‘Writing in the Sand’ tells the epic story of legendary band Yothu Yindi and ‘Treaty’, the song that gave voice to a movement

Long before they were ARIA Hall of Fame inductees, Yothu Yindi were a bunch of Yolŋu (Aboriginal people of East…

“So, are you vaxxed?”: How to ask someone if they’ve had the jab

Times are changing and nearly two years on from the beginning of the COVID pandemic, we’re finally witnessing what life…

Direct from Graceland: regional Victoria to host exclusive Elvis Presley exhibition in 2022

In an Australian exclusive and huge win for regional Victoria, Bendigo will celebrate the life and legacy of the “King…

Here’s everything that’s changing in regional Victoria from midnight tonight

Victoria has recorded 2,232 new local cases of COVID-19 and 12 deaths as the state hits its 70 per cent vaccination target….

Ladyhawke announced for ChillOut, Australia’s largest and longest-running regional LGBTQI+ festival

Following last year’s slightly reimagined event, ChillOut Festival has announced its dates for 2022, celebrating its 25th year and bringing…

The Geelong Business Awards spotlights some of the region’s most courageous and resilient local businesses

The winners of the 2021 Geelong Business Excellence Awards were announced in a live-streamed ceremony on Tuesday, with 20 awards…

The best local advent calendars you can order now, because we’re all keen for Christmas

Cheers to 24 days of booze!

The Humans In Geelong expo confirmed to go-ahead in December showcasing Geelong’s amazing locals

The event aims to inspire, connect and strengthen the Geelong community. Visitors can expect guest speakers, exhibitors, live music and plenty of fun for the kids.

Fire up the BBQ, 10 visitors will be allowed to Victorian homes from Friday

Good news Victoria! Victorians will emerge from lockdown at midnight on Thursday when the state is expected to have reached…

Winona Forever Tattoo is the Ocean Grove studio helping people to reclaim their bodies

Winona Forever Tattoo studio, based in Ocean Grove aims to be a safe and inclusive spot for people to come…

Start training for Geelong’s epic virtual marathon Run 4 Geelong happening next month

The warm weather has arrived meaning more pleasant runs and less freezing, rainy ones. If you’ve been running consistently during…

Love Grows & Love Flows: These tees are giving back to the people who need it most

Taking in the inspirational side of the natural scenery of the Surf Coast, alongside the aspirational side of all the…

Geelong’s iconic Floating Christmas Tree is arriving earlier than usual this year

In the words of the great Michael Bublé, “it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas”. The ongoing pandemic and…

Portarlington Grand Hotel is reopening this summer after a stunning multimillion dollar makeover

Built in 1888, the Portarlington Grand Hotel has been sitting pretty on the main street of Portarlington, boasting incredible views…

Geelong Women’s Business Club return with its biggest event yet, dedicated to finding balance between business and life

Driven by the belief that every woman is capable of achieving amazing things in business and life, the Geelong Women’s…

From cocktails to pampering, spoil someone rotten with the most uniquely personal gift boxes we’ve ever seen

If you and your partner, lover, best friend, brother, sister, mum, dad or work colleague share a relationship unlike any…

A simple guide on how to get your COVID-19 vaccine certificate onto your phone

It’s happening. After a long, long road we’re at the point now where Victorians are required to prove they have…

Geelong Arts Centre announces inspiring female-led First Nations Cultural Conversations event, ‘Ba-gurrk Murrup (Women’s Spirit, Past, Present and Future)’

What does it mean to be a successful First Nations woman in the 21st century? How does one interpret identity…

Victoria’s ‘vaccinated economy’ kicks off with regional trials and a huge concert at Sidney Myer Music Bowl

The Victorian Government is testing the state’s preparedness to live under ‘COVID-normal’ with trials of vaccine passports beginning on Monday,…

Expressions of interest are open now for International Women’s day street art commissions

Artists from all backgrounds including those a part of the LGBTQIA+ community, artists with a disability, First Nations artists and…

Theatre Royal, Northcote Social Club and Isol-Aid Festival take home gold in Music Victoria Industry Awards

The second-ever live-streamed Industry Awards event was broadcast live on Channel 31 and the web to award the industry-voted winners for…

Now extinct in the wild, these rare and very precious antelope calves have been born at Werribee Open Range Zoo

In some wholesome news to kick off your weekend, Werribee Open Range Zoo is celebrating the birth of two extremely…

As our local restaurant and bar scene continues to suffer, it’s imperative diners show up for their reservations

If you’ve ever been stood up for a date, then you know how bad it feels to be all dressed…

Two women where masks, one woman is receiving her purchases

Westfield Direct is bringing Click and Collect services to you

Westfield has unleashed a ‘Westfield Wherever You Are’ in their brand spanking new Westfield Direct where keen shoppers can access…

 

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