August 27, 2019
A spectacle of purple for inclusivity
THE City of Greater Geelong is encouraging people to drape themselves in purple this Friday (August 30) to show support for the local LGBTIQA+...
August 23, 2019
Anglesea local fundraises for Myeloma Australia
ANGLESEA’S Jo De Smet is one of 12 ambassadors for Myeloma Australia – the only myeloma-specific organisation in Australia. This year will see some...
August 22, 2019
COGG signs off on Community Events Fund
THE City of Greater Geelong has concluded details for its new $300,000 Community Events Fund which aims to support “moderate-sized” events. Grants of up to...
August 15, 2019
Perfect pairing: musicians Ash Bell and Sara Tindley head for QMF
THE pressure that comes with being labelled as two of Australia’s best songwriters has little effect on the eloquent lyrics co-written by Ash Bell...
August 15, 2019
COGG introduces online pet registration tool
WITH over 45,000 pets in the region, the City of Greater Geelong has introduced an online tool that enables pet owners to register and...
August 15, 2019
On your bike: VicHealth pedals forward for accessibility
CHILDREN with autism will have the opportunity to learn how to safely ride a bike thanks to VicHealth’s new program which aims to make...
August 15, 2019
Ribbon cut at Winchelsea Early Learning Centre
The Winchelsea Early Learning Centre officially opened its doors last Thursday after months of thoughtful planning and design. Pictured here are Lesley Christie (Growing...
August 15, 2019
Torquay SLSC mourns the deaths of two life members
VOLUNTEERS from Torquay Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) have expressed their sorrow following the passing of two well-respected life members over the weekend. Ken Pollard...
August 8, 2019
Melodramatic narrative to be told at the Potato Shed
THOUGHTFULLY intertwining three theatrical styles into one production, Company13 will deliver The Hunter. The Hunted at the Potato Shed this August. A clever mix...
August 8, 2019
COGG mayor posts letters calling for recycling action
PRESSURE on local councils to rectify the recycling crisis is mounting, with the City of Greater Geelong voting to accelerate its calls on both...
August 8, 2019
Pako Festa gets three-year deal
PAKO Festa will enliven the Geelong streetscape for the next three years thanks to the City of Greater Geelong’s decision to renew its partnership...
August 8, 2019
Deakin digs for sustainability
STAFF and students from Deakin University helped plant 3,000 trees at the institution’s Waurn Ponds campus last week as part of its annual “Tree...
August 8, 2019
Thumbs up from Grimley
STUART Grimley MP has thanked community members who donated to his office’s St Vinnies Winter Appeal blanket drive. Mr Grimley, who opened the doors...
August 7, 2019
Aireysistible breaks fundraising record
A SOLD-OUT crowd of 150 people attended Aireysistible at the weekend, an annual fundraising event hosted by Aireys Inlet Rural Australians for Refugees (AIRAR)...
July 31, 2019
Skye’s not the limit at Sound Doctor this Saturday
Wergaia songwriter Alice Skye will journey to Anglesea this Saturday to perform alongside fellow artist and friend, Emily Wurramara. Hailing from Horsham, Alice released her...
July 31, 2019
Pick your own produce in Leopold
THE Paddock in Leopold is calling on the community to get down and “Pick Your Own Produce” until the end of this month. Encompass Community...
July 31, 2019
Grovedale College teachers honoured for their service
A PAIR of Grovedale teachers were among more than 400 Victorians lauded for their commitment and dedication to public education last week. The Recognition of...
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...
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