Our featured news, community updates and media releases.

Get your camera ready to ‘Capture the Wonders of Greater Geelong’
Geelong residents are encouraged to set their focus on the region’s spectacular surrounds and start snapping, with entries now open for the annual Geelong Calendar photographic competition.

Help protect Geelong’s past for future generations
Community members and professionals with expertise and a passion for local heritage are invited to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to join the Geelong Heritage Advisory Committee.

Hundreds celebrate opening of world class ride facility
Local young people have helped to officially open our long-awaited Ocean Grove District Ride Centre at Kingston Park, savouring the opportunity to be the first to test out the brand new $3.5 million facility.

Budget backs Geelong City Market after $8.3 million boost to local economy
Grab your tote bags and baskets – Saturday morning strolls through Little Malop Central are here to stay, with Council committing to support another year of the Geelong City Market.

Eastern Beach Sand Renourishment Works
The City will undertake sand renourishment works at Eastern Beach on Friday 14 August to replenish sand lost through natural coastal erosion.

Light pillars at Eastern Beach Grand Staircase to be fenced off for safety

Greener future taking shape through City’s environmental action
The City's investment in protecting and enhancing the environment is already delivering real benefits for the community, while laying the foundations for a greener and more resilient future.

Council backs regional library model and renews call for fairer funding
Our 15 much-loved libraries will remain within a Geelong Regional Library Corporation (GRLC) library network when Victorian Government law changes kick in, with no disruption to service expected for the community

On the right track for Greater Geelong
Better rail investment is essential to keep Greater Geelong moving.

Expressions of Interest now open to join Community Grants Assessment Panel
Residents who are passionate about making a meaningful difference across the Greater Geelong region are invited to express their interest in joining the Community Grants Assessment Panel.

Support for next generation of women leaders
Three women from Greater Geelong will attend a five-day Igniting Leadership Program next month after receiving the City’s inaugural EmpowerHER Leadership Scholarships.

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.

Help us celebrate young people making a difference
We’re inviting the community to recognise and celebrate the young people in their lives by nominating those making meaningful contributions for a 2026 Geelong Youth Award.

Council provides more stability to beloved neighbourhood houses
A switch to multi-year funding agreements now means neighbourhood houses have more certainty to program activities such as beekeeping, Mahjong, strength training, mindfulness and repair cafés.

Statement on free parking from Mayor Stretch Kontelj OAM
Mayor Kontelj provides an update on the conclusion of the free 2P parking trial in Central Geelong.

Winter Reserve upgrade officially opened
The City of Greater Geelong has officially opened the upgraded Winter Reserve in Belmont, delivering modern, female‑friendly facilities that will support growing participation in football, netball and cricket.

City's planning excellence highlighted in independent report
The Northern and Western Geelong Growth Areas Standing Advisory Committee (SAC) Referral Two report has been released, supporting the planning framework for the Creamery Road Precinct and recognising the comprehensive work undertaken by the City of Greater Geelong.