Don’t let your campfire become a bushfire this Summer
Fire authorities and public land managers have called on anyone camping in Victorian parks, reserves and forests this summer to check the conditions and...
Chloe’s F.A.S.T. journey
The Geelong Independent looks back on our best Friday features for 2025.
Torquay’s Chloe Farrugia suffered two strokes in 2014. She speaks with...
Impressive SUV alternative
Although Korean carmaker SsangYong has been in the Australian market for the past 20 years it has never been able to get close to...
From the archives
17 years ago
19 December, 2008
A Corio man who was shot in the back while allegedly attempting a robbery with a Buzz Lightyear toy gun...
One of Geelong’s local heroes
The Geelong Independent looks back on our best Friday features for 2025.
Former radio personality Roxie Bennett gives her time and energy to...
Be aware of fire danger before travelling
Many of the places Victorians love to enjoy on their summer holidays are in a heightened fire risk area so before hitting the roads...
Seven tips to surviving the Boxing Day sales
One sleep after Christmas comes the years ultimate shopping event - the boxing day sales.
Often the busiest shopping day in the year, it...
Creamy eggnog to put you in the festive mood
Eggnog is a creamy, rich beverage traditionally enjoyed during the holiday season. Its origins are thought to date back to medieval Europe, where people...
Christmas classics for the festive season
The holiday season is upon us and it's the time for many traditions, including binge watching the same old Christmas films we all know...
Afla adds class to hybrid
The first thing you notice about the Alfa Romeo Junior is the absence of chrome brightwork. That’s not to say the new small car...
Call to include pets in bushfire plans
RSPCA Victoria and CFA are calling on Victorians to include pets in their bushfire survival plans, as Victoria faces an increased risk of fires...
Honouring everyone who served
The Geelong Independent looks back on our best Friday features for 2025.
Australian forces joined the fight during the Vietnam War over six...
Year in review – October
Local police conducted Operation Plymouth in Geelong’s CBD throughout the school holidays, making 42 arrests for theft and 14 arrests for other offences including...
