Christmas jingles in the streets of Anglesea
MORE than 150 people packed the main shopping village strip of Anglesea on Friday evening for the Coastal Chrissy - Anglesea Christmas in the...
Carols shines on the Surf Coast
MORE than 2,000 people were in festive spirit at Torquay's Carols by the Sea. Saturday's spectacular at Elephant Walk Park in Torquay featured good times...
Geelong celebrate AFLW membership milestone
THE Geelong Cats is celebrating a record number of AFLW members in 2023, placing the club first in the league for overall membership base...
Generosity boosts Giving Tree Appeal to all-time high
THE Geelong Giving Tree Appeal has raised more than $130,000 to support individuals and families facing hardships this festive season. The month-long Meli and Sexual...
Glide in the waves this summer
GLIDE Fins is a classic story of the essence of surf culture and what being a surfer still means to many people today. For owner...
Council award latest community grant winners
FROM men's health to art making workshops, the Surf Coast Shire Council has awarded its latest round of grants to 32 community groups. Nine grants...
Nigro hops into top role
THE Anglesea Football Netball Club will have a familiar face leading the club off the field in 2024, with former senior coach Paul Nigro...
Community to help “dreams come true”
A TORQUAY local is continuing to do all she can to help her home country of Ukraine by kickstarting a new festive season giving...
Wildlife of the Year exhibition returns to Geelong
One of the world's most well-renowned photography exhibitions is making its return to Geelong's National Wool Museum to showcase the natural world's most astonishing...
Foundation set $250,000 goal for festive appeal
GEELONG personality Nadia Stamp is one of many locals showing their support of Geelong's most vulnerable and tiny patients this festive season. Ms Stamp is...
Virtual skylights to bring calm to Geelong cancer patients
CALMING virtual skylights have been introduced to two University Hospital Geelong radiation rooms following a generous $60,000 donation from the Firefighters Charity Fund. The installation...
Carols to sing into the Surf Coast
THE Surf Coast community is gearing up to celebrate the festive season at tomorrow's Torquay Carols by the Sea. The popular event will be held...
Classic to shine a light on cancer
ENTRIES are now open for the fourth Lighthouse Classic with organisers aiming to raise $30,000 for the Fiona Elsey Cancer Research Institute in memory...
Webb adds another Aussie title
TORQUAY surfer Emma Webb added another two Australian titles to her trophy cabinet at the 2023 Australian SUP Titles at Sussex Inlet in New...
Leisure Networks facilitating sport with a smile
LEISURE Networks has helped to deliver sport with a smile at its annual inclusive Cricket Gala Day. More than 70 all abilities athletes from four...
All About Art exhibition brushes to success
A COMMUNITY art exhibition has helped to raise over $15,000 for Geelong-based brain cancer research organisation Peace of Mind. The third annual All About Art...
Goodwin for local music industry
AN INTERNATIONALLY acclaimed Geelong photographer has been lauded for decades of dedication to the local music industry and awarded a prestigious music prize. Lucinda Goodwin...
Barwon Health win sustainability award
BARWON Health's commitment to sustainability and climate resilient health systems landed them with top honours at the Victorian Public Healthcare Awards. Last month, the Barwon...
Clubbies talk for a cause
MEMBERS of the Jan Juc SLSC gathered on the beach to share empowering stories and strengthen local support networks at their annual men's mental...
National champions crowned on Phillip Island
SIX new Australian champions were crowned in quality waves on Phillip Island over the weekend at the Australian Junior Surfing Titles. The nine-day event featured...
Surfs up for local secondary school students
NEXT year, secondary school students will have a chance to compete in a special tag team surfing event for the first time. The Australian Interschools...
Donations to double for remainder of appeal
CHILDREN from Bell Park Kindergarten have shared kindness to those who need it most in Geelong's community by supporting the Geelong Giving Tree Appeal. The...
Local hairdresser raise $11,000 for Dementia Australia
A LOCAL hairdressing salon has helped to raise $11,000 for Dementia Australia by hosting a special fundraising event. Kimberley and Co had more than 100...
Kenny’s $3,000 mo will help save a bro
A TORQUAY local has "stripped back his mask" and raised more than $3,000 for men's mental health and suicide prevention throughout an inspiring Movember...