Harnessing people power to make a difference
THE 2019 federal election is just days away and both parties have been throwing money at our communities in hope that your vote will...
Coker enjoys big weekend of election promises
ACROSS a busy weekend of election pledges, Labor’s Corangamite contender Libby Coker has promised a Shorten Labor Government would invest $1 million towards the...
Liberals promise manufacturing boost for Geelong
A RE-ELECTED Morrison Government would revive Geelong’s manufacturing industry by funding an Australian Army defence project that would create up to 350 job opportunities...
Labor pledges $3 million for region’s famous landmarks
AN ELECTED Shorten Labor Government would invest $3 million towards the greater protection of the Twelve Apostles, the Great Ocean Road, Otway Ranges and...
LET REAL FLAME IGNITE your inspiration
Real Flame Geelong has created a large range of heating options that is certain to ignite inspiration and excitement for customers. With a focus on...
A host of HOME HEATING OPTIONS
Winter is here and your local Harvey Norman store is ready to help you escape the chill. Waurn Ponds store manager Simon Day says the...
Get real warmth at Illusion
Illusion Gas Log Fires and Ultimate Wood Heaters have really stamped their dominance in the Australian home heating market, growing their business exponentially over...
Australia’s inactivity on a gradual decline
RECREATIONAL walking, going to the gym and swimming are the top three sporting activities elected by Australians when choosing to exercise, according to new...
Are you the next Rachael Lynch?
TORQUAY Hockey Club continues to flourish with 10 teams in women’s, men’s and mixed juniors as new members flock to the relatively young club. The...
Geelong woman shares her story for PINK BUN fundraiser
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) in partnership with Bakers Delight has launched its annual Pink Bun fundraiser to support Aussies affected by breast cancer. This...
Katie takes the initiative to attract young veterans to RSL
When Katie Reaper visited the Torquay RSL in January last year to make a financial contribution, she had no idea handing over a small...
Queenscliff welcomes HOTEL CALIFORNIA
Queenscliff’s 360Q restaurant is making a name for itself in the live music scene. Having played host to travelling music tributes including Abba, Beachboys, Carol...
Sounds of Brazil CARRIED TO GEELONG ON THE WIND
Rising music stars Maximillian Rudd and Asha Henfry are locked in for Geelong’s two-day Windfire Music Festival this month, bringing the sounds of Brazil...
Bush Gothic coming to Portarlington for Celtic Fest
The stage presence of Melbourne three-piece Bush Gothic is unlike most bands associated with the folk genre. Combining elements of jazz, classical and Indian music...
Quad bike fatalities serve as safety warning
AS the farming community comes to terms with the death of two children in quad bike accidents recently, the Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is...
Circus Oz to return to Geelong
Circus Oz is preparing to make a spectacular return to Geelong this May with its new show, Precarious. Jampacked with the company’s trademark stupefying acrobatics,...
Geelong-based scientist leads groundbreaking metals research
SCIENTISTS from Deakin University and Spain’s Tecnalia research and innovation hub have improved the process for recovering rare earth metals (REMs), resources, which are...
Advocates want fairness and decency for refugees
CORANGAMITE residents have melded two projects to create a campaign designed to resonate throughout the electorate and put politicians on notice. The initiative combines Geelong’s...
Cartridge recycling supports Surfrider Foundation
PLANET Ark’s printer cartridge recycling program has pledged its support for Surfrider Foundation Australia (SFA) and will donate one cent per of the printer...
Lifesavers keep an eye on shipwrecks
HERITAGE Victoria is teaming up with coastal community groups to safeguard the state’s fragile and diverse maritime heritage. The Community Shipwreck Monitoring Trial has been...
Tap in to Limbo at Geelong Spiegeltent
FOR professional dancer Hilton Denis, work is a creative adventure more than it is a job. Shooting to stardom after making the top 20 on...
Jon Faine broadcasts from Torquay
MELBOURNE morning radio came to Torquay last week, with ABC Melbourne presenter Jon Faine grilling the Corangamite candidates at the Torquay Bowls Club on...
Pick me: Henderson pledges more money for projects in lead up to election
WITH the federal election less than 10 days away, incumbent Corangamite federal member Sarah Henderson has made a series of financial commitments around the...
Labor promises millions for Geelong and Torquay hospitals
LABOR’S big guns visited Geelong on Tuesday to announce a Shorten Labor government would invest a combined $90 million to redevelop Baxter House Hospital...