Gosh, it’s been a busy year. So busy that we had no choice but to leave our Christmas video to our Gen Z intern. It’s giving holiday cheer, it’s giving silly vibes, it’s giving cringe (watch with your kids for maximum effect).
Jetsetter: Pearls of Wisdom
Lon Retreat made it onto Jetsetter’s round up of luxurious beauty treatments that incorporate pearls, thanks to a gem of a pitch by our marketing team.
Holidays with Kids: Bellarine Beauty
Our marketing team partnered with Holidays with Kids to showcase why our region is such a summertime holiday hit for families.
Love Exploring: Best tiny hotel rooms
Bellarine Bayside’s beach pods were included in a roundup feature of the world’s most amazing tiny hotel rooms, published online by Love Exploring.
Geelong + Surfcoast Living: Passion Clay
Our media maven pitched Elizabeth Bell Ceramics to Geelong + Surfcoast Living recently, resulting in a five page magazine spread in the Spring 2024 edition.
The Age: Hospo locals breathe new life into historic pub
The Batesford made it into The Age’s Good Food Guide this month, following its acquisition by the team behind Geelong venues Barwon Edge, Felix and Alma.
10 family-friendly breweries and vineyards
Looking for a spot to enjoy a brew with the brood? Our marketing team pitched Flying Brick Cider House for an Escape Magazine round up of the most family friendly breweries in the country.
Herald Sun: Where to eat during Grand Final Weekend
While the Grand Final Weekend has been and gone, the coverage that our publicity team scored is enduring.
Mindfood: Geelong’s rising culinary scene with foodie getaway
Back in February, we hosted Travel Writer Sue Wallace on a famil of The Bellarine which has resulted in a massive print feature in Mindfood Magazine with a media value of $45,000.
Traveller: A guide to the best (short) breaks
Our region was featured in a Traveller cover story about Australia’s best short breaks, which showcased many of our members including Two Noble, Avalon Airport, The Nest, Maestro, and the Geelong Arts Centre.
Australian Traveller: The 14 coolest libraries to visit in Australia
Geelong Library and Heritage Centre made it onto Australian Traveller’s digital round up of “libraries that are not just serving books. they’re serving looks.”
Sydney Morning Herald: 52 Weekends Away
A roundup of the country’s best weekend getaways, pitched by our marketing team. Members featured include Mt Duneed Estate, Felix, Baah Lah! and Two Noble.