Footpath project delayed
Ocean Grove’s controversial Principal Pedestrian Network project has been delayed past its initial June 2026 completion date.
The PPN, which is partly paid for by...
Push ups for mental health
headspace Ocean Grove is encouraging locals to push for better mental health by participating in Australia’s largest mental health and fitness event next month.
Participants...
Creating a new future through resistance
A captivating and humorous new exhibition focused on women’s self-portraiture is now open at Platform Arts.
From guest curator and photographer Jody Haines, Refusal/Futurity explores...
Celebrating our local legends
Next week is National Volunteer Week (19–25 May), and here in Ocean Grove, it’s a great excuse to give a well-deserved shoutout to locals...
Price drops, but not quality
We’re all familiar with the old adage that ‘if something seems too good to be true then it probably is’.
Well, that’s not the...
From the Archives
17 years ago
May 16, 2008
Geelong's new councillor has hit back at an MP who publicly mauled him over his call in last week’s Independent...
Helping Bellarine’s tiny towns
Bellarine’s tiniest towns are becoming even better places to live, work, stay and play thanks to funding for community-building projects.
Three new Bellarine...
Belmont Probus celebrates 30 years
Combined Probus Club of Belmont marked a significant milestone with a celebratory lunch this week.
The club commemorated its 30 year anniversary at White Eagle...
Community calendar
Geelong Central Probus
Third Friday of the month, 9.45 am, Geelong RSL.
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Newcomb Probus
Third Wednesday of each month, 10am, East Geelong Uniting Church, cnr...
First flame robin ticked off
It’s been a very mild few weeks, with beautiful still, sunny days, and very little rain.
This is perfect weather for birdwatching, but not...
Volunteers thanked and celebrated
Next week is National Volunteer Week and City of Greater Geelong will celebrate the incredible volunteers who participate in City-run programs,
Running from 19-25 May,...
New school on track for 2026
Labor Member for Western Victoria Gayle Tierney visited Armstrong Creek’s new primary school this week, which will open its doors in 2026.
Accompanied by incoming...
Premier responds to protests
Premier Jacinta Allan has spoken out in support of the controversial Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF) levy following protests in Geelong.
Country...
