Forum to rethink relationship attitudes
By ALANA MITCHELSON
A raised awareness for domestic violence in recent times has meant there are more supports available for women, but often there are...
Study buddies have refugee kids feeling like the laptop of luxury
By ALANA MITCHELSON
A Corio church is calling for financial donations towards buying laptops for their weekly homework club that supports local refugee children.
Members of...
The fifth turkey
A Christmas Turkey will be a change of pace for Olga Useli and her family after winning one in the Indy’s popular competition.
"When I...
Wheelchair footy is kicking goals
By ALANA MITCHELSON
Jenny Macpherson could not wipe the smile off her face as she manoeuvred hers mobility device toward an oversized yellow balloon, striking...
Handbag gifts make a difference
By ALANA MITCHELSON
The Geelong Period Project is accepting handbags of goodies as Christmas gifts for local homeless women in need.
The initiative launched in September...
English Channel swim garners top award
By ALANA MITCHELSON
Earlier this year Savannah Gill challenged herself to swim across the English Channel, leading her to claim the esteemed Duke of Edinburgh...
Commissioners appointed to investigate Geelong council
Commissioners have been appointed by state government to investigate the City of Greater Geelong.
Minister for Local Government Natalie Hutchins today appointed an independent Commission...
110-plus jobs on the way to Leopold, says Bunnings
More than 110 new jobs will flow from a Bunnings Warehouse to open Leopold next year, the company has announced.
The $28 million Gateway Plaza...
Oil spill clean up invention by Deakin scientists
Deakin University scientists have manufactured a revolutionary material that can clean up environmental oil spills.
The materials could save the earth from disasters such as...
Sisters’ mystery disease baffles doctors, experts
By JOHN VAN KLAVEREN
An unknown genetic disease affecting the livers and kidneys of two Inverleigh sisters has baffled doctors worldwide.
Jenna and Jayda Conci have...
Forgotten workers’ transition struggle
By JOHN VAN KLAVEREN
They are Geelong’s forgotten workers who feel like they have fallen between the cracks.
While politicians trumpet multi-million dollar grants for Geelong...
Teens battle storm, rescue drowning boy
By ALANA MITCHELSON
A beach outing with friends after exams turned into a heartracing rescue mission for a group of 10 teenagers in Geelong this...
Why Reliable Air Conditioning is Essential
Summer can really get hot here in our land down under.
When stepping outside in the warmer months, it often feels like walking straight into an...
