City of Greater Geelong Mayor Shane Dowling said the establishment of the Regional Migration Incentive Fund would introduce a new chapter in the story of migration to Geelong.

City of Greater Geelong Mayor Cr Shane Dowling said the contractors working on the Skilled Stadium redevelopment deserved their own round of applause when spectators took their seats in the new stand on Sunday.

Rescue 2006 organisers and representatives of the event’s major sponsor DHL visited the new 50 metre pool being constructed for the event at the Kardinia Aquatic Centre.

City of Greater Geelong Councillor Barbara Abley said the new Western Cliffs Boardwalk had made ‘a huge difference’ to the public’s use of the Geelong Bayside Pedestrian and Bicycle Pathway.

Today Herne Hill residents celebrated much-awaited approval to asphalt over rail lines that cross McCurdy Road.

City of Greater Geelong Councillor Peter McMullin said Council’s support for the upgrading of the Barwon Heads Community Hall recognised the important role that the hall plays in the life of the local community.

The City of Greater Geelong will seek funding from the State Government to continue the successful Community Building program currently under way in Norlane, Corio and Whittington.

The columns supporting the new eastern stand at Skilled Stadium have been dubbed ‘cat’s claws’ by fans. There is definitely something feline about the striking curved forms – which is appropriate at the home ground of the Geelong Cats.

Last night the City of Greater Geelong received a major environmental award from Acting Premier John Thwaites at the Victorian Coastal Awards for Excellence.

Waterworld reopened today showcasing its newly installed state-of-the-art floor surfaces around the indoor swimming pools and group fitness room.

This Sunday the Bellarine Rail Trail will host a fun ride, run and walk during a family day held to celebrate the popular combined use trail.

The First Lady of East Timor Kirsty Sword Gusmao will visit Geelong this weekend to help raise funds for a mother’s and children’s clinic in Viqueque, East Timor.

People who use charity collection bins as dumping grounds are depriving local charities of much needed income said City of Greater Geelong Environment portfolio holder Cr Tom O’Connor.

An innovative public transport service will commence a 13 week trial this weekend to carry late night passengers out of Central Geelong.

City of Greater Geelong Councillor Stretch Kontelj said the publication of the full version of the Western Wedge Framework Document represented an important step forward in a vital project for the region.

On Tuesday night Council resolved to seek additional funds from Federal and State Governments for the City’s Youth Activity Service.

The City is continuing to work with the community on the butadiene issue.

The City of Greater Geelong will begin a major strategic plan with the aim of guiding urban growth in the Geelong region’s main growth corridor.

Breakdancing, live bands, art workshops, skate competitions and belly dancing are just a taste of what is on offer in the region during National Youth Week.

Women with non-English speaking backgrounds are being targeted in PapScreen Victoria’s latest campaign.