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A diverse list of events to get amongst!! – Surf Coast events

Good Afternoon Surf Coast Event goers,  It was a stellar summer of events and we are now gearing up...

“Slow Down World” by Stefan West: The Indie Rock Revelation You Can’t Ignore

Geelong, Australia - Stefan West, Australia's own indie sensation from the coastal city of Geelong, will release his...

Surf Coast Events Newsletter – August 2023

Bells Beach Longboard Classic hits the waves - Surf Coast winter events calendar Surf Coast Event Participants,  This month we...

Entry changes to City facilities

Greater Geelong CEO Martin Cutter The health and safety of our employees, and the wider community, is our top priority. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, our health and safety measures have...

Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey results are in

The Surf Coast Shire Council has again scored higher than other large rural councils in all categories in the Victorian Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey. The Council’s overall performance index...

DOLPHINS, TURTLES, AND BIRDS DON’T HAVE TO DIE AT THE HANDS OF FISHING GEAR

In 1987, a biologist went undercover on a commercial tuna fishing vessel. One video he took made headlines around the world: hundreds of dolphins encircled in purse seine nets,...

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ENVIRONMENT / SCIENCE / TECHNOLOGY

Lion publishes latest Sustainability Report

Lion has published its 2023 Sustainability Report on 22 July 2024– highlighting significant progress made against its Force for Good Strategy. Key highlights: Reduced Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 64% from a 2019 baseline and exceeding its 2030 Science Based Target of 55%, 7 years ahead of schedule With 100% renewable Power Purchase […]

Green light for Australia’s first blue carbon farming trial

Mangroves The Sunshine Coast will soon be home to an Australia-first blue carbon project creating a thriving mangrove ecosystem, a healthier Maroochy River for everyone to enjoy and the potential for future income streams for landholders. The Australian Government’s Clean Energy Regulator has formally registered the nation’s first Blue Carbon project in the Sunshine Coast’s […]

EIB projects drive major net emissions reductions, annual Sustainability Report shows

EIB-backed projects will help significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, according to the EIB Group’s Sustainability Report for 2023. EIB Group continued to lower the carbon footprint of its internal operations. Report highlights EIB Group’s commitment to climate action and confirms group is on track to meet its ambitious 2030 targets. The European Investment Bank (EIB) […]

HOSPITALITY

Tea vs. Coffee: Exploring the Caffeine Content -7 Surprising Facts Revealed!

Introduction In the realm of beverages, few rivalries are as iconic as the age-old debate between tea and coffee...

Jane Eyre Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir 2015

$48.00 (original price) At 8 years old I think I have caught it at a good time while it...

The Culinary Delight of Melbourne: Top Cafés and Restaurants to Satisfy Your Palate

1. Brunetti Oro: A Gold Standard in Culinary Excellence When it comes to Melbourne's culinary scene, Brunetti Oro stands...

TRAVEL / TOURISM

Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkOt1nWTKfQ   The Shrine of Remembrance is Victoria’s largest and most visited war memorial of national significance, and one of...

The Melbourne Zoological Gardens

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCN8tM5xQnY&t=148s Observe wildlife from around the world at Melbourne Zoo Royal Park, 55 acres of land donated by the...

Drysdale, Victoria

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MO5b5qL3D-g Drysdale is a rural township located on the Bellarine Peninsula. The town itself has a population of around...

LIFESTYLE

Cupid’s Clicks: 7 UGC Hacks for a Viral Valentine’s

Cupid's arrow may strike hearts, but in 2024, user-generated content (UGC) is aiming for your audience's engagement. Forget...

Home Removal Tips to Really Help You Save Money

Looking for ways to streamline your next move? From budgeting wisely and cleaning smartly, removalists Geelong have some...

How RPBA Matches People with Responsible Dog Breeders

Part of cat or dog breeding in Australia is looking for ways to reach out to animal lovers....

HEALTH / MEDICINE / MIND / FITNESS

Practical Tips for Alleviating Back Pain During Long Work Hours

Hey there! Are you spending hours glued to your desk, typing away or staring at a screen? If...

Some regular health hazards men face now

Health hazard was always there for men, but in the last two decades, it has increased to a...

NEW RESEARCH FINDS PLACENTA CELLS MAY LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE

  Scientists from La Trobe University and the Hudson Institute have demonstrated that cells from placentas could have therapeutic benefits...

ART / CULTURE

Surf Coast Arts Trail: Peter Day, statement sculptures from the heart

Moggs Creek sculptor Peter Day finds many of the components for his ‘artivist’ work where Surf Coast land...

The Way I See It exhibition at Queenscliff Gallery

The Way I See It: Marian Blank, Moli Carew, Kati Thamo, and Sophia Xeros-Constantinides In The Way I See It,...

Monkey Baa Theatre presents Possum Magic. April 5-13 – MPAC & Geelong Arts

Monkey Baa Theatre Company presents Possum Magic Geelong Arts Centre and Monash Performing Arts Centre this April Monkey Baa Theatre...

FEATURES / BLOGGERS

Jane Eyre Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir 2015

$48.00 (original price) At 8 years old I think I have caught it at a good time while it...

VIGNA CANTINA Sangiovese 2017 Barossa Valley $28.00

I met Torzi Matthews some years back, my memory is not so good these days, however, the story...

Domaine Laroche Chablis – Saint Martin – France 2020

$39.00 - 350 ml  In the glass a slight green tinge around the rim. In the mouth, this Chablis has...

GLENELF HUNT

Find the elves and win this festive season 29 November 2021 The ‘Glenelf Hunt’ is here and families are invited...

AL MARTINO

AMERICAN SINGER AND ACTOR Al Maritno was an American singer and actor. He had his greatest success as a...

Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkOt1nWTKfQ   The Shrine of Remembrance is Victoria’s largest and most visited war memorial of national significance, and one of...

The Melbourne Zoological Gardens

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCN8tM5xQnY&t=148s Observe wildlife from around the world at Melbourne Zoo Royal Park, 55 acres of land donated by the...

Drysdale, Victoria

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MO5b5qL3D-g Drysdale is a rural township located on the Bellarine Peninsula. The town itself has a population of around...

National Wool Museum – Geelong

No other Australian City can boast Geelong's diversity and concentration of wool related industries and activities.  In fact,...

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ALMOST 5,000 RUNNERS MARK INAUGURAL BALLARAT MARATHON FESTIVAL, RAISING OVER $100,000

2024 Ballarat Marathon More than 4,700 people made history by taking part in the inaugural Ballarat Marathon festival this weekend, almost doubling...

Seasonal Vehicle Maintenance Tips for Australian Weather 

Australia's changing weather can pose challenges for your vehicle. Whether it's the blazing heat of summer, heavy rainfall,...

LOCAL ANGLER SECURES TOP SPOT IN HOOKED ON TUNA COMPETITION

A local angler has secured the top spot in the Hooked on Tuna fishing competition, reeling in a...

RIP TO RIVER

A 10 km surf beach run from "The Rip" at Point Lonsdale to Ocean Grove near the Barwon...

SANTA VISITS LUCKY HIGHTON FAMILY

Santa has visited one lucky family early this year. The Maddrell family from Highton enjoyed the early visit...

NORTHSIDE CHURCH & COMMUNITY CENTER – Salvation Army

Here at Northside Church and Community Center we endeavour to walk the journey with people to build capacity...

CITY OF GREATER GEELONG – GEELONG NATURE FORUM

The Geelong Nature Forum 'Where the Rivers Run' celebrates the wonderful animal and plant life of our region’s...

RUN 4 GEELONG

Run4Geelong Barwon Health holds a special place in the hearts of the people of Geelong and the Barwon Health...

SPOT A SOUTHERN RIGHT WHALE – **COMPETITION**

Competition - spot a whale and win Competition overview Council, Great Ocean Road Regional Tourism and The Department of Environment,...

WINNER ANNOUNCED – COUNTESS CAROLINE’S ANNUAL FOOTY TIPPING COMPETITION

  CONGRATULATIONS KAREN LANGMAIR WINNER COUNTESS CAROLINE'S FOOTY TIPPING COMPETITION 2021 This is the third year I have run my footy...

GEELONG’S BEST KID BUSKER COMPETITION [now till 3rd Oct]

Central Geelong’s Best KID Busker Online Competition 2021 October 2021 School Holidays The 2021 Central Geelong’s Best KID Busker Competition will be...

TWO FEET & HEARTBBEAT WALK – GEELONG

Charity walk and community market. Two Feet & A Heartbeat is for HeartKids families to pay tribute to their...