Sendle shuts down, leaving customers and jobs in limbo
Australian delivery service Sendle has ceased trading immediately, stranding customers and cutting jobs. The carbon-neutral courier rival to Australia Post emailed clients on Sunday.
Australian delivery service Sendle has ceased trading immediately, stranding customers and cutting jobs. The carbon-neutral courier rival to Australia Post emailed clients on Sunday.
Aussies are feuding over beachgoers who reserve prime spots with cabanas then leave them unattended for hours. The Mornington Peninsula Mayor calls for common sense.
Discover Belongas Bay Lodge, a secluded eco-lodge in Lombok only accessible by boat. Offering untouched surf, world-class diving & serene waterfront stays from $117. Plan your escape.
Firefighters have contained a grass fire in St Leonards, Geelong, at a location targeted by arsonists last year. Authorities are investigating the cause. Read the latest.
A 68-year-old Brisbane shop owner, a cancer survivor, fought off two violent intruders posing as delivery drivers with a machete. Police call the calculated attack 'extremely unusual'.
Albany's 200th birthday will be marked by a breathtaking light installation across the Vancouver Peninsula, co-designed with Menang Elders. Experience the spectacle in March 2026.
Police urgently seek public help to find missing 82-year-old Portarlington man, John, who lives with dementia. He was last seen on Tuesday afternoon. If seen, call 000 immediately.
Tropical Cyclone Hayley tore roofs from homes in Lombadina and Djarindjin. While Derby and Broome were spared, remote areas faced 157km/h winds and heavy rain. Read the latest on the clean-up.
The final round of the Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association A1 Grade season is set for a thrilling climax, with three finals places still undecided. See who's in the running.
The Ocean Grove Tranquility Fair brought together thousands for yoga, meditation, and holistic health. Discover how this event fostered community spirit and wellbeing.
A man in his 50s has died after being pulled from the water at Lobster Bay on the Beecroft Peninsula. Police are investigating the incident and have issued a water safety warning.
Geelong Advertiser readers have shared breathtaking photos of the region's landscapes and wildlife. See the stunning winning entries and finalists from our recent competition.
The historic Point Lonsdale Lighthouse foghorn will be silent for New Year's Eve after a motor failure. Parks Victoria is working on a fix for the beloved coastal icon.
Denmark's PostNord has delivered its last letter, ending a 400-year tradition. With Australians sending 75% fewer letters, could this be a sign of things to come?
Tropical Cyclone Hayley, a Category 4 system, is bearing down on WA's Kimberley region, threatening pastoral properties. Rural Aid urges farmers to register now for emergency support and mental health services. #CycloneHayley #Kimberley
A major 400-dwelling development in Raymond Terrace has been denied a fast-track approval by the NSW Housing Delivery Authority, deemed too dense for the area. Read the full details.
Plan your New Year's Eve celebration with our complete guide to fireworks displays across Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula. Find times, locations, and tips for a spectacular night.
Plans revealed for a motel, drive-through coffee and takeaway food precinct at a former Drysdale service station site. The development aims to boost local tourism and convenience.
A popular Bellarine Peninsula fishmonger is gearing up for a massive pre-Christmas rush, expecting to sell over a tonne of prawns in a single day. Get the details on the festive seafood frenzy.
Australians are warned as 'porch pirates' target Christmas parcels, with 1 in 100 packages lost or stolen. Experts reveal how to protect your gifts this holiday season.
A 71-year-old man has been found dead in a cabin at the BIG4 Port Willunga Tourist Park. A 49-year-old Aldinga man has been charged with murder in what police say was not a random attack. Read the latest.
A teenage boy was winched to safety by emergency crews after falling down a cliff at Diamond Bay on the Mornington Peninsula. He was airlifted to hospital with a leg injury.
Ocean Grove's new craft brewery, Pholklore, is set to open its doors on Boxing Day. Discover the local story, the beers on tap, and the family vision behind this exciting addition to the Bellarine Peninsula.
Peninsula Energy has begun a critical acidification phase at its Lance uranium project in Wyoming, USA, keeping it on schedule for first yellowcake production in early 2026. Read the latest update.
Geelong enjoys a perfect sunny day with a top of 24°C. Get the full forecast, UV index, and weekend outlook for the Bellarine and Surf Coast.
Struggling for festive ideas? Our curated guide features perfect last-minute Christmas gifts for mum, dad, kids & more, with deals from Myer & Amazon. Shop now!
South Australia's beaches show major improvement as toxic algal bloom clears, offering reprieve for tourism. Government launches voucher scheme to aid recovery.
International tourists have delivered a $111 million windfall to Geelong and the Bellarine, offsetting a sharp drop in domestic visitor spending. Discover how the region's economy is transforming.
A man has died following a devastating house fire in Ocean Grove. Emergency services responded to the blaze early Monday morning. Read the latest details.
Acting PM Richard Marles announces a new Defence Delivery Agency to manage major projects and curb cost blowouts, but declines to rule out future redundancies. Read the details of the major restructure.