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February 22, 2021

Peak business bodies demand no more statewide shutdowns

PEAK bodies for businesses in cities and towns across regional Victoria, including Geelong and Apollo Bay, have signed onto a letter urging Premier Daniel...

February 20, 2021

Lisa Neville takes leave of absence to recover from Crohn’s disease

BELLARINE-based state MP Lisa Neville will take three months of leave as she recovers from treatment for Crohn's disease. In a statement issued this afternoon,...

February 19, 2021

COVID-19 vaccinations in Geelong to begin

CORONAVIRUS vaccinations across the Geelong region will start on Monday, with those people in priority groups who are most at risk and who need...

February 18, 2021

On the buses: New school bus routes rolled out for Oberon High

THE relocated Oberon High School has opened its doors, and up to 500 students a day are already heading there by bus. To coincide with...

February 18, 2021

Get a taste of Shakespeare this weekend

AFTER a challenging 12 months of performance cancellations and lockdowns, OZACT is celebrating a return to brighter days with A Feast of Shakespeare in...

February 18, 2021

New car parks completed at Waurn Ponds railway station

BY JAMES TAYLOR COMMUTERS to Melbourne have more and better places to park at Waurn Ponds railway station with the completion of the latest stage...

February 18, 2021

Geelong to say hello, Dolly

Geelong's music lovers may remember Dolly Diamond from her appearance on the Geelong Arts Centre's livestream last year, and will have the chance to...

February 18, 2021

Jan Juc artist shortlisted for national award

A MURAL in Geelong West to celebrate cancer survivors and inspire hope has been named as one of the best public art experiences in...

February 18, 2021

GTA seeks a lawyer for DAL arguments

THE Greater Torquay Alliance (GT Alliance) is canvassing for a pro bono lawyer to help make its case in the next phase of the...

February 18, 2021

Wreck2Reef cancelled, IRONMAN 70.3 postponed

THE snap lockdown across Victoria stopped the running of the annual Wreck2Reef swim last weekend, and organisers have been forced to cancel the event...

February 18, 2021

Woorangalook Koori Surfing Titles run in new format

INDIGENOUS communities gathered together on Wadawurrung country at Urquhart Bluff earlier this month for the annual Woorangalook Koori Surfing Titles. The annual tradition has now...

February 18, 2021

New owners of The Sands have Surf Coast roots

THE new owners of The Sands say they have “deep roots in Torquay” and plan to reopen the golf course and resort complex by...

February 18, 2021

GFL fixture tweaked for 2021 season

SEVERAL changes to the final 2021 Geelong Football Netball League (GFNL) fixture hae been made by AFL Barwon, following agreements between competing clubs. The round...

February 18, 2021

Rip Curl magnanimous about losing Pro this year

RIP Curl's chief brand and marketing officer Neil Ridgway said the surf brand and the World Surf League (WSL) tried their best to get...

February 18, 2021

Bringing a taste of Italy to Torquay

A FAMILY favourite already well established in Geelong will soon celebrate the launch of its first Surf Coast venue. Two Sugars opens the doors to...

February 18, 2021

AFL Barwon still seeks GM

AFL BARWON has missed its own self-imposed deadline to find a new regional general manager (RGM), but does not expect the delay to have...

February 18, 2021

Andrews says Avalon “obvious” contender for quarantine site

AVALON Airport is among the leaders for a COVID-19 quarantine facility purpose-built by the state government, with Premier Daniel Andrews describing the Geelong airport...

February 18, 2021

A taste journey around the world

GEELONG's ethnic community groups are looking forward to showcasing their cuisines in Pako Festa's new format. The February 27 event will showcase the cuisine of...

February 18, 2021

Momentum builds: Developer chosen to head up Lovely Banks housing development

AWARD-WINNING developer Newland has been appointed to head up construction of a master-planned community in Lovely Banks, which will bring 15,000 new homes to...

February 18, 2021

Beyond Pink supports cancer sufferers through highs and lows

A CANCER support group on the Bellarine is providing relief, reassurance and encouragement for people living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC). Beyond Pink formed back...

February 16, 2021

Daniel O’Keefe to coach Carlton reserves

THE 2021 VFL season is drawing closer, and Carlton's side will have a Geelong connection at the helm. Former Geelong Falcons and Geelong VFL coach...

February 12, 2021

Pro is no go at Bells this year

THERE will be no Rip Curl Pro at all at Bells Beach this year, and Rip Curl and the Surf Coast Shire have both...

February 11, 2021

Community generosity shines in classic result

A NEW fundraising challenge on the Surf Coast has raised enough money to fund the work of a cancer research scientist until the end...

February 11, 2021

IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong gets green light

THIS year’s IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong has been given the green light, with organisers confirming their COVIDSafe event plan had been approved. The IRONMAN Group Oceania...