News
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Car ignites causing traffic delays
A car fire wreaked havoc on holiday traffic near Barwon Heads bridge on Sunday. The vehicle ignited about 6pm and forced the closure of the…
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Mussel Festival delights large crowd
Voice photographer Ivan Kemp went to Portarlington Mussel Festival on Saturday 10 January to capture these images.
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Floating tree disappears
Geelong’s floating Christmas tree has been packed up for another year. The 25-metre tall tree at Steampacket Quay was disassembled and towed away on Thursday…
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Satin bowerbirds in the Otways
Every time I take my camera outside for a look at birds I get attacked by mosquitos, despite the application of insecticides. The mozzies are…
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It’s all happening
We are spoiled for choice when it comes to cultural and community events taking place across the Bellarine these school holidays. If you’re looking for…
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Top shelf but lots of competition
Gosh it seems like a long time since the Australian launch of the Polestar 2 EV. It was fresh, it was entirely new and it…
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From the archives
10 years ago 6 to 19 January, 2016 Barwon Heads resident Sally Smith is searching for five heroic beach-goers, who she says saved her life…
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Community calendar
Bellarine Historical Society Open to the public. Discover the area’s past. Every Sunday until end December, 10.30am-12.30pm, Courthouse Museum, 11 High St, Drysdale. ■ bellarinehistory.org…
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Beach cricket at summertime
Harvey, Violet, Maisie and Lenny are pictured playing some beach cricket at Ocean Grove main beach on a lovely Tuesday 6 January before the mercury…
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Mussels back on the menu
The region’s favourite culinary-themed festival is back this weekend, drawing thousands of foodies to the region for a celebration of seafood and community. The Portarlington…
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A voice for queer youth
Imogen O’Shannessy has packed a lot into her 18 years including being nominated as a finalist in the 7NEWS Young Achiever Awards. Justin Flynn speaks…
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Lifesaver receives national award
A local lifesaver has had their years of dedication and service recognised by the nation’s peak body. Surf Life Saving Australia awarded the National Medal…














