December 1, 2025
Virtual fencing loses government backing despite Anglesea success
A SURF Coast trial that slashed wildlife road deaths on a notorious Anglesea stretch has not been enough to convince a Victorian parliamentary inquiry...
December 1, 2025
Opening date locked in for Geelong’s largest hotel
THE opening date has been set for Crowne Plaza's new hotel on Geelong's waterfront, with rooms now available to book. The 200-room development will open...
November 30, 2025
Celebration lunch to champion inclusion in Geelong
CELEBRATED advocate Rhiannon Tracey will speak in Geelong next week, discussing the experiences that continue to shape her voice and impact in the community. Tracey...
November 30, 2025
Finding purpose in the workshop
Anthony Christie bounds out of bed each morning with the energy of someone who has found the work they are meant to do. The Torquay...
November 28, 2025
Santa rides into Torquay and Lorne
SANTA is heading to the Surf Coast next month, stopping in Torquay and Lorne for free photos and festive family activities. He will arrive with...
November 28, 2025
Afterglow Trail Run returns in full colour to the Surf Coast
THE Surf Coast's brightest night on the trails returns next week, with the Afterglow Trail Run set to bring bold colours and playful costumes...
November 26, 2025
Grigau takes the helm in borough leadership reshuffle
Donnie Grigau will lead the Borough of Queenscliffe for the next 12 months, after being elected as mayor on Wednesday. Grigau, who has been a...
November 26, 2025
Movement to tackle loneliness arrives in Torquay
A GRASSROOTS movement tackling loneliness through sunrise mindfulness and community connection will begin weekly gatherings at Torquay's Cosy Corner. The CONNECT Initiative – which launched...
November 25, 2025
Top businesses earn hall of fame status
AWARD-WINNING local businesses Mr Brown’s Menswear and Cabinets by Computer have been inducted into the Geelong Business Excellence Awards’ Hall of Fame. The milestone is...
November 25, 2025
Torquay steps up for women in need
THE volunteers at St Luke's Opportunity Shop are helping drive another successful year for Share the Dignity's Christmas appeal in Torquay, packing a record...
November 24, 2025
Funding boost keeps kids on the move
A PROGRAM helping local students to embrace more active ways of getting to school will continue for another two years, with new funding secured...
November 24, 2025
Library access under review for hinterland and coastal towns
THE Surf Coast Shire is calling for community feedback as it investigates new ways to delivery library services to residents in the towns outside...
November 23, 2025
Rebuild starts on Torquay beach ramp after year-long closure
A KEY access point to Torquay Surf Beach is on track to reopen by mid-December, as reconstruction on the ramp at the surf lifesaving...
November 21, 2025
Location and provider confirmed for Torquay’s Medicare Urgent Care Clinic
A HEALTHCARE provider has been selected to run Torquay’s Medicare Urgent Care Clinic, with the service expected to open before the end of the...
November 21, 2025
‘Slap in the face’: Winchelsea residents push back on pool hours and pricing
COMMUNITY frustration is building over the operating hours and pricing of the Winchelsea Pool, with residents warning the arrangements will significantly limit who is...
November 20, 2025
Landslip fix delay fuels safety concerns
WITH the summer peak season rapidly approaching, the Aireys Inlet Fire Brigade is raising concerns about road safety in Fairhaven, where a landslip-affected embankment...
November 20, 2025
Three artistic voices unite at The Sands
A NEW exhibition at The Sands Resort in Torquay is drawing attention to the many ways artists used line to express place, emotion and...
November 20, 2025
Aireys Inlet refugee group ends long-running Afghan aid program
AIREYS Inlet Rural Australians for Refugees (AIRAR) has announced it will conclude its Aid for Afghans financial support program after four years of assisting...
November 18, 2025
Stapleton reclaims mayoral role in Surf Coast vote
The Surf Coast Shire ushered in its new leadership team on Tuesday, electing Libby Stapleton as mayor for the coming year. Cr Stapleton, who has...
November 18, 2025
Why Winchelsea families may skip the pool this summer
The Winchelsea Pool will reopen for the summer next week, but an increase in entry fees has left local families feeling they can no...
November 17, 2025
Interim chief appointed as Queenscliffe brings forward CEO’s departure
THE Borough of Queenscliffe has moved to stabilise its leadership, appointing an interim chief executive while the search for a permanent replacement gets underway. The...
November 16, 2025
Urgent search under way after man’s car found near Bellbrae
AN URGENT search is under way on the Surf Coast after a man’s car was discovered abandoned in Bellbrae on Saturday morning. The missing man,...
November 16, 2025
Winchelsea first to light up for Christmas
THE festive season has arrived early in Winchelsea, with the first of the Surf Coast Shire's new 4m solar-lit Christmas trees now installed between...
November 14, 2025
Long-awaited Surf Coast Highway upgrade complete
Major works to improve safety and the flow of traffic at one of Surf Coast Highway's busiest intersections finally wrapped up last week. The intersection,...
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