News
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Chief Petty Officer Peter Foote – Navy
Sailing and engineering have been a passion of Ocean Grove Vietnam veteran Peter Foote for over two decades of his life. The 76-year-old started his…
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Council receives centralised kinder registration funding
For the first time, families in the Geelong region will be able to access a scheme assisting families enrol their children in kindergarten. Victorian minister…
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Greater Geelong busiest in state
Greater Geelong was the busiest in the state for paramedics attending Code 1 cases from April to June, according to Ambulance Victoria (AV) response times.…
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Brigadier David Gilroy AM – Army
Retired Brigadier David Gilroy remembers the Vietnam War well. He did three tours and although Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War was controversial, for Mr…
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Guy holds free event
Guy Sebastian is returning to Geelong for a free community event this Wednesday. The Open Door Session will be held at Geelong Arts Centre’s The…
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Opening up a world of play
The Ocean Grove Toy Library’s new inclusive and accessible sessions are providing children and families living with disability better access to a world of play.…
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Focus on homelessness
Geelong mayor Stretch Kontelj has announced the re-establishment of a working group dedicated to tackling homelessness in our region. Timed to coincide with Homelessness Week…
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Grants applications open
Applications are now open for this year’s round of Community Grants and I can’t wait to see which inspired community members throw their hats into…
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Soon it will be spring
There’s been a hint of spring in the air with a few lovely sunny days over the past week. With only three rounds to go…
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GWM Cannon Ultra ute – what a blast
As the price of 4×4 sports utilities continue to climb, Great Wall’s Cannon ute is an attractive alternative. It’s not just a little cheaper but…
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From the Archives
8 years ago August 2 to 15, 2017 Organisers estimate the Light of Day Australia Winter Gigs raised in excess of $18,000. The Winter Gigs…
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Untether Nostalgia
A new exhibition showcasing sentimentality for the past and memories of a life gone by is now open in Geelong. Untether Gallery launched the free…