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.

St Leonards foreshore beautification project official opening
The City is excited to announce the completion of new St Leonards Foreshore public facilities thanks to funding provided by the Australian Government through its Community Development Grants Programme.

Baanip Boulevard Boundary Road Signalised Intersection Project, Armstrong Creek West
The City is excited to announce the upcoming Baanip Boulevard Boundary Road Signalised Intersection project, a crucial development in the Armstrong Creek West Precinct Structure Plan, which will provide a vital transportation link and improved pedestrian connectivity for the community within the area.

Belmont Dog Park closed for maintenance and resurfacing works
Belmont Dog Park will be temporarily closed from Monday 19 to Friday 23 February for resurfacing works and maintenance.

Clunies Court Playground closed for maintenance works
The City of Greater Geelong wishes to advise that Clunies Court Playground at 10 Clunies Court, Corio will be closed from 20 - 23 February for maintenance works.

Geelong designated a Tree City of the World for the second year
The City of Greater Geelong has secured its status as a Tree City of the World for a second year, as recognised by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation.

Late, Late at Night brings Rick Springfield's memoir to life
The Potato Shed will host Late, Late at Night, a captivating pop-rock stage adaptation of Rick Springfield’s autobiography, 2pm Sunday 3 March.

Ribbon cut at Northern Aquatic and Community Hub
The brand new Northern Aquatic and Community Hub in Norlane has been officially opened during a ceremony on Friday 9 February.

Drive Slow for SAM
Speed Awareness Monitors (SAMs) are now operational near Moolap Primary School and Highton’s Montpellier Primary School to reduce vehicle speeds and increase safety around school crossings.

Rolling into a New Era: Barwon Heads Bowling Club Upgraded Pavilion Unveiled
The recently upgraded Barwon Heads Bowling Club Pavilion was officially opened today by Federal Member for Corangamite Libby Coker, Mayor Trent Sullivan, State Member for Bellarine Alison Marchant, Councillor Elise Wilkinson and Lawrie Stendt, Barwon Heads Bowls Club President.

$2.76 million grant injection into community projects
There are 31 projects to receive grant funding from Council.

Feedback sought on new skate park
The City of Greater Geelong is seeking community feedback on St Leonards Skate Park, after upgrade works were completed late last year.

GRID Artists to Perform at Pako Festa 2024 – A Showcase of Talent!
The Geelong GRID Series program is excited to showcase its lineup of artists who will be delivering live performances at Pako Festa 2024!

New year, new business
Community members considering taking the next step this year by starting their own small business in Greater Geelong are encouraged to seek free support from the City.

Big summer of sailing continues to propel Geelong onto the global stage
Following the resounding success of the Festival of Sails, the Royal Geelong Yacht Club is set to host two more prestigious sailing events that will once again put Geelong in the international spotlight.

Sustainability boost with $50,000 in Clean Economy Grants awarded
Two local businesses can now get their innovative projects off the ground and contributing to our circular economy, after receiving Clean Economy Grants from the City of Greater Geelong.

Geelong Design Week exhibition Deakin project wins prestigious international award
The City of Greater Geelong congratulates Deakin University, whose groundbreaking exhibition, 'Perpetual Pigments: Sustainable Colour Continuous Culture,' has emerged victorious at the prestigious Anthem Awards in New York, winning gold in its category.