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Help shape vision proposing thousands of new homes, jobs and better connections
Council’s given the green light for community consultation to begin on Monday 14 September for the Draft West Fyans - Fyans Street Precinct Structure Plan.

Parking infringements
Following a recent review of our infringement system, we identified a software issue that resulted in duplicate infringement numbers being assigned to a small number of parking infringements.

Spring into running season and be part of history
Now spring has arrived, the countdown is on to the inaugural Geelong Running Festival.

Key Creamery Road planning documents put out for public exhibition
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.

Pavilion at Wallington Reserve in line for significant renewal
Council has contracted Plan Group Geelong to transform the Wallington Reserve pavilion, with works expected to begin in mid-January.

Council defers glass bin rollout and urges Victorian Government for greater flexibility
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 unite to call for investment in Avalon Airport Employment Precinct
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.

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

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

Women in Street Art program commissions a dynamic new installation from Jaz Mishap
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.

A Christmas to remember for families who often miss out
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.

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

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

Windows celebrate cultures of the world for Christmas in Geelong
A celebration of culture, community and diversity is on display in a new public exhibition in central Geelong, open 24/7.

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

Drysdale Sports Precinct breaks ground on Stage 2
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.

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

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

Geelong Waterfront set for renewed vision under new master plan
Council has adopted the Geelong Waterfront Master Plan, guiding development, management and investment to enhance the waterfront precinct as a recreational and tourism hub.