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Ageing positively in Surf Coast

The Surf Coast community can learn how to age with a healthy, wealthy and wise attitude during a positive ageing event in Anglesea next...

World-class choirs on display

Local singers will have the chance to rub shoulders with Australia’s best when choirs from around Australia and New Zealand converge on Geelong next...

Innovation amazes

The world-class innovation and creativity in our region never ceases to amaze me. I’m consistently blown away by our advanced manufacturers’ ability to think outside...

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Finals brings mixed results

It was the first week of finals for almost all grades in Tennis Geelong’s Senior Pennant with semi-finals held across the region. Western Heights Uniting...

Stengle edging closer to VFL return

Geelong coach Chris Scott is optimistic Tyson Stengle's return to football isn't far away, declaring the 27-year-old's absence won't end up being a long-term...

Thomson sacks co-coach weeks from the season opener

Thomson has sacked co-coach Jacob Knight just weeks before the start of the Geelong & District Football League season. The Tigers terminated Knight’s contract for...

Hectic finish as finals await

Grovedale star Jordan Moran (pictured) had to scamper through for this quick single to bring up his century, but made it home even with...

Newbies set for huge final

St Peters captain Luke Ford recognises the danger that his Geelong Cricket Association elimination final opponent Lara presents going into this weekend’s clash. In a...

Another premiership for Ocean Grove

Ocean Grove was guaranteed to win the Geelong Bowls Region midweek bowls Division 1 competition, it was just a question of which team. Ocean Grove’s...

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Celebrating one of the greats

Few songwriters have had the same ongoing influence and widespread appeal as American singer-songwriter James Taylor. It’s his place in the cultural consciousness that forms...

Morel’s new show ‘deeply personal’

Multi-faceted performer Connor Morel grew up in Geelong, where his talent for music, acting and performance was nurtured by the local arts scene. His career...

Alt-rockers ready to launch

As for many up and coming bands around the region, the story of Bigfoot Sighting revolves around the Barwon Club band room. So much so,...

Virtuosic violinist finds his groove

American artist Blue Violin, aka Christopher Vuk, has rediscovered the place where he fits best. For the past two years, Vuk has been touring his...

World-class talent on show

Indian and American artist ganavya (aka Ganavya Doraiswamy) has been hailed as a vibrant new voice in modern music, blending spiritual jazz with Indian...

Youth and experience collide

Two of the blues’ finest exponents return to the Bellarine this weekend almost exactly 12 months after their first visit together in 2025. Internationally acclaimed...

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Empowering young minds at Aspire

More than just childcare, Aspire is a community built on connection. Our educators take the time to truly know each child, creating classrooms filled...

One container at a time

Queenscliff is showing how a small coastal town can make a big difference, one drink container at a time. Thanks to local resident Mark Gingell,...

Building a more accessible future

The home and living landscape in Geelong is evolving and Empowered Liveability is right there at the forefront, ensuring that people living with disabilities...

Christmas is a busy time for vets

The festive season is full of joy, but it’s also one of the busiest times of year for pet emergencies. With holiday food,...

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Indian films on show

A national festival celebrating Indian cinema and its links with Australia will launch in Geelong this month. The National Indian Film Festival of Australia (NIFFA)...

Community calendar

Bellarine Repair Cafe Volunteer repairers fix your items, such as clothes, toys, furniture, electrical goods and electronic items. Ocean Grove Neighbourhood House, 1 John Dory...

Superboats roar into the bay

It will be action aplenty on Corio Bay as the Offshore Superboat Championships roar to life across two days. Many boats will be...

Making Geelong a fairer place for all

One of Geelong’s biggest local fundraisers kicks off today, raising money to help build a fairer community. Local foundation Give Where You Live has encouraged...

Dancing across the seas

Kelsey Jenning grew up in Geelong before moving to America to pursue a career as a dancer. She returned to Australia to visit family...

Annual fair all about community spirit

A local school has invited the wider community to help celebrate a tradition that has spanned more than three decades. Ocean Grove Primary School’s (OGPS)...

Fuel demand increases

There have been temporary fuel stock shortages across Greater Geelong following an increase in demand. Service stations across the region have experienced...

Young people lead the charge against vaping

When it comes to combatting the rise of vaping, Geelong’s youth are at the forefront. Since its youth council identified vaping as a priority in...

Black Dog Ride calls Geelong

Local organisers of a motorcycle ride raising funds and awareness for grassroots mental health and suicide prevention have urged the Geelong community to get...

Celebrating VCE art

Three young people from Greater Geelong are taking their art to the next level with pieces being showcased at the National Gallery of Victoria...