June 11, 2021
Lived experiences to help determine shire’s access and inclusion
THE Surf Coast Shire Council is encouraging residents to help establish a new Access and Inclusion Plan for 2021-2024. The updated plan follows council's ongoing...
June 11, 2021
Winter Shiraz Festival to showcase the region
GEELONG’S Winter Shiraz Festival is set to return next month following the state government’s contribution through the Wine Growth Fund. Following a COVID-19 induced hiatus,...
June 11, 2021
Torquay-born recycling program hopes for global reach
RIP Curl has global aspirations following the launch of its new Wetsuit Take Back Recycling Program. After first taking place in Torquay three years ago...
June 7, 2021
Anglesea community awarded for climate action
ANGLESEA Community House has won a statewide climate action award following efforts to divert 144 tonnes of non-organic material from landfill each year. Since 2014,...
June 6, 2021
The hidden homeless
OLDER women are emerging as the hidden figures of homelessness as more people throughout the region are becoming increasingly displaced. In the Barwon South West,...
June 6, 2021
Social housing boom
THE Surf Coast Shire council has endorsed plans to help deliver a $20 million commitment to social housing in the region.
During last...
June 5, 2021
Microplastics threatening Surf Coast wetlands
WITH World Environment Day today, the Surfrider Foundation has used the occasion to demand answers over microplastics posing a threat to Surf Coast wetlands. Last...
June 4, 2021
Tender decided for multi-million dollar ferry terminal
THE Queenscliff Ferry Terminal's multi-million-dollar redevelopment is closer to fruition with the tender being awarded to Kane Constructions Pty Ltd. Under the Geelong City Deal,...
June 1, 2021
Surf Coast youth to be recognised at annual awards
THE 2021 Surf Coast Shire Youth Awards are now open for nominations in a bid to celebrate the contributions made by young people throughout...
May 31, 2021
Students raising money for mental health
TWO Sacred Heart College students have used their lived experiences as motivation to raise money for mental health awareness. Year 12 students Lucy Wood and...
May 30, 2021
Million-dollar boost
CONSTRUCTION has commenced on a $1.6 million-dollar park, providing an inclusive community space for Armstrong Creek’s growing population. Geelong mayor Stephanie Asher welcomed the commencement...
May 29, 2021
The Salty Dog Cafe to host annual pooch parade
THE Salty Dog Café is set to transform the foreshore into a pooch parade raising money for Geelong Animal Welfare Society (GAWS). Owner James Zocchi...
May 29, 2021
Major retailer set to deliver one million vaccines
THE Cotton On Foundation will deliver up to one million COVID-19 vaccines to vulnerable communities following a partnership with UNICEF. The foundation has been in...
May 28, 2021
Geelong students join forces for climate action
GEELONG students left the classroom last Friday to protest the government’s climate inaction that they say is impacting their future. Hundreds of school-aged students from...
May 27, 2021
Hospitality relief not enough for struggling coast
THE announcement of flexible visa conditions has been deemed not enough to repair Lorne's struggling hospitality industry. While venue manager Paul Upham welcomed the news...
May 26, 2021
Shire declares accommodation crisis in Lorne
THE Surf Coast Shire council has declared a key worker accommodation crisis in Lorne as the coastal town continues to struggle following COVID-19 lockdowns. The...
May 26, 2021
Homelessness action group standing against inaction
ANGELA co-founded Homelessness Action Geelong after showing long-term concern for community members facing the impacts of the housing crisis. Since going live with the activism...
May 24, 2021
TSLSC celebrates the past and present
IN 1945 the Torquay Surf Life Saving Club pioneered patrolling on Victorian beaches and now in 2021 they celebrate 75 years in operation, while...
May 21, 2021
Wadawurrung voices heard in new jobs strategies
TRADITIONAL owners have joined the table to guide new strategies set to boost training and job opportunities for Aboriginal Victorians. Each region's Traditional Owners, employment...
May 21, 2021
MP launches school climate challenge
CORANGAMITE MP Libby Coker is empowering students to take action with the introduction of a climate challenge for schools. Ms Coker officially launched the project,...
May 21, 2021
Records broken on the Great Ocean Road
THE Kieser Great Ocean Road Running Festival has made a triumphant return as Australia’s largest running event. GORRF director Brad King confirmed almost 9,000 runners,...
May 21, 2021
Community asked to rate new four-bin service
THE Surf Coast Shire council is calling for community feedback on their innovative four-bin kerbside service. Introducing the service in January 2021, the Surf Coast...
May 20, 2021
New life
WARRALILY is set to receive a makeover next month with residents coming together to plant up to 100 river red gums. Part of the National...
May 17, 2021
South Barwon’s coastal swap
VICTORIA'S major political parties have reaffirmed shifting Torquay to the electorate of Polwarth is "the best of a bad situation" but the fate of...
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