Tag: News
Road safety upgrades for the Bellarine
The Bellarine Highway will be safer for road users thanks to safety upgrades set to take place thanks to the state and federal governments....
Honda’s best ever Accord?
Few vehicles can match the Honda Accord for longevity.
On the road in Australia since 1977, the award-winning sedan, now in its 11th generation,...
From the Archives
15 years ago
July 31, 2009
A Geelong shopping centre is targeting the city’s “mall rats” for anti-social behaviour.
Westfield Geelong security guards are handing out warning...
Donations needed for new Vinnies store
As both the winter chill and the ever-rising cost of living continue to bite, St Vincent de Paul Society Victoria (SVDPV) is poised to...
Getting into the Olympic spirit
Geelong’s littlest athletes have gotten into the Olympic spirit this week with sports activities, crafts and games.
Kids World/Story House Early...
Art for mental health
Geelong artist Stephanie Venosta’s exhibition will be open at the Sequel Gallery from August 2. She speaks with Jena Carr about the inspiration behind...
PORT visits Geelong schools
Victoria Police’s Public Order Response Team (PORT) are visiting schools across the Geelong area to help bridge the gap between police and the community....
Aspiring barbers get to work
Barber students at The Gordon TAFE got the chance to try out their new skills on members of the public this week.
Barbering teacher Ben...
Man arrested as part of Geelong fraud investigation
Financial Crime Squad detectives today arrested a 57-year-old Newtown man as part of their investigation into reports of suspected fraudulent activity linked to Geelong...
A circular economy for the Surf Coast
Surf Coast Shire Council is helping avoid waste, increase resource recovery and regenerate nature through its new Circular Economy Action Plan 2024-2027 (CEAP). ...
Helping renters know their energy rights
A community organisation is hosting a workshop to help renters know their rights regarding heating, cooling and energy efficiency.
Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) Community Geelong...
Homelessness increases as costs rise
The number of people experiencing homelessness in the Geelong region are increasing at the cost-of-living crisis enters its third year, according to new data....
Building connections through play
An intergenerational playgroup is creating important connections by bringing together locals young and old in Torquay.
The playgroup, which sees older people spend time with...
