2, 2026
Youth myki unlocks free trips on trains, trams, buses
MORE than one million young Victorians can now travel for free on public transport, with the state's new youth myki officially active. The Victorian government...
January 2, 2026
Elle Woods steps into the spotlight
FOOTLIGHT Productions will return to the Geelong Arts Centre stage this month with the feel-good musical Legally Blonde, bringing the much-loved story of Elle...
January 2, 2026
The Tempest to debut at Leura Park Estate
Shakespeare will arrive at Leura Park Estate next summer, when Ozact Theatre Company performs The Tempest on February 13 and 14 in its first...
January 2, 2026
Bron Lewis brings Chaos to Geelong
Life with three kids, a new puppy and a career in stand-up might sound intense, but for comedian Bron Lewis, it's all just excellent...
January 2, 2026
A gentle guide to starting the year
WITH the rush of the festive season easing, the start of the year offers space to slow the pace and reflect on what's needed...
January 1, 2026
How the region’s leaders are approaching 2026
As 2026 gets underway, the Times News Group has turned to leaders across the region to find out what resolutions they are carrying into...
December 28, 2025
The Bellarine awaits
WINDING your way across the peninsula, you'll find coastal towns with their own rhythm, personality and postcard moment. Whether you're chasing salt air, good...
December 28, 2025
Escape to the Surf Coast
IT'S the season for salty hair, good food and coastal adventures. The Surf Coast delivers all three in style, with beaches, landmarks and local...
December 28, 2025
Geelong in full swing
THE pace slows but the city hums. Geelong in early summer is all about open-air gatherings, good food and art, and the kind of...
December 26, 2025
Celebrated songwriter to play solo show in April
AUSTRALIAN singer-songwriter Josh Pyke will head to Geelong next year as part of an expanded run of his Feeding the Wolves and Other Stories...
December 26, 2025
Get ready to rock Geelong with anniversary show
ALT-ROCK favourites Spin Doctors will return to Australia for the first time in more than three decades, with Geelong Arts Centre set to host...
December 26, 2025
Surf Coast Shire: 2025 in Focus
Mayor, Surf Coast Shire FROM core day-to-day services to major strategic decisions that will affect the shire's future, it's a fun yet challenging task...
December 25, 2025
Community support tops $100k in Meli appeal
MORE than $100,000 has been raised to support Geelong families and individuals through this year's Meli Giving Tree Appeal. Now in its 25th year, the...
December 24, 2025
Support program for young mothers to expand with new funding
A GEELONG program offering support for young mothers will soon expand its reach, after receiving an $88,000 grant to establish a permanent community space...
December 24, 2025
Victorian Open tees off win for Bellarine
THE Victorian Open will return to 13th Beach Golf Links in Barwon Heads next month, bringing world-class golf back to the region and delivering...
