May 6, 2021
Kids have power to reward their superheroes
PRIMARY school students across the region now have been given the power to nominate an unsung hero in the community for a Bethany Superhero...
April 29, 2021
Riding the wave of surfing sisterhood
Picture this. It is zero degrees on a dark wintry morning as a group of wetsuit-clad women gather on the sand at Point Roadknight. There’s...
April 29, 2021
Work on wetlands is well under way
AN EXPANSIVE wetlands and reserve area is taking shape on the western side of the Armstrong Creek Town Centre. A large basin has been dug...
April 29, 2021
Amelia’s special place in Footy Record
SPORTS enthusiast Amelia Courtney has big dreams of one day playing in the AFLW. But the Sacred Heart College student never expected to see herself...
April 29, 2021
Small sacrifice to stamp out homelessness
GEELONG business leaders are preparing to brave a night of sleeping rough to support Vinnies in its fight to end homelessness. Australia’s highest profile corporate...
April 22, 2021
Rebecca ready to take on the world
OCEAN Grove beauty Rebecca Watson is feeling on top of the world this week after being named a state finalist in Miss World Australia. The...
April 22, 2021
Pouring talent and heart into a dream job
Torquay creative Eliza Francombe is forever adding strings to her bow. Photographer, graphic designer, artist, stylist, businesswoman and mother are among her multiple roles. Then there...
April 22, 2021
Samuel Johnson returns for Mother’s Day fundraiser
MUCH-LOVED actor and breast cancer crusader Samuel Johnson will return to his old stomping ground tomorrow when he arrives in Geelong for a three-day...
April 22, 2021
Retro skate trend rolls on
A new Bellbrae-based roller skating school is bringing back the joy of a favourite pastime for another generation to enjoy. Surf Coast Roller Skaters started...
April 15, 2021
A song in their heart
Em Trigger’s face breaks into a beaming smile when describing why she loves being part of an all abilities singing group. “I have a passion...
April 15, 2021
Built for success
Award winning builder Cam Henderson loves stepping up to a challenge and isn’t afraid to take on a complex project many others might understandably...
April 15, 2021
Vision of bespoke coastal luxury takes flight
A new benchmark in luxurious apartment living on the Surf Coast enters the market today with the official sales launch of The Esplanade development. The...
April 8, 2021
Human Nature gets ready for a return to the Geelong stage
Popular Aussie pop vocal group Human Nature has announced it will bring its new show to Geelong as part of a bespoke concert tour...
April 8, 2021
Free business advice rolls into town
A BUSLOAD of business expertise and free advice will roll into town when the Victorian Government’s Small Business Bus visits two Surf Coast towns...
April 8, 2021
Epworth staff step up and shave for a special teammate
FOUR Epworth Geelong staff have shaved their heads in a show of support for a popular colleague who has leukemia. Intensive Care Unit (ICU) doctor,...
March 25, 2021
Getaways to inspire a better way of living
Torquay wellness professional Jo Surkitt is leading the way for a new type of getaway with her Australian-first tour company, Revitalise Escapes. The recently launched...
March 18, 2021
Short film about silo art takes flight
THE transformation of three grain silos into works of art by accomplished Surf Coast creative Geoffrey Carran has been captured in a short film...
March 18, 2021
Show goes back on the road
Joel McInnes chuckles when asked whether he ever pictured himself as a children's entertainer with millions of adoring young fans around the globe. Thinking back...
March 18, 2021
Talented Paige
TEENAGER Paige Ristevski already embodies the drive and natural talent needed to succeed in the world of dance. At the start of last year the...
March 18, 2021
Point Danger ANZAC Day service cancelled
TORQUAY'S ANZAC Day march and dawn service at Point Danger will not go ahead for a second year despite the recent easing of restrictions. Instead,...
March 12, 2021
Surfers urged to train up to save lives
FREE rescue training is being offered to local surfers in recognition of the vital role they play in saving lives. Surfing Victoria has put out...
March 11, 2021
Two Sugars makes its coastal debut
Two Sugars only recently opened its doors on the Surf Coast and already it has hit a sweet spot with local diners and visitors...
March 11, 2021
A welcome brush with destiny
Street artist Alvaro Barrionuevo never imagined life would lead him to the Surf Coast. But fate had a plan for the Argentinian creative who came...
March 4, 2021
Delving into secrets of business
It was while out on a walk in the midst of a COVID lockdown that Jayde Heywood decided to run an idea past her...
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