May 13, 2021
Great Ocean Road towns listed among Victoria’s best
FOUR Great Ocean Road towns have been listed as finalists in the inaugural awards recognising the best of regional tourism. Victoria's Top Tourism Town Awards...
May 13, 2021
New Google deal a win for local businesses
A NEW deal between a local media company and Google is set to feed revenue back into local businesses according to one of Armstrong...
May 13, 2021
A tempting taste of the Moorabool Valley
AUSTIN’S Wines are set to showcase the best of local producers in the Moorabool Valley region with their latest project. The Moorabool Valley Wine Club...
May 13, 2021
Coastal crowds reach their peak
THE Surf Coast Shire has confirmed events are back and bigger than ever with record numbers in attendance in some cases. After being deprived in...
May 13, 2021
Anglesea News & Lotto among the best in the state
ANGLESEA News & Lotto has been recognised as one of the standout newsagencies in the state during the annual Victorian Association for Newsagents Gala...
May 13, 2021
Golden ticket winner to run for amputee awareness
GOLDEN ticker winner Kerryn Harvey is using her win to help amputees achieve their sporting dreams while running 12 marathons in 12 months. With four...
May 13, 2021
Plea for restructure of homelessness services
LISA dreams of being a homeowner one day but for now she lives in social housing following a stint of homelessness that lasted two...
May 13, 2021
Regaining confidence through the kitchen
GATEWAYS Support Service’s new Education Around the Table program is helping young people living with a disability to overcome isolation while gaining valuable life...
May 13, 2021
Students lead the way in celebrating autism awareness
STUDENTS at Anglesea Primary School have rallied together to put World Autism Awareness Day on the calendar. Last month students, staff and parents wore yellow...
May 6, 2021
Eat, drink and paint at Leura Park
THE fourth season of Paint & Sip classes are now underway at the Leura Park Estate combining wine, canapes, and paint for enthusiastic artists...
May 6, 2021
Spring Valley duo makes their ‘egg-xit’
FROM ambitious Londoners to Torquay farmers, Brian and Jill Pocklington have made a name for themselves as the friendly faces behind Spring Valley Barn...
May 6, 2021
Great Ocean Road Running Festival returns this month
RUNNERS are set to hit the pavement for one of Australia’s most challenging and picturesque running events taking place on the Great Ocean Road....
May 6, 2021
Aireys Inlet writer wins national prize
ACCLAIMED Aireys Inlet author Gregory Day has taken out the top prize in the national nature writing competition. In its sixth edition of the biennial...
May 6, 2021
Renewed partnership aims to grow tourism
A RENEWED four-year partnership between peak body Tourism Greater Geelong and the Bellarine and the City of Greater Geelong will increase the region’s visitor...
May 6, 2021
CCMA kickstarts six graduate careers during COVID-19
THE Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CCMA) has launched the careers of six young alumnus despite the pandemic leaving limited employment opportunities. The six new full-time...
May 6, 2021
Free sustainability upgrades for homes and businesses
AUSTRALIAN Energy Upgrades are helping locals access free efficient upgrades and installation to their homes and businesses. The Geelong-based energy specialists supply hot water heat...
May 6, 2021
Shire to launch inclusion program to support marginalised groups
The Surf Coast Shire Council will co-host a free online event next week to explore ways to re-engage vulnerable and marginalised community members after...
May 6, 2021
Fly-in safety lesson for Ocean Grove students
WHILE dressed like heroes, Ocean Grove Primary School students got to meet the real-life crew behind a record number of rescues performed on Victoria...
April 29, 2021
Artwork auction aims to fund music lessons for Aboriginal children
A TORQUAY local is using his unique Aboriginal Dreamtime collection to raise money for a kids’ music program in Australia’s most remote community. Gordon Stammers...
April 29, 2021
Historic landmark receives cultural recognition
THE Loveridge Lookout has been officially unveiled as a heritage listed site following official proceedings undertaken by mayor Libby Stapleton earlier this month. Originally built...
April 29, 2021
GRLC appoints new chief executive
THE Geelong Regional Library Corporation (GRLC) has announced Vanessa Schernickau as the new CEO following a competitive recruitment process. As a strong advocate for regional...
April 29, 2021
Surf Coast volunteers fighting waste
THE Surf Coast Repair Café is set to return next month in a bid to prevent household items from ending up in landfill. Local efforts...
April 29, 2021
Residents join leaders in talks for equality
LABOR'S Shadow Minister for Women Tanya Plibersek joined residents at an open forum discussing gender-based issues during the week. The April 26 event consisted of...
April 29, 2021
Minimum passing laws come into force
NEW road laws have come into effect earlier this week with drivers to allow more room for cyclists. Commencing on April 26, the new laws...
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