Views divided on short stay levy
THE Short Stay Levy Bill has been introduced into Victorian Parliament and there has been a mixed response to its potential outcomes. The legislation will...
Film festival blasts off
MORE than 150 people packed into the Aireys Inlet Pub last week to learn more about an environmental issue with local implications. Surfrider Foundation's inaugural...
Cats reach 90,000 members
THE Geelong Cats have broken their membership record again, with 90,000 members on board ahead of the start of the AFL finals and AFLW...
A Grade best and fairest honours shared
NEWCOMB Power defender Jessica Duke and Torquay mid-courter Kiralee Collings have shared in the A grade league best and fairest award this evening (September...
Report highlights another tragic drowning year
A NEW research report from Royal Life Saving Australia has depicted another tragic summer, showing drowning is a more persistent and traumatic issue than...
Shire, VEC to host candidate information session
THE Surf Coast Shire will partner with the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) to host a free information session for aspiring local candidates. The event on...
Barwon Water achieves full switch to renewables
BARWON Water's services are now being delivered by net-zero emissions electricity, a full year ahead of its 2025 target. In a major milestone, the organisation now...
Reserve gets brightened up for summer
CAMPING at the Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve has been made cleaner, greener and safer just in time for a busy summer season. More than 40...
Danihers Drive to pass through Lorne and the Surf Coast
THE 8th annual Daniher's Drive will sweep through the Surf Coast this October as hundreds of people rally together to raise awareness and funds...
Business community embrace genU Big Day Out
MORE than 300 people packed into the AWA Alliance Stadium in Geelong to help break down barriers for people with disability at the genU...
Popular market to return this spring
WARRALILY'S spring market returns to Mirambeena Park in Armstrong Creek next weekend and promises to be a lively hub full of seasonal delights and...
Local family to take over Lorne Bowls Club restaurant
TWO families from Lorne are aiming for the skies in their pursuit of culinary success at the Lorne Bowls Club. The Mclldowie and Holloway families...
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...
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...
50 Year Storm called a no-go for 2024
FOR the seventh time in its eight-year history, the Bells Beach 50 Year Storm surfing event will be postponed, with the hope bigger swells...
Bis-Sport Breaky raises $14,000 for aspiring athletes
MORE than 300 people packed into the Presidents Room at GMHBA Stadium to help raise more than $14,000 for the Barwon Sports Academy at...
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...
Bells to fire for Hells Djarrak event
ANTICIPATION is reaching fever pitch for this weekend's Hells Djarrak multi-club invitational surfing event as good conditions beckon for the Surf Coast. More than 60...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...