News
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Plenty for the Bellarine in 24-25 budget
Geelong council finalised its 2024-25 budget at its monthly meeting this week, incorporating a raft of changes in response to community feedback gathered since the…
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New hitmakers wanted
Sixteen young musicians will have the chance to learn from three of Australia’s most exciting songwriters and producers when the SongMakers workshop returns this July.…
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Planting for the future of wetlands
Sparrovale Wetlands has undergone a makeover, with new native plants and trees planted during a World Environment Day – Planting for Change event. Conservation Volunteers…
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QLF fundraising helping spread the good word
Nearly a month before it kicks off, the inaugural Queenscliff Literary Festival (QLF) Trivia Night fundraiser is already a huge success, with tickets all but…
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New committee sworn in for Lions
Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club has a new committee following the club’s handover dinner recently. District governor Les Cropley attended the function to induct…
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Bringing generations together
Young people and older clients with Bellarine Community Health (BCH) are being brought together following the successful expansion of an intergenerational program on the Bellarine.…
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Youth Council focus on vapes
The 2024 Geelong Youth Council presented its second report to the City this week, focusing on the growing trend of vape use among Geelong’s young…
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Driving marine safety in Queenscliff
Queenscliff’s Marine Search and Rescue (MSAR) Unit volunteers will receive a new vessel to protect the safety of its members and community. The vessel’s build…
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Promoting water safety in the Bellarine
Barwon Water and Bellarine Bayside have come together to continue saving water with the help of digital technology. The water-saving partnership deployed data logger technology…
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Best of the best
The pie that was judged best in Australia almost wasn’t entered into the 2024 Best Pie and Pastie Competition. Rolling Pin Pies & Cakes general…
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Getting kids on the move to school
Primary school students across the region will be walking, scooting and riding their bikes to school thanks to a program encouraging active travel. The state…
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Master chefs in the making
Surfside Primary School held its annual masterchef day for its Year 6 students with some delicious dishes being prepared and served. Louisa Jones was there…














