August

Premier Jacinta Allan visited the Surf Coast to announce a new kindergarten for Armstrong Creek would be open by Term 1, 2026.

Football and netball clubs across the Geelong and Barwon region wore yellow socks and ribbons during Leisure Networks and AFL Barwon’s first-ever inclusion round.

Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library officially opened, offering a modern library equipped with creative and study spaces.

Victoria Police’s Public Order Response Team visited schools across Geelong to bridge the gap between police and the community.

Torquay’s Rod Patterson was recognised for his courage during the 2018 Bourke Street attack with a Bravery Medal during the Australian Bravery Decorations.