Geelong History TOURS

05/08/2024

We mow clients' nature strips ....

We mow clients' nature strips .... FOR FREE.

Lawn mowing in Geelong's northern suburbs. Phone us anytime 0414 778 518. Moderate fees.

Ask about special rates for seniors.

28/02/2024

BUSINESS NETWORKING

Ask me for an invite.

Free barista coffee & toastie as well as great business networking

21/02/2024

WHY I'M STILL WORKING

I've done some research, and I’ve found eight reasons why working beyond traditional retirement age is a healthy thing to consider:

Today, happy people want a diversity of experience and the ability to cycle in and out of work and play.

The “stop work” model of retirement may be harmful to one’s health, both physically and mentally.

Being “out of the game” means you are no longer seen as a player, and with that comes the loss of friends and events that you formerly enjoyed.

Traditional retirement brings a change in relationships, and, quite frequently, puts added stress on a marriage.

Once people, particularly high-achievers, retire, they can feel a loss of accomplishment and joy in getting work done.

It pays to keep working, and for many Boomers, there will be a need for additional income.

There’s a need to maintain some structure around one’s life, and some routines are worth keeping, such as leaving the house for work at least some days of the week.

Continuing to learn, and even going back to school, keeps you mentally and physically sharp

21/02/2024

WHY I'M STILL WORKING

I've done some research, and I’ve found eight reasons why working beyond traditional retirement age is a healthy thing to consider:

Today, happy people want a diversity of experience and the ability to cycle in and out of work and play.

The “stop work” model of retirement may be harmful to one’s health, both physically and mentally.

Being “out of the game” means you are no longer seen as a player, and with that comes the loss of friends and events that you formerly enjoyed.

Traditional retirement brings a change in relationships, and, quite frequently, puts added stress on a marriage.

Once people, particularly high-achievers, retire, they can feel a loss of accomplishment and joy in getting work done.

It pays to keep working, and for many Boomers, there will be a need for additional income.

There’s a need to maintain some structure around one’s life, and some routines are worth keeping, such as leaving the house for work at least some days of the week.

Continuing to learn, and even going back to school, keeps you mentally and physically sharp.

07/02/2024

TESTIMONIAL 7 Feb 2024

My husband and I spent a most enjoyable and educational time with Bernard Kelly on one of his Geelong History Tours, discovering stately piles and personages associated with the rich history of Geelong.

From port to park and grammar school to goal, we discovered places we never knew existed!

At lunchtime we enjoyed a delightful, inclusive light meal, with Bernard regaling us with intriguing stories.

I can highly recommend Geelong History Tours for visitors and locals alike.

It’s a great way to spend an entertaining and enlightening few hours in this amazing city we call Geelong.

I'm Avril Sellars [email protected]

Call now to connect with business.

02/02/2024

YOU'RE INVITED

If you're a local here in Geelong, you're invited to hear my presentation "I'M TOO YOUNG TO RETIRE" on Wed 7 February at the East Geelong Golf Club.

Be there at 7.00 am and I host you to coffee and an extra large breakfast sandwich.

I'll cover - how to maintain your zest for living, best place to retire, how you can un-retire, avoiding irrelevance etc.

But - for catering purposes - phone me to book a seat.

I'm Bernard Kelly 0414 778 518

14/01/2024

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12/01/2024

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08/01/2024

BOOKINGS NOW OPEN

Geelong History Tours has now opened its passenger bookings out to 31 March.

For more information, phone Bernard Kelly 0414 778 518

08/01/2024

HERE'S A MAP FROM 1860

Geelong History Tours is always delighted to be able to share with passengers those early days.

This map - from 1860 - shows how the Cunningham Branch railway connected with the main line at the Geelong Railway Station.

To book tours, contact Bernard Kelly 0414 778 518

01/01/2024

A magnificent catch in Corio Bay, Geelong - off a hand held rod and reel.

29/12/2023

MEL ROBINS.

Tomorrow I'm off to a goal setting seminar here in Geelong with mentor Les Watson - "the Get More Time" guru.

And for the past few days I have been limbering up my mind in preparation - and I've been most impressed with Mel Robbins. She preaches the 5-4-3-2-1 method whereby your subconscious alerts you to the best course of action whenever you face a decision. (Such as getting out of bed every morning.)

How about you? Which guru do you follow?

26/12/2023

Many thanks for a fascinating history tour of Geelong.

from Avril & Don

24/12/2023

TESTIMONIAL

We very much enjoyed our time with Geelong History Tours and learnt a lot of interesting history of Geelong. We saw places we would never visit. From Kaarina & Andrew

18/12/2023

LET'S SHINE A LIGHT ON "WORKING IN RETIREMENT"

Some of my colleagues are intrigued that I un-retired a few months ago to establish Geelong History TOURS in my home town. But it's a simple business and I'm happy to share it with you. I advertise in a local tourist magazine and collect clients from a central pickup and drop them back there four hours later (after a light lunch in an award winning cafe in an industrial suburb adjacent to the port). It's a very profitable hobby for my senior years.

I'm happy to chat anytime.

Bernard Kelly [email protected]

13/12/2023

Here's a Christmas platter at Geelong History Tours

11/12/2023

GEELONG HISTORY TOURS
is now taking bookings across the summer.

Most popular tour - the intimate and fascinating "Wool Bales and Early Geelong". 3-1/2 hours starts from the Geelong Racecourse. $150 includes lunch.

Various days are still available.

Complete information: 0414 778 518

13/10/2023

📣 BOOKKEEPERS WANTED!
Come along and visit one of our amazing networking and referral events! 📚

Several Vacancies are available in a variety of geographical locations.
If you're looking to grow your business, then we could have referrals waiting for you!

📩 For more Information:
Simply send Ingrid Finnegan an email at [email protected]
or
call 0431 663 095
We can't wait to welcome you into our network and help your business to grow!

11/10/2023

HOW DID GEELONG GROW?

You're invited for a personal experience.

4 hours of fascinating facts and sightseeing.

Geelong History Tours.

The ultimate experience.

Call Bernard Kelly - Founder
0414 778 518

09/10/2023

Fascinating - GEELONG HISTORY TOURS

Four hour tour includes light lunch. You'll explore developments from 1837 until 1965.

NEW - We now provide gift vouchers for your Christmas stockings.

More information 0414 778 518

11/09/2023

THE STORIES BEHIND THE SIGHTS

Your tour guide will tell you the stories behind the sights.

We'll show you some of the hardest-to-find spots in early Geelong.

10/09/2023

GEELONG REVIVAL MOTORING FESTIVAL

Every November, at the location of the original hill climb.

Geelong History Tours will take you there.

08/09/2023

DARRYN LYONS lives on Western Beach

The flamboyant Darryn Lyons - a wealthy photo journalist - was elected Mayor of Geelong in 2013. His substantial residence is close the city centre, along Western Beach.

26/08/2023

St. MARY'S BASCILICA

St. Mary's Bascilica was only completed in 1937, although the foundation stone was laid in 1854.

A point of interest is that a "bascilica" is a significant church without a bishop. (The bishop for Geelong is actually the Archbishop of Ballarat).

12/08/2023

GIFT VOUCHERS

Geelong History Tours offers gift vouchers to middle-aged children for gifting to their parents - in commemoration of past years.

Special four hour tours (including a light lunch) operate everyday, and collect passengers from home or hotel.

Locations include two Godrey Hirst factories (in the 1890s he was Geelong's first international entrepreneur), Corio Villa, the motorama circuit, Cunningham Pier, wool stores, town houses of early western graziers, the dual railway system in North Geelong, the Port of Geelong.

More information: http://bit.ly/458316L

Email - [email protected]

31/07/2023

SOLUTION - WHEN KIDS WON'T VISIT THEIR GRANDPARENTS

During the week we did a Presentation (actually a promotion for Geelong History Tours) at the Charles Brownlow Retirement Village, and the clip attached is a brief extract.

To view it, just ckick this web address https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paI8ThGmiGc

Before the sales pitch, we shared some common issues - in particular having the grandkids visit. You'll see our solution in the video.

In a white bag, we took along a mono-cycle, which is our solution when the grandkids don't visit. You'll see, on the video, our proposal is to have a mono-cycle in the back room, but it only comes out when the grandkids visit. This enticement really works, and they will constantly badger their parents to visit ma and pa.

Yes - we know this clip can be improved. Next time the Director (that's me) will give better instructions to the camera crew - in particular to use a wider angle and additionally to focus on the unicycle as it's being unveiled. But give us a break! This was our very first outing, and we did sell out the bus. So we were doing something right eh?

And a big thankyou to the production crew for getting us this far

31/07/2023

SOLUTION WHEN YOUR KIDS WON'T VISIT THEIR GRANDPARENTS

During the week we did a Presentation (actually a promotion for Geelong History Tours) at the Charles Brownlow Retirement Village, and the clip attached is a brief extract.

To view it, just click this web address https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paI8ThGmiGc

Before the sales pitch, we shared some common issues - in particular having the grandkids visit. You'll see our solution in the video.

In a white bag, we took along a mono-cycle, which is our solution when the grandkids don't visit. You'll see, on the video, our proposal is to have a mono-cycle in the back room, but it only comes out when the grandkids visit. This enticement really works, and they badger their parents to visit ma and pa.

Yes - we know it can be improved. Next time the Director (that's me) will give better instructions to the camera crew - in particular to use a wider angle and additionally to focus on the unicycle as it's being unveiled. But give us a break! This was our very first outing, and we did sell out the bus. So we were doing something right eh?

And a big thankyou to the production crew for getting us this far

13/07/2023

TOO YOUNG TO RETIRE

It has to be said that we have been most impressed by the vibrancy of residents in many of the retirement villages around Geelong.

And our presentations - especially how to attract teenagers to visit when you provide a monocycle - certainly attract an enthusiastic audience.

Bernard Kelly
Founder - Geelong History Tours

10/07/2023

FERRIS WHEEL MAINTENANCE - July to September.

Each year the giant Ferris wheel on Geelong's foreshore at Eastern Beach undergoes maintenance - from July to September.

This involves a complete dismantling, checking for structural issues, repainting and of course re-assembling.

And here's the answer to the trivia quiz - it carries 60-80,000 passengers annually, depending on the weather patterns.

19/06/2023

Geelong History Tours appeals to seniors in retirement villages, to children and to tourists.