GREATER GEELONG

Better bus services for region

Armstrong Creek, Charlemont and Torquay residents will soon have access to more frequent, fast and reliable services with a new bus network announced. ...

New dementia care program launches

Barwon Health will now offer specialised residential care as part of a new aged care dementia service. The new service at Blakiston Lodge at the...

National week drives change in road users

A Barwon South West charity has been recognised for contributing to road safety as National Road Safety Week (NRSW) occurs nationwide. Amber Community...

Noise a concern as duck season continues

Despite Surf Coast Shire’s decision to seek closures in the Modewarre area, there are still concerns regarding duck hunting’s proximity to residential properties. ...

Community calendar

Bake sale Geelong Royal Childrens Hospital Auxiliary bake sale, also with Mother’s Day gifts on Saturday May 11, 9am-12.30pm at Bellevue Ave, Highton Village. Mama’s Market Ukrainian...

From the Archives

16 years ago May 9, 2008 State Government should set aside policy to consider building a new dam for Geelong, according to the city’s new councillor. Liberal...

Tackling road safety

Road safety is an issue that affects all of us. It is a matter to be taken seriously by all levels of government, as well...

Eagles win shootout

Newtown & Chilwell won a high-scoring game against Lara where 40 goals were scored for the afternoon. Independent photographer Ivan Kemp was at Elderslie...

Eagles rock at Elderslie Reserve

Independent photographer Ivan Kemp was at Elderslie Reserve for the Newtown & Chilwell vs Lara Geelong Netball League A Grade clash. The Eagles prevailed...

Clifton Springs upsets Surfcoast Bellbrae

This week was round 13 for Tennis Geelong Midweek Women’s Pennant, and the matches in Section 5 were vital for all teams to secure...

Whiting fishing as good as it gets

The talk among the fishing community this week is the hot King George whiting bite we have got in the bay, and by hot...

Geelong United to enter WNBL

Geelong United has been granted a licence to compete in the Women’s National Basketball League. United will play home games at The Arena from the...

In brief

State champs Ocean Grove is the state midweek bowls division two champion. The Grovers defeated Frankston, Cohuna, Horsham City and Wangaratta and lost by one to...

Trash queen of cabaret

The self-styled Trash Queen of Australian cabaret Tash York has a simple message: it is okay to do what makes you happy. York brings her...

Craig Atkins: songs from the heart

Music has been a part of songwriter and storyteller Craig Atkins’ life for as long as he can remember. A gentleman of the road with...

Take mum on a journey

Orchestra Geelong embarks on a musical journey this Mother’s Day, and everyone is invited. Journeys: Across this and other worlds aims to take the audience...

Slowing down is harder than it looks

For local indie musician Stefan West, it’s all about timing. Many artists struggle with procrastination, or a lack of motivation or momentum stemming from self-doubt,...

Aussie divas going to Graceland

Two of Australia’s best-loved singers bring the music of Paul Simon to Geelong audiences when they perform at the Geelong Arts Centre (GAC) this...

Ukrainian ballet company returns

Geelong ballet enthusiasts will have the chance to witness world-class artists when the Grand Kyiv Ballet returns to Australia this May due to popular...

Exclusive plant based degustation with Simon Toohey

A very special degustation is landing at Flying Brick Cider House when Simon Toohey, champion of sustainability and all things vegetal, hosts an exclusive...

Rock on at The Rock

These school holidays, The Rock Adventure Centre invites all kids and young climbers to embark on an exciting indoor rock-climbing experience. Escape into an adventure-filled...

A nurturing environment at Geelong Baptist College

Geelong Baptist College hosted a successful Twilight Tour on March 26 with nearly 30 families visiting the school. The tour provided an opportunity for...

Refurbishment a vital strategy

Homestyle Aged Care believes that the physical environment plays an important role in shaping a resident’s experiences. With an ageing population, the demand for high...

Celebrate women across our economy and society

International Women’s Day is an opportunity for us to recognise the progress women are making across our economy and society. It is also an opportunity...

Supporting women within the Bellarine

In a historic moment, for the first time ever in our state’s history, gender parity was achieved across the Victorian parliament. Equal women and...

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Better bus services for region

Armstrong Creek, Charlemont and Torquay residents will soon have access to more frequent, fast and reliable services with a new bus network announced. ...

Eagles win shootout