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‘Climate’ strands supermarket bid

By Michelle HerbisonA TOUGH “economic climate” has delayed plans for a large supermarket in Portarlington, according to its developer. Goldstrike Developments’ Andrew Liddell said...

Developers ‘seek new Creek talks’

By Cherie DonnellanDEVELOPERS want to build “much-needed community facilities” in Torquay’s Spring Creek, according to their spokesperson. Redstick Strategic Communi-cations’ Tony White said the “landowners”...

FINALLY FRIDAY: Our coastal Era

Locals: The Vasco Era returns to Apollo Bay this month.By Cherie DonnellanPLAYING the 20th anniversary of Apollo Bay Music Festival is a “homecoming” for...

JOIN THE CLUB: Guild adds to fabric of lives

In a spin: Kaye Cooper demonstrates her spinning skills.By John Van KlaverenGEELONG Handweavers and Spinners Guild could have no more appropriate street in which...

‘Toxic MP’ in NBN shortfall

By Cherie DonnellanLABOR MP Darren Cheeseman’s “reckless politicking” has cost thousands of Geelong households a place in Australia’s broadband rollout, according to a Liberal...

Visitors discover romance of global road

Long riders: Karen and Kevin Browne with their specially prepared Moto Guzzi.By John Van KlaverenHITTING the open road on a rebuilt 1979 Moto Guzzi...

Geelong eyes new residents, shoppers: City looking west

By John Van KlaverenGEELONG will target Mel-bourne’s west for population and economic growth over the next 40 years, according to new draft plans. G21 Alliance’s...

Young buskers raise hospital funds

Busking: Queenscliff’s Grace, 7, and Mitch, 17, prepare to help raise money for Royal Children’s Hospital at this weekend’s Kids Busking for Kids festival....

Geo firm bids for new funds

By Cherie DonnellanA COMPANY is trying to regain federal funding for a geothermal energy project southwest of Geelong, according to its managing director. Greenearth Energy’s...

VEC backflips on Surf Coast review: ‘Introduce wards’

By Cherie DonnellanSURF Coast Shire should be divided into wards, according to Victorian Electoral Com-mission. The commission recommended wards to State Government this week despite...

Parents’ ‘lost rights’ puts our kids at risk

No help: Ms L is battling to save her daughter from ice addiction.By Michelle HerbisonADOLESCENTS are falling foul of the law because parents have...

Bells bash: Tahiti’s Michel Bourez completes his ride in the Bells Beach shore break during the Rip Curl Pro on Wednesday. Competitors have enjoyed...

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Christian singles Saturday May 18 – La Porchetta, 29 Malop Street, Geelong. Table for 30s & 40s, table for 50s and over. Book by...