News
-
Flood prevention in the works
It is far better to address problems before they arise, rather than deal with the fallout after the damage is done. When it comes to…
-
Local gallery’s efforts acknowledged
A local art gallery has been nominated for a 2023 Victorian Community Achievement Award for its contributions to the Ocean Grove and broader Bellarine community.…
-
School art show opens at the Hive
Young artists will be on display when the Hive Gallery hosts the 2023 Ocean Grove Primary School (OGPS) Art Show. The annual art show will…
-
From rocks to writing
Portarlington author and journalist Rick Wilkinson launched his new novel The Maw of the Beast last week. Matt Hewson caught up with him to discuss…
-
Surfside students learn while they bake
Surfside Primary School’s annual Threatened Species Bake Off is in full swing again, delivering delicious treats while engaging students with concepts of conservation of native…
-
Potential ban ruffles feathers
Geelong hunters will not be allowed to undertake recreational duck and quail shooting from next year if the state government approves calls for a complete…
-
The Gordon students win national medals
Three Geelong trade students have turned out medal-winning performances at the 2023 WorldSkills Australia National Championships. Representing The Gordon and Victoria, 20-year-old carpentry apprentice Trey…
-
Drysdale receives Orange Door
Thanks to a new Orange Door in Drysdale, the Barwon community now has access to wellbeing services closer to home. The Orange Door Network Access…
-
Grubbers primed for Ammos fight
It seems fitting that two Bellarine Netball League powerhouses will again contest this year’s A Grade grand final. Geelong Amateur and Ocean Grove are the…
-
Former chief leaves City Hall
A week after Kaarina Phyland stepped down as Geelong’s acting chief executive, the City of Greater Geelong (CoGG) has announced her departure from the organisation.…
-
Uniting Church holds referendum forum
The Ocean Grove Uniting Church has invited the community to attend an open forum on the Voice to Parliament referendum this Sunday. The church’s Forum…
-
Funding for safe storage
Queenscliff Lonsdale Yacht Club (QLYC) can safely move and store equipment better thanks to council funding. The Borough of Queenscliff awarded community grants to 12…