Journaling as a Mindfulness Tool: How to Start
From Eastern Beach to Highton libraries, Geelong locals are discovering daily writing as a mindful practice-and it’s easier to begin than you think.
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Free, social and outdoors: where to find the best parkrun near you in Geelong
With winter barely loosening its grip and wellness costs climbing, Geelong's free weekly parkrun events are pulling bigger crowds than ever, here's how to find your nearest start line.
Follow the Money: How $240 Million in Fresh Capital Is Turning Geelong Into a Tech Hub That Investors Can't Ignore
A surge of venture funding and government grants is landing in Geelong's innovation corridor, and the startups cashing in are growing faster than the city can build desks for them.
New Residents Connect Electricity, Gas, Water, Internet in Geelong
A guide to connecting electricity, gas, water, and NBN internet when moving to Geelong or the Surf Coast region.
Geelong's Rental Yields Outpace Melbourne As Investors Seek Better Returns
As capital growth slows across the metro, Geelong's combination of affordable entry prices and competitive rental returns is attracting a new wave of property investors seeking better cash flow.
First-Home Buyers Face Shrinking Affordability Gap in Geelong Rental Market
As landlords push for rent hikes across the region, Geelong's affordability advantage is narrowing-and renters are being priced out faster than buyers can save a deposit.
Best Suburbs to Live in Geelong 2026: By Lifestyle, Family Size and Budget
The best suburbs to live in Geelong in 2026: waterfront Newtown, family-friendly Belmont, affordable Corio, and the best areas near the Geelong CBD.
Geelong Women Boost Wellbeing Through Community Connection and Movement
From waterfront walks to community support, discover how local mums and carers are prioritising their wellbeing-and how you can too.
Geelong Nutrition Experts Share 5 Diet Changes
Local specialists reveal practical strategies to help residents transform eating habits without guilt or complexity.
Geelong Women Build Stronger Families Through Community Wellness Programs
From the Barwon River to community groups, discover how local women are prioritising their own wellbeing-and why it matters for the whole family.
Geelong Investors Achieve Double-Digit Rental Yields, Outpacing Melbourne
As capital growth slows in established suburbs, Geelong's outer precincts are delivering the rental returns investors have been chasing-and the numbers are compelling.
Schools in Geelong: Guide for Families 2026
Find the best schools in Geelong, including government selective entry, Catholic education, and independent schools for families across the Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula.
Getting Around Geelong 2026: Trains, Buses, Roads and Cycling Explained
How to get around Geelong: the Metro train and bus network, cycling paths, driving and parking, and connections to Melbourne in 2026.
Jobs in Geelong 2026: Top Industries, Major Employers and Salary Guide
The biggest employers and job sectors in Geelong in 2026, median salaries by industry, where to find work, and what the Ford legacy and new industries mean for regional job seekers.
Best Retinol Products Geelong: Retinol vs Retinal Guide
Compare retinol, retinal and PDRN anti-ageing ingredients. Find affordable Korean skincare products for your skin type in Geelong.
American basketball import finds her footing at Geelong United after college career
Reagan Bass, a 23-year-old from the United States, is settling into her first NBL1 South season with the Cats.
Give Where You Live launches tax-time appeal to keep philanthropy local
The foundation urges Geelong residents to direct tax-deductible donations toward organisations solving problems in their own region.
Salary survey reveals what Geelong businesses must do to stay competitive in hiring
The Hays Salary Guide points to shifting workforce expectations that demand immediate strategic decisions from Geelong employers.