Newtown

The menu has a Middle Eastern edge. — 14.5/20

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Victoria

Barwon Edge

Local landmark enters its peerless era.

2 months ago

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Two Noble’s snacks include a Chinese take on oysters kilpatrick and scallops with charred corn custard.

Just open

All aboard the G-train: Three new restaurants to try in Geelong

Need further proof Geelong dining is on the up? Here are three fresh places to add to your must-visit list.

September 17, 2023
Gail Thomas

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Courts

Former teen footballer sues Geelong Football Club over alleged rape

A former Geelong under-19s footballer is suing the club after he was allegedly raped by a group of older players in the 1980s.

April 8, 2023
Ashleigh McMillan

Dr Nisha Khot fears women in the Geelong area seeking procedures, including terminations, will face challenges because these treatments are not available at Catholic health provider St John of God.

Hospitals

‘Difficult day’: Geelong maternity unit to close within two months

Epworth Healthcare confirmed on Thursday it would close its maternity unit on March 31, despite a local baby boom that has birth rates well above the state average.

February 2, 2023
Aisha Dow and Melissa Cunningham

Byron Bay’s median house value fell 23.9 per cent last year, but is still well up on pre-pandemic levels.

Property prices

The sea change spots where homes are selling at a discount

Popular sea and tree change destinations where prices soared during the property boom have recorded steep price falls amid the downturn, and flood-affected regions have borne the brunt.

January 20, 2023
Kate Burke

Ocean Grove is among the pockets of regional Victoria where the median house price is at least $1 million.

Victoria residential property

Victorian regional hotspots that have joined the million-dollar club

Still dreaming of a sea-change for a better lifestyle and more affordable property? In some coastal pockets, the median house price is higher than in Melbourne.