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It's time to bring historic painting home, says Cr McMullin
Council's Arts and Culture portfolio holder Cr Peter McMullin, said it was time to bring one of Geelong's most important cultural treasures to its rightful home.
25 October 2005
Leading marine scientists welcomed at civic reception for IMPAC1
The worlds leading marine scientists have converged on Geelong to discuss the sustainable management of marine ecosystems at the first ever International Marine Protected Areas Congress, known as IMPAC1
23 October 2005
Libraries in the region entering an exciting new era
City of Greater Geelong Mayor said Shane Dowling said library services in the region were entering an exciting new era, with new infrastructure and fast developing information technology set to change the way the community uses it libraries.
28 October 2005
No buts about it, Cigarette butts harm out environment
A campaign targeting cigarette butt litter was launched on Friday by the City of Greater Geelong in partnership with five local trader groups.
28 October 2005
Professional development program for engineers
City of Greater Geelong has joined forces with Engineers Australia to offers its engineers and technical officers an excting professional development program.
27 October 2005
Chiba Lotte Marines heading to Geelong as champions
The Japanese Baseball team that is coming to Geelong for Spring training won its first Japan Series title in 31 years last night, Australian time.
27 October 2005
New ornamental vegetable display garden for Geelong Botanical Gardens.
Vegetables are not unusual in themselves but you don't expect to see them pop up in a Botanical Garden.
27 October 2005
Youth Event at Windsor Park
Skate competitions, jewellery making, bands, sports activities and a graffiti project are just a taste of what's on offer at this Sunday's Skaart.
26 October 2005
Toast to the Coast
City of Greater Geelong's tourism and major events portfolio holder Bruce Harwood is calling for food and wine enthusiasts to attend this years Toast to the Coast Wine and Food Festival.
26 October 2005
Council to contribute to indigenous health and children's centre
City of Greater Geelong resolved on Tuesday night to contribute $200,000 towards the construction of a new wathaurong Children's services centre.
25 October 2005
Australian International Airshow at Avalon now cemented as an iconic event for Geelong
Councillor Bruce Harwood said the 2005 Australian International Airshow at Avalon had provided the Geelong region with priceless national and international exposure and would continue to be an iconic feature in the region's growing events calander.
25 October 2005
Council approves renaming of eastern end of Lake Road
On Tuesday night Council resolved to rename the portion of Lake Road, Connewarre, running north/south between Belchers Lane and Barwon Heads Road, Staceys Road
25 October 2005
Geelong Council receives 2004-2005 Annual Report
On Tuesday night Council formally received the City of Greater Geelong's 2004-2005 Annual Report, after the report was officially submitted to the Victorian Minister for Local Government, the Hon. Candy Broad.
25 October 2005
Portarlington rezoning proposal to begin the public consultation process
Councillor Tom O'Connor said the Council's decision to exhibit a proposed amendment to the Planning Scheme, relating to a development proposal at Portalington, was in line with the planning policies of both Council and State Government.
25 October 2005
Footpath Trading Policy report adopted by Council
Councillor Jan Farrell said the Footpath Trading Policy reported adopted by Council last night was developed after extensive consultation with the traders, community and the City's Disability Access Committee.
25 October 2005
Healthy Waterways launched during international marine conference.
As the world converges on Geelong to discuss the protection of marine enviroments, residents of a number of the City's coastal towns will be encouraged to do their bit to keep our local waterways healthy.
21 October 2005
City launches A-Z guide on how to run events
event organisers will be able to follow step by step guidelines for running an event in Geelong following the release of the City of greater Geelong's Public Event Guide.
21 October 2005
Strategic Plan reaches larger percentage of population
Beangala Ward Councillor Jan Farrell siad community participation in the Bellarine Peninsula Straegic Plan continued to outstrip expectations.
18 October 2005
Upgraded VICSES facility opened
TOday Mayor Shane Dowling joined member for South Barwon Michael Crutchfield and the Acting Director of VICSES Craig Lapsley to officially open the upgraded South Barwon VICSES headquaters in Belmont.
17 October 2005
New international standard pool to open at Kardinia Park
Geelong's new international standard 10 lane 50 metre pool will open to the public on Monday 17 October with lap swimmers having access to the pool from 6am until dusk each day.
14 October 2005
City supports Mental Health Week community service campaign
City of Greater Geelong Councillor Peter McMullin launched a radio campaign today aimed at raising awareness about mental health issues amongst people from non-English speaking backgrounds.
11 October 2005
Special rate to fund marketing of Central Activites Area
City of Greater Geelong on Tuesday night announced its intention to declare a special rate to maintain funding of a marketing and business support committee in Geelong's Central Activites Area.
11 October 2005
Friends' group instigates installation of picnic tables at the Bellarine Rail Trail
Whether you choose to walk it, jog it or ride it, residents can now also enjoy a picnic at the Bellarine Rail Trail.
5 October 2005
Completion of 'visioning' workshops a milestone in Bellarine Peninsula Strategic Plan
Chair of the Bellarine Strategic Plan Cr Jan Farrell said the project had reached a key milestone with the completion of the individual townships 'visioning' workshops.
4 October 2005
Ride to Work Day - Start your day another way
City of Greater Geelong Major Events Portfolio holder Cr Bruce Harwood is callilng for Geelong workers to get on thier bikes this Wednesday and support Ride to Work Day.
3 October 2005
OTHER MEDIA RELEASES
Council adopts Geelong Gaming Framework
Anakie Football Club is pumped about water
Connecting Identities
Council supports Elcho Park alternative water supply project
Friends of Geelong Botanic Gardens to hold plant sale this weekend
Mayor pays tribute to team effort in achieving a significant reduction in crime statistics across region
Launch of web cam link between wetlands of Nagoya and Geelong
Attendees named for Geelong Summit
Geelong to host its second Nicholas Cage fim
City joins Earth Hour movement
Geelong to be represented on trade mission to China
Work to start on Youth Activities Area at Waterfront
GME reports on December quarter and renewed membership
Council to apply for State Government grant to improve childrens services infrastructure
Council adopts Clifton Springs Coastal Management Plan
New access path for the Dell
Council requests Minister to appoint panel to consider Point Lonsdale residential development
Council approves naming of International Cricket Training Facility at Kardinia Park
Council supports development of a Queens Park Master Plan
Council throws support behind Elcho Park alternative water supply project
Council adopts rezoning amendment for Corio Quay
Council gives in principal support for rezoning proposal of Chemring site in Lara
Free surf, skate and art activities at Ocean Grove Beach
A tribute to Geelong small businesses
Geelong celebrates Youth Week with free surf, skate, music, art and XBox events
Geelong secures the opening round of Australian Formula One Superboat Championships
Geelong West Library upgrade is on track with completion scheduled for late July
Flamefest to finish with spectacular Fire Finale
Union Street Mural gets a new look
City urges smokers to butt it then bin it
Call for nominations to help develop submission to 2020 Summit
fabARTS winner announced
Conference and exhibition centre on the agenda in Canberra
Submissions on proposed rezoning amendment at Leopold to be referred to an Independent Panel
Cuts in State Government funding detrimental to health of local children
Council calls for expressions of interest to develop a pavilion on the Waterfront
Strategy to establish Geelong as a cycle friendly region
Construction starts on new equestrian headquarters at Elcho Park
New streetscape at Barwon Heads captures essence of sea change lifestyle
Butt Free City Week
Stinton Oval grass conversion to set the standard for drought proofing high use sportsgrounds