Reducing the cost of occupational aggression
City of Greater Geelong (CoGG) has launched a new campaign to combat the rising tide of aggression and violence toward workers and promote respect...
All eyes on the prize
The Archibald Prize has taken up residence at Geelong Gallery, attracting visitors from far and wide to witness the best portraiture works in Australia...
Fingers crossed for cygnet nest
I’ve had a few small outings, in between rain showers, over the past few weeks.
I have been watching the black swan sitting on...
More hatch than crossover
It’s been more than 18 months since we first drove the Kia EV6.
Not much has changed since then, although it will soon get...
From the archives
18 years ago
September 7, 2007
Angry northern suburbs residents have claimed a $1 million taxpayer upgrade of Norlane Neighbourhood House has robbed them of community...
Winch playground now open
Kids young and old in Winchelsea can run and play to their hearts’ content with an ultimate adventure playground now open.
The Barwon...
Community calendar
Exhibition
Embroiders Guild of Victoria, Geelong branch, The Art of the Needle, traditional to contemporary textile art. Geelong West Town Hall, Saturday 13 and...
Ask RUOK? any day
The Geelong and Bellarine communities are being asked to check in with friends, family and colleagues ahead of RUOK? Day.
The National...
Aimee takes the fight to parliament
A Geelong woman has taken the fight for free breast cancer diagnostic tests to Canberra to share her story with members of parliament (MPs)....
Support program turning lives around
Less than a year ago, Portarlington single mum Bridgette was doing it tough.
A first time mother, Bridgette was fiercely dedicated to her daughter Mabel...
One of Geelong’s local heroes
Former radio personality Roxie Bennett gives her time and energy to support a range of community organisations, in particular Barwon Health Foundation. She spoke...
Share in the beauty of Ethiopia
Geelong’s first ever Ethiopian New Year Festival will take place this September, showcasing Ethiopia’s diverse and distinctive culture.
The event will feature traditional song and...


















