As patronage at Geelong’s seven Swim, Sport and Leisure centres spikes during summer, the City is reminding community members to treat lifeguards and other employees with respect and care - not aggression.

The festive season is wrapping up, which means it’s almost time to farewell the Floating Christmas Tree for another year.

Due to the forecast extreme heat for tomorrow, Wednesday 7 January, the City of Greater Geelong will make temporary adjustments to some services to keep everyone safe.

Spotting near drownings and identifying offenders are all in a day’s work for our CCTV (Closed-Circuit Television) Project Officer.

As Christmas in Geelong enters its final week, we’re seeking feedback to shape the program for 2026.

Part of High Street in Drysdale will be temporarily closed from late January to Easter 2026 while the City upgrades the existing drainage culvert near De Burgh Road. Detours will be in place via De Burgh Road, Princess Street, and Eversley Street.

The City of Greater Geelong has announced the successful applications for the latest round of Community Equipment Grants.

The City of Greater Geelong has lodged its submission for the 2026-27 Victorian State Budget, calling for critical regional infrastructure, initiatives to support community wellbeing, and targeted policy reform.

When the festive season starts to fizzle, what happens to your natural Christmas tree? The City of Greater Geelong’s Waste team has a few easy, eco-friendly ways to help residents wrap up Christmas responsibly.

The Draft Amendment C450ggee – Creamery Road is now out for public exhibition, following the granting of consent by the Minister for Planning, The Hon Sonya Kilkenny MP.

Council has contracted Plan Group Geelong to transform the Wallington Reserve pavilion, with works expected to begin in mid-January.

Council has deferred committing to the introduction of a kerbside glass recycling service and will continue to lobby the Victorian Government for greater flexibility, amid concerns of inefficiencies and significant costs to councils and the community.

Leaders from across Greater Geelong and Wyndham City have joined forces to advocate for major investment in Avalon Airport and its surrounding industrial precinct in the lead-up to the 2026 Victorian Election.

The City has reviewed and updated its Special Rates and Charges (SRC) Policy to ensure it is clear, practical and easy to understand.

A big Christmas edition of the Geelong City Market will celebrate small business this Saturday.

A striking new artwork in Union Street, Geelong, invites visitors to reflect on themes of home, identity, and migration through the perspectives of culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) women. 

Community members with high support needs and their families have had private 20-minute sessions with Santa over three days at the Wurriki Nyal civic precinct.

The City is reviewing and updating its current Community Engagement Policy to ensure it reflects the evolving needs, expectations and aspirations of our community. 

Every day is different for the City’s 200 Community Care workers, who support 4,000 Home Care clients across Greater Geelong.

Council has reaffirmed its position on Energy from Waste (EfW) solutions and future waste operations following a report tabled at Tuesday’s council meeting.

A celebration of culture, community and diversity is on display in a new public exhibition in central Geelong, open 24/7.

The City of Greater Geelong is partnering with Live Music Locator to deliver a pilot program to make it easier to find live gigs.

The City of Greater Geelong, alongside the Victorian and Australian Governments, marked the beginning of Stage 2 of the Drysdale Sports Precinct with a sod turning ceremony on Thursday 11 December 2025.

A traditional nativity scene is on display at the Geelong Botanic Gardens, offering a peaceful place to reflect on the meaning of Christmas.

The statue of Queen Victoria has been reinstated at Eastern Park.

The City’s 2026 calendar has been revealed with a picturesque sunrise shot of Barwon Heads by Fabian Reinelt the successful cover photo.

Council has adopted the Geelong Waterfront Master Plan, guiding development, management and investment to enhance the waterfront precinct as a recreational and tourism hub.

The 2025 Youth Council Advisory Committee has made a series of recommendations to Council that aim to improve the lives of young people in Greater Geelong.

Council has voted to take the next step in the planning process to facilitate a Leopold Homemaker Centre at 92-100 Melaluka Road, Leopold, behind the current Gateway Plaza.

The City of Greater Geelong will adopt a new budget development process for the 2026–27 financial year, allowing for earlier and more meaningful community input.

Councillors Chris Burson and Anthony Aitken have joined Lara Swimming Club members to help unveil a new deck, pergola and ramp at its Bank Street clubrooms over the weekend.

Council has voted to request that the Minister for Planning, the Hon Sonya Kilkenny MP appoint an independent planning panel to consider submissions relating to the Pakington Street Urban Design Frameworks (UDFs).

Residents living with disability have been recognised for their achievements and contributions to the Greater Geelong community at a special International Day of People with Disability event.

Armstrong Creek families are set to enjoy a new sports and recreation hub, with Council approving the Coastside Drive Recreation Reserve Master Plan.

The City of Greater Geelong is seeking providers to deliver a range of business support programs that will fuel economic growth and innovation.

The National Wool Museum is proud to announce the final winners of the 2025 We the Makers Sustainable Fashion Prize, recognising exceptional emerging designers who are shaping the future of sustainable fashion.

This summer, BirdLife Australia volunteers are back on our beaches to protect one of our most vulnerable coastal birds – the Hooded Plover, affectionately known as the “Hoodie”.

City crews are joining forces to make sure the Bellarine’s main streets are looking their best ahead of the busy summer season.

Celebrate Christmas at the National Wool Museum with free entry and an exclusive look at the internationally acclaimed Wildlife Photographer of the Year, direct from the Natural History Museum, London.

Christmas and creativity go hand-in-hand in Geelong this festive season.