Our featured news, community updates and media releases.

Geelong makes case for Special Economic Zone pilot, following Ireland and China
Central Geelong is calling for a special approach.

Australia’s biggest single-day music festival calls Geelong its Victorian home
The City of Greater Geelong and Kardinia Park Stadium and Precinct are thrilled to confirm a landmark partnership with Kicks Entertainment to bring the annual Spilt Milk music festival to Geelong over the next five years.

Nighttime Vibrancy Program launched to improve Little Malop Street after dark
The City of Greater Geelong has launched a new Nighttime Vibrancy Program to help create a more vibrant, welcoming and safe Little Malop Street hospitality precinct.

AgriTech students explore sustainability at Geelong’s compost facility
High school students have been getting their hands dirty at the City’s Anakie Organics Processing Facility as part of Geelong Tech School’s immersive AgriTech program.

Recognising excellence at the Greater Geelong Heritage Awards
The City of Greater Geelong hosted its annual celebration of innovative and engaging projects that are actively conserving and celebrating Geelong’s rich heritage this week.

Calling all green thumbs: free community compost day returns this spring
This spring, the City of Greater Geelong is teaming up with local community gardens to give away free samples of Better for Geelong compost – made locally from recycled green bin waste.

Empowering young people to say no to vaping
Senior students from North Geelong Secondary College and Northern Bay College have co-designed a series of posters, videos and workshop packs aimed at preventing young people from getting hooked on vapes.

Stage 2 of North Bellarine Aquatic Centre progresses with contractor appointment
Ireland Brown Constructions has been endorsed as the preferred head contractor to build stage two of the North Bellarine Aquatic Centre following a competitive open tender process.

Clifton Springs Boat Harbour congested by wrack - October 2025
Recent storms have deposited large amounts of seagrass wrack and sand at the Clifton Springs harbour entrance. Vessel transit is severely impacted.

Turning bright ideas into real success for women in business
From passion projects to profitable ventures, the City of Greater Geelong continues to support women to grow successful and sustainable small businesses.

Help us shape the future of our industrial land
The City of Greater Geelong is reviewing all land designated for industrial use and invites community feedback on the draft Industrial Land Supply Review report.

New chapter for Geelong Arena
Geelong United Basketball (GUB) will be the new venue manager for Geelong Arena, the region’s largest indoor sporting venue, from Thursday 9 October for three years.

Christmas in Geelong launches with carols and lights by the bay
Celebrate the magic of Christmas in the heart of Geelong when two festive favourites join forces for a free family event next month.

Council approves Ocean Grove land sale to support town centre revitalisation
Council has approved the sale of two parcels of City-owned land in Ocean Grove as part of plans to revitalise the town centre.

Council approves sale of vacant Corio property
Council has approved the sale of 59 Bacchus Marsh Road, Corio, following a review of its suitability for ongoing community use.

New food and agribusiness network to grow global opportunities
The City of Greater Geelong and Geelong Manufacturing Council (GMC) have announced a new Food and Agribusiness Network to help local industries to develop markets and capitalise on export opportunities across the globe.

Reefs for resilience at the Dell
The City of Greater Geelong and the University of Melbourne recently hosted a Reefs for Resilience event at Clifton Springs and the Dell Eco Reef.

Behind the scenes in Animal Management
We’re shining a light on the important work of our Animal Management team, who help to keep community members safe and provide education about responsible pet ownership.

Council reaches decision on protection of trees on private land
Council will not pursue permit controls to protect trees on private residential land through a local law or planning overlay.