Police on patrol but nudist outcome ”twisted”
Jane EmerickAuthorities have twisted a workshop vote against nudism at Point Impossible in a bid to save the beach’s clothing-optional status, according to participants.
Surf...
Fine plan for meters
Jane EmerickA shire refusal to supply parking inspectors could thwart controversial plans for meters at Torquay beaches.
Torquay councillor Ron Humphrey said he was organising...
But we”ve just bought a house
Hamish HeardFORD engine plant workers were yesterday grappling with feelings of shock and anger after the company told them their jobs would be gone...
Homes in TiTree ”on their own”, says CFA
Andrew MathiesonNATIVE Ti Tree poses a bushfire threat to homes on the Bellarine Peninsula this summer, the CFA has warned homeowners.
CFA regional...
Expert: expect change to bigger surf
Jane EmerickGlobal warming promises bigger waves for the region’s surfers, according to a climate change expert.
But CSIRO scientist Dr Kathleen McInnes said big waves...
Dry month set to equal local record
Hamish HeardGeelong will have sweltered through its equal driest October on record unless clouds burst over the city this weekend.
Geelong Weather Services meteorologist Lindsay...
Cops seek lockout
Hamish HeardPolice will apply to Liquor Licensing Victoria for a 1am lockout at Geelong licensed venues after a violent weekend on city streets.
Chief...
33 per cent level set ”to ease bans”
By Geelong Story UpdatesStage four restrictions would remain in place until at least December, Barwon Water said yesterday.
The authority revealed the wait when announcing...
Record Anzac crowd mirrors turn out Gallipoli
Jane EmerickA record crowd attended the region’s biggest Anzac Day service on Wednesday.
Torquay RSL estimated 8000 people attended the Point Danger dawn service –...
Exclusive: New entry to shun northern suburbs. This way, please
Hamish HeardA new entry to Geelong will divert traffic away from the city’s northern suburbs, councillors announced yesterday.
They said an “entrance icon” and a...
Rose set to bloom
Karen HartTHE OWNER of Torquay’s Rose Restaurant has revealed plans for 96 holiday units, a convention centre and a day spa on the site.
Southern...
Ocean Grove RSL: future bleak
Ocean Grove RSL has predicted a bleak future for branches on the Bellarine Peninsula after discussing its future during an annual meeting this week.
Ocean...
History rolls into Geelong
Vintage, veteran and classic vehicles will bring a bit of history to Geelong through a static car display.
Bellarine Historic Vehicle Club will host...
