Our featured news, community updates and media releases.

Kinder applications now open as Meli announced to run Yirrama Community Hub
Parents and caregivers can now apply for three and four-year-old kindergarten places, following the appointment of Meli Kindergarten Services to operate our new community facility in Charlemont.

Dhilpamarna Auditorium celebrates culture, community at Norlane ARC
The coming together of hands and people has inspired the new name of the Norlane Aquatic and Recreation Centre (ARC) auditorium.

All In for National Reconciliation Week 2026
We’re encouraging community members of all backgrounds to reflect on how they can do their bit for Reconciliation in Greater Geelong at upcoming National Reconciliation Week events.

Young leaders use their voices for good
Six young people selected for Geelong’s Youth Parliament team have connected with Victorian MPs to seek advice on the draft bill they’ve developed, parliamentary debating and growing their leadership skills.

Help shape our first Open Space Strategy
Greater Geelong residents are invited to have their say on the City’s first Draft Open Space Strategy.

Business Concierge service helps to turn ideas into a reality
The City’s free business support service helps turn dreams into shopfronts and get owners trading sooner.

New-look Windsor Park set to lift women’s and girls’ sport
The North Shore Seagulls are settling into their upgraded home at Windsor Park after construction wrapped up in time for the 2026 season.

Jakara Anthony presented with the Geelong Medal at Civic Ceremony
Australia's most successful Winter Olympian, Jakara Anthony OAM, has been presented with the inaugural Geelong Medal by Mayor Stretch Kontelj OAM at an official ceremony today.

Grant funding available to support positive ageing
Local community groups and organisations who host activities and experiences that celebrate positive ageing can now apply for grant funding to support the roll-out of these initiatives.

City launches refreshed website
The City of Greater Geelong has today refreshed its website to modernise its online customer experience.

Greater Geelong maintains Tree Cities of the World status for fourth year
The City of Greater Geelong is proud to maintain the Tree Cities of the World status for a fourth consecutive year, reaffirming its commitment to caring for and growing the region’s urban forest.

Join the next Neighbourhood Conversations in Ocean Grove
The community is invited to the next Neighbourhood Conversations event at Ocean Grove Neighbourhood House on Tuesday 5 May, 11.00 am to 1.00 pm.

Changes to City’s Creche Services
The City of Greater Geelong has made the difficult decision to close the four creche services within Swim, Sport & Leisure, following an extensive review, consultation with staff and community feedback.

Lonel*ness is not a dirty word - so come do something about it with us
We’re searching for people aged 12-25 who live, study, work or play in Greater Geelong and think there's more we can do to build a better connected and inclusive region for young people.

Better for Geelong compost hits shelves at Mitre 10
The City of Greater Geelong is celebrating a major milestone in its circular economy program, with 25‑litre bags of locally made Better for Geelong compost now available at Fagg’s Mitre 10 South Geelong and Wallington stores.

St Helens Seawall temporary closures
The southern section of St Helens seawall will undergo needed repairs. Whilst repairs are underway a small section of St Helens Parks and St Helens car park will be closed to the public.

Anticipation grows for district ride centre as City urges patience
As our $3.5 million Ocean Grove District Ride Centre takes shape at Kingston Park, we’re calling on the local riding community to help us protect this soon-to-be finished world-class facility.

Draft Plan for Nature open for community consultation
Greater Geelong residents and organisations are invited to have their say on the Draft Plan for Nature, a 10‑year roadmap to protect, restore and manage the region’s natural environment through to 2030.

Restoring the Hitchcock Memorial Gateway for the next 100 years
Restoration works have begun on the 100‑year‑old Hitchcock Memorial Gateway at the northern entrance to Johnstone Park on Railway Terrace.