Unique Aussie fashion brand Gorman is opening a store in Geelong this winter

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

A massive camera market is coming to Geelong with vintage film cameras, darkroom equipment and modern drones

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

Geelong’s Tourbus Entertainment is hosting a huge moving sale, slinging cheap vinyl, music gear and more

Since opening in the charming colonial-era building on Yarra Street in October back in 2019, Tourbus Entertainment has become an…

Costco has sights set on Geelong as part of $150 million expansion for more Victorian stores

Often hailed as either shopping heaven or hell, US discount grocery mega player Costco has dropped plans to open three…

Calling all local photographers: Geelong’s 2023 calendar photo competition is now open

Entries close on 28 August 2020 and a shortlist will be put to a public vote in September.

Searoad Ferries announce $20 return ticket lottery for winter

Jumping on the ferry is the most scenic way to get across Port Phillip Bay from Queenscliff to Sorrento. Taking…

‘She’s the life of the party’: Geelong community rallies for local hairdresser diagnosed with terminal cancer

The Geelong community is currently rallying behind a Grovedale resident Nikki Rosman after being diagnosed with terminal cancer. Nikki, of…

Geelong documentary series Off Country to premiere on NITV’s epic NAIDOC Week 2022 lineup

SBS is celebrating National NAIDOC Week 2022 across the network with a huge programming line-up and coverage across its platforms,…

Corio Foodshare is hosting a market fundraiser this weekend to help fight food insecurity in Geelong’s northern suburbs

The cost of living never gets any cheaper, and it seems our dollars have to stretch further every week. For…

City of Greater Geelong announces $4.5M worth of community grants for locals, community groups and businesses 

City of Greater Geelong has announced the return of its annual Community Grant Program, with submissions now open. Available to…

CentreStage’s production of iconic Les Misérables opens in Geelong to standing ovations and rave reviews

Local theatre lovers were gifted a truly mesmerising experience over the weekend with the opening of CentreStage‘s Les Misérables.  Opening on…

Foo Fighters one night only gig in Geelong brought $1.3M into our regional city

Becoming the first international act to play a full-capacity stadium show since the pandemic was called in March 2020, the…

A snowy winter wonderland to a wizards & witches festival: 20 unmissable Victorian festivals in June 

Winter is here, and we don’t know whether we should be more concerned with our runny nose or cold toes….

The Australian Border Force is urgently seeking puppy foster carers in Geelong

The ABF Detector Dog Program is calling on communities in the Melbourne and Greater Geelong area to help protect the…

Regional Victoria just scored another magical winter lights festival, GLOW – Bendigo After Dark

If there’s one thing each of the world’s greatest festivities has in common is a celebration and appreciation for light….

After a two year hiatus, MainFM’s Footy Match fundraiser returns

An event like no other this side of the Great Divide, the MAIN Game returns to Castlemaine on Sunday 12…

Tinder could be bringing its ‘Big Rainbow’ to Daylesford as Australia’s newest ‘Big’ landmark

Earlier this year, Tinder launched ‘The Big Rainbow Project’ to support the LGBTQI+ community in regional Australia. In a larger-than-life…

Victorian Gov announces up-to $40,000 grants for local musicians, bands and music organisations

Running since 2015, Music Works has allocated over $10 million to more than 700 projects. Applications are now open for…

Heading overseas soon? Travellers warned of massive passport delays

Now that the days of duty-free shopping, in-flight entertainment and turbulence are well and truly back, there’s been a huge…

You still have time to get $125 off your dining bill and entertainment experiences in Victoria

Alright people, time to save those precious dollars you’ve worked so hard for while still enjoying the best the region…

Portarlington Grand Hotel opens highly-anticipated front bar and bistro, opens booking for new accommodation

In one of the most exciting renovations in the region, the Portarlington Grand Hotel is continuing to deliver on all…

Pack the bags, the Spirit of Tasmania confirms date for Geelong arrival

In perhaps the most anticipated news of the year, The Spirit of Tasmania has announced the inaugural voyage between Devonport…

‘Be Brave. Make Change.’ Open your eyes to the Wadawurrung Community with this photographic experience

 ‘Journey on Wadawurrung Country’ is the perfect addition to Reconciliation Week. The exhibition is packed with iconic representational portraits, sounds and…

This Victorian winter festival is brightening up cooler days and longer nights with 100+ events

With arts fans opting for different ways to experience performances in this day and age, the East Gippsland Winter Festival…

 

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