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...
November 1, 2023
LAAC’s outdoor area approved for summer
A POPULAR part of the Lorne Aquatic and Angling Club (LAAC) will be back this summer, with the club’s outdoor beer garden given consent...
October 30, 2023
Torquay’s Blue Tree planted
TORQUAY'S addition to the Blue Tree Project has been officially planted, with the eye-catching tree now standing proudly at the front of Torquay Community...
October 29, 2023
Volunteers’ diligent watching celebrated
THE hard work of volunteers across not only the Geelong region but also Victoria have been recognised in the latest EstuaryWatch and WaterWatch Annual...
October 27, 2023
Nominations still open for Active Geelong Awards
ACTIVE Geelong is gearing up for the second iteration of its Active Workplace Awards, set to be announced next month. With several awards including the...
October 26, 2023
Ashbury gives generously from Community Fund
MORE than 20 groups from from Armstrong Creek and surrounding areas have benefited from the latest round of the Ashbury Community Fund. An annual initiative...
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