January 13, 2023
The one-stop eco-friendly shop Geelong loves, and the owners it loves more
At first glance, it is Geelong's beauty hub for all things sustainable and non-toxic. But to the store's many loyal customers, Natural Supply Co is...
January 7, 2023
A local homeware store with a love of colour
NINE years ago, the doors to a boutique full of colour and enthusiasm opened to Geelong. Today, homewares store Ampersand, on Pakington Street, is no...
January 6, 2023
Jan Juc jewellery inspired by the ocean
'GODDESS of the sea' - that's was Temaleti's name means in Tonga, where her mother is, and it isn't far from the truth. Temaleti Pec,...
January 5, 2023
Torquay Gallery bringing Brighter Things to town
The Interiors Assembly crafts its exhibition to follow the seasons, and now that summer is finally upon us, there are brighter days ahead. After a...
December 31, 2022
Goal-setting in the New Year: how to make a resolution, and keep it
We are just days away from the New Year, which means many are rushing to make New Year's resolutions. With good intentions and the hope...
December 25, 2022
the Geelong West go-to for unique, limited edition, local and hand-made goods
Quirk Collective opened its doors 10 years ago as an outlet for secondary school teacher Kate McLaren, who has a creative streak and a...
December 24, 2022
Low-impact exercise: minimum effort, maximum reward
When someone says exercise to improve cardiovascular fitness, perhaps you think running, burpees, or tennis, but cardio exercise comes in many shapes, forms and...
December 23, 2022
A local berry farm with bigger things in mind
Tuckerberry Hill, founded in 1976, is a family-owned and run farm in Drysdale, sprawling across three hectares with views overlooking Port Phillip Bay. For decades,...
December 17, 2022
Charity dinners bringing Christmas cheer to the community
CHRISTMAS is a time to celebrate with family and friends, but for some it can also be a lonely, difficult time of year, with...
December 17, 2022
Locally designed brand focuses on slow fashion
INSPIRED by nature and seeking raw beauty, Zerafima is a brand of luxury resort and ready-to-wear clothes born in Little River, Geelong. The boutique clothing...
December 16, 2022
Local skate brand with an ethical vision
Sabi Skateboards is a local skating apparel and skateboard brand with a vision to be ethical, compassionate, and sustainable in its space. The local small...
December 11, 2022
Staying sunsmart in a deceptively cold summer
Staying SunSmart is easy enough to remember when the sun is scorching hot, and you'll burn your toes on the pavement if you're not...
December 10, 2022
The Kings of Christmas are coming to Geelong
For the first time, the stars of Channel 9's Carols By Candlelight, Rob Mills and Bobby Fox, are bringing their trademark cheer, charm, cheek...
December 9, 2022
Playing around with colours, Illustrations, and designs
JULIA Cornelius is a Jan Juc-based surface pattern designer, and emerging illustrator with a passion for colour. Originally from Germany, Cornelius' journey to Jan Juc,...
December 4, 2022
La Cachette: modern French dining on the Geelong waterfront
La Cachette, meaning "the hideaway" in French, is an intimate 25-seat bistro tucked away in Steampacket Place just off the Geelong waterfront. The French-inspired bistro...
December 3, 2022
Staying well in the silly season
The silly season is here and with weekends packed full of festivities, keeping on track with health goals can feel like an uphill battle. So,...
November 26, 2022
King Kong Apparel
Research science and bag design – according to Torquay local Stefan Gehrig, the two have more in common than it might first appear. Gehrig is...
November 26, 2022
Bouldering into the fitness scene
Perhaps when you think rock climbing, images of mountains, heights and ropes comes to mind, but there is a trendier form of climbing in...
November 25, 2022
Local musician and clothing designer dreaming of the ’70s
Daisy Kilbourne is a Surf Coast singer, musician, entrepreneur and clothing designer who, at 23, is running a sustainable retro slow fashion and jewellery...
November 19, 2022
Bellarine business women finalists in the Australian Small Business Awards
Two local Bellarine nurses and sisters have been named as finalists in the Australian Small Business Awards for their innovative cosmetic injectables aftercare products...
November 19, 2022
Slow and steady is the way
Slow flow movement, holding poses for longer, and mindful breath work; Yin yoga is a uniquely restorative form of yoga becoming increasingly popular. Yin yoga...
November 18, 2022
The Geelong business lighting up globally
In just four short years, Custom Neon went from a side-hustle to a $16-million international business working with the likes of Paris Hilton, Elon...
November 12, 2022
Queenscliff Music Festival kicks off with a free gig
The 2022 Queenscliff Music Festival (QMF) is kicking off with a free pre-festival gig at the Queenscliff Brewhouse. Local Geelong bands Bones and Jones and...
November 12, 2022
Big steps for Little Treasures
Each year in Australia, 48,000 babies are born sick or premature, and Life's Little Treasures Foundation is dedicated to supporting the families of babies...
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