Power prices are putting heat on business
By Luke Voogt
Geelong businesses are struggling to cope with rising power costs according the city’s chamber of commerce.
“The lack of confidence around energy and...
State ‘sour’ over new mayor
By Luke Voogt
The Victorian Government has baulked at welcoming Bruce Harwood as mayor after sacking him with the rest of Geelong’s council in 2016.
The...
Double Take
Torquay residents are up in arms over the threat of five-storey buildings in the beachside centre of their once-sleepy town.
Fair enough, too. The Gold...
Big ‘yes’ vote for same-sex marriage
By Luke Voogt
Moriac’s Sharyn Faulkner can finally look forward to her son tying the knot after Australia voted to legalise same-sex marriage.
Her son Ned...
Council chief announces resignation
By Luke Voogt
City Hall chief executive officer Kelvin Spiller has announced his resignation for 31 March despite a further six months remaining on his...
City’s debt is a concern says new mayor
By Luke Voogt
Geelong’s future debt could delay or stop City Hall projects, new mayor Bruce Harwood has warned.
“Any debt concerns me,” he said on...
Community Calendar
VOLUNTEERS - Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway seeks volunteers. Enquiries 0476 124 598.
WRITERS - Queenscliffe Neighbourhood House Rip Writers Group seek members. Meets 12.30-3pm second...
City to get smart with wifi seating
“Smart street furniture” with high-speed wifi will be among new high-tech amenities soon rolling out across Geelong, the Federal Government has announced.
Streets lights that...
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...
Giving them a run for their money
By Luke Voogt
Nelson Park students joined partner of Cats captain Joel Selwood and new Run Geelong ambassador, Brit Davis, raising money for sick children...
Groms enjoy a swell advantage
Barwon Heads surfers Ellie Harrison and Zeph Lamperd used their local knowledge to dominate the waves in tricky conditions at Ocean Grove over the...
Tragic losses in horror weekend on roads
By Luke Voogt
Two people died and two others were fighting for life following four crashes in Geelong and the Otways on Saturday.
A Nissan 4WD...
Further upgrades for Newcomb school
Newcomb Primary School students will soon have access to an upgraded playground and undercover area as work begins.
The school playground and undercover...
