Male strippers in a go-go bar
Performing half-naked on the streets was Jax Human’s first dance-step to a career as a male stripper.
“I started off as a busker on the...
Symphony of collision
By Luke Voogt
Geelong Revival organiser Nick Heath remembers a time when the waterfront car races were notorious for nasty crashes.
“In those days there were...
Harmonies all over
Sing Australia Geelong’s members have brought back harmonies from across the country and the world, says group leader Mary Simms.
“We have had a few...
Regular all-abilities disco
By Luke Voogt
North Geelong cafe owner David Leary wants his new all-abilities disco to become a regular part of his business.
“We don’t want...
A world of design
Deakin University’s best architecture students will give the public a glimpse into the world of design with special exhibitions in Geelong and Melbourne this...
Music is key to family’s connection
By Luke Voogt
Symphonic talent runs in the blood of Orchestra Geelong, which features some of the city’s most musical families.
Highton hornist Malcolm John will...
The driving beat of Africa
The rhythms of Africa will descend on Teesdale for its annual twilight lantern parade and music festival on Saturday.
Live@Turtle Bend 2017 features seven-person Afrobeat...
Artist guides gardens tour
By Luke Voogt
Visitors can discover the Geelong Botanic Gardens from an artist’s perspective when guided tours wind through its grounds next Sunday.
Botanic artist Dolores...
Bitten by bonsai bug
By Luke Voogt
Bonsais are easier to maintain than most people think, according to long-time pruner Paul Buttigieg.
He and fellow Geelong Bonsai Club members...
Carols knocked out of park
Redevelopment works have forced Geelong’s Carols by Candelight out of its traditional Johnstone Park venue.
But Kardinia Park has emerged as the event’s saviour, with...
Race is on for portrait prize
By Luke Voogt
Sophia Hewson’s shortlisted Archibald Prize might appear blissfully colourful on the surface, but it hints at her darker view of the competition’s...
Geelong gets a heads up on portrait prize
By Luke Voogt
The Bald Archy has come to Geelong for the first time to the delight of local five-time finalist Kristen Wiadrowski.
“I’m definitely...
From Furlong to standoff
Geelong’s police were kept busy on the weekend and Cup day following a seven-hour standoff with a Bell Park man on top of a...
