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Is your heating ready for the Surf Coast cold snap?
4+ hour, 26+ min ago (377+ words) WITH the coldest nights of 2026 so far set to sweep across Victoria's southwest coast, Surf Coast residents know all too well what a bitter winter can feel like. Before you reach for the remote and crank up the heat, it…...
Is your heating ready for the Bellarine's cold snap?
4+ hour, 26+ min ago (373+ words) WITH the coldest nights of 2026 so far set to sweep across Victoria's coast, Bellarine residents know all too well what a bitter winter can feel like. Before you reach for the remote and crank up the heat, it pays to…...
Are you being a good neighbour? Prevent Serrated tussock from spreading
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (207+ words) Serrated tussock is spread by wind, vehicles, machinery, stock, people and water. PREVENTING serrated tussock from establishing on your property is the best method of control and is best done prior to seeding. Unless already controlled, tussock plants should be…...
Practical tips for road trippers looking to explore vic this winter
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (614+ words) Stay prepared and enjoy every moment of your Victoria winter road trip. It's also worth checking your tyres are properly inflated and have sufficient tread, especially with wet and slippery winter conditions in Victoria. Make sure your lights, windscreen wipers…...
First time watching the Pro? Here's what you need to know
2+ mon, 2+ day ago (732+ words) IT'S the longest-running professional surf contest in the world and winning is considered a career-defining moment. This is the Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach. For seasoned fans, it is a highlight of the year. For others, the scoring and…...
Enhancing local impact through strategic community development in Australia
2+ mon, 4+ day ago (512+ words) Times News Group Enhancing local impact through strategic community development in Australia Explore how community development in Australia drives sustainable growth through local engagement, economic diversification, and inclusive strategies. Community development in Australia has evolved into a sophisticated framework aimed…...
Autumn Home Maintenance: prepare your property for the cool shift
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (573+ words) Prepare your home for winter with these autumn home maintenance tips. Learn how to inspect electrics, clean gutters, service heating and seal draughts. Autumn is here in Australia, bringing us many autumnal delights and cooler weather." For those who aren't…...
Town by Town Snapshot: Aireys Inlet
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (485+ words) THE size of Aireys Inlet is approximately 20. 2sqkm. The population of Aireys Inlet was 2016 was 802 people. By 2021, the population was 979, showing a population growth of 22. 1 per cent in the area during that time. Tucked between cliffs and beaches along Victoria's Surf…...
How to make the gym stick this January
5+ mon, 5+ day ago (386+ words) NORTHERN Rivers gyms are gearing up for their busiest weeks of the year, as Christmas memberships are redeemed and fresh New Year resolutions push people back through the doors. January is traditionally peak season for gym sign-ups across the country,…...