Police hunting man following shooting north-east of Geelong

A 49-year-old man has been airlifted to hospital after he was shot outside his property north-east of Geelong.

Police believe he was approached by a man at about 9pm on Alison Drive in Lara.

The man remains in a stable condition in hospital.

Detectives are hunting the offender, who fled from the scene.

Anyone with information on the shooting is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.