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Pilk Purriyn Traditional Owner truth-telling story to continue

Published on 17 December 2024

Wadawurrung Traditional Owners will welcome Surf Coast Shire community and visitors to Country for a third deep listening event accompanying Pilk Purriyn – sunrise – in Torquay on 26 January 2025.

Feedback sought for proposed cycling corridor between Torquay and Geel

Published on 17 December 2024

The City of Greater Geelong and Surf Coast Shire Council have received analysis grants through the TAC Local Government Grant Program to undertake an options analysis for developing a safe cycling link between Torquay and Geelong.

Cadel raises the bar ahead of Cadel Road Race

Published on 17 December 2024

Cycling legend Cadel Evans has made a sweet pit stop on the Surf Coast in the lead-up to this summer’s Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race (CEGORR).
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Pilk Purriyn

26 January 2025

This Wadawurrung-led truth-telling event is an opportunity for the entire Surf Coast community to come together for deep listening and reflection.

Winchelsea Child and Family Health Open Mornings

19 December 2024

A drop in service for caregivers and their children aged up to school age. Come have a chat and a cuppa, a play and a weigh. Facilitated by a Maternal and Child Health Nurse and Child and Family Support Officer.

Child and Family Health Drop-in sessions

20 December 2024

These sessions are an opportunity to have a chat with a Maternal and Child Health nurse between your regular Key Age and Stage visits.

Lactation consultants are available if you need support with breastfeeding your baby. If possible, arrive when your baby is ready to feed.

No bookings are required to attend.
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