New councillor elected mayor - Golden Plains Times
COUNCILLOR Sarah Hayden has been elected mayor of the Golden Plains Shire for the 2024 to 2025 year. Cr Hayden is a first-timer in the chamber “I am honoured and profoundly grateful to …
Corrections centre in Lara to open in 2025 - Geelong Times
THE Western Plains Correctional Centre in Lara will accept prisoners in the middle of 2025, more than two years after it was completed. Located to the east of the existing Barwon and …
Behind the scenes with Take My Hand filmmakers
The movie was shot in various locations across the Northern Rivers, including at Zephyr Horses (which the couple co-own), the grand manor Victoria’s at Ewingsdale, Harvest at Newrybar, …
Portarlington and Queenscliff to light up for New Year’s Eve
Celebrate New Year's Eve on the stunning Bellarine Peninsula! Fireworks, live music, kids' activities & more in Portarlington & Queenscliff. Book now!
Funding lifeline keeps Ballina meal centre serving those in need
A FUNDING boost worth $25,000 will help the Ballina Hot Meal Centre keep its service operational for the next 12 months. There has been a growing demand for the service which …
Shaws Bay Hotel undergoes $5.7m transformation
THE Shaws Bay Hotel is undergoing a $5.7 million renovation aimed at transforming the venue into a world-class destination, with plans to reopen in time for summer.
Traditional Owners' vision recognised - Geelong Times
Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation's Porronggitj Karrong project wins award. Transforming 66 hectares of Barwon River land into a cultural and community space.
Inaugural Suns senior coach revealed - Surf Coast Times
Surf Coast Suns announce Trent Rogers as inaugural senior coach! Rogers brings experience from South Barwon & Essendon District. Exciting times ahead for the new club. …
Deakin to celebrate 50 years - Geelong Times
DEAKIN University is gearing up to mark its 50th anniversary, inviting the Geelong community to its celebratory events. A free Community Festival will begin festivities on November 29 at the …
Painted piece to preserve Gong scenery - Ballarat Times
A VISUAL artist is looking to immortalise the tree-lined embankment of the Buninyong Botanic Gardens’ Gong Reservoir as part of her latest project.