It’s all happening at the Potato Shed

It really is!

Why Abbie Chatfield is the feminist hero no one wanted, but everyone needs

This Hot Mess on Abbie Chatfield

Dylan Moran brings his deadpan, witty and crackpot lyricism to Geelong

Legendary Irish comedian Dylan Moran is bringing his brand-new show Dr. Cosmos to Geelong this month, offering audiences his unique take on love, politics, misery and the everyday absurdities of life, all served with poetical panache from one of the finest comedians of his generation.

Turning our Nation’s history on its head.

“If there is one ticket you buy this year, this is it.”

Spirit of the Dance is coming to Australia in 2020

Complete with brilliant lighting, dazzling costumes and exciting choreography, Spirit of the Dance promises to leave audiences chanting for more.

The One Day Sale Frenzy returns to Geelong

It’s time to break out the sensible shoes and loosen your purse strings; the annual Sidewalk Sales (aka Geelong’s largest sale day) is back for another year.

From Broadway to Ballroom via the Potato Shed

Opera and ballroom collide on Sunday 27 October as part of the Victorian Geelong Seniors Festival at the Potato Shed in From Broadway to Ballroom.

Real Estate that rocks: Up close with Kieron Hunter from Barry Plant

Specialising in real estate for sale, Kieron Hunter (a licensed Estate Agent & Auctioneer) is our number one choice when we’re thinking about real estate that rocks! We sit down with Kieron to discuss his journey from the local music scene to becoming the King of Highton.

A moment with Kat & Fox

Kat and Fox is the baby of mumpreneur and design educator Katharine Rattray who has a passion for everything colourful, bright and unique, and creates magical wondrous worlds through visual storytelling to escape to.

Colac Otway will be brightly glowing with creativity with the return of the Arts Trail spectacular

Within the arts trail, you’ll find up to 60 artists, 36 studios, a number of galleries and even some stunning displays to visit in towns spanning Apollo bay, Barongarook, Beech Forrest, Beeac, and Birregurra, to areas like Camperdown, Colac, Cororooke, Deans Marsh, Forrest, Gellibrand, Lavers Hill and Warncourt.

Three years on and The Lost Lands continue to ignite the festival lover in everyone

From humble beginnings in 2016, to now celebrating their third year this November, the Lost Lands has become one of Australia’s leading festival for families, enabling people of all ages to share a wild and wonderful experience with each other, and engage positively with the best in music, art, installations, entertainment, food, and wine.

This Hot Mess: We’ve Launched!

This Hot Mess shares bombs of truth and wisdom from the launch.

Bendigo Comedy Festival is not to be missed

Following sold out shows in 2018, the Bendigo Comedy Festival returns in 2019, with plenty of laughs coming your way over the next few days.

Frenchy turns it up for Ballarat

Frenchy is back with his brand new and most outrageous show yet – Turn It Up.

Western United FC have joined at the A-League, bringing home games to Geelong and Ballarat

Be a part of history by attending the first home game, Saturday the 19th of October against last seasons premiers, Perth Glory, at GMHBA stadium.

URBNSURF Melbourne is finally ready for waves

With 1000 perfect waves rolling through every hour and conditions adaptable at the push of a button, there are waves for everyone.

Last chance to apply for the Contemporary Music Touring Program

Supporting national touring activity undertaken by Australian musicians performing original contemporary music.

The Greatest Team of All—treasures from the Bob Gartland Collection

Showcasing the rare, treasured objects and images, from membership tickets and cards, and players’ garments, to premiership medals, a number of 19th and 20th century photography, film and sound recordings, and possibly the first whistle used on an Australian football ground, the collection tell the stories of the Club, and of the lives and careers of its players and supporters.

These are the regional businesses to go to when you need…

Brows, threads, tattoos – you name it, this region’s got it.

Alex Hecker’s Top Tips For Healthy Glowing Skin

With summer just around the corner, here are some of my top tips to get your skin prepped and protected so that you can step out in confidence with a healthy, beautiful glow all summer long!

Tim Ferguson Is Coming To Ballarat & Bendigo

A Fast Life on Wheels…

Spring racing is back with the Blue Pyrenees Estate Avoca Cup

Set in the stunning Pyrenees wine region, Avoca Cup Day offers the perfect opportunity for a weekend getaway.

Harry Potter and The Cursed Child is the theatre event of the year

All aboard the Hogwarts Express.

My Brilliant Divorce to take on the Potato Shed

Written by Geraldine Aron, My Brilliant Divorce is the radiantly witty and warm personal account of Angela, dumped by her husband for a younger model.

 

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