Our featured news, community updates and media releases.

Linda McGill Aquatic Centre to open its doors to swimmers again
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
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
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.

From your garden bin to the Botanic Gardens
Garden waste from your garden bin is being transformed into high-quality compost for our region’s public parks, sporting grounds and even local farms.

How you can help people in Afghanistan and your local Afghan community
It’s been over a year since we first saw the terrifying scenes out of Kabul and the ongoing reports of the deteriorating situation as Afghanistan fell under Taliban control. This has left many people in Australia feeling helpless and overwhelmed by the enormity of the situation.

$500k renovation for Osborne House and stables
A renovation and safety upgrade to the historic Osborne House and stables in North Geelong is now complete, marking the first step in a planned major redevelopment of the site.

Tender for $15 million North Bellarine aquatic facility
A tender will be released on Saturday inviting submissions for the construction on a new $15 million outdoor aquatic facility in Drysdale, which will be jointly funded by the City of Greater Geelong and the Australian Government.

Assessors sought for grants panel
We are looking for community representatives to join our Community Grants Assessment Panel.

Council fills funding gap for Northern Aquatic and Community Hub
The Council will increase its funding commitment to the Northern Aquatic and Community Hub by a further $21.84 million in a bid to bring the transformative facility to life and secure vital federal government funding.

Geelong shoe recycling collection point tops the state
A Geelong collection point is the star of an innovative running and sport shoe recycling program, with more than 3,000 pairs being dropped off in just under 18 months.

Changes to urban Geelong residential zones
Changes were made to residential zones in urban Geelong under amendment GC172 by the Minister for Planning in December 2020.

Tips for disposing of packaging as online sales soar
The convenience of having your purchase delivered directly to your front door has many benefits, but all the packaging that comes with it isn’t one of them.

Wander the wonders of the east
There is a very good reason that the ABC chose to showcase the natural beauty of St Leonards and Indented Head for its acclaimed television series Seachange.