Lady tradies
Only two per cent of tradespeople in Australia are women, despite many trades having vacancy rates of half or more. But, as LUKE VOOGT...
In Conversation – Simon Gleeson
From starring on stage in London's West End to life with Mamma Mia's Natalie O'Donnell in Geelong West, Simon Gleeson speaks to LUKE VOOGT...
Artist in Residence – Cromer’s quirky critters
TEN years ago Pete Cromer left the corporate jungle and his career as a graphic designer with a greeting card giant behind.
It was a...
Local Sounds – Rach Brennan
Rach Brennan knew she loved music from a young age but could never quite build up the confidence to go public.
The 24-year-old Geelong singer/songwriter...
Local Love – Prudence and Sean
A dance-floor meeting leads to a temple-top proposal for central Geelong couple Prudence Laws and Sean Stockton.
Where they met
“We first met nine years...
Watch This Face
Learning to play instruments at the age of five was the start of Olivia Foy's musical ambitions.
Now 24, the rising country music singer and...
History Repeated – Protector of The Rip
From the first shots of The Great War to providing one of the region's most-intiguing tourist attractions, Fort Queenscliff is a jewel at the...
Getaways – ’Unique’ Qii House
Heather McFarlane-Kolb’s Qii House at Lorne has been shortlisted in the Unique category of 2018’s HomeAway Holiday Rental Awards.
As the new home of Stayz,...
Ocean Groovy
From sleepy holiday town to thriving lifestyle destination, Ocean Grove’s coastal charm remains intact. JUSTIN FLYNN finds out why ’Grovers’ just can’t stay away....
Night Out – Murphy’s on top
Geelong’s hottest venue has something for everyone with its restaurant and vibrant front and rooftop bars.
Built in 1855, Murphy’s is Geelong’s only Irish...
Home Bodies – Focus on quality
Low-volume builder Howard + Wade hopes to wow the public with its display home at Torquay’s Quay 2, says Lee Howard.
Howard + Wade builds...
Hair and Beauty – Meraki expands again
With its second birthday in November, Salon Meraki Colour Specialists has achieved early success that’s second to none.
After winning Best of the Bay’s...
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Rach Brennan knew she loved music from a young age but could never quite build up the confidence to go public.
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