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Linda McGill Aquatic Centre to open its doors to swimmers again
8 October 2026
We’re excited to announce that the 50m outdoor pool at the Linda McGill Aquatic Centre* is reopening on Monday 19 October.
Warrnambool train could reconnect Geelong and Werribee by rail
8 October 2026
City of Greater Geelong and Wyndham City councils are calling on the Victorian Government to immediately trial a direct rail connection between Geelong and Werribee by rerouting existing Warrnambool services through Werribee.
New home for designers and creatives unveiled
7 October 2026
Our region now has a permanent space for designers, creatives, businesses and industry to connect, explore design-led innovation together and showcase their work in the heart of Geelong.
Waste and recycling emerge as Youth Council priorities
27 July 2022
The introduction of a bin beautification project and a soft-plastic recycling system for the home are among recommendations put forward by the City of Greater Geelong’s Youth Council in its second report of 2022.
Expression of Interest Process for curated projection program
26 July 2022
The City of Greater Geelong is seeking applications from an experienced artist or creative team to produce our curated projection program.
Sharing data on our city’s trees
26 July 2022
We are preparing for National Tree Day by sharing data on the more than 165,000 trees we manage in our parks, reserves and streets via the new Urban Forest Dashboard.
City seeks community input into Ride Centre proposal
25 July 2022
The City of Greater Geelong is seeking community input into the proposed location of a District Ride Centre in Ocean Grove’s Kingston Park.
Consultation to continue into social housing
15 July 2022
The City of Greater Geelong is committed to further community consultation as it continues to explore the potential for three parcels of land to be used for social housing.
Have your say on dogs in public places
13 July 2022
Residents are invited to have their say on dog control orders on Council-managed land across Greater Geelong.
Lara's Hidden Gem: The Kevin Hoffman Walk
13 July 2022
Running alongside the eastern banks of Hovells Creek, between Station Lake Road and Flinders Avenue, is one of the region’s most tranquil, yet little-known spots.
Street performers hit the right note
13 July 2022
Performers are filling Central Geelong’s streets with live music and entertainment each weekday as part of the Music in the City Series.
We're engaged!
12 July 2022
During the past 12 months, we asked the community for their views on 195 projects via our online ‘Have Your Say’ page.
Grant for solar panels increases relief
11 July 2022
An environmental sustainability grant for solar panels is helping this food relief organisation do a whole lot more than just keep the lights on.
L2P: Driving with purpose
11 July 2022
When Jude Adams became a TAC L2P Program volunteer mentor 12 years ago, she had no idea just how rewarding it would be.
Nominations now open for the Geelong Awards for People with Disability
11 July 2022
Nominations for the Geelong Awards for People with Disability have opened.
Onwards and upwards for the Anakie Roos
11 July 2022
Finding the right words to express what a new $2.2 million pavilion means to the Anakie Football Netball Club is difficult for President, Heath Menhennet.
Osborne House project moves to final design stage
11 July 2022
The redevelopment of the historic Osborne House in North Geelong has moved into the final design stage.
Painting a different picture of Geelong
11 July 2022
A team of women artists have been relishing the opportunity to showcase their creativity on Geelong’s walls, car parks and laneways as part of a new street art project.
Our sustainable fleet
8 July 2022
We are always looking at ways to maximise efficiencies, improve safety, reduce our environmental footprint and provide value for money.
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