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May 15, 2019

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...

May 15, 2019

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...

May 15, 2019

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...

May 15, 2019

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...

May 9, 2019

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...

May 9, 2019

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...

May 9, 2019

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...

May 9, 2019

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...

May 9, 2019

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...

May 9, 2019

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...

May 9, 2019

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...

May 8, 2019

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...

May 8, 2019

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...

May 8, 2019

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...

May 8, 2019

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...

May 8, 2019

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,...

May 8, 2019

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...

May 8, 2019

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...

May 8, 2019

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...

May 8, 2019

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...

May 8, 2019

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...

May 8, 2019

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...

May 8, 2019

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...

May 8, 2019

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...