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August 24, 2023

Community gathers to remember Vietnam War

A LARGE crowd gathered at Torquay RSL last week to pay their respects as Australia marked 50 years since the end of its involvement...

August 24, 2023

New spaces shine at Geelong Arts Centre opening party

The redeveloped Geelong Arts Centre is up and running, with a huge crowd of VIPs exploring the new spaces on Friday last week ahead...

August 23, 2023

Beware of electrical fire risk at home

VICTORIA'S fire services are calling on households to check the safety and maintenance of their electrical equipment and appliances, following a recent clothes dryer...

August 23, 2023

Elite courses confirmed for Cadel’s race

THE Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race (CEGORR) elite races in 2024 will retain the course changes from this year, inviting teams to attack...

August 21, 2023

Water released towards Barwon River

WATER has been released from Lake Colac in a controlled fashion along nearby waterways and towards the Barwon River as part of a pre-existing...

August 21, 2023

Showcasing Otways research projects

THE latest edition of an annual forum will again bring together experts, researchers and the community from across the Otways to share the latest...

August 18, 2023

Mauboy wowed by redeveloped Geelong Arts Centre

THE curtain is about to go up on the redeveloped Geelong Arts Centre, and some of the talent who will be among the first...

August 18, 2023

PODS UNCORKED: Mt Duneed Estate reveals boutique accommodation

MT DUNEED Estate has uncorked a new experience for visitors to the Geelong region, opening eight boutique accommodation pods with funding support from the...

August 17, 2023

Geelong live site to screen Women’s World Cup third place play-off

THE community is invited to come together and cheer on the Matildas this Saturday, August 18 at a free live FIFA Women's World Cup...

August 17, 2023

Stretch of tourist route upgraded

THE state government has completed works to rebuild a section of Birregurra-Forrest Road in Birregurra to deliver smoother journeys for all road users. Minister for...

August 15, 2023

Voice forums for “yes”, “no” cases to be held

THE campaign for both sides of the argument about the referendum about the proposed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament is stepping...

August 14, 2023

Music event to chug though Geelong

MUSIC fans are on track for a weekend-long treat with the announcement of Sound Tracks, a new live music and tourism experience on a...

August 11, 2023

Federal funds sought for Winchelsea pool upgrade

THE Surf Coast Shire is seeking $2.2 million in federal funding to go along with $3.3 million of its own money to support the...

August 11, 2023

Joint call for urgent reforms to land use planning

State governments must urgently overhaul their approach to land use planning to ensure no more homes are built without regard to risk on flood...

August 11, 2023

THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE: Veterans Card officially launched

THE Victorian government is seeking to grow the uptake of its state-based Veterans Card, which it is describing as an Australian first. Minister for Veterans...

August 10, 2023

Isaac Smith reveals retirement date

FOUR-time AFL premiership player and 2022 Norm Smith Medallist Isaac Smith will retire at the conclusion of Geelong’s 2023 season. Smith, who has played a...

August 9, 2023

Detailed design endorsed for Surf Coast aquatic centre

THE Surf Coast Shire is drawing close towards calling for tenders to build the $46 million Surf Coast Aquatic and Health Centre. At their meeting...

August 6, 2023

Victorian Coalition seeks tax reform views

THE Victorian Coalition says there has been some community interest in their push for tax reform, with more than 100 submissions received within a...

August 6, 2023

Survey finds youth worried about loneliness

Youth mental health organisation ReachOut has released a new report that found more than half (57 per cent) of young people are concerned, stressed...

August 4, 2023

SUPPORTING THEIR SERVICE: Surf Coast, Geelong to share Veterans’ and Families’ Hub

GEELONG and the Surf Coast will share the Veterans' and Families' Hub for the region, with the federal government authorising RSL Victoria to develop...

August 2, 2023

Youth anti-drinking campaign aimed at parents

A NEW campaign aimed at reducing the provision of alcohol to those under 18 has the simple but powerful message "I need you to...

August 1, 2023

Bonza reveals Avalon-Gold Coast route

BONZA is boosting its presence at Avalon Airport, with the budget airline to now fly to and from the Gold Coast. This morning's (Tuesday, August...

August 1, 2023

Cheeseman appointed to new role

SOUTH Barwon MP Darren Cheeseman has kept his parliamentary secretary role but has been shifted to a new portfolio. As of yesterday (Monday, July 31),...

July 30, 2023

Report predicts billions in damage from sea level rise

A NEW study has predicted the impacts of sea level rise and storm surge in Victoria will cause a $442 billion economic loss by...