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Getting into the great outdoors

Explore the latest outdoor vehicles and equipment as the Geelong Outdoor Living and Caravan Expo returns to Geelong Showgrounds. The annual event will...

Finding joy in giving back

Drumcondra’s Tennille Busso spends free time volunteering with Delta Therapy Dogs and The Pyjama Foundation. As the foundation calls for more Geelong volunteers, she...

Raise a glass to summer

The Geelong Beer Festival is back with exclusive craft offerings, a star-studded lineup, interactive experiences and fun for all ages this Saturday. Johnstone...

Running for memory

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Strong week for fishing

The Corio Bay inner harbour has remained a fishing hotspot for families and anglers trying to escape some windy conditions with a great variety...

Cats into final

Geelong’s Kookaburra Under 15 Girls campaign has been a strong one and will culminate in a grand final against Prahran next Tuesday. The opening round...

Grovers sneak home by five shots as bowls resumes

Independent photographer Ivan Kemp went to Ocean Grove Bowling Club to see the home side defeat Torquay 70 shots to 65 as Midweek Division...

United downed in thriller

A brave Geelong United took it right up to the Perth Lynx eventually going down by three points at Geelong Arena. Perth looked set to...

Tigers home in high-scoring clash

Grovedale strengthened its position in the Geelong Cricket Association Division 1 top four with a high-scoring win against East Belmont at Winter Reserve on...

Grubbers lifeline in last-ball thriller

Ocean Grove captain Fletcher Long played one of his best ever innings to keep his side in the Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association A1 Grade...

Latest Entertainment

A Midsummer Night’s Dream in the gardens

Magic, mischief and love are coming to Geelong Botanic Gardens as the environment transforms into A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Ozact Theatre Company will...

A safe space through music

Taylor Henderson is coming to the Bellarine to ‘Light Up the Dark’ during a night of great music at a picturesque location. The...

Quest for the Jurassic fart

Television’s favourite twin doctors are returning to Geelong as they embark on a ‘Quest for the Jurassic Fart’. Dr Chris and Dr Xand van...

From classroom to theatre

A private school teacher is swapping the classroom for the stage as Footlight Productions’ Billy Elliot comes to Geelong this month. Kardinia...

New take on old classic

A fun take on the popular story Cinderella will make its way to the Potato Shed next week. Presented by Theatre 3Triple2 for KiDs the...

Dream role for Geelong actor

Gerry McKeague has only been acting for six years, but in January he will perform in his favourite musical when he takes the stage...

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Mediterranean Destination Guide

Cruise lines call the period between November and March the quiet season for Mediterranean voyages sailing which allows guests to evade the challenge of...

Mediterranean Gastronomy with Viking

The pride and loyalty the Hagen family and staff have for Viking is apparent as soon after stepping over the gangplank. It is this point...

Mamsens Waffles secret recipe

Mamsen’s, the popular Norwegian-style deli on board Viking ships, is well-loved for its traditional Scandinavian fare. One of the star attractions on the menu...

Matching clients with the right behavioural support

Matching you with the right behavioural support is a big focus for Anna Treloar-Tanner and her Barwon Occupational Therapy team. The comprehensive practice...

Signs you need to consider alternative care options

As your loved ones age, you may have noticed signs that they need additional support and need to consider alternative care options. Key indicators...

The best in in-home care

Just Better Care is your go-to provider for the best in-home support. With a skilled team, they are passionate about providing exceptional care...

We are Geelong

HEY grants help Geelong youth

Geelong LGBTQA+ community will benefit from the state government’s latest round of the Healthy Equal Youth (HEY) grants. Minister for Mental Health Ingrid Stitt on...

Planting seeds of change through story

The Geelong Independent looks back on our best Friday features for 2024. Uncle Glenn Shea is a proud Wathaurong/Ngarrindjeri man and an award-winning playwright. He...

Respect through ‘many hands’

Women’s Health and Wellbeing Barwon South West (WHWBSW) has been recognised for helping prevent violence against women. WHWBSW received an award at the...

Brownbill artwork in the running

The City of Greater Geelong is calling on members of the public to vote for the funding of an artwork celebrating the life and...

Barwon Water celebrating gender equity

Local organisation Barwon Water was among the winners at the third Recalibrate Gender Equity Awards. Held at Crown in Melbourne, the Recalibrate Awards recognise outstanding...

Johnstone Park goes orange

Geelong’s Johnstone Park will transform its green landscapes into orange this weekend to help eliminate violence against women and girls. Zonta...

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Say ‘yes’ to the event

Geelong couples can learn more about their ideal wedding as the Geelong Wedding Guide Expo returns for its seventh year. Deakin University’s Waterfront...

Home run for Geelong

South Korean baseball giant KT Wiz has chosen Geelong over a number of global cities as the venue for a six-week summer camp. KT Wiz,...

New hub to support youth

The health and wellbeing of young people on the Bellarine Peninsula will benefit from a new hub at Ocean Grove’s Kingston Estate. The hub will...

In brief

Teen charged Geelong Police have charged a teenage boy after executing a warrant in Armstrong Creek on Monday. Police executed a warrant at an Atherton Street...

Bridge-ing the gap towards safety

Spring Creek’s bridge will soon be upgraded to make the area more accessible for everyone in the community. Surf Coast Shire Council...

More car parks for CBD

More car parking has been added to central Geelong with 124 new spots opened on level two of the Busport carpark. The parking spots are...