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Botswana on the Bellarine

Geelong artist Robyn Pugh hopes to transport viewers to the grasslands of Botswana with her latest exhibition, African Lands. Officially opening today (Friday, October 11)...

Radio by the people, for the people

Community radio station 94.7 The Pulse is returning to community hands after nearly two decades. For 17 years the radio station’s licence has been held...

Support for Greens’ healthcare pledges

GPs have welcomed the Greens’ healthcare pledges from last week, although with some reservations. Adam Bandt announced a suite of primary care access policies, including...

Tennis back in full swing

Tennis is back to full capacity this week with Triples having started a new season on Thursday night, Women’s Doubles Monday night, Junior and...

Harbour snapper on the bite

The Geelong inner harbour this week still offered some great land-based action this week with some impressive snapper being reported. North Shore, St Helens,...

Lawson inks another year

Cats revelation Lawson Humphries has signed a one-year contract extension to tie him at the club until at least the end of 2026. Recruited from...

13th finishes second in surf comp

Local club 13th Beach finished runner-up at the Hyundai Australian Boardriders Battle regional qualifier for 2024. Victorian boardrider clubs flocked to Smiths Beach on...

Max wins first Carji

Max Holmes won his first Carji Greeves Medal, polling 164 votes with defender Zach Guthrie finishing runner-up (120) and Jeremy Cameron rounding out the...

Rain wreaks havoc on opening day

Only three Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association matches were played in all grades on Saturday due to rain. No games were played in A1 or A2...

Folk experience not to be missed

A local folk duo will be joined by Celtic multi-instrumentalist Rennie Pearson for an enchanting afternoon of lilting melodies and foot-tapping tunes in Fyansford...

Get excited for Eddy

With his fiery, agile harmonica playing and trademark booming vocals, Warrnambool’s Eddy Boyle has made a name for himself as a genuine blues performer. Boyle...

Aussie icon keeps rolling out the hits

Australian icon Daryl Braithwaite comes to Geelong Arts Centre (GAC) this month for a hit-filled show covering a back catalogue spanning 50 years. Braithwaite shot...

Get ready to dance the night away

The self-proclaimed “best dressed dance band” hit Geelong next weeknd as they tour their debut album. Melbourne seven-piece Gusto Gusto will bring the party vibes...

Dreamy sounds blend old and new

Not sure what neoclassical clarinet-based ambient electronic music sounds like? Not to worry, you can find out at Fyansford Paper Mill next weekend. Ruby Lulham...

Planet Rescue needs you

The Bellarine’s favourite original pantomime show is back with a brand new adventure in space. Theatre 3Triple2’s space adventure 321… Blast Off: The Next Mission...

Raising hands for gender parity

Geelong could have a more equal council as the largest number of female candidates put their hands up ahead of this year’s elections. ...

Greetings from Geelong Rainbow

Geelong Rainbow is a not-for-profit organisation committed to creating awareness, facilitating support, and enabling connection for the LGBTQIAP+ community. We strive to...

Women-only sessions at Norlane ARC

The City of Greater Geelong’s Swim, Sport and Leisure team will trial a ‘women only’ swimming and gym program. ‘Gym & Swim Sundays’ aims to...

Geelong businesswomen receive scholarships

Women from Greater Geelong and the Bellarine will be able to learn how to set up, establish and build sustainable businesses thanks to a...

Council begins inclusivity action plan process

Geelong council has taken the first step toward creating its first LGBTIQA+ Action Plan. The City of Greater Geelong began consultation this week on how...

Planting seeds of change through story

Uncle Glenn Shea is a proud Wathaurong/Ngarrindjeri man and an award-winning playwright. He spoke to Matt Hewson about how and why he wrote his...

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Botswana on the Bellarine

Geelong artist Robyn Pugh hopes to transport viewers to the grasslands of Botswana with her latest exhibition, African Lands. Officially opening today (Friday, October 11)...