June 23, 2025
Tasting, tunes and terroir: A night of Geelong indulgence
THREE of Geelong's premier hospitality venues are teaming up to deliver an evening of cool jazz, award-winning local beverages and a tasting menu that...
June 22, 2025
No timeline set for long-awaited fire station in Armstrong Creek
A FIRE station promised to the growing Armstrong Creek community by the Victorian government seven years ago continues to face delays, with no date...
June 22, 2025
Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library gains nod for eco-friendly design
THE Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library has been recognised for its environmentally conscious design and thoughtful community spaces at this year's Australian Interior Design Awards. The...
June 20, 2025
Shire targets single-use waste phase-out by 2030
THE Surf Coast Shire has proposed to phase out single-use items and packaging across all its facilities and events over the next five years,...
June 19, 2025
Free heart checks beat on
Free Heart Health Checks will remain available to Australians aged 30 and over for another three years, after funding for the program was extended...
June 19, 2025
Philanthropy that hits home
LOCAL philanthropic organisation Geelong Connected Communities (GCC) brought together its key sponsorship partners last week to celebrate another year of impact across the region. Since...
June 16, 2025
Urban forest plan sprouts in Winchelsea and Deans Marsh
THE Surf Coast Shire will plant 160 trees across Winchelsea and Deans Marsh this year as part of a long-term urban forest initiative aimed...
June 16, 2025
New strategy sets Geelong Sustainability’s course to net zero goal
CLIMATE action-focused community group Geelong Sustainability last week unveiled a new five-year strategic plan, as it aims to drive greater impact across the community...
June 16, 2025
Free TAFE still growing in Geelong as minister marks success
FEDERAL Minister for Skills and Training Andrew Giles joined Corangamite Labor federal member Libby Coker at The Gordon last week to celebrate the impact...
June 16, 2025
Local clinic backs Torquay Business Awards
DRIVEN by a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by women and girls in accessing healthcare, the Surf Coast Women's Health Group launched...
June 14, 2025
Community’s final encore to support resettled family
AN intimate celebration of Irish music and dance this weekend will serve as the final fundraising event for Giving Hope on the Coast, the...
June 13, 2025
Geelong leads nation with first hydrogen fuel station
VIVA Energy has today (Friday, June 13) unveiled Australia’s first commercial-scale hydrogen refuelling service station, paving the way for the decarbonisation of hard-to-transition industries...
June 13, 2025
Surf Coast rallies behind walk for truth
A HISTORIC walk for truth raising awareness for Australia's first truth-telling inquiry passed through the Surf Coast this week, bringing together Indigenous leaders, local...
June 11, 2025
Jam for Refugees returns with a new beat
AN ANNUAL concert aiming to raise funds and awareness for the refugees living in Geelong will make its return this month, in a brand-new...
June 9, 2025
Honouring those who give back
NOT-FOR-PROFIT organisation Volunteering Geelong is shining a spotlight on community service, inviting nominations for its Volunteer of the Year awards. The awards, which have been...
June 8, 2025
Local students join forces to tackle vaping harms
Efforts to curb youth vaping across the region are gaining momentum, with local initiatives helping to spark vital conversations and raise awareness about the...
June 8, 2025
OneRepublic to headline star-studded Lookout Festival in Torquay
GLOBAL hitmakers OneRepublic will storm the Surf Coast this summer as the headline act for the 2026 edition of Lookout Festival, bringing their signature...
June 6, 2025
Alcoa’s groundwater extraction plan faces growing community pushback
THE Anglesea community's more than five-year fight to end groundwater extraction from beneath the Anglesea River is intensifying, as Alcoa's application to resume pumping...
June 5, 2025
Powerful voices take the mic
WOMEN'S voices took centre stage as a full house gathered in Torquay last month to hear powerful stories of strength and resilience. About 80 guests...
June 4, 2025
G21 to restructure, ceases staff operations
THE G21 Geelong Region Alliance has announced a significant change to its operating model, as budget constraints hits its local government partners. In a letter...
June 4, 2025
Reconciliation journey to pass through Surf Coast
HUNDREDS are expected to join the local legs of an historic 400km walk for truth and reconciliation next month when Indigenous leaders travel through...
June 3, 2025
Tastes of Greater Geelong returns to warm up winter
A MUCH-LOVED winter tradition returns for its 14th year, as the region's annual month-long culinary festival once again serves up a feast of flavour...
June 2, 2025
Govt again rejects Anam Cara’s plea for more support
A PALLIATIVE care facility's request for additional funding support from the State Government has been knocked back for the fifth time. In its budget submission...
June 1, 2025
State approves rollout of virtual fencing for cattle
THE Victorian government will develop new regulations to support the rollout of virtual fencing for cattle in a move that has been welcomed by...
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