Geelong laneway bar Medusa is hosting a vinyl market in June 

After a successful inaugural event, Medusa Bar is bringing back its vinyl market for a second run.  Brought to you…

Love Story: A Gathering of Celebrants is the new love-fuelled event coming to Geelong

At the heart of any wedding, whether it be in the surrounds of a stunning winery or a low-key elopement…

Botanica Festival returns to Rippon Lea Estate for Mother’s Day with a maker’s market, plant sale and more

Round up your botanica-loving friends and family: the Botanica Festival, the National Trust of Victoria’s annual celebration of the natural…

Spoil mum this Mother’s Day with the best local gift boxes, collabs and hampers in Geelong

Mother’s Day is fast approaching and sometimes buying a present for the loving lady who has everything can be quite…

Digital driver licences are coming to Victoria in 2024, regional trial announced for Ballarat

In an effort to make it easier for people to access their driver’s licenses, digital licences will soon become available…

The Rock Off MND fundraising gala returns this month with live music, comedian Claire Hooper and more

A well-loved event on the Geelong calendar, Rock Off MND is an annual event that continues to increase community awareness of Motor…

A huge camera market is happening in Geelong with vintage film cameras, darkroom equipment and more

There will always be a love for the early eras, the decades which perhaps we missed out on or that…

NGV Friday Nights returns this winter with vibrant lineup for the world-premiere Pierre Bonnard exhibition

Worthy of heading out on a cold winter’s night, the immersive NGV Friday Nights returns to the The National Gallery…

Geelong Women’s Business Club announce hometown event, bringing like-minded women together in June 

Driven by the belief that every woman is capable of achieving amazing things in business and life, the wildly successful…

PSA: The Australian Defence Force will be training in Geelong this month

The Australian Army has issued a warning to the community with military training commencing across the region this month. Australian…

Just in: Tasmania will officially enter the AFL with 19th club in 2028

With the AFL club presidents have voted unanimously to grant Tasmania the game’s 19th licence earlier this week, league chief…

Vape ban: Australian Government bans non-prescription flavoured vapes in major crackdown

Vaping laws are in for a big shake-up. In an effort to curb youth nicotine addiction, the Australian government has…

Pakington Street’s favourite pop-up night market returns in May, just in time for Mother’s Day

When you visit any bustling market in the Geelong region, you’ll be constantly impressed by the emerging creative talent of…

After 18 years, Central Geelong Park and Ride shuttle bus service is being canned

In another hit to the Geelong region, the Central Geelong Park and Ride shuttle bus service is being discontinued. The…

Championing men’s mental wellbeing in Geelong, Right Mate is hosting a race day for Men’s Health Week

Founded by a desire to change the narrative and stigma surrounding men’s mental health, Right Mate was launched by Geelong…

Frankston set to illuminate with an unforgettably dazzling 10-day South Side Festival

Innovative, thought-provoking, and immersive, South Side Festival made its debut just last year, with the eclectic event designed to aid…

Geelong’s Next Level Skirmish has closed down

Loaded up with all the best gear to get the adrenaline pumping as you head into a laser tag mission…

The East Gippsland Winter Festival returns bigger and brighter, expanding to a month-long event in 2023

The East Gippsland Winter Festival is set to light up Victoria’s east with more than 100 spectacular events. Running from…

Powerful projections will light up Geelong’s City Hall for ANZAC Day

Commemorated on April 25th, ANZAC Day is Australia’s most important national occasion. It marks the anniversary of the first key…

Dame Edna star Barry Humphries has died aged 89

Celebrated Australian performer Barry Humphries, best known for his character Dame Edna Everage and Sir Les Patterson, has passed away…

Shop hand-picked homewares, gifts and more at Jade and May, a beautiful boutique in Geelong

Bamboo pyjama sets, delicate handmade ceramics, soft linen pillowcases, beautifully illustrated books and cookbooks with drool-worthy recipes from around the…

Upstate Studios is opening in Ocean Grove this month – and is running free classes all opening weekend

Alright Ocean Grove, are you ready to feel stronger, happier and a part of the best community ever? Well good…

The new world-class Queenscliff ferry terminal officially opens

A stunning addition to the Bellarine, the new Queenscliff Ferry Terminal building is officially opening its doors this week, celebrating…

Australia’s most stunning running event Great Ocean Road Running Festival returns this May

Lace up your runners, the 2023 RACV Solar Great Ocean Road Running Festival returns to Victoria’s idyllic southwest coast, taking place…

 

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