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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.

Marveloo increases accessibility and inclusivity across Greater Geelong
We’re striving for access and inclusion for all Greater Geelong residents through the availability of our Marveloo for use at events and community sites.

'Christmas in our community' grants foster inclusivity and equity
Geelong's northern suburbs are gearing up for the festive season as communities unite to celebrate the magic of Christmas with a family movie night and an open-air celebration in Corio funded by the City’s annual Christmas in the Community grants.

Youth Award winners announced
Young people making an outstanding contribution across Greater Geelong have been recognised at the annual Geelong Youth Awards.

Sustainability Performance Report helps City track progress
Environmental, social and economic initiatives helped create a more sustainable community, as the City continues its efforts to reduce carbon emissions across its operations, aiming to be carbon neutral by 2025.

Council approves sale of land parcel at Connections Park Corio
Council last night voted in favour of beginning the process to sell a second parcel of land at Connections Park in Corio.

LGBTIQA+ Advisory Committee unveiled
The City of Greater Geelong has strengthened its commitment to better support and engage with the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex and Asexual (LGBTQIA+) community by unveiling its inaugural advisory committee.

City celebrates multicultural communities
The City of Greater Geelong is celebrating the talents, influence, and stories of Victoria's rich multicultural communities by marking Cultural Diversity Week.

City launches latest Community Leadership Program
We've launched our 2023 Community Leadership Program as part of our commitment to developing skilled and passionate leaders across the region.

Drysdale Customer Service Centre relocating to exciting new Boronggook Library
Drysdale’s Customer Service Centre is relocating from 18/20 Hancock St to the innovative new $9.15 million Boronggook (Bo-rong-gook) Drysdale Library - only a short 100m walk across the road at 10 Wyndham Street.

Awards celebrate Greater Geelong women making a difference
The extraordinary contributions and leadership roles of women in Greater Geelong were celebrated with the annual Women in Community Life Awards on Wednesday 8 March 2023, International Women’s Day.

City invites input into playground renewal
Residents are invited to have their say as the City of Greater Geelong renew nine playgrounds across the region.

City invites input into Sparrow Park renewal
Sparrow Park is being renewed and the City of Greater Geelong is inviting residents to have their say on the proposed plans.

Collaboration key to emissions reduction
A new approach to grant funding is driving action for climate change in Greater Geelong.

Favourite Places: Stead Park Hockey Ground
It’s the location of countless wins and losses, tough drills, and in-depth strategising. But most of all, Stead Park Hockey Ground is where lifelong friendships are made.

Garden classroom set for learning
A new education program launched by the Geelong Botanic Gardens is helping students connect the dots between nature and academic learning.

Meet the Locals: We are all in the same boat
A restoration project designed to bring a historic Montague Whaler back to its former glory is nearing completion.