Coast retreat option
Kim WatersA survey is asking the region’s coastal residents whether they would give up their homes in a “planned retreat” from rising seas.
The CSIRO...
Opponents attack Port super plans
Kim WatersA new supermarket at Portarlington would cause traffic and parking problems, according to potential competitors.
They have slammed the proposal for inadequate car parking...
‘Bathhouse’ push residents back open space plan
Kim WatersPlans for a replica sulphur bathhouse on Clifton Springs’ last remaining open space have the backing of residents, according to a community group.
A...
Ratepayers launch coast takeover bid spend on works, not wages, says letter to state...
Alex de VosSurf Coast ratepayers have ordered a complete takeover of the region’s coastal manager amid concerns of “bureaucracy building” and “unnecessary” spending.
In letter...
Disabled have a ball on a starry Friday night in city
John Van KlaverenThe dream of becoming a debutante became a reality for a group of people with disabilities at a presentation ball last week.
The...
‘You have to be prepared to give people a go’ Tigers in his tank
John Van KlaverenLiving in the lee of the Geelong cement works has never been a concern for Bill Caldow.
The 30-year “cementies” veteran enjoyed being...
Line on track to public path
Kim WatersA disused rail line snaking through Geelong to Fyansford should become a path for pedestrians and cyclists, according to a Geelong councillor.
Eddy Kontelj...
Trail cross fears
Kim WatersA series of near-misses has sparked calls for a pedestrian crossing on the Bellarine Rail Trail at Drysdale, according to residents.
Residents and horse...
Stages of sale set to create home theatres in Geelong
Alex de VosLocal theatre buffs will be able to get their hands on pieces of stage memorabilia when Geelong’s Courthouse Art Centre sells its...
Residents in push ‘to take control of coast’
Alex de VosSurf Coast ratepayers have ordered a complete takeover of the region’s coastal manager amid concerns of “bureaucracy building” and “unnecessary” spending.
In letter...
‘It’s going to be better but it’s going to take time’ Schools restructure defended
Alex de VosSchool council representatives have defended a plan to restructure several Corio and Norlane schools against concerns the transition process will cause “angst”...
Woolies plan for golf site opposed
Kim WatersGeelong councillors have opposed plans for a Woolworths hardware concept store at North Geelong.
They voted to tell an advisory committee to state...
Out & about at the beach
Some prefer the beach during winter and voice photographer Ivan Kemp was at Ocean Grove main beach on Tuesday July 8 to see who...
