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St Leonards Foreshore Market
23 October 2026
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
22 October 2026
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
20 October 2026
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.
What is it like to live in Geelong?
16 September 2025
We’re inviting Greater Geelong residents to share what life here is really like by taking part in our Community Views Survey.
Spaces for every little explorer: share your ideas for playground renewals
10 September 2025
The City of Greater Geelong is inviting community feedback on proposed designs for seven local playgrounds set to be renewed in 2025.
Young achievers light up the stage at Geelong Youth Awards
8 September 2025
The contributions of local young people aged 12–25 have been celebrated at tonight’s Geelong Youth Awards.
Council adopts planning scheme amendment for Highton Village
3 September 2025
Council has adopted a planning scheme amendment that places the character and community of Highton Village Shopping Centre at its core.
Loneliness forum brings together Social Inclusion Action Group
3 September 2025
The City of Greater Geelong has launched its new Social Inclusion Action Group program with a community loneliness forum, marking the first step in the program addressing social isolation across the region.
Council proposes Willis Street upgrade through Special Charge Scheme
2 September 2025
At last week’s meeting, Council resolved to declare a Special Charge Scheme to co-fund the sealing of Willis Street, Portarlington between Brown and Harding streets.
Help shape the future of Sovereign Drive Recreation Reserve
2 September 2025
The City of Greater Geelong is inviting the community to help shape the future of Sovereign Drive Recreation Reserve through a new draft master plan.
We're here to help – not to be harmed: City launches campaign to stop abuse of frontline workers
2 September 2025
The City of Greater Geelong has launched a new public awareness campaign urging community members to treat people with respect and care – not aggression.
Council approves sale of land at former Saleyards site
1 September 2025
Council has approved the sale of part of the land at 125–135 Weddell Road, North Geelong, marking a major milestone in the transformation of the former Geelong Saleyards site.
Local innovators complete Clean Economy projects tackling waste, housing and emissions
1 September 2025
Three Geelong-based businesses are leading the way in clean technology and circular economy innovation, thanks to support from the City of Greater Geelong’s Clean Economy Grants program.
City of Greater Geelong and Australia India Business Council sign landmark MOU to boost bilateral trade
29 August 2025
The City of Greater Geelong and the Australia India Business Council (AIBC) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking a new chapter in advancing bilateral trade and investment between the Geelong region and India.
Council commits to four years of action towards LGBTQIA+ inclusion
29 August 2025
Council has adopted the Rainbow Action Plan 2025-29, sending a strong message of support to the Geelong region’s LGBTQIA+ community members.
Junior Mayor reflects on Youth Council’s role in driving youth-led change
29 August 2025
Junior Mayor Ayush Singh has highlighted the many events, opportunities and meetings that the 2025 Youth Council has taken part in over the last four months.
Have your say on waterfront future
27 August 2025
A renewed vision for Geelong’s vibrant waterfront is now open for public comment.
Statement - School Bus Incident in Stonehaven
27 August 2025
Greater Geelong Mayor Stretch Kontelj OAM has issues a statement in response to today's tragic school bus incident in Stonehaven.
Rippleside Inclusive Playspace, a Livvi’s Place, opens to the public
25 August 2025
The highly anticipated Rippleside Inclusive Playspace, a Livvi’s Place has opened to the public.
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