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Out and about
Bellarine Vintage Machinery Group held a rally in Portarlington on Sunday and Independent photographer Ivan Kemp was there to see what everyone was up to.
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Hyundai moves people with aplomb
Hyundai Palisade is a large Korean-built SUV, or people mover to use the older definition for a vehicle in this class. It has received major…
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Last hurrah for Deakin artists
Deakin will hold its last ever graduate exhibition, Zenith this October in conjunction with Sky’s the Limit, an exhibition featuring the works of Deakin alumni.…
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The greatest team of all
If ever there was an event that symbolised the recovery of our city in the post-COVIDd world, then this season’s grand final was it. During…
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Festival takes music to sacred places
Geelong’s annual Windfire Festival returns this October, featuring performances of sacred and other works at a range of diverse venues including the Basilica of St…
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Economy boosted by major events
Greater Geelong’s economy was boosted to the tune of $24.8million by hosting 13 major events in 2021-22 according to the City of Greater Geelong. Council…
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Motorists urged to be patient
Road users across Greater Geelong are being asked to be patient next weekend as Australia’s biggest bike ride takes place. More than 10,000 cyclists will…
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Blokes helping other blokes
Troy Koerntjes was in an abusive relationship, lost his job, spiralled into deep depression and was told he would never work or ride a motorcycle…
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Run for our reefs
Did you know that Greater Geelong has many reefs in its surrounding waters? And just like the coral reefs all around the world, they are…
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Bunnies the perfect pets
In the wake of International Rabbit Day on Saturday, September 24, the Geelong Animal Welfare Society (GAWS) wants to enlighten the public on what excellent…
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Emergency drill for Bellarine waters
A large-scale maritime emergency drill will take place on the Bellarine Peninsula next week. The Victorian Department of Transport (DoT) and the Australian Maritime Safety…
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Captain courageous bows out in style
Geelong champion Joel Selwood has retired, ending his decorated AFL career on the high of a fourth premiership. The explosion of emotion from Geelong players…