From 1983 to 2023: A brewery’s nostalgic journey of Australia, Bob Hawke and beer

It’d be easy to look at Hawke’s Brewing Co. and its Beer & Leisure Centre venue in Marrickville and wonder if it’s a gimmick….

The free Chinese-inspired Bendigo Easter Festival returns for 2023

Commencing all the way back in 1871, the Bendigo Easter Festival is one of Australia’s longest-running community events. Over the…

Enter the miniature world of sustainable living with this three-day Tiny Homes Expo coming to Geelong

Despite their small size, tiny homes are a big trend. Tiny homes are often one-of-a-kind, customized build, meticulously decorated, eco-conscious,…

Statue of netball legend Sharelle McMahon unveiled in Melbourne

On March 7th of this year, female athleticism took the stage with the arrival of a bronze statue at John…

Victorian towns Ballarat and Echuca named as two of Australia’s best travel destinations

Two beautiful and thriving regional Victorian locations have been recognised amongst Australia’s best travel destinations for this year, as part…

Australian first, All-Abilities Football Netball League to play opening round on GMHBA Stadium

Placing our region front and centre, The AFL Barwon Region will be hosting an Australian-first, All-Abilities Football Netball League in…

More Than Cupcakes: Baked by Us launch Go Fund Me to continue its support of young people with disabilities

When we talk about the heart and soul of a local business, no one has more of those two things…

Afterpay Day 2023: Shop the best deals from Australia’s favourite brands this week

RIP our savings accounts. Afterpay Day, Australia’s favourite bi-annual shopping event from the #1 buy now, pay later payment platform…

Ice skating, 10000 kazoos and global headliners: Melbourne’s RISING festival announces 2023 program

A festival that you do in the city that does it best—art, culture, food and music under moonlight: RISING festival…

‘Game changer’: Woodlea offers free rent for three years for one lucky hospitality business owner

Woodlea, the west’s largest masterplanned community, is offering a huge opportunity for hospitality business owners to rent a café space,…

Some of the brilliant local women-owned brands to support this International Women’s Day

This day focuses on creating gender equity across four key areas – social, economic, cultural, and political. With only 30%…

Geelong legend Frank Costa AO to be immortalised with public statue in the CBD

The life and achievements of the late and legendary Frank Costa AO will be publicly recognised with a permanent bronze…

International Women’s Day goes regional with Women with Disabilities Victoria’s state-wide campaign to ‘Embrace Equity’

“Equity is not special treatment,” says Leanne Watson, a member of the not-for-profit Disabled Peoples Organisation (DPO) Women with Disabilities…

Fashion icon Jenny Kee teams up with Lifeblood to celebrate women who give

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood has teamed up with trailblazing and iconic Australian artist and designer Jenny Kee ahead of International…

Geelong’s 18th Amendment Bar is hosting an International Women’s Day Soiree

International Women’s Day is universally celebrated on March 8. This year, the campaign is calling for everyone to #EmbraceEquity – to…

‘It’s been an amazing 11 years’: Portarlington live music venue Saints & Sailors is closing its doors this month

Renowned for boasting beautiful bay views and showcasing the local wines, food, funky original art, retro decor and music of…

The government’s Power Saving Bonus is back so you can knock $250 off your electricity bill

No one likes bill day. Beans on toast for dinner, awkward financial calculations with the roommates, considering a money-saving switch…

The largest Greek festival in Australia is happening this weekend

Featuring market stalls, live music, dance and cultural performance, Antipodes Festival is a huge celebration of Greek culture. Set to…

A guide to everything happening at Geelong’s annual multicultural festival Pako Festa this weekend

An outdoor spectacular like no other, the original Pako Festa is back this weekend and will see the iconic street…

Fresh faces and feel-good favourites join the 2023 ChillOut Festival lineup 

Celebrating 26 years, ChillOut Festival is Victoria’s longest running regional LGBTQIA+ pride festival, and, for that matter, Australia’s largest Queer…

Discover Gold At The Minelab Wedderburn Detector Jamboree in March

The family-friendly Minelab Detector Jamboree is returning to the Central Victorian town of Wedderburn this Labour Day Long Weekend on…

From Attorneys to Artists; How Platform Arts has changed the face of Geelong’s Old Courthouse

All born and bred Geelongians know the Old Courthouse Building on the corner of Little Malop and Gheringhap Streets. Located…

‘Maximum joy without burnout’: Celebrate queer country pride with ChillOut’s biggest program yet

The ChillOut Festival is back in Daylesford – the self-proclaimed gay capital of Victoria – for its 25th iteration and…

Camp Quality Geelong Convoy returns this weekend, raising money for kids with cancer

Camp Quality’s Geelong Convoy is back for 2023, returning to Avalon Raceway on Sunday, February 19. An annual event, the…

 

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