July 31, 2019
Pricey proposal suggests using recycled water to improve lakes
THE Colac Otway Shire is considering a nine-figure proposal to pump recycled water from Black Rock to improve the quality of lakes such as...
July 31, 2019
Warralily links both sides of estate with shared pathway
PEOPLE can now walk or cycle from one side of the Warralily development to the other with the completion of a 4.9-kilometre shared pathway. The...
July 31, 2019
Home Instead Senior Care Geelong celebrates first year
LOCALLY owned and managed in-home care provider Home Instead Senior Care Geelong is celebrating a year of providing home care to over 140 seniors. Impressed...
July 31, 2019
Tree of local knowledge bears fruit as Eden Project releases feedback
THE Eden Project says there is strong support from the community and stakeholders for its proposal for Alcoa’s Anglesea mine, according to its analysis...
July 31, 2019
IN BRIEF – August 1, 2019
Deakin team investigates impact of microplastics NEW research from Deakin University has found plastic in waste streams is breaking down into tiny particles and causing potentially...
July 31, 2019
SURF COAST ARTS TRAIL MAP GOES DIGITAL
THIS year’s Surf Coast Arts Trail will be at people’s fingertips in more ways than one this year, with the event launching an online...
July 31, 2019
Surf Coast lifesavers feature heavily at Awards of Excellence
LIFESAVERS and clubs on the Surf Coast received many of the major awards at Life Saving Victoria’s annual Awards of Excellence. The event, held at...
July 31, 2019
BIG PLAN: Permit lodged for $22 million commercial development in Torquay
A SECOND proposal has been put forward to transform a prominent vacant block in Torquay into a major commercial development, with the lodgement of...
July 31, 2019
Candidates revealed for Anglesea Ward by-election
HALF a dozen people have thrown their hats in the ring to be the new councillor in the Surf Coast Shire’s Anglesea Ward. Yesterday (Wednesday),...
July 26, 2019
Keep recycling as normal, shire says
SURF Coast Shire residents will see their recyclables sent straight to landfill, following SKM's announcement today to councils across the state that it has...
July 25, 2019
Towards Zero Round to be held state-wide next week
FOOTBALL and netball clubs across Victoria will go the extra mile to tackle road safety next month, as they help kick off the inaugural...
July 25, 2019
The reliable Armstrong Creek sparky
SCOTT Ashdown prides himself on offering an honest and reliable service. Operating his own electrical business, Swell Electrical, Scott began his career in the fire...
July 24, 2019
Keep your property under control
It can be shocking how quickly your management fees can get away from you. You initially agree to a percentage and then over the years, as your...
July 24, 2019
Werribee Mansion opens doors for Open House Melbourne
Guests will enjoy free yet exclusive access to Werribee Mansion during Open House Melbourne Weekend this Saturday and Sunday. The heritage-listed building, which housed the...
July 24, 2019
EYEING THE WEEKEND – July 25, 2019
FRIDAY 26/7
WAVE OF MUSIC AT NEW HALL Lighthouse Arts Collective will present three artists at New Hall this Friday. Ella Thompson will take the stage alongside...
July 24, 2019
Wire rope safety barriers to be audited
THE Victorian Auditor-General's Office is carrying out a state-wide audit on wire rope safety barriers in regional areas, which has been welcomed by Liberal...
July 24, 2019
Glimpse of planet earth in 2040
INFORMED conversations about climate change are pressing forward around the 3228, with Surf Coast Shire council hosting a screening of 2040 at the Boardriders...
July 24, 2019
Committee for Lorne: A word from the Chairman
Although it may be a quiet time of the year for many, it’s certainly not for all as there are a number of different...
July 24, 2019
Torquay Commerce and Tourism to rebrand
TORQUAY Commerce and Tourism will be rebranding, with the peak Torquay traders' association to announce its new name as part of next month's Geelong...
July 18, 2019
Local surfers join line-up to represent Victoria
SURFING Victoria has announced the members of Team Victoria that will represent the state at the SAE Group Australian Surf Championships in Tweed Heads...
July 18, 2019
EYEING THE WEEKEND – July 18, 2019
FRIDAY 19/7
FOUR WOMEN, ONE HELL OF A STORY Multi-award-winning musical play The Sapphires will grace the stage at The Potato Shed across two big nights of...
July 18, 2019
Grimley opens office in Torquay
TORQUAY’S Pearl Street has welcomed the office of Stuart Grimley MP, with the Justice Party state leader officially opening his doors this week. Located in...
July 17, 2019
MARKET HIGHLIGHTS – July 18, 2019
BALLARAT SHEEP Lambs yarded 11,000 Sheep yarded 6,500 Shorn lambs to $286 Heavy trade lamb to $262 Light processor lambs to $150 Heavy mutton to $200 Light mutton to $105 MORTLAKE CATTLE Cattle...
July 17, 2019
IN BRIEF – July 18, 2019
Kangaroo forum to be held next week ANGAIR’S Kangaroo Advisory Forum will hold its annual community forum next week. Parks Victoria’s Phil Pegler will give a...
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