Avalon Airport set to become home of Victorian Motorsport

Start your engines folks, Motorsport in Victoria is on track to shift into a new era, with the Avalon Airport…

The Bellarine’s new $9.15M circular library (with a glorious green rooftop) is now open

The brand-new $9.15 million Boronggook Drysdale Library, featuring an innovative circular design and green rooftop in Drysdale town centre, has…

Ballarat Heritage Festival returns in May with candlelight concerts, iconic Tweed ride and beard comp

Ballarat is getting ready to wind back the clock for the latest instalment of the award-winning Ballarat Heritage Festival, delivering…

Victoria’s new ‘cash for cans’ scheme to launch in November

Australia’s most convenient and accessible beverage container recycling scheme will begin on 1 November 2023, allowing Victorians to cash in…

Lifestyle emporium Torquay Merchant is hosting a massive two-day warehouse sale

Enjoy massive savings on children and baby outfits, women’s clothing, shoes and potentially homewares at this exclusive two-day warehouse sale….

Geelong Pride Film Festival: The annual award-winning celebration of LGBTQIA+ cinema returns

Spread over two weeks from 20 – 30 April, the festival will present a series of cinema screenings at the…

GAWS announce reduced adoption fees for special cats needing forever homes

Breaking animal lovers’ hearts everywhere, local animal shelter Geelong Animal Welfare Society has announced that their foster program is at…

Augie March’s Glenn Richards to perform at the Anzac Appeal Launch for a night of mateship, music and movies

This year, for the first time ever, RSL Victoria is hosting a special evening around a contemporary campfire of reflections…

April 20th Solar Eclipse: A rare total solar eclipse will appear across the sky this April

Don’t forget to look up at the sky this month because, for the first time in 10 years, a total…

The Fireball World Championships is coming to Geelong in February 2024

Geelong has been named as the next home for the Fireball World Championship, to be held at The Royal Geelong…

Sisters in Strength bring Strongwoman workshop to Geelong, celebrating strength and resilience of women in the community

Sisters In Strength Australia lead coaches and founders, Kerryn Taylor and Mariko Whyte, are bringing their sixth Sisters in Strength…

Ballarat e-scooter trial has been extended

The State Government has announced the extension of the e-scooter trial in Victoria, confirming the existing arrangements for the shared…

What I learned about first aid training, how it’s changed my life and saved others

Former lifeguard Paul Gaertner, who now works as a First Aid instructor for FirstAidPro, had a chat with us about the…

Geelong’s Country Discovery Good Friday Race Day arrives with an Easter egg hunt, live music, farmers market and more

The annual Bet365 Geelong Country Discovery Good Friday Race Day comes to the Geelong Racing Club for the very first…

From today, you can take the V/Line anywhere in Victoria for less than $10

Victorians can now experience cheaper fares on V/Line train trips in a move championed by the Victorian Labour Government, with…

‘Very disappointing outcome’: Nearly 500 solar lights stolen from art exhibition on Queenscliff Pier

In some truly devastating news for the local arts scene, nearly 500 solar lights have been stolen from the Queenscliff…

The City of Greater Geelong is on the hunt for an event producer to deliver local music festival

Following a month of celebrating the biggest names and newest faces in Australian music last year, the Surround Sounds music…

Baby Southern white rhino passes away at Werribee Open Range Zoo

In sad news, the Southern white rhino calf born last week at Werribee Open Range Zoo has died from internal…

Witchery has arrived in Myer Geelong, bringing along sophisticated, elevated and feminine designs

In some exciting news for regional shoppers, the premium Australian women’s fashion brand Witchery has launched in Myer Geelong for…

The Ironman 70.3 Geelong is on this weekend, here’s what you need to know

IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong has long been the best-kept secret on the Oceania circuit, with a stunning venue, world-class course, vibrant…

An inclusive sculpture has popped up on Pako Street celebrating disability, creativity and culture in the community

A sculpture that celebrates people who have a lived experience with disability arrived at the Geelong West Town Hall on…

The beloved Mother’s Day Classic announces its return to Geelong this May

Looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift this year? Why not spend the day supporting thousands of Aussie mums struggling…

Frankston’s Big Picture Fest is back and bigger than ever

From Monday 20 March to Sunday 26 March, Frankston City Council in conjunction with The Big Picture Fest will commemorate…

There’s a pet adoption drive happening in Torquay this weekend

If you’re feeling a little lonely and have been considering a companion, or you’re just ready to accept a new…

 

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