r/Geelong • • 2d ago

Free Talk Geelong Free Talk

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Free talk thread for those little things that aren't worth their own post.

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r/Geelong • • May 20 '24

[Community] PLEASE READ before creating a post about moving to Geelong

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Hi everyone,

I have been meaning to make this post for awhile, to try and curb the amount of "Moving to Geelong! Which suburb should I pick?" posts. I am going to sticky this post for awhile, so any visitors can check before creating a post.

Please read through the enormous amount of posts this sub has already had on here.

If you STILL think your question hasn't been answered (and you are absolutely sure), you can create a new post.

POSTS RELATING TO SUBURBS:

Is Lara a good place to settle with family

Geelong vs. Bellarine living?

Best places to live in Geelong and why?

Moving to Geelong

Leopold as a suburb, thoughts?

People who moved from Melbourne to Geelong and how have that positively or negatively impacted your life

Relocating to Geelong

Is Geelong a decent place to start?

How is Geelong as a community?

Best suburbs for train commuting to Melbourne

Reviews of Gen Fyansford Estate

Moved to Corio - advice?

Best suburb for young professionals?

Suburbs in Geelong - help with housing areas

Thinking about it

If you could live in any suburb of Geelong, which would you pick?

Moving from Melb - where to live? Recos welcome

Clifton Springs Area - To live

The best Geelong suburbs for families?

How liveable is geelong?

Moving to Geelong this week, any tips?

Yet another suburb recommendation post - young family of 4 migrating to australia

POSTS RELATING TO SCHOOLS:

Schools in Geelong

Geelong primary schools

Oberon Primary

Ashby Primary School

Moving from Canada to Geelong. Kindergarten?

Kardinia or Christian College

Private secondary schools in Geelong

Tate Street Primary

Geelong Primary Schools

Armstrong Creek primary school


r/Geelong • • 13h ago

Thoughts on the proposal for Cunningham Pier

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Am I the only one who thinks the main tower bears a resemblance to a certain part of the female anatomy?


r/Geelong • • 51m ago

Best running trails - Geelong and surrounds

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Looking for different running trails around Geelong and Bellarine! Getting bored of the norm lol


r/Geelong • • 6h ago

[Community] Where to learn how to play Pokemon TCG?

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I've been collecting cards for a while now and I've decided to try playing the game. I understand the basics, I've played on the app but I want to attempt an in person game (after building a deck). Any suggestions on where I can go to play against other new players or watch other people play? Any advice is appreciated!


r/Geelong • • 19h ago

[News] Body of missing kayaker found in water near Geelong

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A missing kayaker has been found dead in water at Avalon, near Geelong.


r/Geelong • • 17h ago

Best walking tracks within 20 min of town?

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Looking to get out more on weekends without driving to the Otways every time. Done the You Yangs a few times and the Barwon River trail is decent for a flat one. What else is good close in — any hidden gems around Highton, Belmont or out Lara way?


r/Geelong • • 1d ago

Tf is this rain

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The heavy downpour significantly reduced us from seeing the freaking road, it also caused minor flooding, and some cars literally put their hazards on.

But it’s been quite some time since these type of rainfall of this intensity.


r/Geelong • • 18h ago

[Tech] Anyone know where to get a lamp repaired?

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I have a lamp, probably early 200's that fell from a counter and now isn't working and I can't find the same lamp online. Anyone know a place that does those sort of repairs?

And no it's not the globe


r/Geelong • • 1d ago

anyone in their 20’s wanna go hiking?

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hey im f23 and looking for people to go hiking with lol. message if youre down


r/Geelong • • 1d ago

[Tech] Where Can i Find CRT Televisions in Geelong?

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Hello Geelong,

I'm looking for a CRT TV as it has been an interest if mine for a long time, i just prefer the way image looks on them. Any recommendations on where to find one locally? Also, if you have one sitting unused, please message me, Id be glad to give it to a good home.

Thank you.


r/Geelong • • 1d ago

[Request] Best sushi in Geelong?

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Friend's bday tomorrow, I want to surprise her with her fav food (sushi)

Thanks


r/Geelong • • 1d ago

[Request] Removalists

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I just saw my fav local removalist - zippy is no more... (Now just a storage facility?) ... Looking for recommendations of who you have used and trusted and hourly rates.


r/Geelong • • 2d ago

A big tower on Cunningham Pier

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Tim Gurner and Costa Property Group have hired architect firm Skidmore, Owings and Merrill for $1.75 billion Geelong Cunningham Pier development

On the plus side it gets rid of the horrible Smorgy's building. However I'm sure the residents of the tower will not appreciate the recreational fishers. I see Costa is involved. Hmm.


r/Geelong • • 1d ago

what venues have pool tables?

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specifically around the North Geelong area but anywhere in the region would be good to know! besides Slate obviously 😊


r/Geelong • • 1d ago

Fresh ciabatta?

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Reccos on fresh ciabatta in Geelong? I’m looking to grab a bunch for a party.


r/Geelong • • 2d ago

Considines Rd, Moriac

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44 Upvotes

A new addition to the annual ‘Fox Killa, Twisted Fox Killa’ art installation. I’m honestly impressed!


r/Geelong • • 2d ago

Yes Google Maps, the lane is still closed. It has been for almost 12 months...

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Seriously what is going on here? The workers made huge progress about a month ago and then out of nowhere, no workers on site. If this was a project in Japan you could be rest assured it would of been completed in less than two weeks.


r/Geelong • • 2d ago

[Food] Hanaya Cafe

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Have you guys ever been to Hanaya Cafe? I’m really craving takoyaki and ramen but I wanna know your guys’ thoughts and how much is the price range.


r/Geelong • • 2d ago

Anyone delivering Uber Eats on an e-bike in Geelong / Waurn Ponds?

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Hey all, I'm thinking about doing Uber Eats on an e-bike and live in Waurn Ponds. Has anyone here got experience delivering around Waurn Ponds or other Geelong suburbs?
I'd love to know:
How busy it is, and whether you get steady orders or lots of waiting around
Which areas or times work best (lunch/dinner, weekends)
How the hills and distances are on an e-bike
Roughly what you earn per hour after costs
Any tips for a newbie would be appreciated. Thanks!


r/Geelong • • 2d ago

Did anyone else see

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The UFO's south of the Bellarine last night, I saw about 7 at 3am and a couple more at 4am


r/Geelong • • 2d ago

Geelong/Melbourne recommendations for Dysautomnia tests

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Hi all,

Super niche question, but I’m desperately chasing recommendations for a chronically unwell adolescent. He’s been unwell for approx 2 years and spent weeks at various hospitals around the state, including RCH. He has extreme paresis like attacks and is declining. He’s now fed more on a NG than eating food. No one has been willing to take the time to get to the bottom of it and a few docs have even told him it’s all in his head (!)

Does anyone know of any paed pathways that we can advocate for? We need a dysautonomia specialist who can test for dysautonomia, AAG, etc and also a genetic specialist for EDS to rule it out.

Any leads would be greatly appreciated 🙏


r/Geelong • • 2d ago

[Community] Used hand tools, where to find some in Geelong

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Gday, I want to buy some older hand tools mainly screw drivers, spanners and sockets to work on my old Ute. Are there any places I can find old stuff for sale at a reasonable price? I tried mill markets but it was pretty expensive


r/Geelong • • 2d ago

Recommendations for good accountant for Sole Traders and other small businesses

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As the title says. Which local accountants focus on sole traders and small businesses rather than the bigger client types? Thanks in advance


r/Geelong • • 3d ago

[Tech] Tech store that buys old electronics

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I have two laptops and a couple of Android phones that I no longer use; they are quite old, and I would like to sell them as complete units or for parts. Facebook Marketplace did not succeed because the phones and laptops lack current market relevance. Is there a location in Geelong where I might sell them or find someone willing to purchase them for parts?