LATEST NEWS
Restoration scheme in Gozo’s UCAs extended to all homes
The government has launched the second phase of the Restoration Scheme for Old Buildings in Urban Conservation Areas (UCAs), extending it to all residential properties across Gozo
Enviromental NGO opposes commercialisation of Qbajjar Battery
The historic Qbajjar Battery in Gozo is a Grade 1 scheduled monument of national importance
Gozo records increase in enrolments in post-secondary and tertiary education
NSO data shows that Gozo and Comino continue to account for the smallest share of tertiary students when compared to other districts
Gozo first in Europe to install solar flowers
Vatican praises Bishop of Gozo for his ‘strong and admirable leadership’
Inspired by the natural motion of sunflowers, each solar flower automatically opens at sunrise and follows the sun
Vatican praises Bishop of Gozo for his ‘strong and admirable leadership’
Vatican praises Bishop of Gozo for his ‘strong and admirable leadership’
Vatican praises Bishop of Gozo for his ‘strong and admirable leadership’
The Vatican’s 2024 annual report praises the Bishop of Gozo and the Maltese Church for exemplary safeguarding of minors and vulnerable adults
Blossom Project brings counselling to Gozo schools
Vatican praises Bishop of Gozo for his ‘strong and admirable leadership’
Vatican praises Bishop of Gozo for his ‘strong and admirable leadership’
The pilot project will provide counselling services in schools across Gozo
PN leader Alex Borg pledges bright future for Gozo in visit to Nadur
Borg said the Nationalist Party will implement a “politics of the people,” prioritising direct engagement with citizens, including youth, the elderly, farmers, and professionals
Gozo’s first sports and aquatic pavilion opens
‘We are placing Gozo on the European map as a sports destination’ - Clint Camilleri
Gozitan youth present proposals for the future at Gozo Vision 2050 event
Gozitan youth present proposals for the future at Gozo Vision 2050 event
The voices, proposals, and aspirations of Gozitan children and youth regarding the present and future of Gozo were heard during an event held in Marsalforn
Visitors to Blue Lagoon decreased by 68% this summer
Gozitan youth present proposals for the future at Gozo Vision 2050 event
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The Malta Tourism Authority (MTA) said that between July and August around 3,800 persons visited the Blue Lagoon, a decreased of 68% when compared to last year
'Keep Gozo unique,' says Gozo Tourism Association
Sustainable, and value-led tourism is the
only way forward - GTA
Gozo sees 7% rise in new residences in 2025 so far
In the second quarter of 2025, 415 new dwellings were approved in Gozo, contributing to a 7% increase compared to the same period in 2024.
289 traffic accidents registered in Gozo in second quarter
Over a million passengers crossed between Malta and Gozo from April to June
Road traffic accidents and casualties across Malta and Gozo decreased when compared to the same quarter of the previous year • Fatalities amounted to five
Over a million passengers crossed between Malta and Gozo from April to June
Over a million passengers crossed between Malta and Gozo from April to June
Mġarr-Ċirkewwa remains most popular route
NGOS urge halt to development threatening ancient temple site in Gozo
The Sta Verna area is considered highly significant archaeologically—predating even the Ġgantija Temples
Gozo population topped 41,000 at end of 2024
Population on Gozo includes 31,761 Maltese citizens and 9,492 foreign nationals
Transport Malta carrying out public transport network review
Momentum proposes electoral reform to keep Gozo as standalone district
Improving inter-island connectivity is being analysed under the review
Momentum proposes electoral reform to keep Gozo as standalone district
Momentum proposes electoral reform to keep Gozo as standalone district
Momentum has expressed concern over proposed changes to Malta’s electoral districts, currently under discussion in Parliament
Major upgrades boost Gozo’s water supply and sustainability
137 final deeds of sale on residential property in Gozo signed in May
Reverse Osmosis Plant in Ħondoq marks a major step in ensuring that water quality in Gozo is harmonised with that of Malta
137 final deeds of sale on residential property in Gozo signed in May
137 final deeds of sale on residential property in Gozo signed in May
99 promise of sale agreements recorded in Gozo in the same month
Stakeholders urge greater awareness for managing migrant workforce
Stakeholders urge greater awareness for managing migrant workforce
Stakeholders have called for greater awareness on how to manage a “diverse workforce effectively” during a dialogue on the growing presence of migrant workers in Gozo’s labour market and the broader social and economic implications
Works begin on recreational projects in Ghajnsielem and Xewkija
Stakeholders urge greater awareness for managing migrant workforce
Two major public open space projects in Gozo aim to improve accessibility, sustainability, and recreational facilities, with a combined investment of €1.82 million
Government signs land deal for Victoria open space and parking
Government signs land deal for Victoria open space and parking
Victoria, Gozo project will see around 2,100sq.m of open space created, along with a multi-level underground car park providing at least 230 extra parking spaces
CULTURE
Blue Lagoon’s digital twin: How Malta is working to balance nature and tourism
MTA partners with environmental architecture practice Mizzi Studio to pioneer a world-first immersive digital twin of Comino’s Blue Lagoon
Mary Portelli’s latest exhibition features 45 new works
Nadur local Mary Portelli, an established mosaic artist, is just weeks away from the opening of her upcoming exhibition at Il-Ħaġar Museum in Victoria on September 13
7th edition of the Xlendi Sunset Festival announced
The festival brings together families, youths, and tourists for a unique night filled with culture, live music, and entertainment in a picturesque setting
New exhibition celebrates the work of Carmelo Mangion
Gozo Album: A digital treasure of Gozitan memories launched
This July, Il-Ħaġar, Gozo’s premier cultural centre and museum, will shine a long-overdue spotlight on one of Malta’s unsung artistic pioneers
Gozo Album: A digital treasure of Gozitan memories launched
Gozo Album: A digital treasure of Gozitan memories launched
Gozo Album: A digital treasure of Gozitan memories launched
Gozo Minister Clint Camilleri launched the Gozo Album at gozoalbum.gov.mt, an innovative digital platform designed to ser ve as a treasure trove of memories and historical stories from the island of Gozo
Dwejra: of land, sea, and sky
Gozo Album: A digital treasure of Gozitan memories launched
Gozo Album: A digital treasure of Gozitan memories launched
Dwejra is a gem of the Maltese Islands — a time-capsule of geological history, a showcase ofecological adaptation, and a window unto our home galaxy (the Milky Way) and the Universe at large
Uncovering Gozo’s pivotal role in the early Neolithic period
Gozo Pops & Rocks 2025 celebrates music, culture and community
Gozo Pops & Rocks 2025 celebrates music, culture and community
The First Maltese: How It All Began in Gozo, offers a comprehensive exploration of Malta’s early Neolithic period, highlighting Gozo’s pivotal role in the island’s prehistoric development
Gozo Pops & Rocks 2025 celebrates music, culture and community
Gozo Pops & Rocks 2025 celebrates music, culture and community
Gozo Pops & Rocks 2025 celebrates music, culture and community
This year’s edition of Pops & Rocks will feature a number of headline acts including Leone Goes Pop, Rockastra and Big Band Adventures
Gozo Lace Day held at University Gozo
Gozo Pops & Rocks 2025 celebrates music, culture and community
Gozo Lace Day held at University Gozo
Gozo Lace Day featured exhibitions, demonstrations, and talks on lace-making, with contributions from local artisans, students, and experts
Marking 100 years of buses on Gozo
Gozo: The Mediterranean escape for your holistic detox journey
Gozo Lace Day held at University Gozo
The first buses on Gozo started to run 100 years ago in 1925
Christian captives in North African Bagnos
Gozo: The Mediterranean escape for your holistic detox journey
Gozo: The Mediterranean escape for your holistic detox journey
The Mediterranean Sea was a backdrop to conflicts and convergences between North African Muslim mariners and European Christians in the early modern period
Gozo: The Mediterranean escape for your holistic detox journey
Gozo: The Mediterranean escape for your holistic detox journey
Gozo: The Mediterranean escape for your holistic detox journey
Still something of a well-kept secret, Gozo is quietly gaining recognition as a revitalising detox retreat
Outdoor activities to enjoy in Gozo
Embark on an unforgettable alpaca adventure in Gozo
Embark on an unforgettable alpaca adventure in Gozo
Sharing a rich history and culture, both Malta and Gozo boast glorious oceans with traditional foods and historic monuments
Embark on an unforgettable alpaca adventure in Gozo
Embark on an unforgettable alpaca adventure in Gozo
Embark on an unforgettable alpaca adventure in Gozo
Bond with friendly alpacas, enjoy picturesque landscapes, and meet other farm animals
Discovering Gharb, a must-visit rural escape
Embark on an unforgettable alpaca adventure in Gozo
Discovering Gharb, a must-visit rural escape
Għarb is renowned for its traditional Gozitan architecture, characterised by charming limestone houses adorned with colourful wooden balconies
OPINION
A look at manufacturing in Gozo
Connectivity to Gozo: present and future
Connectivity to Gozo: present and future
By Mario Borg - CEO of the Gozo Regional Development Authority
Connectivity to Gozo: present and future
Connectivity to Gozo: present and future
Connectivity to Gozo: present and future
By Clint Camilleri - Minister for Gozo and Planning
Agriculture is synonymous with all that is Gozitan
Illegal hunting and trapping remain rampant in Gozo
Illegal hunting and trapping remain rampant in Gozo
By Anton Refalo - Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries, and Animal Rights
Illegal hunting and trapping remain rampant in Gozo
Illegal hunting and trapping remain rampant in Gozo
Illegal hunting and trapping remain rampant in Gozo
By Darryl Grima - President of BirdLife Malta
About GozoToday
GozoToday is a weekly newspaper focused primarily on Gozo. It hopes to serve as a source of information on business, culture, entertainment and of course current affairs. Gozo has a special charm about it but it is also a bustling Island with an identity of its own. GozoToday is published every Friday and is available to numerous outlets in Gozo and on the ferries that carry so many visitors to Gozo from Malta and beyond.
Editor: Paul Cocks
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