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16 years ago July 10, 2009 Residents and local politicians fear the “Leopold pong” emitting from Lake Connewarre could have a huge impact on the natural...

Fire escape plan reminder

Victoria’s fire services are encouraging families to practise their home fire escape plans these school holidays. Fires can take hold at any time, and a...

Bowls club plans reopening celebrations

Ocean Grove Bowling Club is planning a special opening event to celebrate the redevelopment of its facilities as the works enter their final stages. Slated...

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Clear leader in Section 4

Tennis Geelong’s Thursday night Triples season has reached its halfway point and a clear leader has emerged in Section 4. However, if the competitive...

Grubbers win Under 19s clash

Ocean Grove emerged with a 39 to 24 win against Modewarre in the 19 & Under clash at Shell Road Reserve on June 5...

Modda too good for Grove

Modewarre proved good for Ocean Grove on Saturday July 5 to win by 45 points. Justin Flynn was at Ray Menzies Oval to see...

Power primed to go deep in finals

With a three-game buffer in fifth place and finals seemingly assured, Newcomb coach Lisa Robinson doesn’t want to be making up the numbers this...

Hawks fly high

Independent photographer Ivan Kemp was at Grinter Reserve to see Drysdale defeat home side Newcomb by 40 points on Saturday.

Hawks go into break in 3rd spot

A seven goal to two first quarter against the breeze helped Drysdale to a 40-point win against Newcomb at Grinter Reserve on Saturday and...

Latest Entertainment

Groove Doctors have the cure

Kenny Miller and John Dallimore are two of Geelong’s favourite musical sons, with a musical relationship spanning more than 30 years. But for Miller, the...

Keeping the funk alive

Local band Suneden are making a splash in 2025. With a breakout appearance at Byron Bay Bluesfest, their sophomore album on the way and a...

Young singers hit the big time

Local young people will have the opportunity to perform with Australia’s premier opera company this month. Geelong Youth Choir (GYC) ensemble Cantore Choir will join...

Preatures, Badloves join QMF

The Preatures are one of the latest acts to be unveiled for the 2025 Queenscliff Music Festival (QMF) this November. The reformed indie rock band...

Soaring through music

The Royal Australian Air Force Band will take the soul on a transformative journey with Apparitions coming to Geelong. The 40-piece wind band...

Big year for Hassall

It’s all happening for Matilda Hassall in 2025. The singer-songwriter, hailing from Geelong but currently based in Melbourne, is having a bumper year. Known professionally as...

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What do Viking guests love about their cruise?

Many readers have been introduced to the magic of Viking and their outstanding cruises through articles here and in the quarterly Travel Today magazine....

Empowering individuals

The Trevean Foundation is a registered charity dedicated to advancing the welfare of people living with disabilities, their families and carers. Our mission is...

Sustainable Fiji

It’s a short plane ride across the South Pacific for an island getaway on Malolo Island, Fiji. It’s a place where you are welcomed by...

Smile brighter with Affordable Denture Clinic in East Geelong

Achieve a confident, radiant smile with the expert care of the team at Affordable Denture Clinic, now welcoming patients at their new location in...

Winter wellness for the elderly

Winter in Australia can be a beautiful season, but it also brings health challenges for older adults. As we age, our bodies become more...

Walking together at sunrise

There’s something profound about standing with your community, feet in the sand, as the sun rises over the ocean. Add to that the sound...

We are Geelong

Standing in solidarity

Hundreds gathered together at the break of dawn on July 7 to stand with Wadawurrung Traditional Owners in collaboration with Barwon Coast for a...

One year of Respect 2040

A Barwon South West partnership to stop violence against women is celebrating its first anniversary of strong advocacy and significant growth. The Respect...

A voice for reconcilliation

A vibrant community event to celebrate National Reconciliation Week 2025 will be held at Queenscliff next week. Reconciliation Queenscliffe will stage Voices for Reconciliation at...

Easier access to healthcare

Women and gender-diverse people within Barwon South West can share their experiences accessing healthcare to better understand and address barriers in the region. ...

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...

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Brittany’s new direction

Accomplished artist Brittany March has received a Surf Coast Shire grant to explore new ground with her work. She spoke to Matt Hewson about...

State of Origin resumes for River’s Gift

After an epic rugby league State of Origin series concluded this week, the interstate rivalry continues at Ocean Grove this weekend, but this time...

Biosecurity fears over truck wash closure

The impending closure of the City of Greater Geelong’s truck wash facilities has caused alarm with Victoria’s largest state farmer organisation. The Victorian Farmers Federation...

Holiday fun at the library

Libraries are terrific places to spend some of the school holidays. Your local library has tons of fun things to do from learning about food,...

Building connections through play

An intergenerational playgroup is creating important connections by bringing together locals young and old in Torquay. The playgroup, which sees older people spend time with...

Barb’s memorable 50 years

A nursing career spanning half a century is about to come to an end. Barb Wiltshire will hang up her uniform after 50 years in...