Geelong’s getting a $16M hub to treat mental health and addiction in the CBD

In some astoundingly brilliant news from the Barwon Health team, people in the Geelong region will soon be able to…

Record Store Day is landing once again this weekend – here’s where to celebrate

Annual vinyl event Record Store Day returns this weekend, kicking off a two-day celebration of Australia’s booming indie record store…

A regional Victorian’s guide to supporting local queens this Pride Month, and all year round

We know that regional Victoria has a lot to offer, with a diverse range of sights to see and activities…

City of Greater Geelong to bolster the local community with $4 million worth in grants

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

Lockdown to end for Metropolitan Melbourne and further restrictions ease for regional Victoria

Finally, some reprieve for our friends in Melbourne, with Acting Premier James Merlino announcing that lockdown will end after Victoria…

Get ready for summer at this epic bungee fitness studio that’s popped up in Geelong

Please Note: The previous image used on this page was not that of Studio Exhilarate. We apologise to S3 Studio for the…

Seven awesome free short courses to boost your skillset

These courses are all certified, look great on a resume, and help you land that dream job you’ve been longing…

The Victorian government has announced another round of regional travel vouchers

The Victorian government has announced another round of regional travel vouchers with 80,000 up for grabs on this occasion, valued…

Jirrahlinga Koala and Wildlife Sanctuary urgently seeks public donations as funding dries up amid lockdowns

The region’s hard-working animal sanctuaries face an uphill battle at the best of times, but with the Covid-19 pandemic bringing…

A new hotel is heading to Geelong’s CBD to keep up with the city’s growing tourism demand

We might be biased but with a thriving cafe scene focused on local produce and top-notch coffee, some awesome craft…

A guide scoring a pub booking stress-free while our regional hospitality venues navigate restricted capacities 

It’s a great time to be a regional Victorian. With lockdown easing, punters can finally get back on the beers….

The best free things to do on a day out in Ballarat

With both indoor facilities and open-air attractions opening up once more in regional Victoria, now is a great time to…

Bloody ripper, restrictions in Regional Victoria will ease at 11:59pm tonight

Acting Premier James Merlino has delivered some good news to regional Victoria, announcing restrictions in Regional Victoria will ease at…

Victoria’s ‘circuit breaker‘ lockdown extended for Melbourne, restrictions to ease for regional Victoria

Victoria’s seven-day ‘circuit breaker’ lockdown is to continue beyond its original Thursday deadline for Melbourne as authorities reveal a positive…

Here’s a list of the best local, independent grocers you can support in and around Geelong

As isolating returns and supply chain issues sweet the nation, we’ve compiled a list of the best independent groceries to…

Geelong’s Type 1 Foundation beanie campaign is back once again, raising funds to support families with Type1 Diabetes

Beat the chill this winter.

Artists you should get to know as part of National Reconciliation Week

This week is National Reconciliation week. From the 27th of May to June 3rd, all Australians are encouraged to come…

Prepare to get bendy at some of the best yoga studios in the Geelong region

It’s no secret that yoga is good for the body and the mind, but the ever-growing popularity of yoga has…

Five easy ways to never pay full price for anything online 

With deals and frenzies galore over the internet over the last few weeks, there’s a bunch of bargains out there…

Entries for Geelong’s 2022 calendar photo competition are now open

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

A group of generous Geelong taxi drivers are offering free delivery services to those in need during lockdown

In these times of rising cases and state-wide lockdowns, it can be easy to feel discouraged, depressed, and uncertain of…

Confused with where you can go under the 5km bubble restriction? This handy map shows how far you can travel from home

Following today’s announcement, all of Victoria is back under lockdown restrictions for seven days from 11.59pm tonight, May 27, as…

Victoria to enter ‘circuit breaker‘ lockdown for seven days from midnight tonight

The Victorian deputy premier, James Merlino, says a stay-at-home order will be imposed on the entire of Victoria from 11.59pm…

A rare super blood moon will appear across the sky on Wednesday night

Don’t forget to look up at the sky tomorrow night, because a lunar eclipse and a super blood moon will…

 

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