Our featured news, community updates and media releases.

Kinder applications now open as Meli announced to run Yirrama Community Hub
Parents and caregivers can now apply for three and four-year-old kindergarten places, following the appointment of Meli Kindergarten Services to operate our new community facility in Charlemont.

Dhilpamarna Auditorium celebrates culture, community at Norlane ARC
The coming together of hands and people has inspired the new name of the Norlane Aquatic and Recreation Centre (ARC) auditorium.

All In for National Reconciliation Week 2026
We’re encouraging community members of all backgrounds to reflect on how they can do their bit for Reconciliation in Greater Geelong at upcoming National Reconciliation Week events.

2024 Youth Council announced
Twelve young people passionate about making a difference in the community were inducted into the 2024 Youth Council on Wednesday.
New project gets tails wagging at Aldershot Reserve
The City of Greater Geelong will build a fenced dog park at Aldershot Reserve in St Albans Park with the help of funding from the Australian Government.
Eastern Park Play Space to temporarily close for routine maintenance
One of the City’s most popular play spaces, the Eastern Park Play Space, will be closed for routine maintenance on Tuesday 6 February.

Jobfind sponsors fleet vehicle as Council celebrates 15 years of TAC L2P program
Local employment service Jobfind has generously sponsored a fleet vehicle in the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) L2P Program.

Showcase Greater Geelong with a smile
The City is seeking friendly and helpful community members who are interested in becoming a tourism volunteer.
New aquatic and community centre ready to make a splash in Norlane
Construction of the Northern Aquatic and Community Hub in Norlane is complete, paving the way for the highly anticipated facility to open on 19 February.
Temporary change to Geelong Resource Recovery Centre drop-offs
The Geelong Resource Recovery Centre will temporarily stop accepting garden organics, soil and rubble from 1 February, to allow part of the facility to close for upgrade works.
City's $500,000 Bus Shelter Renewal Program enhancements
In its ongoing commitment to enhance public transportation infrastructure, the City of Greater Geelong invested $500,000 in the 2022/23 Bus Shelter Renewal Program. This initiative aimed at improving eight bus shelters strategically located across the region.

David Scheel Performs 'Don't Shoot Me I'm Only t
Prepare for an uproarious journey through classical music as Australian pianist and comedian David Scheel, brings his internationally acclaimed show, Don’t Shoot Me I’m Only the Piano Player, to the Potato Shed 2pm Sunday 25 February.
Date change for Geelong carols
Due to weather the Geelong YMCA has decided to move Carols by Candlelight Geelong to Saturday 23 December.
Make borrowing your New Year's Resolution
January is a time many of us use to reflect and reset for the coming year. Some of us may resolve to reduce our outgoing costs and save more, while others may decide we want to reduce the amount of clutter in our homes and live more sustainably.

Poppy Kettle Playground reopens
One of Geelong’s most loved waterfront features, Poppy Kettle Playground, has re-opened in time for Christmas following the installation of a new slide and the completion of maintenance works.

Wurriki Nyal Civic Precinct achieves 6-Star NABERS waste rating
The City of Greater Geelong has been awarded a coveted 6-Star NABERS waste rating for the Wurriki Nyal Civic Precinct located at 137-149 Mercer Street, Geelong.

Potato Shed closure for Christmas and refurbishment
The Potato Shed and box office will close for Christmas on Thursday 21 December 2023 and reopen on Monday 8 January 2024.
Input into New Major Events Attraction Strategy welcome
The City of Greater Geelong is excited to announce the initiation of a comprehensive new Major Events Attraction Strategy, underscoring its commitment to positioning Geelong as a premier destination for major events, festivals, and cultural gatherings.
Youth to co-design Central Geelong Youth Hub
The City of Greater Geelong will open a Geelong Youth Hub within the Busport building in central Geelong as part of a two-year pilot starting in January 2025 running until December 2026.