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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.
Cancellation of the 2026 Commonwealth Games
18 July 2023
The following can be attributed to Greater Geelong Mayor Trent Sullivan:
City welcomes 82 new citizens at City Hall
18 July 2023
The City of Greater Geelong has welcomed 82 new Australian citizens to our region’s thriving multicultural community across two ceremonies at City Hall on Monday night.
Drivers reminded to drive safely around school crossings
18 July 2023
Community, children and crossing supervisors are witnessing an increase in dangerous driving at pedestrian crossings across Geelong.
Greater Geelong Mayor supports CALD community First Nations’ experience
7 July 2023
Greater Geelong Mayor Trent Sullivan has welcomed the opportunity to join youngsters from the region’s CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse) community as they learnt about Australia’s First Nations culture as part of NAIDOC Week at Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre.
First Nations artists tell important stories through eye catching designs
5 July 2023
The artwork of eight First Nations artists has been selected to feature on seven NBN boxes around the Geelong region.
City programs receive welcome boost
28 June 2023
The City of Greater Geelong has welcomed the potential for increased programming at Geelong West Neighbourhood House and Geelong Rainbow Inc. following recent renovations to the Autumn Street centre.
Council releases Community Engagement Policy Impact Report 2022-2023
28 June 2023
The City of Greater Geelong’s Community Engagement Policy Report was last night presented to Council.
Shopping at whole foods stores
28 June 2023
To support residents this Plastic Free July we have created a beginners' guide to shopping at your local whole foods store.
City celebrates NAIDOC Week
27 June 2023
First Nations art projections on City Hall return to form just part of NAIDOC Week celebrations at the City of Greater Geelong, from Sunday 2 July to Sunday 9 July 2023.
Council finalises 2023-24 budget
27 June 2023
The Greater Geelong Council has finalised its 2023-24 budget, incorporating a number of changes following consideration of community feedback.
Preserving native vegetation in Lara
27 June 2023
Our Environment Team have been in Lara undertaking ecological burning, helping to protect and preserve native grasses and the critically endangered Spiny Rice-flower.
North Bellarine Aquatic Centre Stage One Progress Update
26 June 2023
Building works on an outdoor 50-metre pool at North Bellarine Aquatic Centre are nearing completion with a major project milestone reached.
Comedy special hits the Potato Shed
25 June 2023
Some of Australia’s leading female comedians are preparing to descend on Drysdale’s Potato Shed as the Bellarine Peninsula performance space plays host to ‘Women of Wit 2023’ on 8 July 2023.
Council to consider budget changes
23 June 2023
The Greater Geelong Council will meet on Tuesday night (27 June) to consider a number of changes to its 2023-24 budget, following consideration of community feedback.
New CEO appointed to lead the City
23 June 2023
Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Ali Wastie as the City of Greater Geelong’s new Chief Executive Officer.
Greater Geelong City Council electoral structure review
22 June 2023
An electoral representation advisory panel is reviewing the electoral structure of Greater Geelong City Council and is seeking your input.
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