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April 15, 2025

Local pair win Rip Curl Pro Trials

THE ultimate dream has come true for a Jan Juc pair who will surf against the world’s best at this year’s 2025 Rip Curl...

April 15, 2025

Badges on for Anzac Day

TORQUAY RSL volunteers will be out in force over the next fortnight selling badges as part of the Anzac Appeal. More than 20 local volunteers...

April 14, 2025

“I’m so proud of everyone” Huxtable reflects on huge ABB result

TORQUAY surfer Xavier Huxtable says “proud” is an understatement following Torquay Boardriders runner-up finish at the Australian Boardriders Battle National Final. Huxtable took out the...

April 14, 2025

Stone and Wood partner with WSL

ICE-cold beers will be served up next to all the surfing action at this year's Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach. The World Surf League has...

April 14, 2025

Vote for the Surf Coast Arts Trail

THE Surf Coast community is being called upon to help the Surf Coast Arts Trail win a prestigious national honour. The much-loved event is one...

April 14, 2025

Juc ready for Bells parking mecca

THE Jan Juc Cricket Club is preparing their signage, flags and cones ahead of this year's Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach. A team of more...

April 13, 2025

Popular show to swell up in Torquay

HIGH energy is ensured when popular panel show Ain't That Swell surfs into the Torquay Hotel next week. Vaughan Blakey and Jed Smith will be...

April 13, 2025

Local shaper shifts board for books

THE three-decade shaping journey of renowned local surfboard shaper and multidisciplinary artist Sergio Gomez has been put to paper for the first time. Shape Shifter...

April 13, 2025

Barwon Heads junior named first Team NAB Auskicker

A BARWON Heads footballer has been named the first Team NAB AFL Auskick recruit for this year. Six-year-old Charlie Smart will have the opportunity to...

April 11, 2025

Local surfers prepare for Bells wildcard chance

MORE than 30 of the state's top surfers will battle it out for the ultimate prize next week: a spot in the Rip Curl...

April 10, 2025

United ready for double-header

GEELONG United has their sights set on securing two big wins over the coming few nights of NBL1 South action. United will head away to...

April 10, 2025

Gilmore locked in for Bells luncheon

TORQUAY Boardriders has locked in a major surfing superstar as a special guest for its Easter Luncheon next week. Stephanie Gilmore will take to the...

April 8, 2025

Dunstan pledges $1.3 million to mobile upgrades

THE COALITION will put $1.3 million towards mobile tower upgrades across the Corangamite electorate if it wins next month's federal election. Liberal candidate for Corangamite...

April 8, 2025

Thousands to ride for a cause

MORE than 3,000 people will put pedal to the metal next weekend and compete in the Great Ocean and Otway Classic Ride. Recreational cyclists will...

April 7, 2025

Kinder spots to open on the Surf Coast

APPLICATIONS for next year's programs at Surf Coast Shire-run kindergartens will open on Monday, April 7. Families can apply for three-year-old and four-year old programs...

April 7, 2025

Water restrictions for Apollo Bay, neighbouring towns

STAGE two water restrictions will be introduced in Apollo Bay, Marengo and Skenes Creek from Monday, April 7. In response to dry conditions, Barwon Water...

April 6, 2025

Torquay ready for Australian Boardriders Battle

TORQUAY Boardriders has received a call-up for the Australian Boardriders Battle and is ready to make it count. After making the final of the national...

April 6, 2025

More time for books at Armstrong Creek Library

AN INNOVATIVE new service will help locals access the Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library outside of staffed hours. The Geelong Regional Libraries Corporation is launching its...

April 6, 2025

Inspiring film to surf into Torquay

AN inspiring new documentary exploring women's rights, environmental activism and surfing will be screened in Torquay this month. Ceibo will be premiered at Bells Beach...

April 5, 2025

Caddies back for Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach

LOCAL groms will have the opportunity to mix it with their favourite World Surf League Championship Tour surfers at this year's Rip Curl Pro...

April 5, 2025

Entries open for Surf Coast Century

ENTRIES are now open for one of the region's favourite "feel good ultra" marathons. The Surf Coast Century returns for its 14th edition later this...

April 5, 2025

GFNL season preview

THE 2025 Geelong Football Netball League season is almost upon us, with matches to start on April 12. The Times News Group give you the...

April 4, 2025

Chapter closed for Nigros at Anglesea News and Lotto

THE Nigro family is ready to embrace a new life chapter following the sale of the much-loved Anglesea News and Lotto. Paul and Corinne Nigro...

April 4, 2025

Cats to tackle Demons in Geelong

GEELONG will be looking to get back on the winners' list tonight (Friday, April 4) at GMHBA Stadium against a desperate Melbourne. The Cats are...