September 10, 2020
Surf Coast Song Contest approaches
SUBMISSIONS are still open for the Art of the Minds 2020 Surf Coast Song Contest. The event was incredibly popular last year, with more than 100...
September 10, 2020
Daffodil donations brighten residents’ day
LORNE residents’ days brightened when volunteers delivered bunches of bright yellow daffodils to their doorsteps across the township. Two local gardeners welcomed a group of...
September 10, 2020
Secondary schools adapt to keep VCE students on track
THE reintroduction of Stage 3 restrictions and subsequent return of homeschooling ahead of exams has presented VCE staff and students with several challenges. Exams have...
September 10, 2020
Humans in Geelong’s grand plans for digital expo
Humans in Geelong has embraced the digital format for its 2020 expo next month. The not-for-profit aims to inspire, connect, and strengthen the community through...
September 10, 2020
Feedback sought on Apollo Bay Harbour Plan
COLAC Otway Shire council is seeking feedback on a draft Apollo Bay Harbour Precinct Development Plan. Presently on public exhibition after being endorsed by council,...
September 10, 2020
Old Coach Road safety measures proposed
SKENES Creek and surrounding residents are encouraged to submit feedback on proposed safety improvements for Old Coach Road. Colac Otway Shire council received a petition...
September 10, 2020
R U OK? focuses on continuing the conversation
TODAY is R U OK? Day and all Australians encouraged to ask the potentially life-changing question. R U OK? is an organisation that aims to...
September 10, 2020
Road trauma memorial opens
A SPACE dedicated to those who have lost their lives to, or been injured by, road trauma has opened at Limeburners Point in Geelong. The...
September 10, 2020
Snakes emerge from hibernation
AS SNAKES become more active in the warmer weather, people are being encouraged to make sure they understand what to do if they see...
September 3, 2020
Club’s plan for return to training
THIS time last year the Torquay Surf Life Saving Club youth and senior competition teams and boat crews were hitting the water for the...
September 3, 2020
The Salvos celebrate 140 years of service in Australia
SATURDAY, September 5, marks 140 years since The Salvation Army Australia was founded. The Salvation Army Australia's head of public relations Bruce Harmer said the...
September 3, 2020
Contract drives research forward
THE Australian Army has awarded Deakin University a $3.5 million contract to support its Leader-Follower autonomous vehicle technology program. The contract is in addition to...
September 3, 2020
Queenscliff raises funds for mental health
QUEENSCLIFF Football Netball Club has made a significant contribution towards supporting mental wellness through various fundraising efforts. Last month the football club donated $3,333 for...
September 3, 2020
AFL Barwon reviewing junior football age groups
AFL BARWON is undertaking a review of junior male and non-competitive mixed football age groups ahead of the 2021 season. Following a review in 2017,...
September 3, 2020
Wild winds wreak havoc
WINDS of almost 100 kilometres per hour swept through South Barwon, triggering more than 200 requests for assistance in the region within 24 hours. In...
September 3, 2020
Local schools share in funds
SCHOOLS across Corangamite are in the process of completing various projects funded through a local government program. The Local Schools Community Fund enabled schools to...
September 3, 2020
Old Geelong Post Office set for transformation
GEELONG'S former Post Office will undergo a $20 million transformation into an accommodation and hospitality complex. The City of Greater Geelong council approved the sale...
September 3, 2020
Shire hands out first COVID-19 recovery grants
THE Surf Coast Shire council has announced the first recipients of its COVID-19 Recovery Assistance program. Council allocated $1 million from its 2020-21 budget to...
September 3, 2020
Community helps college continue giving
SURF Coast Secondary College (SCSC) is continuing to act as a conduit for the community's generosity by collecting food donations for those in need. Earlier...
September 3, 2020
Community gets Mitch back on the road
THE community has rallied behind Mitch Knapton to help him continue his mission of providing for people in need. Mr Knapton has been cooking meals...
September 3, 2020
Welcome once again to My Big Catch
Commercial octopus fishery licence secured in Gippsland Commercial operators in East Gippsland will be able to fish for octopus thanks to a new category of...
September 3, 2020
Community chips in
DEANS Marsh Community Cottage’s Gathering Place will soon have two new log seats that will not only be a significant improvement on the existing...
September 3, 2020
Locals thrive in World Online Championships
LOCKDOWN has not stopped the staff and students at Endurance Taekwondo from excelling, with the martial arts school achieving multiple podiums at the World...
August 28, 2020
Margot Smith to stand down from council
ANGLESEA Ward councillor Margot Smith has announced she will stand down from the Surf Coast Shire council after the October elections. Cr Smith has been...
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