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3D model enhancements of Greater Geelong for public use
A $40,000 state government grant will be used to enhance our region's 3D model with the aim of improving the digital planning experience for the City’s planners, architects, developers and the broader community.
Short-term closure of Landy Field for track repairs
Geelong’s John Landy Athletics Field will be closed for one week as track repairs are carried out in preparation for the rapidly approaching athletics season.
Norlane’s upgraded Labuan Square officially opens
A streetscape upgrade to Labuan Square in Norlane is now complete, making it a great place for friends, family, and children to come together.

Increased opening hours for popular Geelong landmark
Greater Geelong residents and tourists alike will have increased access to Geelong’s historic Waterfront Carousel following a change in opening times to align with summer hours.
Anakie Reserve social rooms redevelopment complete
A $2.85 million upgrade to the Anakie Recreation Reserve is now complete, providing new social rooms and facilities for users of the sporting fields and the entire community.

City promotes hands-on learning for apprentices in rose pruning
The City of Greater Geelong has partnered with The Gordon to provide hands-on learning opportunities for the City's first to fourth year apprentices and the TAFE's horticulture students.
Geelong Sustainability Electric Homes Program leads way to clean energy future
Last night, Councillor Peter Murrihy joined community environment group, Geelong Sustainability, at the Geelong Library & Heritage Centrefor an official community launch of the Electric Homes Program.
Playground renewal set to begin
The City of Greater Geelong is set to begin its local playground renewal process with work beginning on Belmont’s Francis Reserve, Highton’s Gwyther Reserve, Leopold’s Lubeck Reserve and Moolap Reserve in the City’s east, this month.
Tim Hill Reserve upgrade complete
A $393,000 upgrade at Tim Hill Reserve in Highton is complete, delivering fully automated field-wide irrigation, rotunda, new synthetic cricket wicket, AFL wicket cover and AFL goal posts.

Community unites to plant thousands of trees for greener future
Around 350 local residents have joined forces to plant more than 3,000 trees for National Tree Day at a free City of Greater Geelong-run community event in Lara on Sunday 30 July 2023.
City invites input into Access and Inclusion Action Plan
Greater Geelong residents are invited to play their part in creating a more accessible, inclusive, and welcoming community by helping shape the City of Greater Geelong’s new Access and Inclusion Action Plan 2024-2028.

Triple Finalist in 2023 MAV Technology Awards
The City of Greater Geelong has been named as a 2023 Finalist for three MAV Technology Awards for Excellence.
Council meets its first financial test
The City of Greater Geelong is poised to achieve a break even budget result in 2022-23, having worked hard to recover its budget position during the second half of the financial year.
North Bellarine Aquatic Centre Stage Two designs approved
The City of Greater Geelong Council has approved Stage Two concept designs for a state-of-the-art indoor aquatic centre at the North Bellarine Aquatic Centre in Drysdale.

Limeburners Point Boat Harbour - parking and jetty upgrade
Works are commencing on the upgrade of the overflow carparking area at the boat harbour.
Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey results 2023
Results of the annual Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey have been released, showing positive results and areas for improvement for the City of Greater Geelong.

New lights for Bell Park Sports Club
A $397,000 lighting upgrade at Bell Park Sports Club is complete, allowing the Batesford-based soccer club to increase playing and training opportunities for its growing membership base.
Report to Council on delegation opportunities
Council will consider a report at Tuesday’s council meeting that recommends the Mayor attend the annual UNESCO Creative Cities Network conference in Istanbul, Türkiye and other international delegate opportunities in September.

Geelong region attracts international attention
Greater Geelong is making waves overseas as we position ourselves on the world stage as a Clever and Creative city-region.
Cancellation of the 2026 Commonwealth Games
The following can be attributed to Greater Geelong Mayor Trent Sullivan:
City welcomes 82 new citizens at City Hall
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
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
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
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
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
The City of Greater Geelong’s Community Engagement Policy Report was last night presented to Council.
Shopping at whole foods stores
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
An electoral representation advisory panel is reviewing the electoral structure of Greater Geelong City Council and is seeking your input.
Warning on fake parking tickets
We are warning residents to double-check their parking fines following the discovery of fraudulent parking tickets being used within the municipality.

Avalon Beach Boat Ramp upgrade
Better Boating Victoria has commissioned an upgrade of the Avalon Beach Boat Ramp, requiring the closure of the ramp to allow construction to take place.
Invitation to review cat curfew
The City of Greater Geelong is welcoming community feedback on a review of cat curfews within the municipality.

Opportunities emerge as changeroom developments are unveiled
The redevelopment of the Shell Reserve changerooms to feature modern, gender-neutral and accessible facilities will support future participation growth in football, netball, and cricket at Corio Community Sports Club.
Smart support for Flying-fox colony
The City of Greater Geelong will install smart irrigation infrastructure in Geelong’s Eastern Park in the coming months to assist in reducing heat stress deaths within our Grey-headed Flying-fox colony.

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