May 15, 2026
Trek smashes records on the Surf Coast
STAFF WRITER A record-breaking field of 1,500 walkers took to the cliffs and beaches on Saturday for the 11th annual Surf Coast Trek. Under clear blue...
May 15, 2026
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STAFF WRITER Grinspoon frontman Phil Jamieson is heading to Geelong this winter, bringing his new solo tour to the Eureka Hotel as he prepares to...
May 15, 2026
VRFish calls for action to control carp
VRFISH, the Victorian recreational fishing peak body, is advocating for immediate action to control invasive carp populations and give our struggling waterways and native...
May 14, 2026
Geelong’s biggest book pile? St Bernard’s prepares for 15,000-title fair
STAFF WRITER A collection of more than 15,000 books will take over the Clairvaux School Hall this Sunday as the St Bernard's Church annual book...
May 14, 2026
Redesign delays Apollo Bay harbour transformation
STAFF WRITER The long-awaited revitalisation of the Apollo Bay Harbour precinct is moving toward construction, but a significant redesign of the port depot has pushed...
May 11, 2026
‘Troubling trend’: vaccination rates fall for fifth year
CHILDHOOD vaccination rates in Australia have fallen for the fifth year in a row, according to new data that has local health experts concerned...
May 10, 2026
The 10-minute health check every Australian should have this month
Australians are being encouraged to set aside just ten minutes this month for a routine blood pressure check that could prevent serious long-term health...
May 8, 2026
Community leaders school up for carp summit
VICTORIAN Fisheries Authority chief executive Travis Dowling said the Murray Darling Carp Action Summit, co-hosted by the Australian River Restoration Centre, reflects growing community...
May 8, 2026
Local partnership puts bounce in Geelong United competitions
GEELONG United Basketball has secured a new community partner, with local business Kennedys Group signing on to support grassroots competition across the region. The two-year...
May 6, 2026
A ghost, a love story and a shot at the big screen
A ghost story filmed in Mount Duneed could be heading for the big screen. Geelong actor and filmmaker Cassidy Krygger is using her latest project,...
May 5, 2026
Workplace death in Lara under investigation
A man has died following a workplace incident in Lara on Tuesday. Emergency services, including Advanced Life Support and Mobile Intensive Care Ambulance paramedics, were...
May 5, 2026
Geelong to host first large-scale careers expo in July
WHEN Geelong's new convention centre opens its doors in July, it will also host a first for the region: a large-scale careers expo bringing...
May 5, 2026
Inside a Britney Spears obsession: new play premieres
A NEW stage work exploring the intensity of modern fandom and the blurred lines between public figures and their private lives will premiere in...
May 5, 2026
Fire-hit refinery begins recovery
Control of the Geelong Refinery has been returned to Viva Energy, nearly three weeks after a major fire tore through part of the facility. Fire...
May 3, 2026
Sister Act’s message of sisterhood still resonates – and so does its new lead
SARAHLOUISE Younger has spent years building a career in supporting roles. In Sister Act, she steps into the lead for the first time. The...
May 2, 2026
Voluntary funding option proposed for local road projects
Surf Coast residents are being asked to weigh in on how the region manages its assets and who should foot the bill for local...
May 1, 2026
Carp clog waterways while action lags
VRFISH have put out a press release on the issue of carp in Victoria. It is an issue that has long caused problems in...
April 30, 2026
Gleeson’s rare milestone built on culture
TORQUAY Football Club coach Dom Gleeson will bring up his 200th game in charge this weekend, a rare achievement at any level of local...
April 29, 2026
Lorne next stop for roaming live music series
LORNE will host the next event in a statewide push to bring free live music to regional communities. The township has been confirmed for the...
April 27, 2026
Free RSV vaccines roll out for older Australians
RSV vaccinations will be free for older Australians from next month, with the federal government adding the protection to the national immunisation program ahead...
April 27, 2026
How to claim 20pc off your vehicle registration
VICTORIAN drivers will get 20 per cent off their vehicle registration under a new one-off cost-of-living rebate. The measure comes as fuel prices continue to...
April 25, 2026
Where design, light and craftsmanship converge
POSITIONED in a popular pocket of Torquay, close to the beach and golf course, this exceptional residence delivers a level of quality and craftsmanship...
April 25, 2026
Creative family living with valley views: 115 Spring Valley Drive, Torquay
BATHED in natural light thanks to its desirable northerly aspect, this beautifully designed double-storey home in the sought-after Ocean Views Estate offers the perfect...
April 25, 2026
Space, privacy, beautiful grounds: 72 Bambra Road, Aireys Inlet
A beautifully executed Hamptons-style residence, this four-bedroom, two-bathroom home delivers space, privacy and a relaxed coastal feel on an impressive 4,847sqm (just over an...
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