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.

Helping residents live independently at home
Every day is different for the City’s 200 Community Care workers, who support 4,000 Home Care clients across Greater Geelong.

Council maintains position on future waste management
Council has reaffirmed its position on Energy from Waste (EfW) solutions and future waste operations following a report tabled at Tuesday’s council meeting.

Windows celebrate cultures of the world for Christmas in Geelong
A celebration of culture, community and diversity is on display in a new public exhibition in central Geelong, open 24/7.

City makes it easier to discover live music in Greater Geelong
The City of Greater Geelong is partnering with Live Music Locator to deliver a pilot program to make it easier to find live gigs.

Drysdale Sports Precinct breaks ground on Stage 2
The City of Greater Geelong, alongside the Victorian and Australian Governments, marked the beginning of Stage 2 of the Drysdale Sports Precinct with a sod turning ceremony on Thursday 11 December 2025.

Restored Queen Victoria statue unveiled
The statue of Queen Victoria has been reinstated at Eastern Park.

‘Your City, Your Eyes’ 2026 calendar released
The City’s 2026 calendar has been revealed with a picturesque sunrise shot of Barwon Heads by Fabian Reinelt the successful cover photo.

Geelong Waterfront set for renewed vision under new master plan
Council has adopted the Geelong Waterfront Master Plan, guiding development, management and investment to enhance the waterfront precinct as a recreational and tourism hub.

Young people shine light on financial stress, health, engagement and public transport
The 2025 Youth Council Advisory Committee has made a series of recommendations to Council that aim to improve the lives of young people in Greater Geelong.

Council votes to take next step on Leopold Homemaker Centre
Council has voted to take the next step in the planning process to facilitate a Leopold Homemaker Centre at 92-100 Melaluka Road, Leopold, behind the current Gateway Plaza.

New budget process to get community involved earlier
The City of Greater Geelong will adopt a new budget development process for the 2026–27 financial year, allowing for earlier and more meaningful community input.

New look and accessibility improvements for Lara Swimming Club
Councillors Chris Burson and Anthony Aitken have joined Lara Swimming Club members to help unveil a new deck, pergola and ramp at its Bank Street clubrooms over the weekend.

Council votes to refer Pakington Street UDF submissions to independent planning panel
Council has voted to request that the Minister for Planning, the Hon Sonya Kilkenny MP appoint an independent planning panel to consider submissions relating to the Pakington Street Urban Design Frameworks (UDFs).

Community members honoured on International Day of People with Disability
Residents living with disability have been recognised for their achievements and contributions to the Greater Geelong community at a special International Day of People with Disability event.

Play, kick, gather: Armstrong Creek’s new sports reserve approved
Armstrong Creek families are set to enjoy a new sports and recreation hub, with Council approving the Coastside Drive Recreation Reserve Master Plan.

City seeking providers to help drive further business growth
The City of Greater Geelong is seeking providers to deliver a range of business support programs that will fuel economic growth and innovation.