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Sliders ready to take the plunge
Geelong’s Big Freeze is only a week away. Inspired by Neale Daniher’s MCG Big Freeze, the Geelong version raised more than $140,000 for Motor Neurone…
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Reconciliation returns to Johnstone Park
Reconciliation is returning to Geelong’s Johnstone Park for a day of community and reflection with First Nations music, food and activities. Reconciliation in the Park…
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Geelong leaders unenthusiastic about budget
The chief executives of Committee for Geelong, Geelong Chamber of Commerce and Geelong Region Alliance (G21) shared their thoughts about treasurer Jaclyn Symes’ budget this…
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Paws for a cause
Hundreds of wagging tails will take over Geelong’s Eastern Park Ovals for one last lap to raise money to help end animal cruelty. RSPCA will…
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Children’s Week grants open
Community organisations, charities and schools can now apply for grants to get involved with this year’s Children’s Week. The City of Greater Geelong has invited…
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Suppot for SES volunteers
Geelong and the Bellarine wore orange on Wednesday to support emergency service volunteers who give up their time to help their communities. State Emergency Service’s…
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Barwon Coast thanks volunteers
As part of National Volunteer Week, Barwon Coast hosted a celebration on May 20, to recognise the outstanding contributions of local volunteers. The annual event…
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Three cheers for volunteers
Bellarine Community Health (BCH) is celebrating its volunteers during National Volunteer Week. Whether it’s driving clients around the Bellarine to activities or for shopping, assisting…
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Budget dollars revealed
Today’s state budget delivered $11.2 million to Belmont High School for upgrades. Premier Jacinta Allan delivered her first budget with the local school to receive…
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Firefighters protest emergency levy
Emergency service volunteers and their vehicles have swarmed Geelong’s streets to oppose the new Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF) levy. Hundreds of Country Fire…
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Signs of change
Torquay is getting new signs to make it easier for people to navigate around the town and identify key destinations. Sixty signs will be placed…
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GAWS program promotes responsible pet ownership
The Geelong Animal Welfare Society (GAWS) is offering free desexing and microchipping for cats to eligible owners. With the support of Animal Welfare Victoria, GAWS’…