Investment opportunities at the City of Greater Geelong
Invest Geelong
Welcome to the City of Greater Geelong – Australia’s stand out regional powerhouse and a rare place where innovation and investment come together to attract top talent and build thriving businesses.
Here, global corporations, homegrown innovators, social enterprises and world-class researchers work side-by-side– with easy access to local, national and international markets. Geelong’s modern economy builds on a long industrial legacy, evolving from heavy manufacturing into advanced, high-value production and clean industry.
If you’re considering your next business move, investing in Geelong could be the smartest business decision you’ll ever make.
Here, it’s all about opportunity.
Why Geelong
 | Australia’s fastest growing regional labour market Employment has risen twice as quickly as population over the past five years, placing Geelong at the top of the national jobs growth table. |
 | Unbeatable location and market reach One of Australia’s fastest growing cities with a population catchment exceeding one million people within a 1-hour commute. Benefit from direct access to major freeways, rail links, flights and freight operations, connecting you to national and global markets. |
 | Major investment wave A multi-billion-dollar surge is transforming Geelong’s economy, creating new prospects for growth and innovation including premium A-grade office spaces and over 70 per cent of vacant serviced industrial land currently available. |
 | Strong talent pipeline Geelong’s labour force now exceeds 155,000, with jobs growing faster than all other Australian cities in recent years. Employers also tap the wider Melbourne labour market within an hour via direct road and rail. Local universities and education academies graduate thousands of skilled professionals each year. |
 | Lifestyle appeal Geelong is a city where top talent chooses to live and work. The city combines a walkable waterfront CBD, UNESCO City of Design culture, thriving food and live music scenes, quality schools and all the big city options at a more relaxed pace. Geelong’s liveable environment attracts and retains people, fostering long-term business success. |
Diverse, innovation-ready economy
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How we support your investment journey
The City of Greater Geelong is committed to supporting businesses and promoting investment opportunities to drive economic growth. Our four-step pathway makes investing in Geelong straightforward:
Connect with us online or in-person. We welcome enquiries from businesses, developers, community groups and government agencies, and help pinpoint opportunities that align with our strategic priorities.
We assist you through the planning process, provide market data, arrange site visits and connect you with local, state and federal partners and support networks.
Regular check-ins ensure your project stays on track, with all sensitive information kept confidential under Deeds of Confidentiality.
We help amplify your achievements. Milestones are celebrated with launch events, media coverage and council channels, building community pride and investor momentum.
Ready to invest in Geelong?
Submit your enquiry to arrange a confidential discussion about your investment opportunities in Greater Geelong.
Start your journey with the City of Greater Geelong today and unlock the full potential of your business in one of Australia’s most exciting and dynamic regions.
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