Students invited to join PM’s Spelling Bee
STUDENTS from across Australia are being encouraged to apply for this year's Prime Minister's Spelling Bee. Held annually nationwide, the free online competition is for Australian...
Shire’s economic progress noted
THE Surf Coast Shire council has received a progress report on the region's economic health delivered through three key strategies it is undertaking. The report,...
Barwon Health announces post-birth service
A NEW service available at Barwon Health's Early Parenting Centre (EPC) is improving support for parents post-birth and providing knowledge to new parents. The post-birth...
Suns begin search for inaugural footy coach
THE search is under way for the inaugural Surf Coast Suns senior football coach, with the club confirming the beginning of the signing process. Suns...
Junior Sharks side reaches new heights
A GROWING football program in the region has reached a major milestone, with one of its sides achieving what no other has done in...
Chargers and Heat to turn it up in Mildura
THE Surf Coast Chargers senior men have a chance to make history with a win away in Mildura tomorrow (Saturday, August 3) in its...
Promotion within arm’s reach for Coasters
SURF Coast Football Club is keeping its excitement under wraps until promotion to State League 3 is solidified with just a handful of games...
Regional bragging rights up for grabs at annual invitational
VICTORIA'S largest regional eight-ball pool event begins today (Friday, August 2) and is set to welcome beginner to intermediate players from all over the...
Doug Stirling celebrates 102nd birthday
FOR 102-year-old Lorne resident and local legend Doug Stirling, his birthday on Saturday could not have gone any better. Mr Stirling celebrated his 102nd lap...
Disruptions expected with Surf Coast Highway closure
ROAD users across Greater Geelong and the Surf Coast will need to seek an alternative route between the two municipalities, with level crossing removal...
Carers project makes strong launch
A SOLID launch of the Surf Coast Shire's Caring for Carers Network project has facilitators excited for how it will grow in the coming...
Venues locked in for female, juniors deciders
THE venues of this year's junior football and female football have been unveiled by AFL Barwon, locking in the finals piece of the puzzle...
Little Aths founder recognised for community impact
LOCAL athletics advocate and Surf Coast Little Athletics Club founder Claire Osborn, has been praised by the Surf Coast Shire for her efforts over...
Tigers, Lions to duel it out in Sunday special
ALL eyes will be on Central Reserve this Sunday, July 28 with Colac to host Leopold in a standalone fixture, which could have major...
Torquay College runners attend State Champs
TORQUAY College's running program continues to pay dividends, with the school again sending four students to the State Cross Country Championships at Yarra Valley...
Roos keep season alive as Round 16 looms
THE Bellarine Netball League Finals Series race is heating up following last weekend's Round 15 results with now only six clubs remaining in contention. Anglesea's...
Supporters pack out Read The Play breakfast
HUNDREDS of supporters and donors gathered at GMHBA Stadium's Presidents Room last week for the annual Read The Play Fundraiser Breakfast. Featuring special guest speaker...
Dig in and join National Tree Day events
NATIONAL Tree Day event is shaping up to be a big day out locally, with organisers encouraging the community to attend. Residents will get their...
Australian of the Year nominations to close at month’s end
TIME to nominate for this year's Australian of the Year Awards is quickly running out with only a few days remaining until entries officially...
Surfing for a difference
A JAN Juc surfer has recommitted to another year of fundraising for remote surf communities, beginning at the start of September. For a fourth consecutive...
Americans take over Bells with Longboard Classic wins
AMERICANS Soleil Errico and Taylor Jensen have secured ultimate glory at the Bioglan Bells Beach Longboard Classic this afternoon (Sunday, July 21), winning their...
Split results for United’s finals aspirations
A ROLLERCOASTER 2024 season has fallen short of finals contention for one of Geelong United's NBL1 sides, with the other scraping in by the...
Read The Play Round returns
GEELONG-BASED mental health service Read The Play is gearing up for another year of bringing mental health to the fore of local sport, hosting...
Full hearts install hollow homes
HALF a dozen nesting hollows have been added to the wildlife of Taylor Park as part of an ongoing Great Ocean Road Coast &...