by Tourism Geelong & The Bellarine | Sep 3, 2021 | 5 Minute Reads, COVID-19
Regional Victoria and Melbourne likely to be divided again With case numbers still rising, the Premier today announced that Melbourne would continue the current restrictions until September 23, when it is anticipated that 70% of Victorians will have had their first...
by Tourism Geelong & The Bellarine | Aug 24, 2021 | 5 Minute Reads
Statement from the premier 24/08/21 Every Victorian aged 16 years and over will be eligible to access a coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine at state-run vaccination centres from tomorrow, under an expansion of the state vaccine program that will further help Victoria reach...
by Tourism Geelong & The Bellarine | Aug 24, 2021 | 5 Minute Reads, Events
Tourism Workforce Upskilling Program We’ve done heaps of research, and as our four-year corporate plan indicates, we need to invest in the people within our industry. Sure, our beaches and landscapes are beautiful, but the reason our industry thrives is because of the...
by Tourism Geelong & The Bellarine | Aug 23, 2021 | 5 Minute Reads, COVID-19, Events
Support for Regional Victorian Businesses. We know the hasty announcement of lockdown yesterday was a blow to many businesses just starting to find their way forward. With the announcements of financial support coming today to cover the projected lockdown period until...
by Tourism Geelong & The Bellarine | Aug 20, 2021 | 5 Minute Reads, COVID-19, Events
As we know, it’s hard to find good hospo staff at the best of times, especially right now. As an organisation, we’re on a mission to support and invest in the knowledge, passion and growth of those working within the local wine and hospitality sectors. To...
by Tourism Geelong & The Bellarine | Jul 30, 2021 | 5 Minute Reads, COVID-19, Small Business Owners
Wed, 28 July Welcome to day one of reduced restrictions across Victoria. Today, the state government announced a series of grants as part of a $400 million support package jointly funded by the Commonwealth government. There are five funds, here’s a breakdown:...
by Tourism Geelong & The Bellarine | Jul 27, 2021 | 5 Minute Reads, COVID-19
Executive Director Update – 27 July 2021 Well done Victoria! It’s been hard, but we need to be proud of what we’ve achieved. Today, the Premier has announced that as of 11:59pm tonight, state wide restrictions will ease, with the updated changes to...
by Tourism Geelong & The Bellarine | Jul 23, 2021 | 5 Minute Reads, COVID-19
The Victorian Government has announced a range of new supports to bolster communities and businesses most affected by the current restrictions. An injection of $282.5 million means 90,000 businesses and sole traders will now share in up to $484.3 million in support...
by Tourism Geelong & The Bellarine | Jun 25, 2021 | 5 Minute Reads, Advertising & Marketing
One of the main benefits for tourism operators with a Tourism Greater Geelong & The Bellarine membership is their online profile. It tells visitors where you are, what you do and where to find you. By completing this one profile you will be seen on...
