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Fatal stabbing sparks homicide investigation

A man has died after a stabbing in Norlane on Sunday afternoon. Police were called to Alkira Avenue at about 12.40pm following reports of an...

A local eye on the Bellarine – and a chance to bring it home

THERE is something quietly special about seeing a familiar coastline captured by someone who truly knows it. Michael Wilkin has spent years doing exactly...

Opening your home, changing a life: foster care with Meli

FOR Torquay parents, Sarah and Rowan Prendergast, becoming foster carers started with a simple goal: to show their children what it means to help...

Sociali brings Impressionists

THE French influence sweeping through Geelong Gallery is extending to the city's dining scene, with Sociali Trattoria and Bar unveiling a special menu inspired...

What causes a recession?

HIGH interest rates, falling consumer confidence, housing market downturns, high inflation and lastly rising unemployment. Any guesses as to how we are tracking on...

Go twice at half price with Port Phillip Ferries

THERE has never been a better time to discover what's waiting across Port Phillip Bay. Port Phillip Ferries has launched its annual Go Twice at...

Jewellery by Sergio continues to shine in Torquay

FOLLOWING the successful launch of Jewellery by Sergio in Torquay, the locally owned family business has quickly become a favourite destination for quality jewellery,...

Feast for the senses: Design Exchange returns

THE Design Exchange Winter Market is returning to Ballarat Mining Exchange for its 16th year, ready to warm shoppers from Saturday 27 to Sunday...

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Police seek information after shooting

A Corio man has escaped injury after a shot was fired into a home in the early hours of Saturday morning. Police are investigating the...

Geelong Travel’s Stuart Coffield invites travellers to explore the world

Geelong Travel director Stuart Coffield is inviting local travellers to explore some of the world’s more sought-after cruise destinations at an exclusive information evening. The...

Developing leaders through martial arts

Endurance Martial Arts first opened its doors in 2013, and this year marks a special milestone: 10 years since moving into full-time operation. Over that...

Premium Bellarine living: titled bay-view lots now selling at Flinders View, Drysdale

TITLED lots with sweeping bay views are now available at Flinders View, the boutique land community bringing a new level of lifestyle living to...

Federal budget 2026: A homeownership dream or a tax nightmare for first home buyers?

THE 2026-27 Australian federal budget has been released and its political intentions are clear: reshape incentives in the property market so first home buyers...

Helping future tradies find their footing

NICK Callahan's pathway into plumbing shows how hands-on training, commitment and a calm approach can lead to real career opportunities. Through his studies at The...

An oasis for coffee lovers

SINCE 2013, Ocean Grind has been roasting and supplying specialty coffee for homes, cafes and shops along the Surf Coast. Its roastery and cafe space...

Taking the stress out of smash repairs

IN the vibrant town of Torquay, Surf Coast Collision stands as a cornerstone of the vehicle panel beating and smash repair industry. Its commitment...

Restoring vehicles and peace of mind

FEW things are more stressful than being involved in a car accident. Between the shock of the incident, the inconvenience of being without a...

Discover Torquay’s hidden sourdough experience

TUCKED away within Torquay's business estate is an iconic local bakery that many locals don't even realise they can visit. Founded in 2007, Zeally Bay...

Three days of fire and festivity

QUEENSCLIFF'S winter solstice festival is returning after a year's absence with its biggest program yet, expanding into a three-day celebration designed to draw visitors...

Giant sea creature set for fiery end

A GIANT creature of the deep will emerge on Queenscliff beach before being consumed by flames and followed by fireworks over the bay as...