July 26, 2024
Kinder announced for Armstrong Creek
ARMSTRONG Creek is getting a new kindergarten co-located with one of its new primary schools, one of eight to be built across the state...
July 26, 2024
Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library set for public opening
THE new Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library has been officially opened, and the public can start browsing the shelves from Thursday next week. City of Greater...
July 26, 2024
GORCAPA defends lighthouse tour EOI
THE Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority (GORCAPA) says it is best practice to hold an expression of interest (EOI) process to run...
July 25, 2024
APCO Foundation’s Giving Day set to return
THE APCO Foundation Giving Day is back in 2024, with its second edition to be held on Tuesday next week. This year, all donations will...
July 25, 2024
Shire to try to host forum on Haven Torquay
THE Surf Coast Shire council is siding with Torquay North residents who object to the proposed Haven Torquay development, resolving to attempt to set...
July 23, 2024
Shire adopts concept plan for Anglesea hub
THE Surf Coast Shire is pressing ahead with its proposal to create the Anglesea Community and Health Hub, with the council voting to adopt...
July 18, 2024
Lawson Humphries gets Rising Star nod
GEELONG'S Lawson Humphries has been named the Round 18 AFL Rising Star nominee after an impressive performance in the Cats’ 20-point win over Collingwood...
July 15, 2024
The stakes are high if you lodge in early July
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is warning taxpayers against rushing to lodge their tax returns as soon as possible after July 1. ATO Assistant Commissioner...
July 11, 2024
Opening date set for Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library
THE Geelong region's newest library will be open in three weeks, with the City of Greater Geelong today (Thursday, July 11) confirming a final...
July 11, 2024
Vandalism forces closure of Anglesea toilet block
THE Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority (GORCAPA) has temporarily closed the Four Kings toilet block at 78 Great Ocean Road in Anglesea...
July 9, 2024
Parking fees proposed at some Great Ocean Road sites
VISITORS to some public land along the Great Ocean Road would have to pay parking fees under a new proposal from the state Labor...
July 8, 2024
Mia Gross makes Aussie team for Olympics
GEELONG-born athlete Mia Gross is on her way to Paris, named today (Monday, July 8) as part of Australia's team for the 2024 Olympic...
July 7, 2024
Celebrating First Nations’ spirit in surfing
FIRST Nations panellists will share reflections on their deep connections with Sea Country through surfing at a Surf Coast Shire celebration for NAIDOC Week. The...
July 5, 2024
Morris, Geelong Chamber launch $25,000 Business Class Finance Grant
AUSTRALIAN financial firm Morris Business Solutions has worked with the Geelong Chamber of Commerce to launch the $25,000 Morris Business Class Finance Grant. Anounced today...
July 4, 2024
Gin distiller is back in business
GREAT Ocean Road Gin has emerged from voluntary adminstration, with the company announcing its restructure proposal had been accepted at a creditors' meeting last...
July 3, 2024
New regional cricket hub opens
THE Barwon Regional Cricket Centre is officially open, offering a world-class indoor cricket hub for the wider region's clubs and communities to use all...
July 3, 2024
SCEG screening to inspire a sustainable future
THE Surf Coast Energy Group’s (SCEG) Environmental Film Series aims to inspire people about making the world more sustainable and connect with others who...
July 1, 2024
TikTok, Victorian Chamber to hold Geelong event
TIKTOK and the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry have joined forces and will head to Geelong next month to launch a new business...
June 29, 2024
Geelong Jets sign bowls world champion Paul Foster
GEELONG'S Bowls Premier League (BPL) side has revealed renowned Scottish lawn bowls world champion Paul Foster as the first signing for the new team. The...
June 28, 2024
Avalon-Brisbane flights take off
FLIGHTS between Melbourne Avalon Airport near Geelong and Brisbane began today (Friday, June 28), and the airport's executive chair has used the occasion to...
June 27, 2024
Councils unite against CFMEU
THE five councils in the G21 area have united against what they describe as attempts by the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU)...
June 25, 2024
Shire could add $6m to aquatic centre budget
THE Surf Coast Shire council has decided to press on with building the Surf Coast Aquatic and Health Centre (SCAHC) despite rising costs and...
June 21, 2024
Young artists to shine at Youth Fest event
A PROJECT at Anglesea Arts Space is one of three recipients in Victoria's west to be supported as part of Youth Fest this year. The...
June 21, 2024
Fischer Street, Merrijig Drive works begin
THE Surf Coast Shire is undertaking road rehabilitation works along Fischer Street and Merrijig Drive, Torquay, to make it safer for all road users. The...
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