City of Dreams

Located in the beautiful coastal village of Point Lonsdale, the Point Lonsdale Guest House is a home away from home! Built in 1884 and originally known as Terminus House, the Guest House has 22 charming rooms and is one of the more substantial accommodation providers on the Bellarine – and a location like no other. […] The post Point Lonsdale Guest House – Flouch’s Restaurant appeared first on Podcast Now.

Geelong Port is Victoria's second largest behind Port of Melbourne, managing close to 12 million tonnes of cargo and 600 vessel visits per year. For over 150 years, the Port of Geelong has been an integral part of the economic and social fabric of our community. And exciting news is around the corner. In April […] The post Geelong Port – Spirit of Tasmania appeared first on Podcast Now.

Built in 1888, the Bellarine Peninsula’s Grand Hotel in Portarlington has undergone a multi-million dollar makeover. Sitting proudly over the main street in Portarlington, looking down to the scenic harbour with views towards Melbourne, the Grand Hotel remains a distinctive feature to the town's shopping precinct. If you’re planning a trip to the Bellarine, this […] The post Grand Hotel Portalington appeared first on Podcast Now.

Driving from Geelong to Barwon Heads, you experience first-hand the growth of the Geelong region, where the expansion of the Armstrong Creek area continues rapidly. The ongoing emergence of both residential communities and town centres, including major retail brands to service the ever-increasing population, sees Armstrong Creek as the largest contiguous growth area in Victoria […] The post Armstrong Creek appeared first on Podcast Now.

Darryn Lyons is a large personality, born and raised in Geelong before carving a successful career in the cut and thrust of the paparazzi globally. He is an entrepreneur, media personality and politician, who rose to prominence in the UK from the early age of 22. He also held the position of Mayor of Geelong […] The post Darryn Lyons appeared first on Podcast Now.

Ant Williams: ‘The Ice Diver’ When you think of extreme sports, one of the top few in the world would be ice diving – free diving in the icy and freezing depths of the ocean below the ice. Based on the Surf Coast, Ant Williams has a passion not for the faint-hearted – in 2019 […] The post Ant Williams appeared first on Podcast Now.

Founded in 1974, Deakin University was named after Alfred Deakin, the second Prime Minister of Australia. It was Victoria’s fourth university, the first in regional Victoria and It has 4 main campuses with two of them located right here in the Geelong region at Waurn Ponds and the Geelong Waterfront. As of 2021, Deakin is […] The post Deakin University appeared first on Podcast Now.

Indonesian born Fritika Ariani (Fitz) had a vision which has become reality – and fast. Frida & Blu is a wholesaler of outstanding Peruvian furniture and homeware, supporting & creating jobs and income for many of the remote and struggling communities in Peru. And one part of the business is based in beautiful Point Lonsdale […] The post Frida & Blue appeared first on Podcast Now.

One of the jewels in the crown on the Geelong Waterfront, is the Royal Geelong Yacht Club. Founded in 1859, it is one of the oldest sailing clubs in Australia – it has a proud history and an exciting future. City of Dreams caught up with Commodore Stuart Dickson, to discuss what this world class […] The post Royal Geelong Yacht Club appeared first on Podcast Now.

Mark Beretta, or Berett’s as he's most commonly known, is Australia’s most-watched Sports Presenter. Appearing for many years on Channel 7's Sunrise, Berrett’s is also a 10-times Australian water ski champion. He is a sports aficionado, covering many major international events over the past 20 years, including 7 Olympic Games, and he is a marathon […] The post Mark Beretta appeared first on Podcast Now.

Geelong Football Club – Part Two The Greatest Team of All Schooled at St Josephs College, Bill McMaster is 91 years young and a household name not just at the GFC, but also at the AFL. His resume includes being a dual Premiership Player, past Coach, and the first-ever full-time VFL/AFL recruiter. City of Dreams […] The post The Greatest Team of All Pt 2. appeared first on Podcast Now.

Geelong Football Club – Part One The Greatest Team of All Formed in 1859, Geelong Football Club is the second oldest club in the AFL, and one of the oldest football clubs in the world. Geelong is also the only regional club in the AFL. In part one, City of Dreams caught up with two […] The post The Greatest Team of All appeared first on Podcast Now.

Port Phillip Ferries. Established in 2016, Port Phillip Ferries is on the way to transforming the way commuters travel to and from Melbourne. Commuting from both the Bellarine, and Geelong, to Melbourne return, Port Phillip Ferries is more than just a passenger ferry – it connects people with first class experiences. The City of Dreams […] The post Port Phillip Ferries appeared first on Podcast Now.

Located only a stone's throw from the beach in Queenscliff, Cottage by the Sea has been providing children with inspiration, fun and opportunity through various programs for over 130 years. Their goal is an important one – enhance the life of children in need, by providing a holiday type environment. And on today’s podcast, I’m […] The post Cottage by the Sea appeared first on Podcast Now.

Episode 13 Provenance Wines Provenance Wines is an award winning 5 star winery, set in a beautiful industrial Cathedral on the banks of the Barwon River. The heritage-listed Paper Mill, where Provenance calls home, is a place to discover beautiful wine, food, art and interesting laneways with eclectic shops and galleries. City of Dreams caught […] The post Provenance Wines appeared first on Podcast Now.

RONE, aka Tyrone Wright, is a Geelong born artist with an international reputation of the highest order. Over the past two decades, his large scale wall paintings and immersive installations are the work of a person with extreme talent. City of Dreams caught up with Tyrone, to chat about how it all began, his amazing […] The post RONE appeared first on Podcast Now.

Meet Miek Paulus, the head baker, owner and the driving force behind what is the ever popular Ket Baker. Based in Wallington, Ket Baker is fast becoming a must visit for both locals and tourists alike. The post Ket Baker appeared first on Podcast Now.

Geelong born and bred, Tim McCallum is one of Australia’s most exciting and loved local performers. His story is one of inspiration, courage and extraordinary talent – the sky’s the limit. The post Tim McCallum appeared first on Podcast Now.

Geelong’s Cartel Coffee Roasters is a much-lauded operation that’s made a name for itself for continually sourcing some of the finest coffee in the world – with a passion to go with it. We catch up with the owner Nathan Johnson to discuss all things coffee and the story behind the cup to crop process. […] The post Coffee Cartel appeared first on Podcast Now.

In 1915, the Prime Minister and Governor General opened one of the more iconic sites in Geelong – the Federal Mills in North Geelong. Wind the clock forward 105 years to 2020, and the historic site has been redeveloped and revitalised to a bustling and innovating business hub within the Geelong region. Cam Hamilton is […] The post Pivot City appeared first on Podcast Now.

Lon Retreat & Spa is a luxurious retreat by the sea at Point Lonsdale, with over 200 acres of rural and conservation land offering a getaway like no other. Claire Gemes, along with her husband Rob, is the owner/operator of Lon Retreat, which spans over 100 years of family history and across family generations. We […] The post Lon Retreat appeared first on Podcast Now.

Meet Lyndsay Sharp – the dynamic co-owner and director of the Sharp Group, who owns and operates venues on the Bellarine, including Jack Rabbit Winery, Leura Park Estate, Flying Brick Cider House and Curlewis Golf Club. Visit Sharp Group here: https://www.thesharpgroup.com.au/   The post The Sharp Group appeared first on Podcast Now.

In the heart of Geelong's vibrant precinct on Little Malop Street, Geelong Cellar Door is a wine bar full of charm and character – with an ambience like no other. Showcasing the many wines of the region, it is a place not to be missed and today we catch up with owner and operator Jonny […] The post Geelong’s very own wine appeared first on Podcast Now.

Established in 1994, the Blues Train is one of Australia’s most spectacular entertainment experiences, offering some of the best live acts and the beautiful scenery of the Bellarine while aboard a heritage train. We meet Hugo Armstrong, the founder and face of the Blues Train. Curious to know more about Blues Train? Visit their website […] The post The Blues Train appeared first on Podcast Now.

Bill Votsaris is the Managing Director of Batman Investments and one of the main reasons behind the revitalisation of the Geelong CBD. He has and continues to make a significant impact on the Geelong lifestyle in terms of hospitality and accommodation. Listen to Bill and what his plans are for Geelong. Listen to Bill and […] The post The Future of Geelong appeared first on Podcast Now.

In this episode of The City Of Dreams Barry chats with the Mayor of Geelong, Stephanie Asher, and together they take us on an adventure of what is happening in Geelong, and the region, and why it really is The City of Dreams.  This episode is sponsored by Ryrie Home, Apartments in Geelong The post The Mayor of Geelong appeared first on Podcast Now.

The Bellarine Distillery is the first distillery on the Bellarine Peninsula and the first in the greater Geelong region since the closure of the Corio Distillery in the 1980's. Established in 2015, Russ Watson and Lorelle Warren have seen a dream now become a reality, and we chat to Russ and business partner Craig Michael […] The post The Whiskery appeared first on Podcast Now.