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Police host neighbourhood policing forum

SURF Coast police have hosted a forum to help enhance engagement and collaboration with stakeholders and the community on its priorities and performance. The Surf...

Billy’s Frothy Fund claim fourth Dry July title

A GENEROUS and giving Geelong community has helped Billy's Frothy Fund rise to the top and achieve a fourth consecutive national Dry July fundraising...

Veteran support gets huge grant boost

TWO local RSL branches will share in more than $14,500 in grant funding to help cater for the needs of local veterans. More than $13,000...

Historic bridge to be replaced at Spout Creek

A BRIDGE built more than 70 years ago on the Great Ocean Road will be replaced to improve safety for all road users. The Department...

Bringing purpose, one thread at a time

AN ANGLESEA sewing group is continuing to bring purpose to the lives of many, one thread at a time. The Sewing with a Purpose group,...

Local pair make Victorian Emerging Cricket Squad

A PAIR of Geelong cricketers have been selected in Victoria's elite pathway Female Emerging Squad. Off-break bowler Aanliya Cheeran and fast-bowler Bronte Leishman are part...

Matches to bring awareness of domestic violence

AFL Barwon and the Sexual Assault and Family Violence (SAFV) Centre are teaming up this weekend to raise awareness and show solidarity about domestic...

Locals to compete at Australian Surf Championships

TEN local athletes will represent Victoria at the Australian Surf Championships in Port Macquarie, New South Wales. The event will take place over nine days...

Inclusion Round to shine bright

LEISURE Networks and AFL Barwon are teaming up to celebrate inclusion in sport by hosting a first-of-its-kind Inclusion Round. This weekend, players from Geelong West...

Christian College host Potato Olympics

PUPILS at Christian College's Surf Coast campus got into the Olympic spirit on Friday last week with a little help from a popular root...

Road safety upgrades close to complete in Torquay

TWO high-risk road crossings in Torquay will be safer for pedestrians and road users thanks to the federal government's 2023/24 Black Spot Program. New raised...

Braxton hits 365-surf journey milestone

A TORQUAY Nipper has completed a whopping 365 consecutive days of getting in the ocean to raise funds for his local surf lifesaving club. Braxton...

Restoration works continue at Kennett River

MORE than 550 trees and shrubs have been planted to help restore the riparian zone of Kennett River.

Kennett Community Action Group hosted...

High interest in Winchelsea Community Village

A COMMUNITY-LED housing project in Winchelsea is gaining plenty of interest, with half of the properties on offer already sold and off the market. Five...

Outdoor dining parklets to return

SURF Coast hospitality businesses are invited to apply for a parklet space to turn kerbside parking into vibrant community spaces. At its July meeting, the...

Dürer-inspired etching series

Geelong Gallery is presenting a suite of contemporary etchings from Australian artists Raymond Arnold and Ian Westacott. Double Vision: Mapping Dürer in a Time of...

Northeast Party House welcoming visitors

THE Torquay Hotel will turn into a party paradise when electrifying Melbourne dance outfit Northeast Party House comes to town this month. The six-piece band...

Kardinia Rotary support locals in crisis

KARDINIA Rotary Club is helping to create a fairer community by donating $10,000 towards local crisis and support organisation Lazarus Community Centre. The Geelong based...

Site-clearing works begin in Apollo Bay

MAJOR site clearing works are under way at Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve to help pave the way for increased camping opportunities. The works will boost...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...