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.

Moorabool Street to receive a median strip and lighting upgrade
The City of Greater Geelong will upgrade Moorabool Street by installing new artwork on the median strip and enhancing lighting.

Community invited to help restore endangered Seaview Grassland Nature Reserve
Greater Geelong residents are invited to a community planting day from 1.30-3.30 pm on Thursday 4 June at Seaview Grassland Nature Reserve, an ecologically significant site along the Barwon River Trail in Belmont.

Geelong City Market lifts local trade and community spirit
The Geelong City Market delivered a strong economic and social boost to central Geelong in its first months of operation, attracting thousands of visitors and injecting millions into the local economy.

Free after school youth hubs provide peace of mind for parents
Are you a parent of a young person and looking for a safe and welcoming environment for them to go to after school? Our free youth hubs have you covered!

Registrations open for 2026 Live Music Summit
Musicians, venue operators, educators, industry professionals and music lovers are invited to register for the 2026 Live Music Summit at Barwon Heads Hotel on Wednesday 20 May from 4.00-8.30 pm.

City says thanks to over 300 volunteers
The City of Greater Geelong is marking National Volunteer Week by recognising the contributions made by over 300 volunteers across eight City programs and venues.

Global Hub open for international business
A dedicated space to foster international engagement, collaboration and connection is now open in Geelong.

Bringing community voices into Council decision-making
Community members from Council’s advisory committees have come together for the first time to discuss their knowledge and experiences around disability, LGBTQIA+ communities and the environment.

Children’s Week grants to celebrate our smallest residents
Applications are now open for grant funding to support local events during Children’s Week.

Businesses to rise and thrive with the right support
Businesses will get a helping hand to launch, grow and thrive from those who know their community best.

New food and experiences set for Geelong waterfront revamp
Geelong’s iconic waterfront is set for a fresh wave of food, tourism and entertainment experiences, with the City of Greater Geelong calling for local businesses and entrepreneurs to help revitalise the popular foreshore.

Young leaders use their voices for good
Six young people selected for Geelong’s Youth Parliament team have connected with Victorian MPs to seek advice on the draft bill they’ve developed, parliamentary debating and growing their leadership skills.

Help shape our first Open Space Strategy
Greater Geelong residents are invited to have their say on the City’s first Draft Open Space Strategy.

Business Concierge service helps to turn ideas into a reality
The City’s free business support service helps turn dreams into shopfronts and get owners trading sooner.

New-look Windsor Park set to lift women’s and girls’ sport
The North Shore Seagulls are settling into their upgraded home at Windsor Park after construction wrapped up in time for the 2026 season.

Jakara Anthony presented with the Geelong Medal at Civic Ceremony
Australia's most successful Winter Olympian, Jakara Anthony OAM, has been presented with the inaugural Geelong Medal by Mayor Stretch Kontelj OAM at an official ceremony today.