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St Leonards Foreshore Market
We’re working with St Leonards Primary School and seeking state government support to resolve licensing and planning issues so the St Leonards Foreshore Market can continue.

City to host candlelight vigil in solidarity with Helen Haines MP
The City of Greater Geelong will host a candlelight vigil at Johnstone Park on Friday 23 October, joining a number of vigils being organised across Australia bringing the community together for a moment of reflection following the horrific attack on Helen Haines, the independent federal Member for Indi.

Families invited to celebrate Children’s Week across Greater Geelong
A packed program of fun and engaging activities and events will help families across Greater Geelong learn, play and connect as part of this year’s Children’s Week celebrations.

New Christmas grants add extra sparkle to community celebrations
Candles and lanterns will illuminate a celebration of Latin American culture at the Velitas y Farolitos Festival next month, proudly supported by the City of Greater Geelong.

Little Malop Street to close on weekend nights to prioritise emergency vehicles
Little Malop Street will close to most vehicles on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights from 10:00pm to 5:00am between Gheringhap Street and Moorabool Street to enable emergency access.

Active travel program getting kids on track
Students from four local primary schools are walking, riding, scooting and rolling their way into a healthier school routine, thanks to the

City supports Farm My School expansion
Following the success of a pilot farm at Bellarine Secondary College, the City of Greater Geelong is proud to again support the expansion of the Farm My School initiative to a second site at Colac Secondary College.

Dust off your decorations: businesses dress shop windows for Christmas
The City of Greater Geelong is inviting local businesses to help spread some Christmas cheer by making their shopfronts shine as bright as the season.

Take home a piece of Geelong’s history
The Armstrong Creek Boomerang Bags group is selling another 100 bags made from flags donated by the City.

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.