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Local youth continue to impress
The challenges the global pandemic has presented in the past two-and-half-years have been profound. Regardless of a person’s age or social standing, all of us…
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A story of triumph over darkness
The conversation around domestic violence and abuse has been steadily gaining momentum over the past decades, and depictions in popular media have reflected the tragedy…
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Geelong marches for Homelessness Week
Organisers for Geelong Housing Action Group’s (GHAG) rally and march for Homelessness Week 2022 hope to atrract a large crowd in Geelong’s CBD. The rally,…
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Orchestra presents second concert for the year
Orchestra Geelong has announced its Concert Two for 2022, ‘A Sweet Serenade’. Arranged by conductor Janice Wilding the show includes a range of pieces from…
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Three finalists announced
The finalists for the 2022 Westfield Local Heroes community recognition and grants program have been announced. Now in its fifth year, the program has selected…
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Weeding away a pest
A breezy, showery day was not enough to deter a dozen hardy weed pullers. The group removed nine large bags of Euphorbia terracina from the…
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Coker slams bank closure
Federal Member for Corangamite Libby Coker has called on the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) to reconsider closing its Drysdale branch, slamming the decision as…
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Two more EV ports for Geelong
The City of Greater Geelong has secured a grant to install new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at two of its depots. Two dual port…
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New MPU for Geelong
Geelong will receive a new Mobile Policing Unit (MPU) that police say will be integral in helping police tackle crime hotspots, manage critical incidents, and…
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Race secured until 2025
The Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race will remain in Geelong and on the Surf Coast for at least the next three years. Minister for…
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Arts Trail turns 10
Local printmakers, glass, ceramic, textile and watercolour artists are excited to showcase their talents at this weekend’s Surf Coast Arts Trail. Anglesea Art House will…
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Big shoes to fill
Alison Marchant will contest November’s state election after being preselected as Labor’s replacement for the retiring Lisa Neville. Ms Marchant is a Leopold resident and…