Why dont people in Geelong turn their headlights on when driving in torrential rain, whats the benefit.

Not Geelong specific and I am a simple man but l love watching people who have reverse parked at a shopping centre and realise that they have backed up to a wall, post, another car or garden bed and can’t get behind their car to load their groceries in. Seeing someone standing in a garden bed trying to stop their trolley rolling down the footpath makes me smile. Also because I am a hypocrite l have done it myself

I’m craving a rich velvety dark hot chocolate in this weather- anyone knows a good place??

Hi everyone! Sorry if this is the wrong place to post, I don't post often. I’m (20yr NB) looking for some advice on making friends, joining clubs, or finding some new hobbies around Geelong.

I’ve been feeling pretty isolated for a while. I lost most of my social life during high school after developing chronic fatigue syndrome following COVID, which meant I was mostly housebound/bedbound for a couple of years. I’ve improved a lot since then, but rebuilding a social circle has been harder than I expected. I’m also feeling quite bored and would like to do something new.

I’ve been studying a BA/BSc at Deakin for the last couple of years, but I haven’t really managed to make close friends. I’ve tried joining some uni clubs, but Waurn Ponds feels pretty quiet outside of classes. I’m considering travelling to Burwood more often in order to make some friends as they seem to have very active clubs, but I’d also love to find things closer to home.

Before getting sick I was pretty active, so I’m looking to slowly get back into that kind of lifestyle and try some new things.

A bit about me:

• Live near Geelong Waterfront.
• Studying Arts/Science at Deakin (thinking of studying Masters of Teaching)
• Interested in cooking, music, movies (especially SciFi), swimming, hiking/walking, DnD and politics (don’t worry, I’m friendly and enjoy talking across the aisle).
• I’d love to try something social like a team sport (although I have never played a team sport before), sailing, flying, or a hiking group. I’m considering joining the Geelong yacht club to do a course in order to meet others/gain a new skill.

I’d really like to find a community where I can feel like I belong and make some genuine friendships.

Does anyone have advice for making friends, or recommendations for clubs, sports, volunteering, classes, or social groups around Geelong? Or if anyone is also looking for new friends, I’d be happy to grab a coffee sometime! Happy to meet up with people from all ages, I'm not picky :)

the parking is no longer free for the first 2 hours? am i doing something wrong?

I'm going to be relocating to Geelong soon and had a quick question about the local setup. Are there any local clinic or pharmacies in Geelong that regularly keep stock for eScripts?

I can get it delivered from my current clinic but I would like to switch to a local one if is there any chance.

Thanks!

I was yet again pondering all the great landmarks, natural features and forgotten relics of this great city when I came up with an idea?

What are the Seven Wonders of Geelong?

Comment one place that you think deserves to be on the list, and tell us why.

Entries should be iconic, nostalgic, or unique to the Greater Geelong region.

We encourage stories, reasonings, and opinions of what even constitutes as "Pivotonian Wonder."

Once we've received enough nominations, we'll create a daily elimination game until only seven wonders remain.

Hi everyone,

We’re redoing our front garden and would love to purchase our plants from a local nursery. I’ve noticed that several nurseries offer paid garden design services, has anyone used one of these and found it worthwhile?

Are there any nurseries in the Geelong area that you would particularly recommend for garden design and plant selection?

TIA!

I’m craving fresh Turkish delight in the original flavour. I saw a video last night of Turkish delight and weirdly that’s all I can think of and am craving. I’m not eating much cause most things are making me gag and I’m in pain and sick most of the time, but I could really do with a cube of Turkish delight. I’ve tried looking for some today in the Waurn Ponds area and I couldn’t find anything. I’ve checked all supermarkets too and they only have Turkish Delight covered in chocolate and the thought and smell of chocolate is making me gag. Any suggestions to find some around the Waurn Ponds or Highton area would be appreciated. I will be up in North Geelong this week too for appointments so if there are any suggestions in that area, let me know too, thanks!

you were sitting behind me and had a nose ring, was wearing a grey hoodie, black pants and sports glasses that looked like these: https://www.bolle.com.au/collections/sports-sunglasses/products/shifter-titanium-matte. I wouldn’t ever have the confidence to speak to you but you seemed really cool and if by chance you are an artist of sorts I would love to check out your work.

I'm starting to get very serious about riding a motorcycle and getting all the gear and a learner permit etc but just wanted to see other peoples experiences on the road around the Geelong Area that ride, Have you had many issues with other motorists not seeing you or nearly colliding with you?

In the corner there is some weird writing on the road like some sort of calculation

Hii, I've just done a lot of reading on transport in Geelong. Would love to hear insights on what it's like to buy and own a second-hand car there. Is it accessible, an easy/ difficult process, how are services? I'm open to hearing anything about the situation, dealers etc.

On a second note, what's it actually like learning to drive and driving there?
Thank you!

Hello. I'm just wondering how public transport is in Geelong? I might be potentially moving there to start a course at Deakin, and want to know if public transport is good for getting around the city, moving around, daily commute etc. Or is it preferable to own a car? Is that more convenient?

Thank you!

Looking for recommended electrolysis in the area. Wanting best practice, no judgement service

Hello! Can anyone recommend any salons / hairdressers that are doing keratin straightening treatments or similar? They’re becoming harder and harder to find unfortunately. Thanks :)

I'm in the market for a new car was set on a Mazda CX-3, however, I'm also looking at the Chery Tiggo 4 as I want a small SUV.

Is Chery actually as good as people say they are?

Are parts cheap for servicing unlike European cars?

Pros and cons?

I'm all ears! Thanks :)

What restaurants have been on point lately or are a timeless classic? Newish to the area and want to treat my wife to a nice meal. Cheers

Hi all.

I am out of my depths here. A partly estranged family member has taken out a vexatious restraining order against me, which I believe they’re using for other purposes rather than for safety (we haven’t had in person contact for nearly a decade and don’t talk directly, and they use these things as weapons to control, also their claims aren’t real violence)
I contested it, it went to further better and particulars, and my response pointed out all the inconsistencies, the facts they got wrong, the lying, and just the fact that the whole damn thing is speculation.
At the mention hearing, their lawyer is mad and we will be going to a contested hearing, he’s coming across like it’s gonna be a full blown criminal hearing, talking about subpoenas and stuff. He’s a bloody ex police prosecutor too.

*I need a specialised lawyer, one who is experienced in messy, muddy hearings and dealing with vindictive, delusional people*
I don’t know how to find who’s right or good, or truly vet them. I’ve heard too many horror stories of lawyers saying all yep yep yep and then being shit, or dropping off once they’re paid.

**It’s important I find a psychopath of a lawyer. **
Thank you

I’m wanting to find the cheapest place for a haircut in geelong, for women!!