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Ground treatments the focus for mosquito control

The City of Greater Geelong’s mosquito management program has begun with a focus on ground control programs around townships as the City seeks a 10-year permit to continue its aerial and ground treatments in Ramsar listed wetlands.

02/01/2023

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City records $7.9 million operating deficit as COVID impacts continue

The City of Greater Geelong has released its results for the 2020-21 financial year recording an operating deficit of $7.9 million.

17/09/2021

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Lockdown for City of Greater Geelong

Today the Chief Health Officer declared that the City of Greater Geelong (along with the Surf Coast Shire and Mitchell Shire) will enter a seven-day lockdown commencing at 11.59pm.

01/11/2022

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Wetlands extension out for tender

The City is inviting tenderers to construct a clever and creative treatment wetland in Greater Geelong’s north.

15/10/2021

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Celebrating Biodiversity Month

September is Biodiversity Month and it’s a great time to connect with nature and care for our plants animals and places.

21/09/2021

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$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.

02/06/2023

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Food waste collection trial to begin

A weekly household food waste collection trial will shortly be rolled out, as part of our program to reduce the amount of waste going to landfill.

15/10/2021

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Council refers residential rezoning at Leopold to an Independent Panel

A proposal to rezone farming land in Leopold for a new residential development has been referred to an Independent Planning Panel by City of Greater Geelong Council.

02/01/2023

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Free childrens activity shares Aboriginal plant knowledge

A free children’s activity pack celebrating the native species being planted in Central Geelong and their amazing uses to Wadawurrung Traditional Owners has been released in time for the school holidays.

12/07/2022

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Innovative and sustainable Drysdale Library to take shape soon

Community members are closer to enjoying a modern and accessible library in Drysdale, with the Council awarding the $7.592 million construction tender to A W Nicholson Pty Ltd.

02/06/2023

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Arts grant does the trick for Dan

Dazzling Dan the Magic Man has continued to entertain people throughout the COVID-19 pandemic thanks to an Arts and Culture COVID-19 recovery grant from the City of Greater Geelong.

02/01/2023

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The City of Greater Geelong has launched an e-newsletter to help readers stay up-to-date with the latest news and events across the region.

02/01/2023