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.

Greater Geelong maintains Tree Cities of the World status for fourth year
The City of Greater Geelong is proud to maintain the Tree Cities of the World status for a fourth consecutive year, reaffirming its commitment to caring for and growing the region’s urban forest.

Join the next Neighbourhood Conversations in Ocean Grove
The community is invited to the next Neighbourhood Conversations event at Ocean Grove Neighbourhood House on Tuesday 5 May, 11.00 am to 1.00 pm.

Changes to City’s Creche Services
The City of Greater Geelong has made the difficult decision to close the four creche services within Swim, Sport & Leisure, following an extensive review, consultation with staff and community feedback.

Lonel*ness is not a dirty word - so come do something about it with us
We’re searching for people aged 12-25 who live, study, work or play in Greater Geelong and think there's more we can do to build a better connected and inclusive region for young people.

Better for Geelong compost hits shelves at Mitre 10
The City of Greater Geelong is celebrating a major milestone in its circular economy program, with 25‑litre bags of locally made Better for Geelong compost now available at Fagg’s Mitre 10 South Geelong and Wallington stores.

St Helens Seawall temporary closures
The southern section of St Helens seawall will undergo needed repairs. Whilst repairs are underway a small section of St Helens Parks and St Helens car park will be closed to the public.

Anticipation grows for district ride centre as City urges patience
As our $3.5 million Ocean Grove District Ride Centre takes shape at Kingston Park, we’re calling on the local riding community to help us protect this soon-to-be finished world-class facility.

Draft Plan for Nature open for community consultation
Greater Geelong residents and organisations are invited to have their say on the Draft Plan for Nature, a 10‑year roadmap to protect, restore and manage the region’s natural environment through to 2030.

Restoring the Hitchcock Memorial Gateway for the next 100 years
Restoration works have begun on the 100‑year‑old Hitchcock Memorial Gateway at the northern entrance to Johnstone Park on Railway Terrace.

Ramping up efforts to preserve history of iconic Corio Bowls
The iconic Corio Bowls skate park is on track to roll its way into the history books and ensure its heritage, legacy, and inspiring example of community spirit is protected into the future.

Your go-to guide for a fun-filled school holiday break
There are so many fun, engaging and creative ways for children to enjoy their time off this school holidays.

Five Hooded Plover chicks fledge in successful breeding season
The City of Greater Geelong is celebrating a highly successful Hooded Plover breeding season, with five chicks fledging across the region – a significant achievement for one of Victoria’s most threatened coastal bird species.

Kindergarten plan to help futureproof rising demand
The City of Greater Geelong has co-signed a new infrastructure plan with the Victorian Government to help the region’s youngest learners get the best start to life.

Pavilion upgrades to improve inclusion in sport
Improving accessibility and inclusivity is at the heart of upgrades to the McDonald Reserve pavilion at Belmont.

Geelong’s momentum ready to drive next wave of investment
The City of Greater Geelong has launched a new prospectus for national and global businesses to fast-track investment and jobs growth.

Get to know your Councillor: Chris Burson
He’s lived everywhere from Townsville to Timor-Leste, worked as a combat engineer and police negotiator, and admits he still sometimes can’t believe where the job has taken him.