Ageing committee submission window to close
THE Surf Coast Shire is on the hunt for last-minute expressions of interest to form the council's new Positive Ageing Advisory Committee (PAAC) that...
Community groups rejoice for Neighbourhood House Week
THOUSANDS of Neighbourhood Houses and Community Centres across the nation are celebrating their roles within the community with Neighbourhood House Week in full swing...
Sou’West turns one after rollercoaster first year
TORQUAY’S newest brewery is celebrating one year of operation after not knowing if it would survive past the first few months of business. Sou’West Brewery,...
Torquay father achieves ‘Forrest Gump’-like feat
A TORQUAY resident with an urge to overcome obstacles has thrown himself in the deep end by walking 700 kilometres in three weeks. Luke Stronach...
Anglesea powerhouses join Magpies flock
NORTH Geelong Cricket Club is fresh off winning its third-straight premiership proving they are the best side in Geelong, and now they look even...
SBA grand finals sound off on stellar summer season
SURFCOAST Basketball Association (SBA) has held a successful grand final weekend to farewell its long-awaited summer season as Wurdi Baierr Stadium hosted hundreds of...
Community groups receive IDAHOBIT funding to “go rainbow”
SURF Coast Shire council has awarded funding to four different applicants this year in a bid to encourage inclusive and inviting events that will...
Supercats weather Thunder in Round 3
THE Geelong Supercats' home record remained perfect against Keilor last weekend with the women improving their record to 3-1 as the men maintained their...
Mental health courses on offer down the coast
RESIDENTS in Lorne, Apollo Bay and across the Surf Coast will soon have access to important Mental Health First Aid courses at a hugely...
Busiest SLSC patrol season to date ends
RED and yellow flags across the region have been brought in as surf life saving clubs say goodbye to the 2021-2022 patrol season. The 2021-22...
Thousands take part in Great Ocean and Otway ride
MORE than 3,500 riders enjoyed the picturesque views of the Great Ocean Road during this year’s Great Ocean and Otway Classic Ride. The sun came...
Bellarine commences winter competitions
BASKETBALL is back on the Bellarine following the long-awaited commencement of the winter season in Drysdale as thousands of players return to the court. The...
Council opens sports census for future planning
QUESTIONS regarding facility usage, female participation and required upgrades will encompass just some of the city’s newly opened sports census. The annual City of Greater...
Cats pounce on Hawks at packed out home opener
LAST Saturday’s NBL1 Geelong Supercats double-header was the first time in almost three years that a sell-out crowd witnessed a basketball game as the...
Hawks continue to soar through Round 5
CO-COACH at the Drysdale Hawks Ben Carmichael believes more clarity and hard work have been the key to the side’s success through five weeks...
Hub for all headlines Stribling Reserve unveiling
THE doors of Lorne’s Stribling Reserve have officially opened, with sporting clubs, schools and community members able to come together at the new facilities Community...
Inclusive women’s program arrives in Drysdale
A BELLARINE-based club and resident are looking to use soccer as a way of re-engaging the Drysdale community as the region emerges from COVID-19...
Thousands to attend annual ride
ONE of Australia’s premier cycling events returns to the region this Saturday with 3,500 riders registered to take part. The Great Ocean and Otway Classic...
The Arena to host Supercats homecoming
BEING forced to play in front of no spectators at the end of the 2021 season left a sour taste in the mouth of...
Women’s Showcase to hit Geelong
AUSTRALIA’S best female baseball talent will show off their skills on the diamond when they descend on Geelong Baseball Centre early next month. Baseball Australia’s...
Rubbish crusade reaches month-long milestone
A CORE group of dedicated volunteers has continued to make a tangible difference to the Torquay community and environment over the past month. Since February...
Stockton named runner-up for statewide leadership award
ONE of the Surf Coast's leading environmental advocates has been recognised on the statewide stage as a result of his leadership across the region. Graeme...
SCAS to join Arts Trail as co-producer
A LEADING community art organisation will play a pivotal role in delivering this year's Surf Coast Arts Trail. The Surf Coast Shire has announced Torquay-based...
Mental health centre recognised at Design Awards
A NEW mental health centre co-designed by consumers, carers, providers, and design experts has been highly commended at the Victorian Premier's Design Awards. The innovative...