From the Archives
16 years ago
March 13, 2009
A “significant” rise in crime has prompted police to launch a series of operations around Geelong, the city’s top cop...
Community calendar
Ballroom dance
Leopold Hall, Leopold Hall, 805-809 Bellarine Hwy, Saturday March 15, 7.30pm-11pm, $10 includes supper, music Ben.
■ 0400-500 402
Chess clubs
Ocean Grove, Tuesdays at...
Helping those who need it most
Geelong’s biggest local charity fundraiser is about to kick off for another year.
Community foundation Give Where You Live’s Give Geelong Appeal begins today, running...
‘Significant’ aqueduct to be dismantled
A century-old Geelong icon of engineering will soon cease to exist after extensive investigations into its conservation concluded its collapse was unavoidable.
The Barwon River...
Cats tour house of hope
A spectacular two-storey home at Mount Duneed will go to a no-reserve auction to raise money for the Royal Children’s Hospital Appeal.
The auction is...
She Matters in Geelong
A rally will be held in Geelong this Saturday to remember and raise awareness of women and children killed during acts of violence. ...
Regatta to bring thousands
Thousands of girls will row the Barwon River this weekend for the return of the Head of Schoolgirls' (HoSG) Regatta.
Bob Morrell Reserve...
Urgent care proposed for Torquay
A new Medicare Urgent Care Clinic will open in Torquay if Labor is re-elected at the next federal election.
Minister for Health...
Sport centre builder announced
The Victorian government announced this week the head contractor for the region’s newest sporting facility.
Minister for Community Sport Ros Spence announced on Monday that...
Looking back on 50 years
Deakin University is celebrating five decades of education, research and community engagement with new exhibitions coming to Geelong and Waurn Ponds.
Deakin’s...
Apple Fair celebrates 27th year
The apple of Ocean Grove Primary School’s eye is back for another year, bringing fruit-themed entertainment and food to the community.
The Apple...
Boat-load of fun for Geelong
Boating enthusiasts, thrill seekers, and people who love the marine lifestyle can enjoy a new boat event along Geelong’s waterfront this weekend.
Boating...
Labor matches funding for Devlins Road
Labor announced this week it would match the Liberal Party’s $5 million commitment to a major sports infrastructure project in Ocean Grove.
Member for Corangamite...
