February 4, 2021
Operation Seahawk swoops on long weekend offending
OPERATION Seahawk has taken a zero tolerance approach towards alcohol-related crime making a spate of arrests over the long weekend believed to be connected...
February 4, 2021
Calendar top shots star in new exhibition
BREATHTAKING images from the 2021 Geelong Calendar are on display for the public to enjoy at the Geelong Library and Heritage Centre this month. The...
February 4, 2021
Work starts on 35-kilometre fuel break
WORKS are set to begin to create a 35-kilometre fuel break around townships along the Great Ocean Road. The works are ramping up following the...
February 4, 2021
Community satisfaction survey ready to launch
SELECTED Surf Coast ratepayers will have the chance to provide feedback on council's performance over a tele-interview as part of a survey which kicks...
February 4, 2021
Arson threat continues
A BELOVED children’s park is believed to be the latest target of the Torquay firebug with police urging anyone with information to come forward...
February 3, 2021
Rip Curl Pro could face an interstate clash
AN ICONIC Bells Beach surfing competition may be getting a run for its money with a surprise proposition for a World Surf League (WSL)...
January 28, 2021
App against graffiti a hit
A TOTAL of 800 reports of graffiti have been lodged through the city's new easy-to-use mobile app since its inception in September. The release of...
January 28, 2021
Have your say on long-term environmental projects
THE Corangamite Catchment Management Authority is calling on the community to assist with the renewal of the Regional Catchment Strategy (RCS) across nine local...
January 28, 2021
Barwon Water urges greater efficiency following a drop in Geelong’s reservoir
Barwon Water has reported a drop in inflows at Geelong's most important reservoir, serving as a reminder for residents and visitors to target their...
January 28, 2021
OneWorth a success among young girls
INSTILLING self-worth in young girls is in demand after the successful launch of the OneWorth program on the Bellarine Peninsula. Mindset educator Kirsten Roberts and...
January 28, 2021
The collective future in the hands of Surf Coast residents
RESIDENTS of the Surf Coast Shire will get to have their say on a 10-year plan that will help determine what is important for...
January 28, 2021
New indoor stadium the biggest project undertaken by council
AFTER much community anticipation Surf Coast's new multi-purpose indoor stadium has been completed. Wurdi Baierr Stadium, meaning the "big gathering place" in Wadawurrung has now...
January 28, 2021
Accessible homes for those living with a disability
TWO groups have come together to ensure people living with a disability have the same opportunities as the rest of the community starting with...
January 28, 2021
2021 Youth Council announced
TWELVE youths have been elected to take on the added responsibility of representing young people from across the region as they now prepare to...
January 27, 2021
Police believe Torquay firebug has struck again
A TORQUAY firebug is thought to have struck again this morning with police urging anyone with information to come forward.
January 21, 2021
New Year blitz exposes bad habits
STATISTICS have shown that while it is a new year, Greater Geelong residents are still up to the same old driving habits. Up to 594...
January 21, 2021
Another busy season as patrols rescue 104 people
LIFE SAVERS have had their work cut out for them following another difficult season with over 100 rescues performed locally. From November 1 to January...
January 21, 2021
Love from Lenny giving sick children a reason to smile
A TORQUAY mother has ensured the legacy of her little boy will live on through the Love from Lenny toy drive. Lauren Henwood faced every...
January 21, 2021
Pako Festa’s CovidSafe plan announced
PAKO Festa is set to return next month with Diversitat announcing an all-new look to the classic event. After 38 years of delivering culture to...
January 21, 2021
From fire threats to floods, 2021 poses new challenges
LA NINA weather patterns are bringing a stark contrast to the fear of bushfires that threatened the Great Ocean Road this time last year. Over...
January 21, 2021
Tourists urged to keep visiting coastal hamlets
PORT Campbell was among the many Surf Coast communities to receive a much-needed tourism boost over the New Year period. From Boxing day to last...
January 21, 2021
Ross River tally doubles in less than a month
ROSS River cases have more than doubled this month causing health officials to voice their concerns for the region. A Department of Health and Human...
January 20, 2021
Worker’s Hut to showcase emerging Surf Coast artists
THE Worker’s Hut will showcase five emerging female artists’ work as part of its on-going support of Surf Coast creatives. On January 23 the Worker’s...
January 14, 2021
Vanessa is back to promote road safety
Vanessa may be back with a brand new look, but she still has the same message for young drivers. The Transport Accident Commission’s Vanessa program...
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