September 13, 2023
McManus to lead R U OK? charge
A PASSIONATE local mental health advocate is encouraging the Greater Geelong community to speak up and have heartfelt conversations every day of the year,...
September 13, 2023
Torquay local to lead Legacy relay charge
A PROUD Torquay local will be leading the charge throughout the streets of Geelong during Legacy Centenary Torch Relay presented by Defence Health next...
September 13, 2023
Road upgrades to help locals travel safely
A SERIES of road safety works have now been completed to make it safer to walk, ride and drive in north Torquay. The works are...
September 12, 2023
Lifeline fundraiser inspires week of giving
LIFELINE Geelong South West Victoria says the $30,000 raised during their annual Giving Week will help to train up to 10 new crisis workers...
September 12, 2023
Lions stalwart announced as Local Heroes finalist
A GEELONG children's camp coordinator has been lauded for his tireless work in the community with 2023 Westfield Geelong Local Heroes finalist status. Lions Club...
September 12, 2023
Sou’West target back to back excellence awards
ONE of Torquay's favorite watering holes has achieved finalist status in two categories of the prestigious Australia Restaurant & Catering Australia (R&CA) Hostplus Awards...
September 12, 2023
Forum to address unfinished refugee policies
THREE local community groups are looking to speak up about the "unfinished business in Australia's refugee policies" by hosting a special forum in Geelong. Bellarine...
September 11, 2023
Selwood to headline Geelong Mums breakfast fundraiser
GEELONG MUMS will welcome a Geelong Cats legend as their special guest for their Rise and Shine Business Breakfast next month. The October 27 event...
September 11, 2023
Rare native broad-tooted rats found in Otways
A CHUBBY-CHEEKED rare native species of rodent has been found in record numbers in the Otways. As part of the federal government's Wild Otways initiative,...
September 10, 2023
Cancer Council Victoria launch new bowel cancer campaign
Cancer Council has launched a new campaign urging all eligible Victorians aged 50-74 to participate in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program. The Cancer Council...
September 9, 2023
Lifeline encourages locals to walk for suicide prevention
LIFELINE Geelong and South West Victoria is encouraging Surf Coast residents to rally together and walk nine kilometres this weekend to honour the nine...
September 9, 2023
Two Noble turning heads at historical site
GEELONG's historical culinary haven, the Saywers Arms Tavern has heralded a new era and opened an exciting fine dining experience just a short tip...
September 9, 2023
Ocean Mind hopeful of adding 100 new volunteers
THERAPEUTIC surfing charity Ocean Mind is looking for more volunteers to jump on board as heroes for their exciting spring/summer season. Back from winter hibernation,...
September 8, 2023
Exhibition to showcase Geelong’s industrial history
A fascinating local exhibition is tracing Geelong's ever-changing industrial identity by bringing together many of the historical elements which have shaped its past and...
September 8, 2023
Petition urges shire to provide coffee shop trade extension
MORE than 1,480 people have signed an online petition to help a local coffee shop keep trading in Jan Juc. Described as "a place which...
September 8, 2023
Fashionable fundraiser raises $48,000 to support local cancer patients
BARWON Health Foundation's fashionable CatWalk4Cancer event has helped to generate $48,000 to support Geelong's Andrew Love Cancer Centre and cancer services across the region. More...
September 7, 2023
Fun in the Sun at Warralily Market
A CROWD of more than 1,500 people flocked into a sunny Mirambeena Play Park on Saturday to enjoy the much-anticipated return of Warralily Market. The...
September 6, 2023
Local artists to add special touches to duplication project
THREE local artists with deep roots to the Geelong community will create a series of engaging artworks to brighten up the South Geelong to...
September 5, 2023
Ladies Day raises vital funds for Geelong Mums
THE Surf Coast community dug deep into their pockets and helped to raise more $2,046 for Geelong Mums at a local Ladies Fundraiser Lunch...
September 4, 2023
Sallas and Errico Win inaugural Bells Beach Longboard Classic
IN CLASSIC Bells Beach surf conditions, 42-year-old Kai Sallas (HAW) and reigning World Surf League (WSL) World Longboard Champion Soleil Errico (USA) took out...
September 4, 2023
Santa to swap snow for the sand
A PAIR of Christmas loving locals have excitingly convinced Santa Claus to trade in his beloved snow and get the sand between his toes...
September 3, 2023
Local partnership brings Mini Movers program to the Bellarine
Leisure Networks is getting more children active within the Bellarine community thanks to a great partnership with Bellarine Community Health (BCH). The two organisations have...
September 2, 2023
Australian art icon to be featured at Geelong Gallery
The Geelong Gallery will host one of Australia's most distinguished artists, exclusively showing a comprehensive survey of prints throughout November. John Nixon - Four Decades,...
September 1, 2023
WSL Longboard Classic, day three: World’s best longboarders book finals tickets
MAJOR upsets and tight battles were the common theme on day three of the Bioglan Bells Beach Longboard Classic presented by Rip Curl. Today’s blustery...
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