July 28, 2024
GAWS extends freeze on adoption fees
Geelong Animal Welfare Society (GAWS) has extended its Winter Fee Freeze program in the hope more animals can find their forever home. The program was...
July 28, 2024
Safe cycling petition draws 2,400 signatures
A TORQUAY family advocating for a safe bike path on a Surf Coast road have received more than 2,400 signatures on an online petition. In...
July 27, 2024
Bag Raiders to bring the dance vibes
Dance lovers are sure to get their hips moving next weekend when Australian electronic music duo Bag Raiders roll into town. The hitmakers are locked...
July 27, 2024
Film festival to join blasting opposition
LOCAL surf film fans will be treated to an environmentally-focused film festival that is the first of its kind next month. Surfrider Foundation is helping...
July 26, 2024
David Schwarz to headline gala fundraiser
FORMER AFL footballer and recovered gambling addict David Schwarz will headline The Power in You Project's annual fundraising gala event in Geelong. The August 31...
July 26, 2024
Torquay RSL launch recruitment drive
TORQUAY RSL is shifting an eye to the future and hoping to attract some younger members to help foster their welfare and social connection...
July 26, 2024
Local surfers represent community with pride at WSL event
LOCAL trio Bea Conroy, Ben Considine and Molly Powell represented the region with pride during the 2024 World Surf League (WSL) Bells Beach Longboard...
July 25, 2024
Local lifesavers win at Australian IRB Championships
SURF Coast and Bellarine lifesavers helped bring multiple wins home for Victoria at the Sharkskin Australian and Interstate Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) Championships. Strong performances...
July 25, 2024
Roos reunite to bask in premiership glory
The ANGLESEA Football Netball Club celebrated its successful 1999 season at its annual premiership reunion and officials' day. More than 60 past players and officials...
July 24, 2024
Pickleball picks up in Winchelsea
WINCHELSEA residents can now get swept up in pickleball fever thanks to an investment from two local community groups. Community Bank Surf Coast and Winchelsea...
July 24, 2024
Patagonia develop end-of-life wetsuit solution
ENVIRONMENTAL surf gear leader Patagonia has co-developed a groundbreaking circular solution for wetsuits. Alongside sustainability experts Bolder Industries, Patagonia is turning its end-of-life Yulex wetsuits...
July 22, 2024
Riding the wave of positivity
Local therapeutic surf charity Ocean Mind is searching for some new facilitators to ride waves and make a positive impact on young people's lives. Ocean...
July 21, 2024
Powerful pedal program to expand
A LOCAL not-for-profit support service provider is powering on with one of its popular bike riding programs. Leisure Networks will expand its Power 2 Pedal...
July 21, 2024
Fashion fundraising event to return
Hundreds of members of the local community will come together next month for one of Geelong's favourite charity fashion shows. Barwon Health Foundation's CatWalk4Cancer event...
July 21, 2024
Peake, Attard make Vic Country squad
TWO Geelong cricketers will line up for Victoria Country as part of the U/19 male emerging players squad at the National Championships in December. Left-handed...
July 20, 2024
Spirit of Surfing shines bright at NAIDOC Week event
THE Surf Coast community turned out in strong numbers during NAIDOC Week to hear from First Nations people about their connections with Sea Country. The...
July 19, 2024
Hells Djarrak is back in 2024
ONE of VICTORIA'S most prestigious surfing trophies will be hoisted high into the air by the winners of Torquay Boardriders' annual Hells Djarrak multi-club...
July 19, 2024
Longboarding event draws international field
THE world's best longboarders turned out to support the Surf Coast Longboarders Club at its Winter Classic fundraising event over the weekend. More than 80...
July 19, 2024
Feeding a sustainable future
FEED ME Surf Coast is lauding the community for their efforts in saving more than 325 tonnes of food from landfill during the past...
July 19, 2024
Tigers sing successes of the past
THE Torquay Tigers celebrated some of its past successes on the field at its annual premiership reunion and officials day.
July 18, 2024
WSL thank athletes and partners and launch longboard event
THE World Surf League (WSL) thanked its local, national and global event partners and athletes at a special function last night (Thursday, July 17)...
July 18, 2024
Bells Beach Longboard Classic hits the water
THE Bells Beach Longboard Classic is officially under way, with the Men's Opening Round hitting the water this morning (Thursday, July 18). Competing surfers, officials...
July 17, 2024
Runners tackle the trails
CLOSE to 1000 participants tackled coastal trails, weaving bush tracks and sandy beaches in the 15th annual Anglesea Trail Running Series at the weekend. Under...
July 16, 2024
Braxton braves the cold as 365-day milestone nears
A TORQUAY youngster is edging closer to completing an impressive 365 consecutive days of getting into the water to raise funds for his local...
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