April 24, 2026
Geelong lands first pro MMA cage event
MATT WILLIAMS Owner, Bones MMA THE cat's out of the bag: for the first time Geelong will host professional mixed martial arts inside the cage, a...
April 24, 2026
Struggling at the boat ramp? This Geelong clinic can help
BOAT owners looking to build confidence at the ramp will have the chance to learn from the experts at a free reversing clinic in...
April 24, 2026
Around the Greens
A full week of competition across the Bellarine and Surf Coast delivered strong scoring, standout individual moments and a steady run of pennant action,...
April 20, 2026
Geelong refinery running below capacity as recovery continues
Fuel production at Geelong’s refinery is still operating at reduced capacity after last week’s fire, as the site works to restore operations.
The blaze, which
April 20, 2026
Former disability sector chief takes the reins at Cultura
A GEELONG multicultural organisation has finally secured a permanent leader, ending a challenging search that saw an initial appointment fall through last year. Cultura announced...
April 18, 2026
Rare holding at the foot of Mount Moriac: 2125 Barrabool Road, Mount Moriac
PERFECTLY positioned at the foot of Mount Moriac with long sealed Barrabool Road frontage situated under 10 minutes from the Moriac store and primary...
April 18, 2026
Remarkable architect’s residence: 22 Murnong Circuit, Torquay
Designed by renowned architect Lachlan Shepherd as his personal residence, this striking home blends modern coastal style with practical family living. Torterra House has been...
April 17, 2026
Snobs Creek Hatchery open day
THE Victorian Fisheries Authority will again open the gates to its Snobs Creek Hatchery next month, offering a chance for the public to step...
April 16, 2026
Refinery fire hits fuel production, imports to fill gap
THE major fire at Geelong’s refinery is expected to affect fuel production, but Viva Energy says it can make up any shortfall. In a statement...
April 16, 2026
Fuel supply fears as refinery fire burns on
FUEL supplies are expected to be impacted as a major fire at Geelong’s refinery in Corio continues to burn. Authorities are working this morning to...
April 16, 2026
Jan Juc cricket ground to gain white picket fence
WORK has started on replacing the ageing boundary fence at Bob Pettitt Reserve, with a new white picket design to reshape the look of...
April 16, 2026
A private rural retreat on the Bellarine: 671-719 Banks Road, Marcus Hill
PEACEFUL, private and perfectly positioned, this breathtaking 21.74ha (53.72-acre) property in the heart of the Bellarine Peninsula offers a rare lifestyle opportunity that beautifully...
April 16, 2026
Geelong on alert as refinery burns
A major fire at the Geelong refinery in Corio has sent smoke billowing across the region, prompting a sweeping Watch and Act warning for...
April 14, 2026
The ultimate Cats game day upgrade
ATTENDING the football at GMHBA Stadium is one of the most exciting experiences available for any fan: hearing the roar of the crowd and...
April 11, 2026
Coastal country living: 231 Grossmans Road, Torquay
A rare blend of coastal outlook and country scale, this remarkable lifestyle property delivers space, privacy and architectural intent just minutes from the heart...
April 11, 2026
A rare lifestyle retreat: 55 Shaws Road, Little River
SET on an impressive 5-acre holding, 55 Shaws Road, Little River delivers a rare lifestyle opportunity combining privacy, functionality and modern comfort in a...
April 10, 2026
Combat Corner
MATT WILLIAMS Owner, Bones MMA There’s a rising tide building for Muay Thai in Australia, and this weekend it surges into the Melbourne Showgrounds. For the first...
April 10, 2026
Ruthie Foster returns at the height of her powers
GRAMMY Award-winning US singer-songwriter Ruthie Foster will return to Australia this autumn, with a Geelong performance locked in for 2 May at the Geelong...
April 9, 2026
Storages slump, desal flows to support Geelong
A sharp drop in Geelong's water storages has prompted a major desalinated water order to help top up supplies. The Victorian government has ordered 150...
April 8, 2026
Four in a row: APCO leads customer satisfaction ratings
FUEL retailer APCO has been recognised as Australia's most satisfying petrol and service station brand for the fourth consecutive year. The family-owned company took out...
April 6, 2026
Hussein back in fight for Polwarth
Torquay’s Hutch Hussein will again contest Polwarth for Labor, securing preselection ahead of November’s state election as the party eyes a breakthrough in one...
April 5, 2026
Writers festival debut to bring national authors to Surf Coast
The Surf Coast will host one of Australia's most recognisable finance journalists this June, with Chris Kohler confirmed as the headline speaker at a...
April 5, 2026
Geelong Sustainability CEO resigns after 16 months
A local sustainability organisation has confirmed its chief executive has stepped down after just over a year in the role. Geelong Sustainability advised supporters via...
April 5, 2026
Nova’s year without a home
Nova, a four-year-old husky mix with a cheeky personality, has been in care for almost a year and is still waiting for the right...
