August 30, 2024
Callander to go for glory in major tournament
Bones MMA athlete Jaiven Callander will take to the mat in the biggest event of his young career this weekend. The 21-year-old Torquay resident will...
August 30, 2024
Art to inspire at Youth Fest in Anglesea
THE Youth Fest Art Exhibition returns this weekend to showcase the artistic prowess of the region's young community. This year's exhibition begins this Sunday, September...
August 30, 2024
Festival celebrates 30,000th attendee
THE Geelong Small Business Festival has celebrated the 30,000th person to attend the annual business event by presenting them with a special Golden Ticket. Geelong...
August 28, 2024
Soft plastic trial brings positive benefits
HUNDREDS of residents have taken part in a soft plastic recycling trial over the past month, resulting in positive circular economy outcomes. The Surf Coast...
August 28, 2024
Runner pays tribute to Anglesea local during 700km mission
A MELBOURNE athlete has passed through Anglesea on his 700km charity running mission to honour a special local close to his heart. Over the past...
August 27, 2024
Lorne students rock Battle of the Bands
A TRIO of music students from Lorne P-12 College have made their mark by winning the "Come Together Battle of the Bands" contest. The talented...
August 27, 2024
Diamonds train in Torquay
THE world's top netball team, the Australian Diamonds, called the Surf Coast home last week for its annual culture and training camp. More than 20...
August 26, 2024
Entries open for Surf Coast Community Calendar Competition
LOCALS are being invited to put their art in the limelight and enter the 2025 Surf Coast Shire Community Calendar Competition. Artists of all ages will...
August 25, 2024
Film festival to spotlight seismic blasting
SURFRIDER is looking to bring a pressing environmental issue with local implications to the forefront at its coming film festival. The Seismic Blasting Film Festival...
August 25, 2024
Anglesea newsagent finalists for top state gong
ANGLESEA News and Lotto is the toast of the town after again being named finalists in the Victorian Authorised Newsagent Association (VANA) Awards. Owners Corinne...
August 24, 2024
More patrols this summer at Kennett River
LIFE SAVING patrols will be extended at Kennett River this summer, ensuring more people stay safe by the water. Life Saving Victoria and the Colac...
August 24, 2024
Torquay’s first beer festival goes down as a winner
MORE than 300 people gathered at Blackmans Brewery at the weekend for Torquay's first beer festival. Saturday's Point Break Brewery Invitational gave local beer-lovers the...
August 23, 2024
Community unites at Catwalk4Cancer
GEELONG'S most fashionable fundraiser took centre stage at the Geelong Arts Centre last weekend to raise vital funds for cancer services within the region. Barwon...
August 23, 2024
Winch foodbank seeks donations
THE Winchelsea Community Foodbank is seeking donations to continue supporting those battling food and economic insecurity. The community volunteer program has already helped hundreds of...
August 21, 2024
Beatles’ giveaway songs to star in show
LOCAL performer and historian Colin Mockett will return to the stage next month to detail some of the hit singles two of The Beatles...
August 21, 2024
Tuohy calls time on outstanding playing career
GEELONG Cats premiership player Zach Tuohy will hang up the boots at the conclusion of the club’s 2024 campaign. The 34-year-old calls time on his...
August 21, 2024
Climate activism studies aim to bring brighter future
DEAKIN UNIVERSITY is examining how climate change education can be taught within traditional Australian science classrooms. The research, which is spearheaded by Associate Professor Peta...
August 21, 2024
More pints and less energy
A TORQUAY brewery is taking control of their energy bills thanks to a recent grant from the federal government. Bells Beach Brewing received more than...
August 20, 2024
Lorne P-12 College brings aquatic creature to life
LORNE P-12 College will bring its own rare and endangered local aquatic species to life at its biennial theatre production next month. Save The Pilkip...
August 20, 2024
Lifeline Geelong to host comedy gala
LOCALS can laugh for a great cause by supporting Lifeline Geelong's 2024 Comedy Gala next month. The September 13 event will be held at the...
August 19, 2024
Design firm listed as finalist in GBEAs
CREATIVE design firm Gecsek A+I is quickly making its mark in the business community and after only 18 months of operation has been named...
August 18, 2024
Local fireys to help Canadian friends in need
A GROUP of five local Barwon South West firefighters has answered the call to support their Canadian friends during that nation's devastating bushfires. Forest Fire...
August 18, 2024
Active living boost in Lorne
LORNE P-12 College is helping to promote active living by installing exercise equipment at the front of its school grounds. The gym equipment was opened...
August 16, 2024
Run hops into new hands
THE Anglesea Roo Run will hop into new hands in 2024, with a local professional athlete set to take on a leading role. Anglesea resident...
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