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.

New bin colours coming to Greater Geelong
Residents may notice bright red and lime green bins dotted around Greater Geelong’s streets, as the City begins its transition to Victorian bin standard colours.

Geelong Botanic Gardens Open Day
Mark your calendars for Sunday 8 October as we invite the community to our Botanic Gardens Open Day.

City named one of Australia and New Zealand’s most innovative
The City of Greater Geelong has been recognised for its use of smart technologies to make the region more resilient to climate change by making a national list for innovation.

Discover how you can make a difference in Geelong's ecosystems!
The Geelong Nature Festival presents ‘Our Waterway Backyard’ at Deakin University, Waurn Ponds Campus.

Step closer to a connected and sustainable Marshall neighbourhood
The Marshall Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) was adopted at last night’s Council meeting, paving the way for the creation of a well-connected and attractive neighbourhood only seven kilometres from central Geelong.

Lara Recreation Reserve Masterplan Stage Two: transformation underway
The Lara community is in for an exciting transformation of its recreational landscape with the commencement of Stage Two of the Lara Recreation Reserve Masterplan.

Council takes the trail to Drysdale
Greater Geelong Council will meet in Drysdale next week, as part of a commitment to take meetings to different sections of the community.

L2P extension keeps learners in the drivers’ seat
Learner drivers across Greater Geelong, without access to a supervising driver or appropriate vehicle, stand to benefit from a contract renewal of the City of Greater Geelong’s TAC L2P driver education program through to 30 June 2024.

2024 Geelong Calendar photography finalists
The City is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 Geelong Wall Calendar Competition.

Discover the Beauty of Nature at Sparrovale Wetland Reserve - Ngubitj yoorree
We are pleased to announce the opening of section one at Sparrovale Wetland Reserve Ngubitj yoorree, the City’s newest nature reserve in Charlemont.

Legendary country star celebrated at Potato Shed
Drysdale’s Potato Shed will pay tribute to the exceptional life of country star Dolly Parton when renowned West End performer Kelly O’Brien takes centre stage at the region’s iconic performance space next month.

Poppy Kettle Playground set for repair
One of Geelong’s most loved, free children’s attractions, Poppy Kettle Playground, will soon close temporarily as the popular play space undergoes significant repair works.

Potato Shed hosts reworked George Orwell classic
A radical reworking of George Orwell’s Animal Farm will come under the spotlight in Drysdale as the Potato Shed hosts three performances of the iconic political fable over 22-23 August 2023.

Road reconstruction in Waurn Ponds
We will carry out a $2.2 million upgrade of Sugargum Drive and Bodega Street in Waurn Ponds, funded by the Australian Government’s Roads to Recovery program.

2024 Youth Council nominations open
Young people across Greater Geelong who are passionate about making a difference in the community are encouraged to nominate for the 2024 City of Greater Geelong Youth Council.

Turning waste into roads
Our recycled roads mean we’re using fewer virgin materials while turning waste into a valuable resource, an important part of our commitment to creating a local circular economy.