Art of adaptation on show at gallery
Andrew MathiesonIN the art world of polite applause and kiss on both cheeks, Pam Farey lets her mouth do all the talking – and...
ABC seeks new frequency after Pulse rebuff
Jessica BentonAUstralian Broadcasting Corporation is looking for another frequency to begin broadcasting in Geelong after losing its bid to take over community station Pulse...
Call for new entry as visitors bypass the north
Jessica BentonA bird’s eye view of Geelong’s picturesque bay could greet visitors at a new main entry to the city, according to a councillor.
Stretch...
Basic instinct for overseas junkets
Jessica BentonA former council veteran has called for a return to “basics” as Geelong’s mayor prepares for another overseas trip.
Ian Stacey, who served on...
College closes ranks over deb paedophile controversy
Andrew MathiesonA PRESTIGIOUS Geelong private school has closed ranks against a furore over a convicted child paedophile attending a recent debutante ball.
A spokesperson...
Coast GP to lead Australian doctors’ fight aganist war
Jessica BentonA SURF COAST doctor is leading a call to abolish warfare around the world.
Long-serving Torquay GP Bill Williams was elected president of Australian...
Weather scuttles bid to sink ship
Jessica BentonA forecast of rough weather has scuttled plans to sink a warship off Barwon Heads this weekend.
Tourism Victoria said on its website that...
Riders in track win
Andrew MathiesonA last-minute funding injection from motorcycling’s national body has saved the region’s home of off-road riding.
Motorcycling Australia announced on Tuesday it would provide...
Hi-tech bid for bypass rogues
Jessica BentonVICROADS is compiling a list of “rogue” truckies to address complaints about noise from Geelong’s bypass, according to an MP.
Member for South Barwon...
Bitten by the research bug
Andrew MathiesonSCRUBBING the bottom of a shower recess for bacteria is the least of worries for two Deakin University researchers fighting antibiotic-resistant superbugs.
Fred Pfeffer...
Expert: benefits to end up bypassing peninsula towns
Jessica BentonThe benefits of Geelong’s new ring road are likely to bypass the Bellarine Peninsula, according to a State Government consultant.
SGS Economics and Plannings’...
New CEO reveals vision for his city
Jessica BentonGEELONG’S new City Hall boss has declared a vision centred on growth, development and “creating a vibrant place for living and enjoyment”.
Stephen Griffin...
A family affair
The Geelong Independent looks back on our best Friday features for 2025.
Father and daughter Tony Armstrong-Carrigg and Rachel Cumming make up two-ninths of...
