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Decade for community orchard

Grovedale Community Orchard is celebrating 10 years of promoting sustainable practices and food security across the region. Transition South Barwon will host...

Carols by the barrel

The inaugural Carols by the Barrels at Flying Brick Cider House is set to rock your Christmas socks off on Sunday December 15. ...

Emergency services grants announced

Volunteer emergency services across the region will receive a funding boost after a state government announcement this week. More than $900,000 in funding will be...

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Lalor taken at pick one

Geelong Grammar's Sam Lalor is living the dream after being drafted by Richmond at pick one on Wednesday night. The highly touted midfielder was widely...

Exciting times for Lalor

Geelong Grammar's Sam Lalor has been trying not to buy into the speculation that he might be taken at pick one in tonight’s AFL...

Highton falls one wicket short

After dominating for most of the match, Highton had to settle for a draw against South Barwon and left Reynolds Oval with nothing to...

First hot day for local cricket

Independent photographer Ivan Kemp went to Polwarth Oval in Torquay for the Surf Coast vs Collendina BPCA A2 Grade clash and to Reynolds Oval...

Suns in box seat for major upset

Surf Coast playing coach Richard Dawes said his club is a “really exciting” place to be after taking the honours on day one of...

Morrison wins first Cats’ B&F

Star midfielder Nina Morrison capped off a stellar 2024 season, claiming her first Geelong Cats AFLW Best and Fairest award. The 23-year-old played all 11...

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Juniors sing for joy

The next generation of Geelong actors take to the stage with a new variety show this month. Geelong Society of Operatic and Dramatic Arts (GSODA)...

Not just beards, hats and furry guitars

Guitarist and singer Anthony Biancofiore remembers exactly the day he formed ZZ Top tribute band Fandango. It was Back to the Future Day, October 21st...

Local duo living loud

As CUB LIV LOUD gigs roll out around Australia throughout Ausmusic Month this November, local jangle pop duo Winksy are a prime example of...

New show brings laughs and thrills

Geelong circus studio CircArts is premiering its brand new cabaret circus show to the Potato Shed in a riotous blend of comedy, breathtaking circus...

Opera Australia brings the magic

When award-winning soprano Celeste Lazarenko was a child she fell in love with singing and classical music. She loved one particular album, Die Zauberflöte (The...

Bella Deer drops new single

It’s been a busy year for local singer-songwriter Bella Deer, aka Isabella Losi. Having received an honourable mention at the finals of the Nashville-based International...

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Your partner in disability care and support

All In One Support Services offers a comprehensive range of disability support services designed to empower individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives. Serving Geelong...

The importance of making Powers of Attorney

Powers of Attorney enable you to appoint a person or people you trust to make decisions for you if you lose capacity due to...

Places of reflection and remembrance

Geelong Cemeteries Trust is proud to serve as an integral part of the Greater Geelong community, honouring past, present, and future generations. We care for...

Six reasons why lifestyle living is the change you need

Thinking about downsizing now or in the next few years? Find out why residents at Lakeside Lara think lifestyle living trumps staying at home. As...

Retire in style, all in your own backyard

The final stage of Bellarine Lakes Country Club, the only retirement village on the Bellarine or Geelong with a private golf course, is now...

Let’s get some rhythm

Get ready to Immerse yourself in an unforgettable night of music, memories and pure entertainment with Get Rhythm. Described as Australia’s most authentic Johnny Cash...

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Community awards nominations open

Nominations for the City of Greater Geelong’s annual Women in Community Life Awards are open. The awards, which will be presented at the City’s International...

Battling women’s health stigma

Geelong health professionals are helping end the stigma around women’s pain and educate the public on conditions affecting women with a free forum. ...

Unveiling health access barriers for women

New research unveils the barriers to sexual and reproductive health access for women in the Barwon South West region. The Mapping Access to...

Cats to wear First Nations guernsey

Keerray Woorroong and Yorta Yorta woman Sherry Johnstone designed Geelong’s Sir Doug Nicholls Round First Nations guernsey,which will be proudly worn this weekend against...

Supporting girls to find their voice

Participating schools from the Be Bold Be Heard initiative attended a forum at GMHBA Stadium this week to hear from guest speakers and share...

Cats show Pride in the jumper

Geelong has unveiled its 2024 AFLW Pride guernsey to be worn this Saturday in the club’s crunch game against Richmond. Personal connections to Pride are...

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Innovative experience for Geelong students

Local students have had the opportunity to get invaluable hands-on experience in the building and construction industry. More than 40 secondary students from 10 Geelong...

Hayden starts stint as new mayor

Cr Sarah Hayden will serve as Golden Plains Shire mayor after being elected on Tuesday November 19. Cr Hayden’s election completes the make-up of the...

Former footballer charged over Lara crash

Former Geelong footballer Ray Card has been charged following a fatal collision in Lara. The 67-year-old Grovedale man was the driver...

Two more dead on state’s roads

It has been a deadly weekend on the state’s roads following fatal crashes in Lara and Meredith. Victoria Police said Major Collision Investigation...

Man found shot in Norlane

Police are investigating a firearms incident in Norlane after a man was found with a gunshot wound. Emergency services located the 47-year-old Geelong man...

Indy, Voice excel at press awards

The Geelong Independent took out second place in the Overall Newspaper Excellence free category at the Victorian Country Press Association awards on Friday November...