August 14, 2024
Study shows the extent of period poverty in Australia
About three in five, or 64 per cent, of Australians have struggled to afford basic menstruation products, with nearly one in five resorting to...
August 11, 2024
Homelessness agencies demand 60,000 new social homes
HOMELESSNESS services and agencies operating as part of the Victorian Homelessness Network last week gathered on Spring Street to call on the Victorian government...
August 10, 2024
Surf Coast hotels up for top awards
MANTRA Lorne and RACV Torquay Resort have both been named as finalists in multiple categories in this year's Victorian Accommodation Awards for Excellence. Presented by...
August 8, 2024
Major overhaul to Victoria’s health system announced
THE Victorian government has today (Thursday, August 8) confirmed an additional $1.5 billion in funding will be injected into Victoria’s health system, but forced...
August 8, 2024
Shire seeks business feedback
THE Surf Coast Shire is encouraging local businesses of all sizes and from all sectors to share their experiences via an online survey. The information...
August 8, 2024
Untether: A new chapter for Geelong arts
A new gallery space dedicated to exhibitions and events that explore the human experience has opened at the entry of the Centrepoint Arcade.Founded by...
August 7, 2024
Shorter, safer treatment for Buruli ulcer on trial
A world-first clinical trial, conducted by Barwon Health's Infectious Disease Unit, is hoping to reduce the time required to treat Buruli ulcer. Buruli ulcer is...
August 7, 2024
Group advocating for mental health reform launches in Geelong
A COMMUNITY-LED organisation advocating for substantial reform to Australia's mental healthcare system has established its first local chapter in Geelong. Established in 2014, Australians for...
August 6, 2024
Women candidates to speak at forum
THE community will have the chance to meet the women candidates running in this year's City of Greater Geelong council elections at a forum...
August 5, 2024
Thousands of women, girls reveal struggle with pain
More than 12,000 women and girls have shared their personal experiences of pain and the impact it has on their daily lives as part...
August 4, 2024
Critically acclaimed play arrives in Geelong
A critically acclaimed theatre show based on the best-selling memoir of award-winning Sydney journalist Shannon Molloy will hit the Geelong stage this month. Produced by...
August 3, 2024
Shire takes steps towards sustainable future
THE Surf Coast Shire has adopted a new three-year action plan to guide the management of the region's waste and drive a transition toward...
August 3, 2024
Music for a cause in Queenscliff
RENOWNED Melbourne-based choir Living Out Loud is headed to Queenscliff this month for a unique workshop and concert event to help raise funds to...
August 2, 2024
Action demanded on gendered violence
NEITHER icy conditions nor rain could deter hundreds of community members coming together on Sunday to demand stronger political action against gendered violence. The rally,...
August 2, 2024
Anglesea beachgoers to benefit from new mobility gear
ANGLESEA beachgoers will soon have access to new beach mobility equipment following the purchase of a Mobi-Chair and portable hoist. The purchase is part of...
August 2, 2024
Trailblazing art: Follow the artistic trail this weekend
HUNDREDS of artists across the Surf Coast will open their private studios, gather in community spaces and demonstrate their skills this weekend for the...
July 31, 2024
Torquay spa celebrates Tripadvisor win
SALTAIR Spa Retreat Torquay has been recognised for consistently favourable reviews on the world's largest travel platform for the second consecutive year, earning itself...
July 30, 2024
Bus loop opens as Geelong line upgrades continue
THE new bus loop at Marshall Station has opened, as the winter construction blitz on the station precinct continues. The works are part of more...
July 30, 2024
Police urge caution after spike in road deaths
VICTORIA POLICE has issued an urgent plea to all motorists to take extra care on the road, following a surge in road deaths this...
July 30, 2024
Revegetation efforts target Lorne, Kennett River and Torquay
THE Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority's (the Authority) conservation team has teamed up with community groups to help revegetate and manage weeds...
July 29, 2024
Aussies warned of soaring money recovery scams
COMMUNITY members who have had money stolen by scammers are being urged to be wary of offers to recover that money for an upfront...
July 29, 2024
Trial to improve river’s health getting closer
A TRIAL aimed at improving the health of the Anglesea River is edging closer, but it remains unclear when the works will be carried...
July 28, 2024
Moggs Creek sculptor to showcase work during arts trail
A SCULPTOR based in Moggs Creek is among the hundreds of local artists preparing to exhibit their work and demonstrate their skills as part...
July 28, 2024
Vaccination recommended as flu cases rise
Barwon Health is urging the community to get the flu vaccination, following a rapid increase in flu cases and a spike in hospitalisations. Last week,...
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