Makeover for Little Malop Central
LITTLE Malop Central in the Geelong CBD is undergoing a range of changes, including a large stage for live performances set to be installed...
Skinner drafted into Cats’ AFLW side
TORQUAY'S Mia Skinner has been drafted by the Geelong Cats to be part of their AFLW squad for the upcoming season.
Geelong Wine Show holds awards dinner
THE GEELONG Wine Show awards dinner was held on October 18 at Truffleduck, with a Bellarine based winery taking the top prize.
Festival of Kites draws great crowd
The annual Festival of Kites was held at Fisherman’s Beach Foreshore on the weekend. The free community event serves not only as an exciting day...
Alana Wilkinson takes her songs on the road
The past few months have been busy for Alana Wilkinson, having performed at a string of high profile shows.
Researchers suggest mussels are underrated
Researchers are conducting a study to look at mussels as a potential alternative to fish as a source of omega-3.
POD plan: Shire considers sensors to monitor timed parking
THE Surf Coast Shire is considering a proposal to install sensor technology that will monitor how long people park their cars for in time-restricted...
Students show off Peace Posters
LOCAL students’ art has been entered in the Torquay final of the Lions International Peace Poster competition.
Sprint Series races through Anglesea
THE Anglesea Sprint Series was held on Sunday, testing its competitors' running, kayaking, mountain biking and navigational skills. Adventure Junkie event co-ordinator Maria Plyashechko said...
Funding feud for rail duplication chugs on
CORANGAMITE Labor federal member Libby Coker is calling for the Morrison Government to bring forward funding of infrastructure in the Corangamite region.
Torquay Braille business wins regional award
A TORQUAY business has been recognised at the 2019 Regional Achievement and Community Awards.
Donors keep Barwon RDA galloping forwards
THE Barwon Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) recently held a Donors' Morning Tea where they were able to thank the supporters of the...
Schools compete in Solar Cup
TORQUAY College hosted Surf Coast Energy Group’s (SCEG) fourth annual Solar Cup Educational Challenge last week.
Research suggests social media could ease exam stress
WITH VCE written exams to begin next week, one Deakin University researcher has some advice for students that challenges common perception.
Volunteers wanted for Great Ocean Road Race
THE 2020 Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race is looking for people to fulfill a range of volunteer roles.
Group toils to remove weeds
A BLITZ on weeds is currently happening in the Geelong region, and will soon be moving to the Surf Coast and Bellarine. The program, coordinated...
Cricket round-up: Anglesea defeat Barwon Heads to take top spot
ANGLESEA's nine-wicket win over Barwon Heads on Saturday allowed them to claim top-spot in the BPCA A1 Grade.
SUP program for teens to visit Barwon Heads
A NEW program is aiming to provide more opportunities for teenage girls to start stand up paddleboarding (SUP), with sessions set to begin in...
Barwon consultation
THE BARWON River Ministerial Advisory Committee (MAC) is inviting the community to help them develop their plan for protecting the rivers of the Barwon.
Poetry slams for mental health
BELLS Beach Brewing hosted a Poetry Slam night last week as part of the Art of the Minds’ celebration of Mental Health Month.
Regional Victoria enjoys tourism boom
THE VICTORIA Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) recently announced that tourism's contribution to the state's economy is growing beyond expectations.
Geelong prepares to host T20 World Cup opener
IT IS now less than a year until Geelong will host the opening match of the International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 Men's World Cup. Kardinia...
Children’s week embraces nature’s playground
THIS week is Children's Week, with children across the region taking part in a range of free activities.
Festival of Sails countdown
PARTICIPATION is set to be strong in the 2020 Festival of Sails, with just over three months left until the Royal Geelong Yacht Club...