Elite athletes inspire next generation on the Surf Coast
YOUNG local athletes had the privilege of learning from some of the best in their sport at a special coaching session last weekend. Surf Coast...
Local surfers win at Victorian Micro Groms Cup
A LOCAL trio topped the podium in their divisions at the Victorian Micro Groms Cup surfing event over the weekend. Estella Carbonelli (Jan Juc), Teddy...
Surfboards ahoy: Swap and meet added to women’s surf festival
HEALTH and Hire Lorne's popular surfboard swap and meet aims to be bigger and better than ever. The fourth edition of the event will be...
Martin to don the hoops in 2025
GEELONG fans will see a new face in the hoops in 2025, with the AFL club securing utility Jack Martin as a delisted free...
Geelong shines blue for River’s Gift
THE Geelong community has shone blue and raised more than $63,000 for Australia's leading SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) research funding charity River's Gift. More...
Repairs planned following storm damage to Torquay seawall
BEACHGOERS are being advised to steer clear of the storm-damaged Torquay Front Beach seawall during this weekend's hot weather. Closures and immediate safety measures...
Trio of Winchelsea projects near completion
THE completion of a trio of council-led projects in Winchelsea is sure to help enhance active and healthy living for local residents. Winchelsea's new pool,...
Community connects at Lorne event
LORNE P-12 College students have helped foster connection and collaboration among local residents by hosting a special first of its kind community event. More than...
Local talent to represent Victoria at Aussie Junior Titles
MORE than a dozen local surfers will represent the state at the Australian Junior Surfing Titles in Wollongong, New South Wales later this month. The...
New coach to help lead charge for a Big V title
THE Surf Coast Chargers will have a former state coach of the year leading its senior men's programs in 2025. Dan Riches will be at...
Geelong cricketers to represent their state
SEVEN Geelong cricketers have been selected to represent Victoria at the U/16 Female 2024-25 National Championships. Chloe Sewell, Sarah Burton, Grace Potter, Ally Croft, Eve...
Project 1,200 under way to boost Geelong hockey
THE Geelong Hockey Association is aiming to attract another 500 players to the sport to boost its ranks in the coming years. The association launched...
New surfing event to focus on fun
THE next generation of surfing stars will have the chance to surf against with their friends in a first of its kind surfing event...
Lorne school becomes 100th to join water saving program
LORNE P-12 College has become the 100th school in the Barwon region to join the Victorian Government's Schools Water Efficiency Program (SWEP). Grade four to...
Fashion fundraiser supports new Anglesea mural
MORE than 140 people helped to raise more than $4,000 for an interactive mural in Anglesea at an inaugural fashion fundraiser. A full house attended...
Cats’ AFLW season over after loss to Crows
THE AFLW season is over for the Geelong Cats, with their slim finals chances dashed with a four-point loss to the Adelaide Crows. A brave...
Premiership trio to play on in 2025
PREMIERSHIP winning Geelong Cats trio Patrick Dangerfield, Mitch Duncan and Rhys Stanley are locked in to play in the hoops again in the 2025...
Spring market showcase shines at Lorne
THE return of the Lorne Market was a welcomed sight for locals and visitors alike over the long weekend. Thousands of people enjoyed exploring more...
Merger floated between support organisations
THE boards of two local community organisations have started a project to explore a potential merger. MEGT Australia and gforce employment + recruitment believe a...
Local clubs receive TAC road safety funding
LOCAL football and netball clubs have been rewarded for their efforts to promote road safety and prevent road trauma during the 2024 season. The Surf...
Storm damage to Torquay seawall set to affect sporting events
TWO Torquay sporting events slated for this weekend will be altered due to significant storm damage to the Torquay Front Beach seawall. This morning (Thursday,...
Upgrades complete at Fisherman’s Beach car park
THE Fishermans Beach boat ramp car park in Torquay is now open and will provide more flexible parking arrangements for community members. The asphalt area...
Kenny set to move again for Movember
A PASSION to make positive and meaningful change is guiding a Torquay local into his second consecutive Movember campaign. Tom Kenny is moving 6km every...
Local surf store manager takes home national honour
A LOCAL surf industry veteran has taken home one of the highest individual honours at the 2024 Australian Surf Industry Association Awards. Strapper Surf Torquay...