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Greater public use of Blue Waters Lake Reserve

Council has endorsed the release of the Draft Blue Waters Lake Reserve master plan for public comment.

Draft master plan for woodland nature reserve

Council has endorsed the release of the Draft Indented Head Woodland Nature Reserve Master Plan for public comment.

Geelong Small Business Festival is back in 2022

The City of Greater Geelong is thrilled to be hosting the Geelong Small Business Festival (GSBF) from 1-31 August 2022 to support our small businesses.

Activation and marketing of central Geelong

Council has decided to continue funding the marketing and activation of central Geelong.

Commission refuses application for more gaming machines

The City of Greater Geelong acknowledges the decision by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission to refuse an application for extra gaming machines at the Valley Inn in South Geelong.

Council branches out to support tree management program

The City of Greater Geelong Council is supporting its commitment to plant one million new trees by 2030 and react quicker to fallen trees from severe storm events by adding more suppliers to its team.

Feedback sought on bike lanes

A new round of community engagement has been launched in relation to the City’s Building Better Bike Connections project.

Pending decisions on the development of the next Precinct Structure Plans

The Council will be deciding on the next precinct structure plans (PSPs) to be delivered in late 2022.

Reference group established for NACH

Residents with an interest in improving health and wellbeing in the northern Geelong growth area are encouraged to nominate for a place on a new community liaison reference group.

Starting a conversation about 26 January

The City of Greater Geelong will formally initiate a conversation about 26 January which is celebrated as Australia Day to understand respect and acknowledge the experiences of First Nations people and the wider community. The Kilangitj Aboriginal Advisory Committee provides advice to Council on First Nations matters and requested that Council consider engaging with First Nations People and the broader community about 26 January.

Community feedback on proposed amendment

A proposed planning scheme amendment that seeks to rezone nearly 150 hectares of farming and rural living land in Curlewis for residential development will go on public display for feedback.

Progress on transition to circular economy

The implementation of a food waste collection trial in Lara and the launch of a modern reusable nappy program are among the City of Greater Geelong’s achievements in the waste and resource recovery space.