January 6, 2025
New survey data reveals lack of horn knowledge
VICTORIANS are largely confused about the legal use of car horns, according to an RACV online poll. Only 11 per cent of 1,200 respondents selected...
January 5, 2025
Mountain to Surf to open Pier to Pub weekend
THE opening act of the Pier to Pub weekend in Lorne will test the running endurance of hundreds, if not thousands, of participants in...
January 4, 2025
Pier to Pub is Torquay local’s newest challenge
THOUSANDS of swimmers will line up at Lorne Pier on January 11 to commence the 2025 Pier to Pub swim but hundreds will take...
January 3, 2025
Depot strengthens authority’s coastal capabilities
THE Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority's (GORCAPA) conservation management efforts have been given a major upgrade, signing a new lease...
January 2, 2025
Division restructure among changes to female football
FEMALE football will have a different look in 2025 following several new changes outlined by AFL Barwon last month. Through consultation with clubs over the...
January 1, 2025
Registration period closing for 2025 Pier to Pub
THE annual splendour of fun and excitement that is the 1.2km Pier to Pub swim is only weeks away, with locals and visitors alike...
December 29, 2024
Classical aspirations: An orchestra for all
A MUSICAL group full of personalities, skill and community spirit is providing opportunity for lapsed classical musicians around the region, free of judgment and...
December 29, 2024
Torquay Outriggers make big move to new Fishos home
THE state's only open-ocean outrigger canoe club is looking ahead to 2025, completing its move into its new home at Torquay's Fishermans Beach. The Torquay...
December 27, 2024
Sunflower patch to bloom in Modewarre
A LOCAL initiative based out of Modewarre is ready to bloom again with tens of thousands of sunflowers to offer a once-a-year opportunity for...
December 27, 2024
Emerging artist stage back for Festival of Sails
The Emerging Artist Stage will make its highly anticipated return to the 2025 Festival of Sails, allowing local performers the opportunity to showcase their...
December 25, 2024
LSV urges complete community effort to stop drownings
THE state's lifesaving authority has revealed a worrying increase in drownings as the region enters its peak summer period. Life Saving Victoria (LSV) released figures...
December 23, 2024
Latest update pushes Fishos site vision forward
THE future of the mixed-use site at Fishermans Beach is coming into focus, following the release of the results from the second round of...
December 23, 2024
Local JPs continue community service
JUSTICES of the Peace (JP) in Geelong, the Bellarine and the Surf Coast are reminding the community to continue considering using their free services...
December 22, 2024
Sporting clubs across Barwon region receive funding boost
SPORTING clubs across the Surf Coast, Geelong and the Bellarine have been awarded grants to help more people get involved in their local sporting...
December 22, 2024
Geelong United fixture released for NBL1 South 25
The official fixture for Geelong United's NBL1 South campaigns have dropped with the region's representative basketball side looking to make major cases for finals...
December 21, 2024
Local students show power of giving
HUNDREDS of donated items have made their way to Torquay Food Aid ahead of Christmas Day as part of a festive offering from one...
December 21, 2024
‘Warrny’ lauched for 2025 edition
THE Melbourne to Warrnambool Cycling Classic was officially launched last month, featuring an array of past champions to start the countdown to Australia's oldest...
December 20, 2024
Santa prepares for Surf Coast visit
THE Torquay and Jan Juc communities will be out in droves this Christmas Eve for the annual Santa Run through both townships. The Santa Run...
December 20, 2024
Grovedale premiership player-coach secures top VFLW job
THE Geelong Football Club has turned to a 22-year-old to coach the club's reserves women's side in 2025, following the appointment of Taylah Hassett...
December 19, 2024
Summer dog restrictions enacted for warmer months
THE Surf Coast Shire dog walking timeshare zones are now in effect as foot traffic along the region's coastline starts to increase. The Shire's seasonal...
December 16, 2024
Decorative cheer on display at Winchelsea’s community bank
A CHEERFUL collaboration between Winchelsea Primary School students and the local men's shed has resulted in an eye-catching window decoration ahead of Christmas. Hundreds of...
December 15, 2024
Packets sell out as sunflower celebration nears
THE 2025 Surf Coast Celebration of Sunflowers is on pace to match or succeed the turnout from this year's event, with organisers reporting a...
December 14, 2024
Cats re-sign squad trio for 2025
GEELONG'S journey back to the AFLW finals in 2025 will involve three key returning players in Claudia Gunjaca, Rachel Kearns and Zali Friswell, after...
December 14, 2024
Coerver Cup caps off successful first season
EIGHT weeks of competition came to an end last week with the final day of the inaugural Coerver Cup. With more than 80 teams competing...
