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.

Netball upgrade for Anakie Reserve
An expansion and upgrade of the netball facilities at Anakie Reserve will go ahead with the help of funding from the Australian and Victorian governments.

Back to Back Theatre wins Golden Lion Lifetime Achievement Award at Venice Biennale
Congratulations to Back to Back Theatre on being awarded the prestigious Golden Lion Award for Lifetime Achievement in Theatre at the Venice Biennale.

Cultural Bridges: Celebrating Four Decades of Pako Festa
Experience the spirit of multiculturalism through the stories and objects of Geelong’s community.

Investing in community gardens: Empowering communities and nurturing growth
Community gardens serve as vibrant hubs that foster a sense of belonging, promote sustainable practices, and contribute to overall well-being.

St Leonards foreshore beautification project official opening
The City is excited to announce the completion of new St Leonards Foreshore public facilities thanks to funding provided by the Australian Government through its Community Development Grants Programme.

Baanip Boulevard Boundary Road Signalised Intersection Project, Armstrong Creek West
The City is excited to announce the upcoming Baanip Boulevard Boundary Road Signalised Intersection project, a crucial development in the Armstrong Creek West Precinct Structure Plan, which will provide a vital transportation link and improved pedestrian connectivity for the community within the area.

Belmont Dog Park closed for maintenance and resurfacing works
Belmont Dog Park will be temporarily closed from Monday 19 to Friday 23 February for resurfacing works and maintenance.

Clunies Court Playground closed for maintenance works
The City of Greater Geelong wishes to advise that Clunies Court Playground at 10 Clunies Court, Corio will be closed from 20 - 23 February for maintenance works.

Geelong designated a Tree City of the World for the second year
The City of Greater Geelong has secured its status as a Tree City of the World for a second year, as recognised by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation.

Late, Late at Night brings Rick Springfield's memoir to life
The Potato Shed will host Late, Late at Night, a captivating pop-rock stage adaptation of Rick Springfield’s autobiography, 2pm Sunday 3 March.

Ribbon cut at Northern Aquatic and Community Hub
The brand new Northern Aquatic and Community Hub in Norlane has been officially opened during a ceremony on Friday 9 February.

Drive Slow for SAM
Speed Awareness Monitors (SAMs) are now operational near Moolap Primary School and Highton’s Montpellier Primary School to reduce vehicle speeds and increase safety around school crossings.

Rolling into a New Era: Barwon Heads Bowling Club Upgraded Pavilion Unveiled
The recently upgraded Barwon Heads Bowling Club Pavilion was officially opened today by Federal Member for Corangamite Libby Coker, Mayor Trent Sullivan, State Member for Bellarine Alison Marchant, Councillor Elise Wilkinson and Lawrie Stendt, Barwon Heads Bowls Club President.

$2.76 million grant injection into community projects
There are 31 projects to receive grant funding from Council.

Feedback sought on new skate park
The City of Greater Geelong is seeking community feedback on St Leonards Skate Park, after upgrade works were completed late last year.

GRID Artists to Perform at Pako Festa 2024 – A Showcase of Talent!
The Geelong GRID Series program is excited to showcase its lineup of artists who will be delivering live performances at Pako Festa 2024!