Five awesome Geelong authors you need to check out

Lockdown might be over but there’s always time to get into a new book! We’ve tracked down some of the…

Geelong locals open Sensory Kingdom, a magical store catering to children and adults with special educational needs in the region

A toy shop in the heart of Belmont is helping raise awareness for Autism, Anxiety, Asperger’s syndrome and ADHD, plus…

This Victorian initiative is encouraging people to donate their pre-loved coats to help homeless people in the community

While the colder months allow us to get creative with our wardrobe, layering pieces in inventive ways to keep fresh…

It’s confirmed: Victoria’s fifth lockdown to end tonight but heavy restrictions remain

Premier Daniel Andrews has revealed that the state’s extended lockdown will end at 11.59pm tonight, following Victoria’s record 10 locally…

Some of the best virtual fitness classes for working up a sweat at home

Whether you’re keen to keep your fitness up or you just want something to help you out of this lockdown…

Time for a facemask update? Here are seven local mask manufacturers that give back to the community

We’ve all got a bunch of masks that we’ve held onto for the past 17 months, but they’re getting a…

Indigenous fashion label Clothing The Gaps has until the end of the month to sell their classic merch

Well-loved Aboriginal-owned and operated business Clothing the Gap has been forced to rebrand after a two-year legal battle with US…

The small acts of kindness from locals and businesses in the region brightening our time in lockdown

There’s no shortage of reasons to be stressed and afraid nowadays, but there are spots of hope worth savouring, too….

Victoria’s snap lockdown will be extended for seven days

Premier Daniel Andrews has today revealed that Victoria’s lockdown will be extended beyond midnight Tuesday as the state’s cases of…

Premier Daniel Andrews has confirmed Victoria’s snap COVID lockdown is to be extended

In news no Victorian wanted to hear, Premier Daniel Andrews has announced that Victoria’s lockdown will be extended beyond midnight…

Ballarat has been crowned Victoria’s best tourism destination

Ballarat has put itself firmly on the road trip map, thanks to a new generation of winemakers, beer lovers, superstar…

This Twitter account tells you exactly what time the daily press conference will be

Australians have spent the most part of the last year watching state premiers give daily coronavirus updates on TV, with…

Entering our fifth Victorian lockdown, our surge capacity is completely depleted and we’re not okay

I can’t speak for every Victorian, but this latest snap lockdown has absolutely steamrolled me. Life was good, or at…

Make isolation better with these alcoholic takeaway and delivery services in the Geelong region

No more unnecessary trips to the shops and less chance of coming into contact with this pesky virus!

Victoria to enter five-day snap lockdown from midnight tonight

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has introduced more restrictions in Victoria, imposing a five-day snap lockdown as the state deals with…

Book blogger Lucy Pearson shares her top tips for creating the ultimate book club

Book Clubs have moved beyond just enjoyment and entertainment, with many Aussies now embracing the humble book club for escapism…

10 local ways to spice up your morning coffee when you need to turn things up a notch

Sure, your usual morning latte is great for starting the day, but there’s a bunch of other things to add…

The 18th Amendment Bar named finalists in numerous awards at prestigious Australian Bartender Magazine Bar Awards

It might have been the year of home-delivered booze and bottled cocktails sipped on the couch — but in spite…

A new support service has arrived for LGBTIQA+ people in Geelong

Queerspace has arrived in Geelong, providing low or no-cost confidential counselling services to LGBTIQ+ community and their families in the…

Fed Square is transforming into an immersive French wonderland this winter

Melbourne’s favourite cultural hub, Fed Square, is set to take your breath away with its stunning French-inspired winter pop-up. The…

Step out in Fluevog’s brilliant limited-edition sneakers celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community

Every year in June, Australia unites to celebrate dignity, equality, self-affirmation and acceptance for all people with Pride Month. It’s…

First Nations artwork is set to bring Geelong Arts Centre to life, submissions are now open for artists

For the past few decades, Geelong Arts Centre (previously known as Geelong Performing Arts Centre, or GPAC) has offered a…

The best spots for rest and rejuvenation in the Geelong region

Things can get a little stressful sometimes, so take some time to relax and get back in the moment. Today…

Australia’s first dedicated LGBTQIA+ community hub opens in St Kilda

Australia’s first purpose-built community hub for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and gender diverse, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) communities…

 

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