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.

Leopold tennis pavilion redevelopment underway as new playground is installed
A new local playground has been installed and the Leopold Tennis Pavilion Redevelopment project, situated at the Leopold Memorial Reserve on the corner of Melaluka Rd and Bellarine Hwy, continues to progress.

Dashboard insight into Council-funded capital works
Community members can explore the dozens of infrastructure projects fully or co-funded by Council underway in Greater Geelong through the City’s Capital Works projects dashboard.

International Women’s Day celebrated with Women in Community Life Awards
The City, in partnership with the Women in Community Life Advisory Committee (WiCLAC), has celebrated International Women’s Day by acknowledging and honouring the extraordinary contributions and leadership roles of women across the region.

Roundabout upgrade at Marshalltown Road and Bailey Street
An upgrade at the intersection of Marshalltown Road and Bailey Street in Grovedale has been completed as part of the Australian Government’s 2023-2024 BlackSpot program.

Women leading City workforce
As International Women’s Day approaches, new figures show a rising number of leadership positions at the City of Greater Geelong are held by women.

Co-design of Youth Hub in Central Geelong continues
Local young people have just under two weeks left to have a say in the design of a new youth hub in central Geelong.

Paris After Dark celebrates French music at the Potato Shed
You can leave your passport at home when Paris After Dark transforms the Potato Shed 8pm Friday 15 March, in a celebration of all things French chanson.

Update on growth areas
Council has been provided with an annual report on the progress of the Northern and Western Geelong Growth Areas precinct structure planning program.

Feedback sought on playground renewal
The City of Greater Geelong is seeking community feedback on eight local playgrounds that will be renewed as part of the City's annual playground renewal program.

Nominees announced for 2024 Women in Community Life Awards
The City of Greater Geelong in partnership with the Women in Community Life Advisory Committee (WiCLAC) is delighted to announce the nominees for the 2024 Women in Community Life Awards.

Step up to clean up Geelong
Community participation for this year’s Clean Up Australia Day is growing, with many schools, volunteer organisations and community groups already registered to clean up across Greater Geelong on Sunday 3 March.

Panellists announced and tickets available for Women in Community Life Awards 2024
The panellists for the 2024 Women in Community Life Awards have been announced as three previous award winners: Robyn Davis, Dianne Pont and Issara Saeyim.

Netball upgrade for Anakie Reserve
An expansion and upgrade of the netball facilities at Anakie Reserve will go ahead with the help of funding from the Australian and Victorian governments.

Back to Back Theatre wins Golden Lion Lifetime Achievement Award at Venice Biennale
Congratulations to Back to Back Theatre on being awarded the prestigious Golden Lion Award for Lifetime Achievement in Theatre at the Venice Biennale.

Cultural Bridges: Celebrating Four Decades of Pako Festa
Experience the spirit of multiculturalism through the stories and objects of Geelong’s community.

Investing in community gardens: Empowering communities and nurturing growth
Community gardens serve as vibrant hubs that foster a sense of belonging, promote sustainable practices, and contribute to overall well-being.