The Barwon Health Foundation launch ‘Shaka Up for Mental Health’

With its origins shrouded in complete mystery, the shaka has become one of Hawaii’s hallmark gestures – and one that…

A timely reminder, don’t ignore the love you have

Forte crew! This one is for those fellow single readers out there. If Iso is bringing up all the feels…

Big Love Elopements is the lover’s lockdown antidote

If you or a loved one had been planning a huge throwdown wedding this year only to be thwarted by…

Victoria’s state of emergency to be extended for up to six months… and no, that doesn’t mean six months of restrictions

After a marathon late-night sitting overnight, a law change to extend Victoria’s state of emergency has passed the state’s Upper…

There’s now a dedicated road trauma memorial on Geelong’s Waterfront

Often when we think of architecture, we think about the notion of sheltering. However, memorials are among the few types…

The Victorian government is developing a plan for re-opening the state

The Victorian government is consulting with a range of health experts, industries, unions and community organisations to develop a ‘COVID…

There’s a very relevant psychological reason we’re all feeling like shit

I’m usually quite a chipper, positive and bubbly human, even in the worst of times, but returning indoors for the…

Geelong’s Type 1 Foundation is hosting a comedy night with Dave Hughes and Dave O’Neil

As we get deeper and deeper into round two of lockdown in Victoria, binge-watching content online has evolved from a…

Here are the local legends nominated for the annual Geelong Business Excellence Awards

Each year the Geelong Business Excellence awards brings together some of the most creative, innovative and thriving businesses that have…

The National Wool Museum has launched a series of free online fashion courses and craft tutorials

Did you know that Australia is the second-highest consumer of clothing worldwide per year? Or that across the globe we…

Australia Post announce cut offs for Father’s Day cards, parcels and express

The outbreak of the COVID-19 this year has forced the federal government to implement social distancing rules, travel restrictions and…

Four tips for managing your anxiety during stressful times

Hey Forte Crew! One of the things I love about Instagram is the ability to have 100% autonomy over how…

Dan Andrews is seeking a 12-month extension on Victoria’s state of emergency. Here’s what that means

Yesterday Premier Dan Andrews has announced that he intends to extend Victoria’s ‘state of emergency’ for an extra 12 months…

Entries for Geelong’s 2021 calendar photo competition close this Friday

Gone are the days of wall calendars with cute kitten pictures, ‘funny’ cartoons and questionable motivational messages. Now it’s all…

Here’s where you can buy fabric face masks that give back to the community

It’s been a couple of weeks now since it was made mandatory for Victorians to wear face masks in public…

The Streets Barbershop are donating funds to R U OK Day for every mullet and buzz cut next Monday

Over the past 12 months, The Streets Barbershop has become renowned as a thriving hub of social action, with the…

Mamamia founder Mia Freedman leads this year’s Geelong Small Business Festival

With Geelong home to some of the most creative, innovative and thriving small businesses who are currently navigating through uncertain…

Here’s where to find help if you’re struggling with mental health this lockdown

As we return indoors for a another wave of lockdown, it’s more important than ever that you keep your mental…

Entries are still open for Platform Arts $5000 artist residency

Applications are closing in two weeks for Platform Youth Arts’ new, free program in Geelong to support emerging artists to…

Geelong Arts Centre announce $16,000 in grant funding for local creatives

While the future of the arts remains in a state of limbo as the coronavirus pandemic continues, the Geelong Arts…

Here’s everything you need to know about face masks

It’s been a week now since it was made mandatory for residents in regional Victoria to wear masks when they…

Treat yourself, Hunter Gatherer is now online for all your second hand and vintage clothing desires

While vintage and thrift shopping tends to be more of a ‘in-real-life’ activity (as anyone who’s ever bought a pair…

#ToAMateThatMatters is an initiative making it easier to check in on those important to you

With the return of lockdown 2.0 and the execution of harsher restrictions, the feeling of human connection has never felt…

The federal government is investing $7.3 million into mental health support for Victorians

As Melburnians brace themselves for a six-week stage four lockdown and regional Victoria prepares to enter a stage three lockdown,…

 

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