Heads push for bank
Jessica BentonBarwon Heads is set for a community bank as Leopold prepares to open the region’s latest branch.
Barwon Heads steering committee chair Heather McCarthy...
The long and short blacks of my career
Andrew MathiesonSTANDING in a black waiter’s tee, arms conspicuously rippling out of the sleeves, a clean-cut Kurt Ivermee makes quite the first impression.
“Would you...
Orphans mission: we need cash help
Jessica BentonA GEELONG community organisation is seeking financial help to rescue five orphans stuck in a war-torn African country.
Diversitat settlement grants program worker Antoinette...
Death sparks lifebuoys plea
Alex de VosVictoria’s peak recreational fishing body has urged Parks Victoria to install lifebuoys at Point Londsdale’s pier after a man drowned while trying...
Farmers’ pumps threaten species
Jessica BentonFARMERS pumping water from river basins are threatening endangered animals in the region, according to authorities.
Southern Rural Water field supervisor Angus Ramsay said...
Egg hunt to help hospital boost children’s services
Andrew MathiesonOrganisers of an Easter egg hunt hope to raise at least $14,000 for a humdicrib to transport sick babies around Geelong Hospital.
A...
Jobless surging to agencies
Andrew MathiesonGEELONG jobs agencies have reported a spike in clients as more workers fall victim to Australia’s struggling economy.
The agencies said they expected demand...
Green dream awaits surfers at carbon-offset Bells
Alex de VosThe world’s best surfers will compete in a green-tinged Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach next week, according to organisers.
Event manager Mark...
Mayor calls for ETS changes to save jobs
Andrew MathiesonGEELONG Mayor John Mitchell has joined calls for Federal Government to change its proposed carbon emissions trading scheme amid fears it could cost...
Sladen House for sale again
Jessica BentonIconic Newtown property Sladen House is back on the market nine months after it was sold to a failed interstate finance company.
And the...
Council’s precinct plan to cost $80m
Alex de VosSurf Coast Shire will spend up to $80 million on new offices and a controversial civic precinct at Torquay, according to a...
Heroin dealer bailer
Alex de VosAn alleged heroin dealer with an extensive criminal history has won bail in a Geelong court.
East Geelong’s Gregory Smith faces charges including...
Better access makes a splash
Beachgoers can wave hello to safer and easier access to beaches and coastal areas across Geelong and the Bellarine.
Five projects have received...
