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Independent photographer Ivan Kemp was at Ocean Grove main beach on a glorious last day of spring to see what locals and visitors were up to.

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Launching comedy’s next stars

Dylan McBurney is the founder and executive producer of a national program helping young comedians launch their careers. They spoke to Matt Hewson about...
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Many cultures, one street

Victoria’s premier multicultural festival is back for its 44th year. This Saturday 28 February, Cultura’s 2026 Pako Festa will once again transform Pakington Street into...

Retail growth on the way

Jan Juc and Torquay could see more growth in the retail and industrial economy following updated guidelines for Surf Coast commercial land use and...

Drought conditions not over yet

Surf Coast Shire’s agriculture sector is in for a lengthy recovery following recent drought and fire conditions across the region. A report presented...

Grovers advance to prelim

Independent photographer Ivan Kemp was at Ocean Grove Bowling Club on Tuesday 24 February for the Division 1 midweek bowls semi-finals and saw Ocean...

Council finalises funding ‘wish list’

Geelong council announced the top projects it will advocate for as the state election approaches. On Tuesday night councillors unanimously endorsed a list of priority...

Out and about at the market

Independent photographer Ivan Kemp went to Geelong City Market on Saturday 20 February where the Geelong Chinese Association celebrated Chinese New Year and market...

Shire condemns vandalism

Surf Coast Shire Council has taken a stand against all types of vandalism to public and private property following an Australia Day incident. ...

Neale cleared of serious injury

Geelong is breathing a sigh of relief after big man Shannon Neale avoided a serious right knee injury in a ruck contest in the...

Nelson focuses on state seat

Geelong’s deputy mayor has stepped down from the position to pursue a seat in state parliament. Seeks Liberal Party preselection in the seat of South...

Family violence program funding continued

A major Geelong-based community service organisation has welcomed the announcement of continued funding for a dedicated family violence support program. Not-for-profit agency Meli will receive...