Daylesford’s ChillOut Festival reveals full 2023 lineup

Celebrating 26 years in 2023, Australia’s longest-running and largest regional pride festival will take place in regional Victoria’s LGBTQIA mecca…

Karen From Finance’s Fabulously Frugal Tips on How to Live a Champagne Lifestyle on a Beer Budget

Budget and frugal are often considered ‘dirty’ words. But in this day and age, it’s smart to be sensible –…

A massive two-day Christmas Gift Market is happening next month with 100+ local makers

Christmas is coming and with it comes along a lengthy list of presents and Kris Kringle gifts, festive treats and…

Local leading Australian brand for sensitive skin, Tribe Skincare, opens pop-up store in Geelong CBD

Until the end of the day on Sunday, October 16, Westfield Geelong is playing host to a pastel-coloured pop-up store…

Australian tennis legend Ash Barty is appearing in conversation in Geelong

Tennis great Ash Barty is heading to Geelong this November in celebration of her new biography My Dream Time: A…

There’s a 21-hectare elephant trail being built at Werribee Open Range Zoo

It’s one of the lead attractions of a major $88 million expansion of Werribee Open Range Zoo, which will see…

First look: A large-scale contemporary artwork from First Nations artist Kait James transforms Geelong Art Centre’s facade

Earlier this month, a section of the stunning artwork from proud Wadawurrung Woman and award-winning contemporary artist Kait James was…

Viva Energy’s Community Legends Winners have been announced, shining a light on Geelong’s unsung heroes

Viva Energy has announced the winners of its Viva Energy Community Legends Awards, recognising ten local volunteers for their tireless…

There are 31 new off-leash dog parks opening across Victoria

Thomas Oval dog park in South Yarra officially opened yesterday, becoming the latest dog park to be completed as part…

Here’s how to get your hands on tickets and free entry to the Avalon Australian International Airshow

A rite of passage for every Geelong local, the Avalon Australian International Airshow returns in 2023 and is gearing up…

White Night Geelong sets new attendance record with 2022 event

Over 93,000 people took to the streets of Geelong on Saturday night, in a celebration of music, art, culture and community…

GAWS announce reduced adoption fees for dogs and cats as shelter hits capacity

Breaking animal lovers’ hearts everywhere, local animal shelter Geelong Animal Welfare Society has revealed that the shelter has reached capacity…

Join the Valhalla Brewing family as the Geelong-based brew legends open to investors for the first time

Geelong-based brew legends Valhalla Brewing is continuing to honour the Viking philosophy that life is to be lived to the…

Date announced for the return of Geelong’s iconic Floating Christmas Tree

Save the date Christmas lovers: The iconic Geelong floating Christmas tree is heading back to the waterfront for the start…

For the first time in a century, Melbourne’s Royal Exhibition Building will open its Dome Promenade

For the first time in almost 100 years, visitors will be able to explore the beautiful dome and city the…

The mandatory COVID-19 isolation period will end in October

The rules forcing people to isolate themselves for five days (previously seven) if they test positive for COVID-19 will end…

Check out the new neon art installations popping up around Geelong

It’s time to brush up on your low-light photography because a bunch of glowing installations are taking over Geelong’s city…

The free, pet-friendly Vegecareian Festival is happening in Bendigo this weekend

Love food and love animals and love Bendigo? This is the event for you. Held annually at the Western world’s…

Geelong Cats great and community champion Joel Selwood confirms retirement of the game

It’s official: Champion Geelong premiership captain and four-time premiership player Joel Selwood has announced his retirement this afternoon, leaving the…

2022 Premiers Geelong Cats Street Parade announced for this week

In a magnificent performance from the Geelong Cats, the local AFL team claimed the 10th VFL-AFL flag in club history,…

It’s official: Bendigo has been named Australia’s second best tourism destination

Placing regional Victoria firmly on the map, Bendigo has just won silver at the National Top Tourism Town Awards, confirming…

Victoria’s Dining and Entertainment program returns, offering up to $125 off your bill across the state

It’s back Victoria! The Victorian government has brought back its popular Dining and Entertainment Program, offering customers reimbursements of 25…

Set sail across the bay, Port Phillip Ferries are offering free travel for kids

Looking for something different to entertain the kids these school holidays? How about an adventure across the bay on a…

Geelong Cats top 10 moments of the last 20 years

It’s no secret to footy fans that the Geelong Cats are one of the top-performing teams in the AFL. Their…

 

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