The beloved Mother’s Day Classic returns to Geelong this May raising funds for breast cancer research 

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

New Twelve Apostles Precinct will transform the region into a truly world-class tourism destination

Hailed one of the bucket list places to visit in the region and sprawling out for 243km around Victoria, the Great…

Four years after its debut, White Night returns to Bendigo in September

The overnight art party that is White Night is back, making its colourful return to Bendigo this year, transforming the…

Robbie Williams is coming to Melbourne for one-off special event

British pop superstar Robbie Williams is coming back to entertain his Australian fans for one night only. Taking to Rod…

The insanely cool, inspiring and motivational Geelong women you should know about 

Universally celebrated on March 8, this International Women’s Day is dedicated to promoting equality and celebrating women’s achievements, while also…

You can now get up to $125 off your bill when you dine or drink in Melbourne during the week with ‘Midweek Melbourne Money’

Time to hit the V-line for a midweek night out, dinner in the city just got 25-per cent cheaper thanks…

Ngarrimili to open first of its kind business and retail hub for Aboriginal entrepreneurs in Geelong CBD 

Aboriginal startups in Victoria have received a $1.4 million in funding to assist in harnessing the creativity of indigenous entrepreneurs…

Geelong’s in for its biggest ever weekend of major events, here is what you need to know 

After what’s felt like a lifetime, Geelong is on the cusp of its biggest ever weekend of major events, beginning…

Gordi is playing a free pop-up gig in Melbourne’s CBD tomorrow

Fresh from teaming up with Troye Sivan on the new single ‘Wait’, Sophie Payten – the folk-pop singer and producer…

Priscilla Presley is coming to Victoria to launch the exclusive Elvis Presley exhibition

In another massive coup for the region, Elvis’ former wife Priscilla Presley is coming to Victoria to launch the Elvis:…

Fergus James is playing a pop-up gig in Melbourne tomorrow for the ‘On The Road Again’ initiative

Fresh from releasing his latest synth-inflected pop-rock single ‘Trouble’, announcing with it his forthcoming second EP and a national headline…

Hayley Mary to perform pop-up gig in Melbourne’s CBD on Thursday as part of ‘On The Road Again’

The unshakable elegance and undeniable talent of Hayley Mary (of The Jezabels) will take to Melbourne’s streets this week, as…

Geelong’s beloved multicultural celebration Pako Festa to go ahead this weekend in reimagined format

Every year in one place, on one day, Pakington street comes alive with an abundance of colour, unique costumes, live…

Set your alarms, the Victorian Government is handing out more $200 travel vouchers in March

Get ready to book your annual leave. Following a successful few rounds the last couple of years, the $200 travel…

Mandatory mask rules to be eased in Victoria in most settings this weekend

The Victorian Government have finally flagged an end date to masks in most setting including at workplaces, just days after…

Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative to undergo a $26M redevelopment 

With a primary purpose to provide holistic and culturally secure service responses to meet the specific needs of the Aboriginal…

Victoria’s $200 travel vouchers and dining rebates return under a new $201 million package 

Victorians are set to enjoy cashback on dining, travel and entertainment as part of a huge new voucher scheme announced…

Cocktails, bao and “I Do”: Tie the knot in Geelong with these new fun, fuss-free elopements

If your plans to get hitched were upended by coronavirus, or you’re just keen to go against the grain with…

‘On The Road Again’ announces massive busking program, bringing 700 musicians to Melbourne’s CBD streets

The City of Melbourne, together with the Victorian Government, is showcasing the city’s musical diversity with more than 700 street…

Victorian density limits and dancefloor bans to end this Friday

Victorian premier Daniel Andrews announced this morning that density limits on all hospitality venues would end, highlighting a raft of…

A $2.55M koala hospital is being built at Werribee Open Range Zoo

Originally announced back in 2020, Zoos Victoria and RSPCA Victoria have joined forces to build a new, world-class veterinary facility…

Hopes for regional Victoria to host 2026 Commonwealth Games as Victoria confirms bid

In huge news for the region, the Victorian government has entered into exclusive negotiations to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games…

Book in your annual leave, the Spirit of Tasmania is officially moving to Geelong this spring

In a massive win for the region, The Spirit of Tasmania is relocating its Victorian port operations from Port Melbourne…

Bust out your picnic blanket and your best Tupperware this V-day and visit one of Geelong’s iconic picnic spots

Picnics have long been a romantic date favourite, with at least one picnic scene featured in most cult-classic rom coms…

 

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