Our featured news, community updates and media releases.

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.

Lara Golf Course improvements on the way
We’re investing $3.4 million into our beloved Lara Golf Course to ensure it remains sustainable and a destination course for golfers in our region.

First India Business Roundtable a win for Geelong’s Growing Community
Greater Geelong takes major step in international engagement with India-focused economic dialogue

Council votes to adopt final 2025-26 Budget
Council has voted to adopt its final budget for the upcoming financial year following extensive community consultation.

Community feedback sought on proposed land sales
The City of Greater Geelong is inviting community feedback on the proposed sale of land across six sites located throughout the municipality.

Passion, excellence and community spirit behind employee success
Two Swim, Sport and Leisure employees have taken home honours at the annual Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV) Industry Awards.

Community invited to have their say on proposed sale of former Saleyards land
The City of Greater Geelong is inviting community feedback on the proposed sale of part of the land at 125–135 Weddell Road, North Geelong, the site of the former Geelong Saleyards.

Little Malop Street precinct refreshed
The Little Malop Street precinct has undergone a fresh facelift, delivering a cleaner, safer, and more inviting space in the heart of our city.

New central hub for property and leasing opportunities
Do you have a great idea for a community use of City-managed property? Whether you're interested in leasing a building or bringing new life to a public space, it's now easier than ever to get involved.

Council welcomes report supporting smarter growth at Creamery Road
The City of Greater Geelong has released the Standing Advisory Committee’s (SAC) Volume 1 report into the draft Creamery Road Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) and Development Contributions Plan (DCP), following the Minister for Planning granting approval for publication.

National Wool Museum celebrates innovation with winners of Sustainable Fashion Prize 2025
The National Wool Museum is proud to announce the winners of We the Makers Sustainable Fashion Prize 2025, recognising exceptional emerging designers who are shaping the future of sustainable fashion.

Council plans for future Ocean Grove sporting infrastructure amid sport participation growth
Council has voted to adopt the final Ocean Grove Sporting Infrastructure Plan at its May meeting.

Community invited to an upcoming forum on the Armstrong Creek roadworks
The City of Greater Geelong is inviting residents to attend a community forum to learn more about the planning of roadworks in Armstrong Creek and the City’s role in managing road closures.

Explore and Restore: Geelong Nature Festival returns in 2025
The City of Greater Geelong is excited to announce the return of Geelong Nature Festival from 12 – 27 July.

Help activate community spaces at the Geelong Botanic Gardens: Expressions of Interest open now
The City of Greater Geelong is calling on individuals and community groups to submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) to license part of the Geelong Botanic Gardens for community-focused activities that align with the Gardens’ mission and values.

Truck wash to close for saleyards redevelopment
The truck wash at the former Geelong Saleyards is set to close in late September after a three-month public notice period, following a Council resolution at its meeting on Tuesday 27 May.

City of Greater Geelong and Wyndham City Council collaborate on region’s future
The City of Greater Geelong and City of Wyndham are set to strengthen their regional partnership with a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).