November 19, 2023
Woman on mission to reunite with husband in Australia, one plastic bottle at a time
THE OWNER of a Geelong-based counselling service is seeking plastic bottle donations from the local community to help bring her husband to Australia. Indi Leigh,...
November 18, 2023
Dream big, write often
An English teacher at Newcomb Secondary College has released a new young adult novel exploring relationships, deception and love. Titled Summer Change, the coming-of-age story...
November 18, 2023
Marathon mission for men’s health
AN ARMSTRONG Creek resident is taking on a marathon a week for the month of November to raise funds for prostate cancer research and...
November 18, 2023
New lease on life
The shift from optometry to refurbishing furniture destined for landfill might seem large to most, but it's a choice that has paid off for...
November 18, 2023
Give a gift of dignity this Christmas
VOLUNTEERS are seeking donations of toiletries and sanitary items for women and girls experiencing homelessness, fleeing domestic violence or doing it tough this Christmas. The...
November 17, 2023
Arnhem Land to Wadawurrung country
An exhibition showcasing the work of 19 First Nations artists from the Northern Territory is headed for Geelong. Titled Barrku wanga/going to a faraway place,...
November 16, 2023
Living gallery of trees opens to the public
A BOTANIC garden celebrating the remarkable trees of the world will open to the public for one day this month. Frogwood Arboretum sits on 100...
November 13, 2023
Surf Coast Wholefoods enters new era
BELOVED Torquay establishment, Surf Coast Wholefoods, has changed ownership with a well-known local family taking over the reins. Founded in 2012 by Annabel and Tim...
November 11, 2023
Puppy love: Detector dogs in urgent need of foster homes
AS MANY as 70 future Australian Border Force (ABF) detector dogs are in desperate need of foster homes across the Greater Geelong region to...
November 11, 2023
Point of difference
Interior stylist Kate Webber has one key piece of advice: curate your home slowly. A lifetime of experience has taught her to resist the temptation...
November 11, 2023
A match made in heaven: Geelong gets a taste of Melbourne’s best lobster roll
The team behind Melbourne's favourite lobster roll has arrived in Geelong. Until the end of January, Austin's Wines in Sutherlands Creek will host Pinchy's for...
November 11, 2023
Santa in need of Christmas helpers
IF YOU ask Patrick Sheean what he enjoys most about donning a Santa Claus suit every year for Christmas, he will tell you it's...
November 9, 2023
Local change-makers win big
ENVIRONMENTAL innovators and trailblazers have been recognised at this year's Tidy Towns and Sustainable Cities Awards with three local initiatives taking out prizes. Now in...
November 9, 2023
A moment in time
Lorne Community Connect is preparing to host its third annual Easter photography exhibition and for the first time, prizes will be on offer. The 2024...
November 3, 2023
Play explores complexities
A dramatic and emotional production tackling abusive and manipulative relationships opens to audiences this month. Presented by the Geelong-based Someone New Theatre Company, Why They...
October 28, 2023
The art of the side hustle
The Torquay-based Little Pantry Project and its founder prove hustle culture is alive and well. For many of us, it's a dilemma as common as...
October 28, 2023
Labour of love
A new podcast series celebrating the glitz, glamour and innovation of classic Hollywood has launched online. Co-hosted by filmmaker and Torquay local Mia de Rauch,...
October 28, 2023
Film festival fosters local talent
The annual North Bellarine Film Festival will return for its seventh year next month and present a varied program of Australian and international films...
October 23, 2023
Fields of gold
PREPARATIONS for next year's Surf Coast Celebration of Sunflowers have begun with free sunflower seeds up for grabs at several locations across the region. More...
October 22, 2023
Community support needed to empower local artists
GEELONG Arts Centre is calling on the community to contribute to the support of young and emerging artists across the region. Its Church Giving Campaign...
October 22, 2023
For the love of art
THE Geelong Gallery has partnered with the Australian Decorative and Fine Arts Society (ADFAS) Geelong to fund the conservation of several items in its...
October 21, 2023
Navy band heads port side
PORTARLINGTON Neighbourhood House is gearing up to again host the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Band for a community concert this month. The RAN Band has...
October 19, 2023
“Yes” campaigners vow to continue fighting for reconciliation
SUPPORTERS of a First Nations Voice to Parliament have been delivered a resounding defeat over the weekend with the majority of Australians voting against...
October 19, 2023
Gambling Harm Awareness Week a chance for conversation
WITH the spring racing carnival almost upon us, the community is being urged to talk about the harms associated with gambling. The theme of this...
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