Terrorism ‘bollart’ lesson for mall, says researcher
By Mandy Oakham
A “people power” make-over could be a simple and cheap solution to Geelong’s inner-city image problem, according to a Deakin University researcher.
Matt...
Mum is ‘last resort’
An Ocean Grove mum’s own mother will be her “last resort” without a better blood marrow donor materialising before cancer treatment next month. ...
Double Take
The Dandenong Ranges might have a cross-bay challenger for the novelty of its Great Train Race, pitting runners against steam engine Puffing Billy each...
Q fever ‘outbreak’ tests experts’ patience
A Q fever expert has rejected reports of an “outbreak” in Geelong.
Twenty-five council workers who tested positive for Q fever antibodies could have had...
Building boost for affordable living
By Mandy Oakham
A $43.5 million housing project has officially opened in a welcome boost to northern Geelong’s shortage of affordable homes.
Baptcare’s Norlane Integrated Community...
Celebrations let rip
One of the Surf Coast’s biggest employers, Rip Curl, hosted its inaugural Excellence Awards Gala on Wednesday night.
The evening was dedicated to honouring the...
Projects to bring city to life
A series of works are underway to transform central Geelong to attract more people to live and work centrally and increase vibrancy and creativity...
Fabulous future ahead
By Mandy Oakham
Everybody’s favourite Geelong grandfather Frank Costa has looked into his crystal ball and said the city’s future looks bright.
Mr Costa has identified...
Digging in for new agency
Work has officially begun on a $120 million building to accommodate hundreds more public servants in central Geelong.
Federal Social Services Minister Christian Porter turned...
Dumping plagues coastal parks
Illegal dumping in forests and parks has left authorities with a $10,000 clean-up bill on the Surf Coast.
Construction waste, old cars and mattresses were...
Signs of the times
Ask Hanlon Industries general manager Teresa Hanlon what makes Geelong such a great place, and it’s obvious right from the start.
“People in Geelong are...
Funding boost for Barwon Health
Barwon Health funding will increase almost four times the rate of inflation this financial year to meet rising demand, State Government has announced.
Barwon Health...
Dinos beat Sharks by five wickets
Newcomb & District enjoyed a five-wicket win against Manifold Heights in Geelong Cricket Association Division 4 on Saturday and Independent photographer Ivan Kemp was...
