Drysdale’s Potato Shed will pay tribute to the exceptional life of country star Dolly Parton when renowned West End performer Kelly O’Brien takes centre stage at the region’s iconic performance space next month.

One of Geelong’s most loved, free children’s attractions, Poppy Kettle Playground, will soon close temporarily as the popular play space undergoes significant repair works.

A radical reworking of George Orwell’s Animal Farm will come under the spotlight in Drysdale as the Potato Shed hosts three performances of the iconic political fable over 22-23 August 2023.

We will carry out a $2.2 million upgrade of Sugargum Drive and Bodega Street in Waurn Ponds, funded by the Australian Government’s Roads to Recovery program.

Young people across Greater Geelong who are passionate about making a difference in the community are encouraged to nominate for the 2024 City of Greater Geelong Youth Council.

Our recycled roads mean we’re using fewer virgin materials while turning waste into a valuable resource, an important part of our commitment to creating a local circular economy.

A $1.94 million redevelopment of the popular Waurn Ponds Skate Park is now complete, making it a destination for skate and other wheeled sport enthusiasts.

Greater Geelong Council has welcomed its newest councillor, with Elise Wilkinson elected following a countback conducted by the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC).

Residents can pick up free locally made compost for their spring planting from five community organisations on Saturday 7 October 2023.

Ali Wastie has begun her first day as the City of Greater Geelong’s new Chief Executive Officer.

The City of Greater Geelong Council has noted the final Business Feasibility report for the Geelong Museum of Motoring and Industry and the ‘Big Thing’ and given in principle support for both projects.

The 2023 report on the outcomes of rate capping in Victoria identifies any impacts or trends that might be emerging across the local government sector.

Geelong residents who want to grow their passion for the local environment and the great outdoors are encouraged to apply for Greater Geelong’s Nature Stewards program.

Both in-person and on-line workshops are on offer as we invite input into our Access and Inclusion Action Plan 2024-28. 

City of Greater Geelong Turf Management and Horticulture apprentices were selected to work alongside world-renowned AAMI Park turf specialists to prepare the playing surfaces for the FIFA Women’s World Cup tournament.

The City of Greater Geelong with community and agency partners, is proud to present the Geelong Nature Festival, a six-week exploration of the wonders of nature, launching on Friday 15 September 2023.