Media Releases

City in running for Sustainable Cities Awards

Greater Geelong has been listed as one of two municipalities that have qualified for the main award at the Keep Victoria Beautiful Sustainable Cities Awards.

25/11/2021

Media Releases

Council eyes net zero emissions by 2035

Zero net emissions in Greater Geelong by 2035 is a key feature of Council’s Climate Change Response Plan.

25/11/2021

Media Releases

City committed to safe bike activity

The number of makeshift bike jumps built by young riders has soared across Victoria over the past 18 months as COVID-19 restrictions limited recreation activities and travel.

29/11/2021

Media Releases

Nominations open for Women in Community Life Awards

Nominations are now open for women living and working in the City of Greater Geelong to be celebrated at the annual Women in Community Life Awards.

02/06/2023

Media Releases

Inclusive celebrations begin this week

In the lead up to International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) on Friday 3 December, the City of Greater Geelong invites community members to take part in a range of free activities celebrating the importance of inclusion.

02/06/2023

City News

Fireworks return to Geelong for New Year's Eve

Free Fireworks displays will return to Geelong Waterfront this New Years Eve as the City of Greater Geelong helps the local community to say goodbye to 2021 with a bang.

02/01/2023

City News

Scenic path opens in Highton

The City of Greater Geelong the Australian Government and Barwon Water have partnered to deliver a new pedestrian and cycling path on Scenic Road in Highton.

02/01/2023

Media Releases

Community ideas sought for next budget

Greater Geelong residents are encouraged to have their say on potential investments and priorities to achieve Our Community Plan ahead of the development of Council’s next annual budget.

12/02/2021

City News

Grants to preserve Swan Bay environment

Landholders in the Swan Bay catchment area are invited to take advantage of an initiative to enhance the environmental values of their property and increase the vibrancy and liveability of their neighbourhood.

02/01/2023

City News

Friendly business support team hit the streets

Our COVIDSafe Business Support team have been busy helping local hospitality and small retail venues to trade within the current health restrictions.

02/01/2023

City News

Geelong wins 2021 Sustainable City Award

The City of Greater Geelong has won the overall Keep Victoria Beautiful 2021 Sustainable City award, along with three other awards for clever and creative projects that save energy, reduce waste and protect the environment.

02/01/2023

City News

2022 Geelong Calendar winners revealed

Photographs from our region’s top photographers are represented in the 2022 City of Greater Geelong calendar, which will be posted to 128,000 households this month.

02/01/2023