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October 31, 2019

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...

October 31, 2019

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.

Having previously played for...

October 31, 2019

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.

The show, now...

October 31, 2019

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...

October 31, 2019

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.

But with a spot at the...

October 31, 2019

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.

Deakin University researchers see consuming...

October 24, 2019

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...

October 24, 2019

Students show off Peace Posters

LOCAL students’ art has been entered in the Torquay final of the Lions International Peace Poster competition.

The winner of the competition will be announced...

October 24, 2019

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...

October 24, 2019

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.

Ms Coker urged...

October 24, 2019

Torquay Braille business wins regional award

A TORQUAY business has been recognised at the 2019 Regional Achievement and Community Awards.

Braille Sign Supplies of Torquay were presented the Regional Development Victoria...

October 24, 2019

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...

October 24, 2019

Schools compete in Solar Cup

TORQUAY College hosted Surf Coast Energy Group’s (SCEG) fourth annual Solar Cup Educational Challenge last week.

This year the challenge saw pupils from Torquay P-6...

October 24, 2019

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.

Deakin's School of Education's...

October 24, 2019

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.

Towards Zero Race Torquay events will...

October 24, 2019

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...

October 24, 2019

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.

Going into the match the two sides...

October 24, 2019

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...

October 24, 2019

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.

Barwon...

October 24, 2019