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.
Council adopts two plans to support asset management
Council has adopted two plans to guide the sustainable management of its extensive infrastructure portfolio: the Asset Plan 2025–35, and the reviewed Municipal Road Management Plan.
Help shape the future of the Geelong West Community Hub
We’re calling on the Geelong West community to give feedback on a draft concept plan for the Geelong West Community Hub.
Local creatives receive support through Creative Seed grants
The City of Greater Geelong has awarded over $19,000 in Creative Seed grants to eight recipients for projects that will enrich Greater Geelong’s creative and cultural landscape.

City waterfront crew a winning team for events big and small
A team of a different kind is preparing for the City of Greater Geelong Run4Geelong on Sunday 9 November.

Global Victoria workshop empowers regional exporters
Last week, the City of Greater Geelong hosted a Regional Export Roadshow delivered by Global Victoria to help our region’s exporters shape their next global chapter and thrive in international markets.

A new future for iconic Osborne House
The City of Greater Geelong has selected Gurner Montgomery to lead the redevelopment of Osborne House, the historic site located at 51 Swinburne Street, North Geelong.
Council adopts financial plan for the next decade
Council has voted to adopt the Long Term Financial Plan 2025-35 at this month's Council Meeting, establishing a roadmap to ensure financial sustainability for the long term.

Thank you for building a better future for Greater Geelong
The 2025 Victorian Senior of the Year Awards have recognised 17 exceptional older Victorians at Government House, including two Geelong locals.

Business support sessions to help your small business succeed
Looking for support and guidance for your small business? The City of Greater Geelong’s Investment and Economy team is here to help with two free business drop-in sessions and a workshop to support anyone wanting to start a small business.

Businesses back bollards on Little Malop Street
Little Malop Street’s pedestrian-friendly laneway culture will continue with automated bollards set to stay.

City in bloom: annual report plants seeds of success for Greater Geelong
A year of change, growth and strength is highlighted in the City of Greater Geelong’s Annual Report 2024-25, which was noted at the October council meeting on Tuesday.

Good vibes guaranteed: City warm-up duo set for Run4Geelong
Two high-energy City of Greater Geelong group fitness instructors will put the fun into fundraising when they lead the warm-up at Run4Geelong next month.

Christmas in Geelong 2025 full program unwrapped
The most wonderful time of the year is back – and Geelong is ready to jingle all the way! The City of Greater Geelong has unwrapped the Christmas in Geelong 2025 program, spreading family cheer from 22 November to 7 January.

Program to tackle mosquito breeding begins
With mosquito breeding season getting underway, the City is starting its mosquito management program this month across Greater Geelong.

Mayor has awarded a prize for innovative built environment revitalisation project
Greater Geelong Mayor Stretch Kontelj OAM has offered a prize to students at Deakin University School of Architecture and Built Environment for the most inspirational architectural proposal.
City welcomes state floodplain management reforms
The City of Greater Geelong has welcomed an announcement from the Victorian Government on reforms to strengthen floodplain management across the state.