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Lara's Hidden Gem: The Kevin Hoffman Walk
Running alongside the eastern banks of Hovells Creek, between Station Lake Road and Flinders Avenue, is one of the region’s most tranquil, yet little-known spots.

Street performers hit the right note
Performers are filling Central Geelong’s streets with live music and entertainment each weekday as part of the Music in the City Series.

We're engaged!
During the past 12 months, we asked the community for their views on 195 projects via our online ‘Have Your Say’ page.

Grant for solar panels increases relief
An environmental sustainability grant for solar panels is helping this food relief organisation do a whole lot more than just keep the lights on.

L2P: Driving with purpose
When Jude Adams became a TAC L2P Program volunteer mentor 12 years ago, she had no idea just how rewarding it would be.

Nominations now open for the Geelong Awards for People with Disability
Nominations for the Geelong Awards for People with Disability have opened.

Onwards and upwards for the Anakie Roos
Finding the right words to express what a new $2.2 million pavilion means to the Anakie Football Netball Club is difficult for President, Heath Menhennet.

Osborne House project moves to final design stage
The redevelopment of the historic Osborne House in North Geelong has moved into the final design stage.

Painting a different picture of Geelong
A team of women artists have been relishing the opportunity to showcase their creativity on Geelong’s walls, car parks and laneways as part of a new street art project.

Our sustainable fleet
We are always looking at ways to maximise efficiencies, improve safety, reduce our environmental footprint and provide value for money.

Sustainability initiatives slash carbon emissions
The Council is closing in on its ambitious aim of becoming carbon neutral, with emissions from its operations slashed by more than 50 per cent since June 2017.

CEO Martin Cutter announces resignation
City of Greater Geelong Chief Executive Officer Martin Cutter has announced he will step down from his role at the end of September 2022.

Feedback invited on Inclusive Playspace design
The City of Greater Geelong is inviting the community to provide feedback on the detailed design of the Rippleside Inclusive Playspace.

Free and low-cost events for small businesses
From workshops to networking opportunities and expert panels, there’s something for everyone at this year’s Geelong Small Business Festival.

Business case to look at livestock exchange
City of Greater Geelong Councillors have endorsed a resolution to proceed with a Business Case that will include further analysis from experts in relevant fields to deliver a Regional Livestock and Rural Information Exchange Hub and Truck Wash in Greater Geelong.

Community engagement period opens for the Southeast Bellarine Coastal Area (4W-Collendina)
The City of Greater Geelong has released the draft Southeast Bellarine Coast (4W-Collendina) Coastal and Marine Management Plan (CMMP) until the 7 August for community feedback.

Contract awarded to G21 region-based businesses
Three contractors based in the G21 region have been selected by council to move bulk household and green organics throughout the municipality until July 2025.

Council joins stage two of united environmental project
The City of Greater Geelong Council has voted to join stage two of the Elevating Environmentally Sustainable Development (ESD) Targets planning policy project.

Draft rules and policy endorsed by Council
Council last night endorsed the release of the draft Governance Rules and Public Question and Submission Time Policy and is now inviting the community to have its say on the draft documents.

Further funds to upgrade ageing assets
The share of funding allocated towards renewing Council’s extensive asset base will be progressively increased over the next decade.

Further investigations into low-cost camping
City of Greater Geelong Council have noted the findings of a feasibility study into establishing a low-cost camping site in the north of Geelong to help cater to the growing recreational vehicle (RV) market.

Reconciliation journey continues
Council has noted the City of Greater Geelong’s progress towards implementing the Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) but acknowledged more needs to be done to advance Reconciliation in the region.

Rezoning at Melaluka Road, Leopold
A proposal to rezone 2.5 hectares of land in Leopold for a new residential development of approximately 35 residential lots has been adopted by City of Greater Geelong Council, following a recommendation from an independent panel of planning experts.

Strategy sets road safety targets
Council has finalised a new road safety strategy that outlines an ambitious vision of no deaths and serious injuries on Greater Geelong roads by 2050.

Council brings the budget back into the black
Supporting a raft of capital works projects and progressively increasing spending on existing assets are key features of the Council’s 2022-23 Budget.

Greater Geelong celebrates Refugee Week 2022
Today is World Refugee Day, and the City of Greater Geelong is proud to celebrate the day as part of Refugee Week, which runs until Saturday 25th June.

Community Green Achievers honoured
Volunteers behind transformative renewable energy projects are among the recipients of the annual Community Green Achiever Awards.

Mayor Murrihy elected to serve community
Councillor Peter Murrihy is Greater Geelong’s new Mayor, after a unanimous vote by the Council during tonight’s special meeting at City Hall.

Happy trails in Barwon Heads
A new shared trail that improves connections between key coastal facilities and encourages active transport has been completed.

Sustainable bridges in North Geelong win awards
The peak body for engineering and public works in Australasia has recognised a project to deliver two bridges in North Geelong for innovation, excellence, and sustainability.

Arts and Community Hub opens in Barwon Heads
Barwon Heads residents are set to benefit from the development of an arts and community hub focused on supporting regional creative talent and improving access to the arts.

Meal Preparation Tips on The Menu
Greater Geelong residents have a unique opportunity to learn key tips on meal planning and preparation, free of charge, as part of the City of Greater Geelong’s Eat Well, Live Well campaign.

Resignation of Mayor Stephanie Asher
Stephanie Asher has informed the City’s CEO of her decision to step down from the role of Greater Geelong Mayor, effective Wednesday 15 June, and return to her position as a councillor.

CCTV used to target illegal dumping
Permanent and mobile CCTV cameras and patrols are being used by the City of Greater Geelong to target illegal dumping in the community.

Foo Fighters gig a breakout night for Geelong
New data shows that spending on dining and entertainment in Greater Geelong increased by 26 per cent – or $1.3 million – on the night of the ground-breaking Foo Fighters concert.

Care Packs Support Rough Sleepers
The City of Greater Geelong has partnered with Community Care Chemist to support people ‘sleeping rough’ in the municipality.

Nature Stewards returns in July
Residents with an interest in their local environment and great outdoors are encouraged to apply for Greater Geelong’s Nature Stewards program.

A new brand sharing the greater Australian stories of Geelong
People across Australia will be able to discover what makes Geelong greater as part of a new unified place brand to attract migrants, businesses, students, and tourists to the region.

Projections mark National Reconciliation Week
Artworks by First Nations People will be projected onto Geelong’s City Hall and the Barwon Water forecourt as part of the City’s National Reconciliation Week celebrations.

Acknowledging National Sorry Day
May 26 is National Sorry Day, marking the anniversary of the Bringing Them Home report in 1998, an inquiry into the past policies which caused Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children to be removed from their families and communities.

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