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Thousands remember the fallen

Not even the rain could deter the thousands of people who came to pay their respects during Geelong’s Anzac Day march and service. ...

New kindergarten cheaper, faster

Geelong council has saved more than $14 million thanks to a Victorian government grant to support the building of an Armstrong Creek kindergarten. The new...

We will remember them

A large crowd gathered at Ocean Grove Park this morning for the Anzac Day march and service. Rain threatened, but fortunately it passed before...

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Star’s shock exit

Molly Picklum's bid for an elusive Bells Beach title has been foiled again, with the Australian surfing star suffering a shock loss at the...

Patterson lands AFL Barwon role

Lisa Patterson has been appointed AFL Barwon Region General Manager after Edward Wilson departed to join Motorcycling Victoria. Patterson will step into the role following...

Region’s best head to nationals

A contingent of young local athletes will compete on the national stage in Adelaide this weekend at the Australian Little Athletics Championships (ALAC). Eight boys...

Coutas come from behind to snatch thriller

While it’s no surprise that Ocean Grove and Geelong Amateur are undefeated and filling the top two spots on the Bellarine Netball League A...

Rejuvenated Dees win shootout

While Portarlington supporters can dare to dream this season, you won’t find coach Darren Findlay mentioning the ‘F’ word. The Demons have been Bellarine Football...

Geelong hangs on for thrilling Easter Monday win

Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell has backed his players to continue being bold with ball in hand despite a critical late turnover in Geelong's thrilling...

Latest Entertainment

Murder and mayhem in Drysdale

The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen's Guild Dramatic Society is at it again, bringing their particular brand of mayhem to the stage in a...

Man, I feel like a woman

It’s up to Geelong to decide the queen of country music as ‘Man, I Feel Like A Woman’ coming to the city next month....

Step back in time to Laurel Canyon

Sell-out show Songs from the Canyon comes to Geelong for the first time since its inception in 2022. Featuring renowned Australian singers and musicians such...

‘Accidental’ rockers drop first single

Dirty Wasabi describe themselves as a “dirty, heavy, punky, drunky rock band from Geelong”, and a quick listen to their demo tracks online shows...

World-class acrobats ready to wow

Kenya’s best acrobatic troupe bring their world-famous show to the Geelong Arts Centre this weekend. The Black Blues Brothers, five alumni of the Sarakasi Trust...

Soul sisters bring the noise

Geelong’s favourite soul band the Sweethearts returns to Barwon Club this weekend for a night of upbeat, funky fun. Based at Matthew Flinders Girls Secondary...

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Viking launches new ‘Discover more for less’ sale

Viking has launched its new ‘Discover More for Less’ sale, providing Australian and New Zealand travellers with new booking incentives across Viking’s extensive range...

A unique Nomadic Adventure in Mongolia

Scrolling Facebook in the middle of the night, I came across the profile of a lady with an eagle on her arm. She was...

Rich heritage, modern elegance

Tucked away in the heart of charming Port Fairy, the Old Market Inn blends rich heritage with modern elegance. Originally built in the 1870s,...

Explore Port Fairy with Hearns

Port Fairy is nestled on the edge of the Southern Ocean. You can have it all – a solo surf or a quiet beach to...

We will remember them

Each year on Anzac Day we come together to pay solemn tribute to the courage, mateship, and sacrifice of those who have served our...

Explore the Far East

For those wishing to delve into the history, culture and cuisine of the Far East, the new ‘Jewels of Japan and China’ voyages explore...

We are Geelong

Pride Film Fest launches

Geelong’s biggest film festival has launched its 2025 program this week in a celebration of film excellence, diversity and representation. With more than 10 feature...

Grants helping local First Nations business thrive

Three locally-based First Nations businesses are primed for further success after receiving state government grants through a $3 million program. Geelong’s Troy and Cerisa Benjamin...

Get your dance on at new queer event

Geelong’s newest queer event is ready to rock in a celebration of good times, inclusion and community. The Coast is Queer dance party is set...

Prue recieves Monica Hayes Award

Prue Drever has won the Monica Hayes Award for her dedication to a Portarlington food relief charity during an International Women’s Day (IWD) event....

Gendered violence: enough is enough

The Geelong community will rally next weekend to say no to violence against women following the killing of Kara Jade Weribone in Toowoomba last...

IWD events across the Surf Coast

Events will occur across the Surf Coast this month in recognition of International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8. Surf Coast Shire Council...

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New year for fundraiser

A swarm of modern and classic Fords will take over South Barwon Reserve to help create fun and laughter for kids facing cancer. ...

100 years of helping families

Geelong Legacy will lead the march this Anzac Day, following a century of supporting families of veterans who died while serving in the armed...

Geelong remembers Pope Francis

Catholics across Geelong and the state have joined the world in mourning the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday. The 88-year-old pontiff...

Lest we forget

Anzac Day services and ceremonies will be held on April 25. It was 110 years ago (1915) that our brave ANZAC sons landed at Gallipoli...

Honouring veterans young and old

An Anglesea veteran reflects on his time in the Navy as the country prepares to remember the brave servicemen and women this Anzac Day....

FEM helps brigade

Queenscliff Fire Brigade will continue to offer equipment maintenance across the region, with funds going towards helping protect the community from fire. The...