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Fire up your preparations and help protect your property this summer
9 November 2026
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
6 November 2026
Commitment and action to tackle homelessness
4 November 2026
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.
Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library officially open
25 July 2024
The new Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library was officially opened at a ceremony on Thursday 25 July.
Community engages with Council projects
25 July 2024
Almost 158,000 visitors accessed our ‘Have Your Say’ website in 12 months, according to a report presented to Council during its meeting on Tuesday night.
Decision on stage five of Balmoral Quay development
25 July 2024
Council has voted to abandon a combined amendment and planning permit that would have seen 84 apartments built in Rippleside as part of stage five of the Balmoral Quay development.
Tender awarded for new Geelong Youth Hub
25 July 2024
Construction of a new youth hub in central Geelong, set to open in early 2025, will begin shortly following the awarding of a tender.
Five-year plan to make Geelong a premier events destination
24 July 2024
A strategy to increase the value of major events in Greater Geelong to $131 million per year by 2029 has received council support.
Future looks bright for Greater Geelong
24 July 2024
A bold economic development plan designed to foster an entrepreneurial and innovative Geelong region and catapult us onto the national and international stage has been endorsed by Council.
Bin recycling right? Update your recycling knowledge
22 July 2024
We are encouraging residents to take a few minutes to refresh their recycling knowledge with a new recycling campaign funded by Sustainability Victoria.
The Queens of Country Music Show starring Leslie Martin
21 July 2024
Award-winning Melbourne singer Leslie Martin celebrates two iconic Queens of country music at the Potato Shed on Saturday 3 August at 8:00pm.
An Enchanted Evening at the Potato Shed
18 July 2024
Join us for a magical night celebrating the legendary partnership of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein with Some Enchanted Evening at the Potato Shed.
Skiffle shuffles into the Shed August Morning Showtime
17 July 2024
The Potato Shed’s August Morning Showtime show, Tuesday 6 August, celebrates the age-old genre of skiffle music.
SLAP.BANG.KISS: a powerful exploration of activism, community, and hope
16 July 2024
A VCE Drama playlist 2024 performance SLAP.BANG.KISS presented by Melbourne Theatre Company will be performed at the Potato Shed.
Drysdale drainage upgrade will reduce flash flooding risk
12 July 2024
The City of Greater Geelong has recently delivered a large drainage upgrade project in a low-lying part of Drysdale, significantly reducing the impact of flash flooding to nearby residents.
Opening date set for Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library
12 July 2024
The brand new Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library will open its doors to the community on Thursday 1 August.
Georgia Gordon wins Emerging Leader Award at ARV industry awards
11 July 2024
The City of Greater Geelong is proud to celebrate award winner Georgia Gordon who took home the Emerging Leader Award at the Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV) Industry Awards.
Help shape our new Council Plan
11 July 2024
We are seeking the community’s help to shape the direction of our Council through its next four-year strategic plan.
Minerva Road and Church Street pedestrian safety upgrades completed
11 July 2024
A Minerva Road and Church Street, Herne Hill pedestrian safety upgrade has been completed as part of the Federal 2023-2024 Black Spot Program.
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