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Growing family syndicate targeting big races

A FAMILY'S shared love for racing has flourished into a new Geelong racing syndicate that aims to bring the thrill of horse ownership to...

Vic Open tees up the future of golf

THE Victorian Open tees off this week and will celebrate its 10th year of being held in a mixed format, and one of the...

Ice cold community

BREATHING techniques, cold therapy and commitment: the three pillars of the ‘Wim Hof Method’ wellbeing trend that has taken the world by storm. Ice-baths and...

Why looking for love and looking for a rental are more similar than you might think…

1. Show you're keen If you see a property you like online, apply even before you've viewed it. If you get accepted and don't like...

Bill-busting 7-star revolution

Seven-star energy efficiency rating will be mandated in a new sustainability initiative at Villawood Properties' award-winning Armstrong Mount Duneed community. More than 50 designs by...

Summer Series of Jazz kicks off this weekend

MULTI-GENERATIONAL nine-piece band The Suspects will launch Geelong Jazz Soirees Summer Series at the Geelong Botanic Gardens this Saturday. Experience some of Victoria’s finest musicians...

Metricon celebrates Lunar New Year cooking with MasterChef’s Jess Liemantara

METRICON Homes will celebrate the Year of the Tiger on Thursday, February 10, with an exclusive online cooking tutorial hosted by MasterChef's youngest ever...

Back roads inspire artist’s landscapes

It is very much the journey rather than the destination that excites Drysdale’s Linda Gallus on her regular country drives around Victoria. Deliberately taking the...

Drive-thru test pickups open

SEVERAL drive-thru rapid antigen test (RATs) collection sites are now open to the public in Geelong and Torquay as an alternative to PCR testing. RATs...

Extravagant and high-octane entertainment in Shed’s season launch

The Potato Shed kicks off next month with a one-off iteration of the annual Season Programme launch on Wednesday, February 2. Usually held the first Wednesday...

Metricon showcases double storey design excellence across Geelong

Double storey home designs are perfect for taking advantage of the stunning views around the Geelong region, providing a viewpoint that only a second...

Pixar Putt season extended at Geelong due to popular demand

PIXAR PUTT, the 18 hole mini-golf course now open at Transvaal Square at Geelong’s waterfront, has already seen thousands of families, friends and work...

My Coastal Home Feature Property – 60 Loch Ard Drive, Torquay

You’ll love feeling the invigorating sea breeze from the upstairs balcony of this modern doublestorey townhouse that’s walking distance (only six houses back!) from the...

New bespoke wellness retreats for Victoria

GREAT Ocean Road Resort is Victoria's newest destination for wellness-seekers. The resort's new Wellness Retreats have been designed by wellness director Michelle Moloney, and are...

Geelong to host Phoenix-Victory Cup semi

Wellington Phoenix's historic FFA Cup semi-final against Melbourne Victory will be held in Geelong on Saturday, January 29. Football Australia confirmed the date on Wednesday,...

Tourism course is the perfect fit for local businesses

AS THE tourism industry rebounds from months of interrupted trading, Gordon tourism graduates are finding employment with regional tourism operators. Kenny Yubia and Annabel Mills...

On the ward training: The Gordon TAFE partners with SJOG Hospital to introduce a new companion program

A NEW stream of Health Services Assistance has been added to The Gordon's suite of courses to meet the demand for assisting nurses in...

New medical centre’s grand opening

TORQUAY’S newest medical centre is now taking appointments for high-quality care and treatment close to home. Orbit Medical has opened its brand-new Geelong Road facility...

Cookery apprenticeships are a great way to learn

NOT all teenagers know the career they want to pursue, but for Finn Rogers, choosing a career in the kitchen was a clear front...

Young sailors learn the ropes

INDENTED Head Yacht Club learn to sail coordinator Paul Simmons says the growth and interest of its sailing program had continued despite COVID-19 restrictions. "Sailing...

Bank on a new career – tourism and hospitality is calling

A SUMMER by the coast has never been more attainable with a new initiative to pair jobseekers with tourism and hospitality vacancies in Greater...

Summer Events Guide

Stunning fairways, fine food and beautiful views: Anglesea Golf Club

Anglesea Golf Club is set in the beautiful hinterland of the Great Ocean Road only 30 minutes from Geelong. Not only is the course itself...

Experience the marine world with Sea All Dolphin Swims

Swim with dolphins, see fur seals and snorkel among unique marine life on an ocean tour these school holidays. Seal and Dolphin Swim Tours are...