August 7, 2025
Surf Coast, Bellarine surfers soar at 2025 Longboard Titles
THE Surf Coast and Bellarine's top longboard surfers have surfed to success at the 2025 Australian Longboard Titles, which wrapped up last month. John...
August 5, 2025
Plan to foster responsible pet ownership
SURF Coast residents are being invited to take the lead and contribute to the next Domestic Animal Management Plan. The plan will outline how Council...
August 1, 2025
Suns to celebrate a decade in the game
THE Surf Coast Suns Football and Netball Club is bringing the community together this month to celebrate its 10th year of fostering sport in...
July 30, 2025
Ward wins in marathon swim
A HIGHTON swimmer has taken top honours in her first international event. Rachel Ward was the first female over the line in the 36km solo...
July 30, 2025
Surfers to make waves in September
THE Surf Coast and Bellarine surfing community are being encouraged to get behind the return of Surf Aid's Make A Wave campaign. The fifth annual...
July 28, 2025
Fashionable fundraiser to return to Geelong
TICKETS are now on sale for one of Geelong's most anticipated fashion fundraising events. The Ceres Life Catwalk4Cancer is set to illuminate the Geelong Arts...
July 27, 2025
Swing a new deal at Lorne café
EXPRESSIONS of interest are being sought for hospitality vendors looking to make their mark on one of Australia's most famous coastal locations. The Great Ocean...
July 27, 2025
Fair to bring comics and toys galore
THOUSANDS of comic lovers and toy collectors will turn out today (Sunday, July 27) for the fourth edition of the Geelong Comic and Toy...
July 27, 2025
Brown joins Cats’ coaching ranks
THE Geelong Cats AFLW coaching ranks have received a huge boost, with former AFL player Nathan Brown joining the club. The 183-gamer for Collingwood and...
July 26, 2025
Folk festival drops first lineup
THE first wave of artists has been locked in to strut their stuff at next year's Port Fairy Folk Festival. The much-loved music extravaganza will...
July 25, 2025
Hot choc festival warms up
THE Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery (GORCI) will warm hearts next month with the return of its indulgent Hot Chocolate Festival. Visitors will...
July 24, 2025
Geelong cricketer peaks with top first-class score
GEELONG local Ollie Peake has hit runs all over the park for his country against Sri Lanka A . The 18-year-old notched his highest score...
July 23, 2025
New Lion to lead the pack
THE Torquay Lions Club has bid another successful year farewell and has welcomed new president Ross Yapp to the top role. Mr Yapp was sworn...
July 22, 2025
Reverse vending machine opens in Armstrong Creek
RECYCLING has been made easier in Armstrong Creek following the installation of a new TOMRA Cleanaway Reverse Vending Machine (RVM) at The Village Warralily...
July 20, 2025
More walking netballers wanted
THE Surf Coast Netball Association is hopeful of attracting additional players to help keep its walking netball competition alive. The organisation is aiming to kick...
July 20, 2025
Enter the mind of Arj Barker
ARJ BARKER will be taking audiences straight into his comic mind in Geelong next month. The American comedian will be bringing his newest tour The...
July 20, 2025
Groms prepare for Phillip Island
THE Surf Coast and Bellarine's top surfers will head to Phillip Island later this year for the 10,000-point marquee Rip Curl GromSearch event. The surfing...
July 18, 2025
Sinkhole discovery closes Anglesea trail
A WALKING trail from Point Roadknight to Guvvo’s beach in Anglesea was closed yesterday (Thursday, July 17) following the discovery of a deep sinkhole. The...
July 17, 2025
Foundation empower new project
NEW business initiative Neighbourhood Economics is one of the 23 local organisations to benefit from the latest round of Give Where You Live Foundation...
July 16, 2025
Works to begin on Lorne Sea Baths
WORKS to revitalise the Lorne Sea Baths Precinct are scheduled to start shortly, further enhancing the foreshore experience for locals and visitors alike. The upgrades,...
July 16, 2025
Authority acquires new parcels of land
THE Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority has taken over management of several high-profile coastal sites, including parts of the Great Otway National...
July 14, 2025
Hoops for all on the Surf Coast
A NEW basketball facility has thrown its doors open and is ready to offer a unique sporting experience for all. Surf Coast Hoops on Boneyards...
July 14, 2025
Geelong to give the gift of independence
GEELONG locals are being called upon to get behind the Petbarn Foundation's 12th annual Seeing Eye Dogs Appeal. The national initiative aims to raise vital...
July 13, 2025
Russell powers towards world championships
A GEELONG Canoe Club champion is looking to make a splash is his international competition debut later this month. 17-year-old Thomas Russell has been selected...
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