A signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will pave the way for brand new community spaces and hundreds of kindergarten places in Lara West and Armstrong Creek from 2030.

What started as a lighting upgrade has grown into a broader boost for Grinter Reserve in Newcomb, after careful project delivery freed up funding for additional improvements across the precinct.

Local businesses will have the opportunity to access free expert support and training to help build their capability and confidence as they start, run and grow.

Some of Victoria’s best tree climbers will take to the canopy at the Geelong Botanic Gardens on Saturday 29 August for the Victorian Tree Climbing Competition qualifying event, and the community is invited to come along and spectate.

Young people aged 12-25 who want to meet new people, take part in free activities or just hang out are invited to our weekly Connect Club at The Nest Youth Hub.

The City has officially launched its new and improved graffiti kits, giving residents another way to take action against graffiti in their neighbourhoods.

A different kind of September is taking shape at Kardinia Park as the inaugural Geelong Running Festival laces up for its first event.

The future of grassroots sport is looking bright in Greater Geelong, with the City investing in projects that will expand participation opportunities, improve accessibility and deliver safer, more inclusive sporting facilities across the region.

Geelong residents are encouraged to set their focus on the region’s spectacular surrounds and start snapping, with entries now open for the annual Geelong Calendar photographic competition.

Community members and professionals with expertise and a passion for local heritage are invited to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to join the Geelong Heritage Advisory Committee.

Local young people have helped to officially open our long-awaited Ocean Grove District Ride Centre at Kingston Park, savouring the opportunity to be the first to test out the brand new $3.5 million facility.

Grab your tote bags and baskets – Saturday morning strolls through Little Malop Central are here to stay, with Council committing to support another year of the Geelong City Market.

The City will undertake sand renourishment works at Eastern Beach on Friday 14 August to replenish sand lost through natural coastal erosion.

The City's investment in protecting and enhancing the environment is already delivering real benefits for the community, while laying the foundations for a greener and more resilient future.

Our 15 much-loved libraries will remain within a Geelong Regional Library Corporation (GRLC) library network when Victorian Government law changes kick in, with no disruption to service expected for the community