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November 25, 2023

Memory Walk & Jog to hold biggest season

Memory Walk & Jog will have its biggest season in 2024, and Dementia Australia patron Ita Buttrose encourages all Australians to show their support...

November 25, 2023

Campaign to take on sun protection complacency

The organisation has acknowledges the positive progress in skin cancer prevention in Victoria, following insights from the 2022 Summer Sun Protection Survey (Life in...

November 24, 2023

G21 launches Region Plan 2050

G21 GEELONG Region Alliance have launched a new strategic framework to guide planning and investment for communities in Geelong and surrounds over the next...

November 24, 2023

A quiet family haven in Old Torquay

Enjoy a genuine walkable lifestyle with this five-bedroom family haven, tucked away at 5 Seabird Court in Old Torquay. A few steps away is access...

November 19, 2023

Geelong Wine Show winners revealed

WINE Geelong has celebrated the 24th Geelong Wine Show at its annual Awards Dinner, with Oakdene taking out the 2023 Best In Show Trophy...

November 17, 2023

IN HIGH DUDGEON: Shire defends height of approved building, objection policy

THE Surf Coast Shire has defended giving planning approval to a house now under construction in Jan Juc that exceeds the typical height for...

November 16, 2023

Pupil’s peace poster now a national contender

A PEACEFUL poster by a Torquay pupil has been judged the best not only in the town but also in western Victoria. The colourful entry...

November 16, 2023

2024 AFL fixture released

The AFL has revealed the fixture for the 2024 Toyota AFL Premiership Season, and Geelong will open the season at home against St Kilda. Rounds...

November 14, 2023

Incumbents re-elected at shire council meeting

THE Surf Coast Shire council will stay with its existing leadership team into next year, with the incumbents unchallenged at the mayoral election. At their...

November 14, 2023

Art of the Minds a finalist in Community Achievement Awards

ART of the Minds' Jules Haddock is a finalist in this year's Community Achievement Awards for Victoria, but says the Art of the Minds...

November 13, 2023

Daisy Pearce jumps on as People’s Ride ambassador

AFLW PREMIERSHIP captain Daisy Pearce has been locked in as an ambassador for the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) People's Ride in next year's Cadel...

November 13, 2023

Watch out for insurance loopholes ahead of bushfires

A COMBINATION of increased insurance premiums, higher bushfire risk and updated building codes could mean policyholders have insufficient cover or no cover at all,...

November 12, 2023

TGGB appoints three new board members

TOURISM Greater Geelong has added three new faces to its board. The organisation held its annual general meeting on October 26, where Varia Mitchell, Larelle...

November 12, 2023

Grants help clubs spread road safety message

MORE than a dozen football and netball clubs across the Geelong region and Victoria's south-west trying to stop road trauma in their communities have...

November 11, 2023

Hockey Dad make room for new single

Australian indie rock duo Hockey Dad has had a very busy 2023 and show no signs of slowing down, heading to Torquay next weekend...

November 10, 2023

Local projects lauded in National Architecture Awards

Two outstanding buildings in the Geelong region have received the highest praise in this year’s National Architecture Awards. Announced earlier this month, the awards run...

November 10, 2023

Region’s operators shortlisted in Victorian Tourism Awards

MORE than a dozen tourism operators from across the Geelong region are shortlisted among the best in the state in this year's Victorian Tourism...

November 10, 2023

Road repair: Shire seeks up to $1.7m in funds for Black Spot projects

THE Surf Coast Shire will apply for much as $1.7 million from the Black Spot Program to go towards three road safety projects in...

November 10, 2023

Plug into solar with Winki Solutions

Winki Solutions is a local Surf Coast business founded and based in Torquay. With a passion for renewable energy and the environment, Winki Solutions is...

November 9, 2023

Feel the flow, get positive at Commerce Torquay event

ATTENDEES at next week’s Commerce Torquay After 5 Business Networking event will hear from local experts in not only beer but also solar panels. Registrations...

November 9, 2023

Blood pressure fluctuations could be a warning

A new study by Australian researchers has shown that fluctuating blood pressure can increase the risk of dementia and vascular problems in older people. Short...

November 8, 2023

Cadel gears up for his 2024 race

TOUR de France winner Cadel Evans is keen for the wheels to get turning on the 2024 edition of the race that bears his...

November 4, 2023

Torquay RSL seeks sponsors for Anzac Day

THE Torquay RSL Sub-Branch is keen for its Anzac Day Dawn Service to return to the pre-COVID experience, and is in need of sponsorship...

November 2, 2023

Share your views on Point Impossible

THE Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority (GORCAPA) and Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation is inviting the community to share their thoughts on...