The first of its kind in Australia, US sports retailer Lids opens in Geelong

US sports retailer Lids – the official licence partner for National Basketball Association merchandise – has finally landed in Australia,…

Geelong gets new wheels with electric bike share trial across the city 

From Wednesday, hundreds of zesty electric bicycles popped up across the Geelong CBD and surrounding areas, as part of a…

Geelong jewellers Ernest and Joe is having a massive warehouse sale this weekend

If you’re from around the region and you love all things local and bespoke, it’s likely you’ve heard of Ernest & Joe…

The Gordon’s $23.5M culinary school and world-class restaurant opens in Geelong

Further elevating Geelong’s reputation as a primary foodie destination, The Gordon Institute of TAFE’s brand-new state-of-the-art food and hospitality training facilities…

Sweat x Wonder: Geelong CBD’s first dedicated infrared sauna has opened to the public

Championing a new era of self-care and health in Geelong’s CBD, Sweat x Wonder is the new dedicated infrared sauna…

A new lookout is coming to the Loch Ard blowhole as part of multi-million-dollar makeover

Visitors to Victoria’s south-west will soon have another place to view the dramatic scenery of Shipwreck Coast with tenders sought…

One-off Australian public holiday announced to mourn the passing of Queen Elizabeth II

Australians will get a one-off public holiday on the national day of mourning for Queen Elizabeth II later this month….

The well-loved Big Christmas outlet is coming back to Geelong this month

With just a little over three months to go until Christmas Day, it’s time to start thinking about untangling those…

Britain’s longest reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, has died

Queen Elizabeth II has died at Balmoral Palace in Scotland, at the age of 96, Buckingham Palace has announced, having…

New mental health facility opens in North Geelong, easing pressure on the region’s hospitals

Hundreds of Geelong and Barwon residents will have better access to mental health support, with the Andrews Labor Government opening…

Raise a glass to spring and meet local powerhouses at Geelong Young Professionals’ upcoming networking event

Celebrating spring and a new season to make and renew connections, Geelong Young Professionals’ Spring Soiree networking event is set…

Finalists announced and voting opens for Geelong’s community volunteering heroes

Viva Energy has announced the finalists for the Viva Energy Community Legends Awards 2022, and voting for the People’s Choice is officially live! After…

An epic 90km world-class trail is coming to the Great Ocean Road

A new world-class eco-tourism experience is coming to the Great Ocean Road with a new coastal walking trail to allow…

Victorian Government announces $460,000 grant for Geelong’s creative sector

With Geelong Arts Centre’s transformation into Australia’s largest and most striking regional arts centre under $140M makeover currently underway, the…

This beautiful Wadawurrung Scarred Tree finds a new home in the heart of the city

At the request of Wadawurrung Traditional Owners, a culturally significant scarred tree that was in a fragile and deteriorating state…

Oxygen College are hosting an Open Day for 2023 for budding creatives

Are you keen on working in the entertainment industry, or perhaps you’re interested in pursuing music as a profession? Start…

COVID-19 isolation period shortened to five days

Mandatory mask-wearing on domestic flights and the seven-day isolation will be scrapped next week as COVID-19 restrictions ease across the country….

Quirky Aussie fashion brand Gorman has officially opened its first store in Geelong

Combining classic vintage styles and retro prints with a modern twist, Gorman’s range of apparel and accessories has a seriously…

Victoria is making it free to study to become a nurse or midwife at university

In huge news to help bolster the healthcare system, the Victorian government will pay for the degrees and specialist training for…

A world-class $2.55M Koala Hospital has finally opened in Werribee

A new world-class wildlife hospital at Werribee Open Range Zoo is now fully operational to treat sick and injured wildlife…

Geelong’s Anther Spirits launch new gin in support of gynaecological cancer research and awareness

The Australian Gynaecological Cancer Foundation (AGCF) has partnered with Geelong gin distillery and local legends Anther Spirits to launch Ms….

Public voting is now open for the 2023 Geelong Calendar

Each year the City of Greater Geelong create a wall calendar made up of photographs from amazing local amateur and professional photographers which are…

Forte print is coming back and we’re looking for delivery drivers to join our team

It’s time. Victoria is back, and Forte has returned with it. As we welcome a reimagined Forte Magazine back to…

The Portarlington to Docklands Ferry service trial is to be extended

Good news for the Bellarine: The Portarlington to Docklands ferry service will be extended for at least another 12 months,…

 

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