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March 7, 2023

Rookie Me to join AFL Barwon for 2023

AFL BARWON has landed a new partnership agreement with leading Melbourne-based sports technology and development company Rookie Me. The company will provide a range of...

March 5, 2023

Em-Power Golf to take next swing

A SPECIALISED program at Clifton Springs is helping people with disability learn how to play golf while building social and life skills. The Em-Power Golf...

March 5, 2023

Chargers join forces for Big V ’23

A QUARTET of players will make their long-awaited returns to the sport of basketball this season after extended breaks away from the game. Big V...

March 3, 2023

Phillip Island hosts bumper weekend for state’s surfers

ROUND winners, series champions and team champions were all decided in a big weekend of surfing across the state. The final round of the 2023...

March 2, 2023

Festival of Colours paints positivity

THE Festival of Colours made a colourful return to Torquay's Esplanade on Sunday with more than 1000 visitors painting Elephant Walk in an enthusiastic...

March 2, 2023

SALT’s grand return to the Surf Coast

BONES MMA fighter Dave "Versace" Mirabelli was unable to come away with the win inside his former high school stadium at SALT Fight Series...

March 2, 2023

Ocean Grove capitalises on home sand at state champs

THIS season's state champions of lifesaving have been crowned after three days of intense competition in Ocean Grove. Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC)...

March 1, 2023

Wye River fireworks causing concern among locals

SOME residents of Wye River are calling for a total ban of sanctioned fireworks displays taking place on the beach of their town. Wye River...

February 28, 2023

First Falcons announced for 2023

Both the Under 18 and Under 16 Geelong Falcons Girls Coates Talent League teams have been announced, ahead of their opening round fixtures...

February 28, 2023

RSL calling out for Kiwi singer to perform at Dawn Service

TORQUAY RSL has put the word out for a willing singer to perform the New Zealand National Anthem at this year's Anzac Day Dawn...

February 27, 2023

Walk for wildlife: Anglesea author to tackle 88km journey

AN INSPIRED Anglesea resident and decorated author is spreading the message of Australian wildlife conservation by walking a staggering 88 kilometres over four days...

February 26, 2023

Tornadoes represent nation, credit junior program

THREE Torquay Tornadoes are still feeling the excitement of representing their countries on a recent visit to Jakarta, Indonesia last month. Under 21 hockey athletes...

February 24, 2023

Lorne SLSC enjoys solid ASRL Open

LIFE Saving Victoria's top eight surf boat crews represented the state at the Australian Surf Rowers League (ASRL) Open at Bulli, New South Wales...

February 23, 2023

Entrants take in Surf Coast’s serenity during annual paddle

NORDIC Kayaks Great Ocean Paddle went off without a hitch over the weekend with organisers touting the event as one of its...

February 23, 2023

Masters kick off LSV championship season

CHAMPIONSHIP season has begun for state lifesavers following the Victorian Masters Championships. Life Saving Victoria's (LSV's) most experienced lifesavers from 23 clubs, plus visitors from...

February 23, 2023

Colours galore to hit Torquay

ORGANISERS are hopeful this weekend's Festival of Colours will draw more than 1000 visitors to Torquay to turn the Surf Coast multi coloured. Hare Krishna...

February 22, 2023

Trek rego blitz starting early

REGISTRATIONS are open for one of the region's largest community fundraising walks with hundreds already signing up and more than $10,000 already raised. The organising...

February 21, 2023

Tigers announce new president, vice president at Spring Creek Reserve

TORQUAY Tigers netball is entering an exciting new chapter with the appointment of its new president and vice president. The Tigers appointed its...

February 19, 2023

Pashley electrifies at World Cross Country Champs

Surf Coast athlete, Aireys Inlet resident and Olympic marathon athlete Ellie Pashley wowed at the World Athletics Cross Country Championships, less than...

February 17, 2023

Marlins shooting goals ahead of Tri State tourney

ONE of the largest water polo events in the country will descend on Kardinia Park this weekend with hundreds of athletes attending following an...

February 16, 2023

A Ripper Day: Rip Race held for third time

ALL 83 swimmers in Saturday's 3.5km Rip Swim successfully made the journey from Point Nepean to Point Lonsdale's main beach in 18-degree water, capping...

February 16, 2023

Barwon Heads closes curtains on 2023 Vic Open

FOUR golfers have left 13th Beach Golf Links named champions following terrific performances at the 2023 Vic Open. Michael Hendry (open male), Jiyai Shin (open...

February 16, 2023

Elephant Walk dazzles with vintage vehicle variety

THE first Torquay Rotary Motor Show without late "first crew" member Greg Plumridge had a sombre undertone, but community spirit was on full display...

February 15, 2023

Creative grants open for month of February

THE Surf Coast's creative community can apply for funding through Council's DEVELOP Arts and Creatives Grant program, which opened its application process on Wednesday...