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...
July 28, 2023
New toolkit will help predict Cardiovascular Disease
About eight million Australians will benefit from a new approach to stopping cardiovascular disease (CVD) before it strikes. Health and Aged Care Minister Mark Butler...
July 28, 2023
BUILDING THE FUTURE: ManuFutures 2 officially opens in Waurn Ponds
FUTURE manufacturing prospects for emerging Geelong businesses look twice as good with the opening of the ManuFutures 2 hub at Deakin University's Waurn Ponds...
July 27, 2023
Surfrider to hold another session about seismic testing
THE Surfrider Foundation is holding a second information session this Saturday, July 29 about possible large-scale seismic testing to be conducted off the Victorian...
July 27, 2023
G21 Annual Regional Forum on tomorrow
HUNDREDS of community, business and government leaders from across the Geelong region will gather in Torquay tomorrow (Friday, July 28) for the G21 Annual...
July 27, 2023
Shire adopts amendments to facility rules
THE Surf Coast Shire has changed its local laws to modify the rules about who can enter council facilities such as toilets, showes and...
July 27, 2023
Local sports groups disappointed at Games cancellation
LOCAL sports groups have expressed their disappointment now some of the world's best athletes will no longer be coming to Geelong following the Andrews...
July 26, 2023
Toast the winter with Commerce Torquay
COMMERCE Torquay is heading to Torquay Wine Store for its next winter after 5 event, to be held on this. The "Winter Warmer Business Connect"...
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