Our featured news, community updates and media releases.

Fire up your preparations and help protect your property this summer
We’re urging residents to get their properties fire-ready before summer, with the formal Fire Danger Period expected to be declared in our region soon.

Mayor welcomes bus services as step towards better public transport and rail

Commitment and action to tackle homelessness
City Hall has hosted a second Greater Geelong Homelessness Roundtable, bringing together senior leaders across the homelessness, government and community sectors to continue discussions on this growing issue.

Junior Mayor showcases 2026 Youth Council’s early achievements
Junior Mayor Vignesh “Viggy” Ram presented the 2026 Youth Council Advisory Committee’s first report at this week’s council meeting.

Draft Place Naming Policy aims to better reflect our community
We’re seeking community feedback on our Draft Place Naming Policy for roads, sports facilities, buildings, open spaces and other public places and things across Greater Geelong.

Road safety upgrades for Barwon Heads near completion
Upgrades to help improve traffic flow and make Barwon Heads a safer place to walk, cycle and move are nearing completion.

A new space for culture, community and connection on Pako

City opens Expressions of Interest for the future operation of Belmont Market
The City of Greater Geelong has opened Expressions of Interest (EOIs) to operate the Belmont Market.

Expressions of Interest now open for 2026 Geelong Small Business Festival
Local businesses and organisations are invited to play an active role in shaping the 2026 Geelong Small Business Festival, delivering a week of connection, learning and collaboration for the region’s business community.

Applications open for scholarships supporting rising women in leadership

City and Borough collaborate on SPP implementation review in Point Lonsdale
The City and Borough will work with the Department of Transport and Planning to consider how the objectives and strategies identified in the Bellarine Peninsula Statement of Planning Policy (SPP) could be implemented in Point Lonsdale, with work to commence in July.

New community hub opens in Armstrong Creek
Biyala Community Hub in Armstrong Creek is now officially open, with Victorian Minister for Children Lizzie Blandthorn joining Councillor Emma Sinclair to cut the ribbon at the brand-new centre.

Geelong to strengthen partnership with India at futures forum
Geelong will host leaders from business, industry, government and the community at a three-day forum this month to strengthen its relationship with India.

Spotlight on vape prevention among young people
In recent years, vaping has become a growing public health concern, with products frequently marketed to young people and mislabelled to hide their nicotine content. Despite often being promoted as harmless, vaping poses serious risks, so we stepped up efforts to tackle the issue.

Students encouraged to gear up for Ride2School Day 2026
Students, parents and school communities across Greater Geelong are encouraged to get ready for National Ride2School Day on Friday 20 March 2026, Australia’s biggest celebration of active travel.

City officially opens upgrades to Portarlington Recreation Reserve
Alison Marchant MP, Libby Coker MP, and Cr Rowan Story AM, RFD have officially opened new upgrades to Portarlington Recreation Reserve.

Changes on the way for cat registration
We’re offering owners the opportunity to get at least 50 per cent off their registration renewal if they commit to keeping their cats contained at all times.

Much-anticipated stage two of North Bellarine Aquatic Centre takes shape
Council, state, federal and community representatives have come together to tour construction activities of the North Bellarine Aquatic Centre stage two facilities and check on how the project is progressing.

St Leonards footpath mural gets students moving to school
The school gate just got a whole lot more colourful at St Leonards Primary School, with a vibrant new under-the-sea footpath mural inviting students to walk, ride, scoot and roll their way into the new year.