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.
Council seeks recognition on trees
As part of ongoing sustainability efforts to increase the region’s tree canopy, Council will apply for the City of Greater Geelong to be recognised as a Tree City of the World.
Apply for our Ocean Grove District Ride Centre reference group
The City of Greater Geelong is calling on community members to consider becoming a part of the Ocean Grove District Ride Centre Community Reference Group.
St Leonards upgrade paves the way
Streetscapes have been upgraded in the popular coastal town of St Leonards, including the installation of new lighting, paving, seating and hundreds of plants.

2023 Youth Council unveiled
Eight young people put their hand up and delivered a candidate speech for the 2023 Junior Mayor position at Monday’s Youth Council Induction held at the Council Chamber at City Hall.
Floods: information and assistance
This page contains information about areas impacted by flash flooding in the Geelong region, as well as safety advice and directions to find assistance or request repairs.
January 26 community consultation
The City of Greater Geelong is reviewing feedback from across the community about the way it marks January 26 .
New Councillor elected to Brownbill Ward
Greater Geelong Council has welcomed its newest councillor, with Melissa Cadwell elected Monday following a countback conducted by the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC).

Wurriki Nyal opens doors to the community
Community members will have the opportunity to explore Wurriki Nyal, Greater Geelong’s new Civic Precinct, during an open day on Saturday 18 February 2023.
Belmont Dog Park re-opens to furry friends
Dog owners and their four-legged friends are set to descend on Belmont Dog Park, with the centre re-opening following significant remediation work.
Climate change challenge takes centre stage
The challenges arising from our current climate crisis and loss of seasons will confront Greater Geelong residents as the award-winning performance ‘The End of Winter’ takes centre stage at Drysdale’s Potato Shed on Saturday 19 August 2023.
City moves to process food waste locally
Geelong is set to process more food waste locally after the addition of two in-vessel HotRot composting units at the City of Greater Geelong’s Anakie Organics Processing Facility.

Improved movement thanks to shared path connections and crossings
Pedestrians, cyclists and other active users looking to make the most of the warmer weather stand to benefit from improved shared path connections in East Geelong, Lara and Corio.

Clifton Springs Boat Harbour - shallow entrance at low tides
Vessel operators are warned that the entrance to the Clifton Springs Boat Harbour (CSBH) may be shallow at low tides and restricted by seagrass wrack.

Pontoon replacements provide a boost for boating enthusiasts
The Ocean Grove’s Guthridge Street Boat Ramp has been upgraded to improve the functionality of the piles and pontoons for the region’s boating enthusiasts.

Rippleside Jetty upgrade
The decking, balustrade and lighting works on the Rippleside Jetty, Drumcondra, are complete. The jetty is again open for public use and enjoyment.
City prepared for influx of visitors to Eastern Beach
We have are preparing for the more than 10,000 people a day to visit the Eastern Beach area this Christmas and New Year period.