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Pool to reopen after safety changes
Changes to Eastern Beach safety measures mean the popular children’s pool will be open all year. After being reclassified as a pool rather than an…
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Discover the beating heart of Bellarine arts
The vibrancy of the region’s arts scene is on display this Melbourne Cup weekend when the Bellarine Arts Trail returns. The free event, running from…
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Out and about at the Geelong Show
The Royal Geelong Show hit town from Thursday to Sunday and Voice photographer Ivan Kemp joined in on the fun at Geelong Showgrounds on Saturday.
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Get involved at The Nest
Young people can have an impact on how Geelong’s newest youth hangout The Nest operates as part of the Youth Hub Reference Group. Applications are…
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Janice a local hero
A Geelong woman has been recognised with a national award for more than three decades of providing meals to people in need. Janice McGowan has…
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Swooping magpies cause havoc
There have been a few beautiful sunny spring days over the past few weeks, mixed with a few cool, windy days. The strong winds are…
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Built for the bush, tarted up for town
If you look carefully, you can just make out the Toyota Prado that lurks under the skin of the Lexus GX 550. It’s more evident…
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From the archives
9 years ago October 12 to 25, 2016 Crime in Ocean Grove increased by 9.2 per cent during the last financial year. Crime figures across…
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Neighbourhood house reopens
This week has brought welcome news for our community, with Ocean Grove Neighbourhood House reopening its doors after a period of uncertainty. The centre on…
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Sport
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Bans handed out for junior footy altercation
AFL Barwon has handed down match suspensions, reprimands and bans after an investigation into a brawl at a junior footy match in July that was…
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Magpies, Seagulls still unbeaten
North Geelong defeated Lara at Osborne Park and Barwon Heads knocked off Barrabool at Ceres on Saturday and Independent photographer Ivan Kemp was there to…
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Premiership Cat not offered new contract
Premiership Cat and dual Carji Greeves Medallist Cam Guthrie has not been offered a contract for next season, ending a 240-game career after being selected…
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Two in a row for Ocean Grove
An important 62 from captain Fletcher Long and four-wicket hauls to Connor Weidemann and Campbell Snookes were the key reasons behind Ocean Grove’s second straight…
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Seagulls stay on top
Barwon Heads remained undefeated after beating Barrabool in round 3 of Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association on Saturday thanks to another fine all-round team performance. The…
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Hat-trick for Alex
Barwon Heads left-armer Alex Quirk took a stunning hat-trick in his side’s Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association C Grade game against Anglesea on Saturday, prompting an…
Entertainment
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Guitar maestro comes home
Jeff Lang is one of Australia’s premier guitarists and songwriters, with multiple ARIAs, a back catalogue of more than 20 live and studio recordings and…
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Pushing the boundaries of hip-hop
Australian rapper Illy is a genuine hip-hop superstar, with multiple ARIA awards and number one albums in a career spanning nearly two decades. But artistically,…
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Time to go country
Boots will be scootin’ when the region’s newest country sensation hits the stage next weekend. Five-piece band Chadley’s Silver Spurs will bring the hoedown party…
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Tiger-ific show back for second year
Primary school kids and preschoolers are in for a treat when singing, dancing tiger Pevan and his exuberant sidekick Sarah return to Geelong Arts Centre…
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Dracorex bring the party
Melbourne rockers Dracorex will hit the ground running when they take the stage this Saturday night for their debut Geelong gig. Headlining on October 3…
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Stories and songs with a blues legend
One of Australia’s finest ever blues exponents comes to Geelong this week for a special, intimate show. Hailed as one of the world’s best fingerpicking…
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One year of Respect 2040
A Barwon South West partnership to stop violence against women is celebrating its first anniversary of strong advocacy and significant growth. The Respect 2040 partnership…
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A voice for reconcilliation
A vibrant community event to celebrate National Reconciliation Week 2025 will be held at Queenscliff next week. Reconciliation Queenscliffe will stage Voices for Reconciliation at…
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Easier access to healthcare
Women and gender-diverse people within Barwon South West can share their experiences accessing healthcare to better understand and address barriers in the region. Women’s Health…
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Pride Film Fest launches
Geelong’s biggest film festival has launched its 2025 program this week in a celebration of film excellence, diversity and representation. With more than 10 feature…
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Gendered violence: enough is enough
The Geelong community will rally next weekend to say no to violence against women following the killing of Kara Jade Weribone in Toowoomba last week.…
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IWD events across the Surf Coast
Events will occur across the Surf Coast this month in recognition of International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8. Surf Coast Shire Council will host…
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Community calendar
Portarlington Neighbourhood House Garden trail, Sunday 2 November, 10am-4pm, 15 private gardens open for inspection, $10, kids free. ■ Facebook – Portarlington Garden Trail 2025…
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A heartfelt reunion
There were plenty of hugs at Barwon Heads Soccer Club this morning as Jon Phillips met with the paramedics and bystanders who saved his life.…
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Regeneration and restoration on show
Two spectacular private gardens will be on display in Drysdale as part of Open Gardens Victoria’s 10th anniversary spring season. Graceburn and Red Gums will…
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Ocean Grove goes international
Ocean Grove will host the World Bowls Indoor Championships, with regional and international competitors descending upon the region next year. Competitors from more than 30…
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Summer Down Under for Tabby
A young English cricketer has embarked on an exciting journey to Anglesea this summer and the season began in fine style in the opening round.…
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Fire warning issued
Emergency services have given Greater Geelong and Bellarine community members a warning following recent fires across the region, with some being treated as suspicious. Victoria…
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