April 5, 2024
Views sought on parklet trial
AN OUTDOOR dining space in Jan Juc being used as a trial for a potential shire-wide rollout is ending this weekend, and the Surf...
April 5, 2024
Blue Gum’s visit to bring services to you
SERVICES Australia is bringing its Mobile Services Centre (MSC) "Blue Gum" to the Geelong region from Tuesday, April 9, offering locals easy access to...
April 5, 2024
Shire adopts new framework to measure economic success
THE Surf Coast Shire has introduced a new model that aims to create a more holistic view of economic success across the municipality. The Measures...
April 5, 2024
Surfing industry excellence honoured at awards
THIS year's Australian Surf Industry (ASI) Association Honours Night has recognised and celebrated outstanding contributions to the surfing community. The packed event at The Sands...
April 4, 2024
River’s blue-green algae outbreak clears
THE Barwon River in Geelong has been declared safe again for recreational activities, after tests found a reduction in blue-green algae in water samples. According...
April 3, 2024
Survey finds Baby Boomers feel happier, healthier than Gen Zs
Baby Boomers consider themselves healthier than younger generations, with Gen Zs and Millennials saying mental health, financial stress and quality of life are affecting...
April 2, 2024
Applications for shire kinder open soon
TORQUAY parent Courtney Weybury is excited her family has started another chapter with Torquay Kindergarten, after watching her first daughter thrive at the service. The...
April 1, 2024
REACH seeks green investment interest
DEAKIN University's Recycling and Clean Energy Commercialisation Hub (REACH) is seeking expressions of interest (EOI) from businesses looking to invest in research-led innovation projects...
April 1, 2024
Shire considers first Fair Access Policy
THE Surf Coast Shire will aim to provide equitable access to all its sporting faciliries through its first Fair Access Policy. Councillors considered a report...
April 1, 2024
Newborn screening expanded
Victorian newborns will now be screened for two additional rare but serious health conditions, helping to identify babies at risk of developing illnesses and...
March 30, 2024
Quarterfinal fields set at Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach
THE third day of competition at the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach Presented by Bonsoy witnessed a move to Winkipop again with the world’s...
March 28, 2024
AFL Barwon makes big change to restructure plan
AFL BARWON will introduce non-mandatory promotion from the Bellarine FNL into the Geelong FNL in the latest shakeup to its Future of Football &...
March 28, 2024
Lifeblood urgently seeks donors over Easter
Ahead of Easter, Australian Red Cross Lifeblood has issued an appeal for blood and plasma donors amid growing demand by hospitals. The need for blood...
March 27, 2024
More major upsets on Rip Curl Pro’s second day
DAY two of the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach Presented by Bonsoy has seen another massive day of action. Competition on stop four on the...
March 27, 2024
City restores ties with G21
THE City of Greater Geelong council has reversed its decision to cut ties with G21 Geelong Region Alliance, and has restored $250,000 of city...
March 27, 2024
Coeliac disease isn’t just a gut feeling
Coeliac Australia is calling for Australians to rethink coeliac disease by thinking outside the gut, with new research highlighting two-thirds of patients were diagnosed...
March 26, 2024
Ellie Harrison beats world no. 1 in Bells Beach boilover
LOCAL high school student Ellie Harrison has pulled off a boilover heat win at the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach today (Tuesday, March 26)...
March 26, 2024
Surfing begins at Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach
THE opening day of competition has been called on at the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach Presented by Bonsoy, stop four on the World...
March 25, 2024
NDIS committee releases annual report
THE latest report into the implementation and performance of the National Disability Insurance Scheme has highlighted three important themes, not only from the past...
March 25, 2024
Feedback sought on Charlemont hub design
THE next phase of community consultation has opened for the proposed Horseshoe Bend Community Hub in Charlemont. The City of Greater Geelong has developed a...
March 24, 2024
Completed stadium passes the test
THE new stand at GMHBA Stadium has passed its first test - hosting the biggest crowd at an AFL game at Kardinia Park since...
March 22, 2024
Barwon River Loop Board Walk petition response
THE Surf Coast Shire says it has taken community feedback on board in the new design of stage 2 of the Barwon River Loop...
March 22, 2024
Creative Engine recipients annnounced
THE latest recipients of Geelong Arts Centre's Creative Engine program have been revealed. Totalling up to $16,000 in financial grants and $30,000 of value-in-kind studio...
March 22, 2024
Last chance to create a fairer community with Give Geelong Appeal
THE Give Where You Live Foundation is calling on the community one last time for the Give Geelong Appeal. The week of giving, which finishes...
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