May 14, 2026
Coalition target debt, tax in state budget reply
The Liberals and Nationals have outlined their pitch to Victorians ahead of the state election, with opposition leader Jess Wilson saying "respect for...
May 13, 2026
Labor spruiks budget’s tax cuts, defends negative gearing change
The Albanese government is touting its 2026–27 budget as ambitious in the face of adversity, with the financial blueprint rolling out more help with...
May 11, 2026
City largely misses out on priorities in state budget
The City of Greater Geelong has received some of the spending it has been asking for in the Victorian budget but only one of...
May 7, 2026
Offshore gas project near Twelve Apostles gets green light
The state and federal governments have approved a new offshore gas project near the Twelve Apostles, a move Labor insists does not undermine Victoria’s...
May 6, 2026
2026–27 state budget: what’s in it for you?
Labor is touting the education, crime and cost of living measures in its 2026-27 state budget, but there only a handful of big-ticket items...
May 6, 2026
Fire, ambulance stations in Armstrong Creek delayed again
The state Labor government and Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) both cite utilities issues as responsible for the delays to the long-awaited Armstrong Creek fire...
May 5, 2026
Millions committed to Geelong children’s emergency care
Geelong's young people in need of urgent care have been given a boost in Labor's 2026–27 state budget, with $20.3 million to go towards...
April 30, 2026
Divestment plan promises to protect fort’s heritage values
The federal government has pledged to protect the historical values of Fort Queenscliff when it it is divested but the site no longer has...
April 29, 2026
MexiCam’s to bounce back after fire
THE team at MexiCam's are hopeful of quickly "moving onwards and upwards" after a fire at the venue in the Federal Mills precinct in...
April 27, 2026
Shire may dump $73m cultural centre
THE Surf Coast Shire council may dump its multi-million dollar proposal for the Surf Coast Cultural Centre (SCCC), with the project's soaring cost cited...
April 25, 2026
Torquay remembers at dawn service
Thousands of people again gathered in Torquay before sunrise today to show their respect to those who have served the nation, both past and...
April 24, 2026
Smoke expected as planned burns begin across Surf Coast
SEVERAL planned burns have begun and are scheduled to begin across the Geelong region, and residents can expect to see smoke in the air...
April 7, 2026
Win big with Lorne stay promotion
A generous gesture from the world's best cyclists is backing a competition designed to promote visitation and spending in Lorne. Launching this Thursday, the Surf...
April 3, 2026
Huxtable stuns Robson at Bells Beach, prepares for Ferreira face-off
Jan Juc surfer Xavier Huxtable is riding his luck in the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach, defeating Championship Tour (CT) surfer Callum Robson today...
April 2, 2026
Long-term vision for The Sands revealed
The company behind the proposed building works at The Sands development has further explained its intentions, presenting its long-term vision for the community in...
March 29, 2026
Sullivan loses bid for top spot on Liberal ticket
Trent Sullivan has failed in his bid to secure one of the top spots on the Liberals' ticket for Western Victoria Region at the...
March 29, 2026
Victoria makes public transport free for a month
Public transport across Victoria will be free from next week as the Victorian government aims to ease the impact of skyrocketing fuel prices. Coming...
March 29, 2026
Gallery’s exhibition to make a historic impression
THE works of some of the world's most famous impressionist artists are coming to the walls of Geelong Gallery in what is being touted...
March 26, 2026
Local budding talent wins top prize at show
Jan Juc landscape architect Matt York keeps getting better at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, with his creation judged best in show...
March 25, 2026
New splash park design unveiled for Torquay centre
The shape of the splash park inside the coming Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre has been revealed, with the Victorian government releasing a...
March 24, 2026
Jetstar’s Avalon to Bali flights take off
Melbourne Avalon Airport is again an international destination, with Jetstar's debut flight to Bali from the airport taking off yesterday (Monday, 23 March). The...
March 23, 2026
Avalon airshow locked in for 2027 return
The Southern Hemisphere's largest aviation, aerospace and defence exhibition will again take off in Geelong in less than a year. The Victorian government announced today...
March 13, 2026
Nyaal Banyul reaches major milestone
The Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention Centre is on track to host its first event in July, with major building works now complete. The $450 million...
March 13, 2026
Sales event to give early access to new Corio development
A new 400-lot housing development in Corio will officially launch land sales later this month, with a sales information event to take place...
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