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Which do you prefer?

Published 2 months ago • 2 min read

Hi there Reader

An exciting thing happened this week - I got the first designs for the Geelong with Kids branding!

Liana Lucca-Pope from Hello Idea is my go-to graphic designer (she designed the Tot Hot or Not branding) and her designs are so good it’s hard to choose!

So I hope you’ll do me a favour - there's a subtle difference but can you tell me which logo design/tagline you prefer? (just click one, please.)

Thanks so much Reader. Your opinion matters a lot to me.

Joyce xx

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What's On

  • ​​Circus Royale Waurn Ponds​ (Daily until Sun 26 Jan) Circus Royale brings Australia's only 3D Hologram Display and Bonus Animatronic Dinosaur Exhibit to Geelong this school holidays!
  • ​Gallery Tots (Fri 24 Jan) Free sessions to discover works of art through interactive storytelling and play-based activities and adventures with kids 18 months - 4 years.
  • ​Surf Coast Celebration of Sunflowers Challenge Day (Sat 25 Jan) Bring your sunflowers, with fun prizes for all entries, little prizes for creative sunflower-related displays/dress and sunflower story time and activities for children.
  • ​Family Fireworks Cruise (Sat 25 Jan) Come aboard the new Hygeia for a family friendly cruise around the bay. Enjoy the spectacular Fireworks overhead from the best spot in town! You're welcome to bring your Picnic Hamper.
  • ​Lorne Markets (Sat 25 Jan) Find arts and crafts, handmade clothing and jewelry, musical instruments, plants, leather bags, hats, toys, books, household goods, new, recycled and vintage items, as well as yummy international food.
  • ​Barwon Heads Makers Market (Sat 25 Jan) A Makers, Artist, and food products (packaged) market. The artists and makers are from local and regional areas.
  • ​Pilk Purriyn (Sun 26 Jan) Come together for deep-listening and reflection at sunrise on 26 January. The truth-telling event begins with a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony from Wadawurrung Traditional Owners.
  • ​Free Children’s Fun Day Rippleside Park (Sun 26 Jan) Free rides and entertainment, where kids can explore the Interactive Scouts Compound and discover the world of Emergency Services through engaging activities.
  • ​Aireys Inlet Markets (Sun 26 Jan) Boutique market featuring the region's best arts, handcrafted goods, street food, gourmet treats and local produce
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What's Hot

​Festival of Sails​

The annual Festival of Sails in Geelong (Saturday 25 – Sunday 27 January, 2025) sees world-class sailing combined with a fantastic waterfront festival.

Watch the largest keelboat regatta in the Southern Hemisphere from the Geelong foreshore and enjoy free live music. A family-friendly event, there are also fireworks, pop-up bars and plenty of food.​
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​Your Staycation is Calling​

Book your last-minute staycation this long weekend at the stylish Holiday Inn Geelong - it's even got a pool!

​Swim with Dolphins​

If you’ve dreamed of swimming with wild dolphins and seals, Sea All Dolphin Swims run unforgettable expeditions from Queenscliff.

​Farm Fresh Fruit Picking​

You can’t get any fresher than picking your own strawberries at Surf Coast Strawberry Fields.

The farm store also has cold drinks, jams, jam tarts and ice cream!

​I Love To Ride My Bicycle​

Watch the pros battle it out in Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race, or pedal the picturesque roads yourself in the TAC People’s Ride or the Geelong Port Family Ride.

It's all happening Wednesday 29 January – Sunday 2 February, 2025.​
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