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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.
City invites views on future of Belmont Dog Park
Belmont Dog Park users are being invited to share their views on the preferred surface for the popular canine play space moving into the future.
City partners in Apprenticeship and Traineeship Support Forum
The City of Greater Geelong will partner with the Gordon (Workforce Australia Local Jobs, Skilling the Bay) in hosting a forum aimed at boosting an interest in apprenticeships across the Geelong region.
Geelong declared a Tree City of the world
The City of Greater Geelong has been officially recognised as a Tree City of the World by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation.

The City celebrates First Nations artwork on NBN Boxes
Artwork by local First Nations people is being celebrated on NBN boxes in Greater Geelong.
First Nations NBN Box Design Commission Expression of Interest
The City of Greater Geelong warmly invites First Nations artists living in the Greater Geelong region to propose designs for a series of NBN Boxes across our City.
Statement regarding local libraries
The City of Greater Geelong does not support the closure of any libraries.
Northern Aquatic and Community Hub reaches halfway
Construction of the $65.6 million Northern Aquatic and Community Hub in Norlane has now passed 50 per cent complete.
City implements redesigned structure
The City of Greater Geelong has implemented changes aimed at improving how the organisation serves the community while remaining financially sustainable.

A night with ABCs Hannah Moloney; presenting at Geelong Nature Festival Launch
The anticipation is building for the launch of the Geelong Nature Festival where attendees will be treated to a captivating presentation by none other than Hannah Moloney, Tasmanian presenter of ABC Television's Gardening Australia.
Belmont Dog Park set for remediation work
A combination of winter growing conditions, rain and heavy use of Belmont Dog Park Dog has led to the decision to fence off the central grassed area of the popular park from Thursday 11 May until late October 2023.

Emerging fashion designers recognised for innovation in design.
The City of Greater Geelong’s National Wool Museum announces 20 emerging designers shortlisted to win the We the Makers Sustainable Fashion Prize 2023.

The Secret arrives at Boronggook Drysdale Library
Community members are embracing the Bellarine Peninsula’s newly opened state-of-the-art Boronggook Drysdale Library, including a playable sculpture of an abstract female form installed near the entrance.

Boronggook Drysdale Library officially opened
A new $9.15 million public library featuring an innovative circular design, planted roofscape and an amphitheatre, is officially opened.
Construction underway on Beacon Point Shared Trail
Work to build a new shared trail at Beacon Point in Clifton Springs is underway.
Local community groups and organisations urged to act on positive ageing grants
Not for profit community groups and registered charitable organisations across Greater Geelong are being urged to apply for positive ageing grants with the closing date for submissions fast approaching.

Opportunities for growth as South Barwon Cricket Club unveil new training facilities
The ability to grow its junior and female cricket programs is among benefits to South Barwon Cricket Club following the unveiling of the Swans’ new turf and hard-wicket training nets at South Barwon Reserve on Friday.