From the archives
17 years ago
October 17, 2008
Ford would slash 450 jobs at its Geelong and Broadmeadows plants under a new round of cuts, the company announced...
Your letters
The Geelong Sustainability group has again called for more climate action (Geelong Independent, 10 October).
Politicians have been pushing climate alarmism for over 40 years...
Exploring folklore
The Geelong community can immerse itself in the theme of folklore during a free art exhibition and open-mic poetry event.
Folklore Community...
Neighbourhood house reopens
This week has brought welcome news for our community, with Ocean Grove Neighbourhood House reopening its doors after a period of uncertainty.
The centre on...
Community calendar
Portarlington Neighbourhood House
Garden trail, Sunday 2 November, 10am-4pm, 15 private gardens open for inspection, $10, kids free.
■ Facebook - Portarlington Garden Trail 2025
Open day
Geelong...
A heartfelt reunion
There were plenty of hugs at Barwon Heads Soccer Club this morning as Jon Phillips met with the paramedics and bystanders who saved his...
Geelong goes Afro
Geelong will host a special cultural event this weekend to celebrate African traditions and heritage while fostering cultural unity.
Geelong Afro Night...
Giving kids a voice
Armstrong Creek East Community Hub will celebrate Children’s Week (11 to 26 October) with two interactive and cultural events this weekend.
Brazilian...
Last effort for green space
Members of the Belmont community are rallying in a desperate attempt to save a strip of green space in their neighbourhood.
With Geelong council poised...
Fire warning issued
Emergency services have given Greater Geelong and Bellarine community members a warning following recent fires across the region, with some being treated as suspicious....
Vigil for homelessness
The Geelong community will come together to mark World Homelessness Day through unity and by raising awareness during a vigil for increased social housing....
Summer Down Under for Tabby
A young English cricketer has embarked on an exciting journey to Anglesea this summer and the season began in fine style in the opening...