Tag: News
Parklets adopted into Local Law
Hospitality businesses across the Surf Coast can express interest in applying for a parklet, transforming kerbside parking into community spaces.
The outdoor dining...
Yellow for inclusion
Football and netball clubs across the Geelong and Barwon region will wear yellow socks and ribbons while participating in a special inclusion match. ...
Geelong West wins state championship
A local brass band took out top honours at the Victorian Bands’ League 2024 State Band Championships in Melbourne last weekend.
Geelong West Brass Band...
New study for Buruli ulcer
A new Barwon Health clinical trial aims to help reduce significant physical and psychological illnesses caused by the Buruli ulcer.
The Barwon...
Sensory garden takes shape
The draft designs for a new all-abilities sensory garden at Serendip Sanctuary have been revealed.
The sensory garden is part of an $11 million investment...
Joining forces to combat violence
Newtown & Chilwell and Grovedale Football Netball Clubs along with AFL Barwon and Sexual Assault and Family Violence (SAFV) Centre aim to raise awareness...
New Golden Plains CEO announced
Golden Plains Shire has announced its next chief executive officer.
Shane Walden will take over as the shire’s chief on Monday, September 2, succeeding Eric...
Geelong’s newest library officially open
The new Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library was officially opened last week.
Geelong mayor Trent Sullivan officiated over proceedings, which began with a Welcome to Country...
Man charged following Geelong incident
A 29-year-old St Albans Park has been charged following an alleged police ramming and attempted carjacking in Geelong on Tuesday July 30.
It is alleged...
Out and about at Anakie
Independent photographer Ivan Kemp braved the chill on Saturday July 27 to take these photos at the Anakie vs Belmont Lions footy game at...
Glasses for Newcomb kids
Newcomb Primary School students have a clearer future as the Glasses for Kids program rolls out nationwide.
In partnership with the state...
New kinder for Armstrong Creek
Armstrong Creek will have a new kinder in less than two years, helping busy families ditch the double-drop-offs between primary schools and kinders. ...
From the Archives
16 years ago
July 10, 2009
Residents and local politicians fear the “Leopold pong” emitting from Lake Connewarre could have a huge impact on the natural...
