Tag: News
Timely land release for Geelong
Premier John Brumby announced State Government was “releasing land” at Geelong’s Armstrong Creek this week - one day before the release of figures showing...
Basic plan in creek pipeline
Jessica BentonBARWON Water has developed a plan to supply “basic” services to Geelong’s Armstrong Creek growth area.
But the authority said its business case did...
Three face court over bikie murder charges
Alex de VosPolice yesterday charged two brothers with the murder of Torquay Bandidos bikie gang member Ross Brand.
Ocean Grove’s John Bedson, 25, and Highton’s...
Child care: ABC’s four in doubt
Jessica BentonHUNDREDS of families could be left without child care after receivers named four Geelong ABC Learning Centres at risk of closing.
Receiver McGrathNicol said...
Last blast for shooters
Kim WatersGeelong Gun Club will mark the end of 100 years at its Limeburner’s Point home this weekend after losing a seven-year battle with...
Skate fight ignored
Jessica BentonA community group has accused Geelong’s council of losing interest in their fight for a controversial skate park at Barwon Heads.
Barwon Heads Skate...
Shire to review new office plan
Alex de VosSurf Coast Shire is reviewing plans for a controversial new 20-hectare civic precinct at Torquay amid concerns it could lead council into...
My healing hands
Andrew MathiesonTHE hands of a Geelong fitter and turner have made their way to the finest athletes in the world.
For Stuart Hinds, casting...
Pool enclosure, rates relief in federal grants pipeline Councils welcome cash boost
Andrew MathiesonGeelong’s council should use a funding windfall to cover Kardina Pool, according to a councillor.
Federal Government this week announced $2.6 million for City...
Avalon set to launch new international bid
Andrew MathiesonAvalon Airport hopes to lodge a second application for an international terminal before the end of the year, according to general manager Tim...
Cats back on track and just about over grand final
Andrew MathiesonGEELONG officially launched its 2009 AFL season in every way imaginable yesterday.
The players were back in training, looking fresh and kitted out in...
Wealthy make golf estate Toorak by the Sea
Jessica BentonMELBOURNE’S wealthy are turning Barwon Heads into a “rich precinct”, according to one of Victoria’s leading demographics experts.
KPMG’s Bernard Salt said the town’s...
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...
