Publications

The following publications and brochures provide information about a variety of council services that are of particular community interest.

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2011-2012 Budget Brochure

This brochure contains budget information for the 2011-2012 financial year.

Annual Report 2006-2007

This Annual Report details the performance and achievements of our Council for the period 1 July 2006 to 30 June 2007.

Annual Report 2007-2008

This Annual Report details the performance and achievements of our Council for the period 1 July 2007 to 30 June 2008.

Annual Report 2010-2011

The City of Greater Geelong Annual Report provides a comprehensive account of Council's performance and achievements for the period 1 July 2010 to 30 ...

Asbestos in the Home

If you are renovating a house built before the late 1980s you need to be aware of asbestos.

Asbestos may be present in materials such a...

Barwon Regional Drug Action Plan - City of Greater Geelong

This brochure outlines the City of Greater Geelong's commitment to the Barwon Regional Drug Action Plan 2009-2013.

The partners to thi...

BioGeelong Growth Strategy 2009-2010

Biotechnology

- an exciting part of Geelong’s economic future

Geelong is consolidating and growing it's position as a globally foc...

BioTechnology Opportunities Study

The Geelong Biotechnology Opportunities Study summarises Geelong's biotechnology capabilities and outlines a range of actions to foster growth within ...

BISA Flexible Support Funding Application Form

BISA Flexible Support Funding Application Form.

BISA Flexible Support Funding Claim For Payment

BISA Flexible Support Funding Claim For Payment.

BISA Parent Information Sheet

BISA Parent Information Sheet

BISA Service Support Request Form

BISA Service Support Request Form.

Budget 2011-2012

The 2011-2012 Budget was adopted by Council at it's meeting on 28 June 2011, along with the Rates Determination and Rating Strategy.

Building Regulations 2006

This Building Regulations 2006 came into operation on 13 June 2006.

There have been many amendments to the Regulations since then.

Central Geelong Waterfront Masterplan 2011

Our municipality encompasses rural, coastal and urban communities. Our ambition is to promote prosperous and cohesive communities throughout the munic...

City Plan 2009-2013

City Plan 2009-2013 was adopted by Council on Tuesday 23 June 2009. 

City Plan is the key document that guides Council’s strategic dire...

City Plan 2009-2013 (2011-2012 Update)

The 2011-2012 update of City Plan 2009-2013 was adopted by Council on Tuesday 28 June 2011. 

City Plan is the key document that guides ...

City Plan 2010-2014

City Plan 2010-2014 was adopted by Council on Tuesday 22 June 2010. 

City Plan is the key document that guides Council’s strategic dire...

City Scope - July 2009

With a population of over 211,800, Geelong is Victoria’s largest regional centre.

We have a strong and robust economy and a business ba...

City Scope - July 2010

Profile of major construction and development projects underway, awaiting commencement or recently completed in the Geelong Region.

City Scope - July 2011

Profiles major projects and construction activity underway throughout Geelong in 2011

City Scope - May 2007

Hightlights major commercial and industrial investment projects currently underway or being proposed in the City of Greater Geelong.

City Scope - May 2008

Highlights major commercial and industrial investment projects currently underway or being proposed in the City of Greater Geelong.

Clifton Springs Spa Archaeological Investigation Report

The publication by Dr Roger Luebbers provides an articulate and well researched account of the cultural heritage of The Dell.

Connect Geelong

The National Broadband Network:

Connect Geelong summarises G21s case for early roll out of the National Broadband Network.

Council Achievements Document

The Council Achievements Document outlines some of the major successes made in the 2009 and 2010 Calendar years within the municipality, and within ea...

Council Funding Priorities 2011 Update

Council has identified a number of key projects for the municipality, each of which is recognised as having particular strategic importance for the fu...

Councillor Community Grants - List of Successful Applicants 2009-2010

List of successful applicants for Councillor Community Grants Program 2009 - 2010.

DIAC Skilled Migration Employers Information Session slides

The Department of Immigration and Citizenship gave a presentation to Geelong businessses regarding changes and updates to Skilled Migration policy.

Dog Registration Records - GRS 819/1 Meredith Road District 1864-1866

Dog registration records can hold a wealth of information about early pioneers.

For instance, the type of dog a person owned might give...

Dogs in Public Places Brochure

Brochure explaining where you can take your dog in public areas.

Drugs & Alcohol Quick Reference Guide

This brochure lists drug and alcohol support services in the City of Greater Geelong.

Drugs, Alcohol & Mental Health Quick Reference Guide

This brochure provides contact details for drug, alcohol and mental health support services in the City of Greater Geelong.

Drugs, Alcohol & Mental Health Quick Reference Guide - Surf Coast

This brochure provides contact details for drug, alcohol and mental health support services in the Surf Coast Shire.

Eastern Park Stormwater Harvest Info Sheet Number 1

The first in a series of information sheets about our project to secure water for Eastern Park and the Geelong Botanic Gardens by harvesting and stori...

Economic Development Strategy 2005-2010

The Geelong Economic Development Strategy 2005-2010 provides a framework for Council activities in economic development.
 
The Strategy ...

Economic Impact and Land Use of the Geelong Ring Road

It is anticipated that the Geelong Ring Road will create enormous economic opportunities for the Geelong Region. 

The Geelong Ring Road...

Economic Indicators Bulletin 2001-2002

The Geelong Economic Indicators Bulletin monitors the annual performance of the Geelong Regional economy.

It shows movement in key econ...

Economic Indicators Bulletin 2002-2003

Feature tables include: Detailed Industry and Occupation Structure and Persons Resident in the Geelong Region at the 2001 Census vs 1996 Census.

Economic Indicators Bulletin 2003-2004

Feature tables include: Population Projections and Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA Index).

Economic Indicators Bulletin 2004-2005

Feature tables include: Net Export of Workers, Selected Workforce Characteristics and Agricultural Statistics.

Economic Indicators Bulletin 2005-2006

Feature tables include: Estimated Resident Population in Major Population Regions, Regional Skills Shortages 2006 and Household Expenditure and Charac...

Economic Indicators Bulletin 2006-2007

The Geelong Economic Indicators Bulletin monitors the annual performance of the Geelong Regional economy.

It shows movement in key econ...

Economic Indicators Bulletin 2007-2008

The Geelong Economic Indicators Bulletin monitors the annual performance of the Geelong Regional economy.

It shows movement in key econ...

Economic Indicators Bulletin 2008-2009

The Economic Indicators Bulletin monitors the annual performance of the Geelong Region's economy.

It shows movement in key economic ind...

Economic Indicators Bulletin 2009/2010

The Economic Indicators Bulletin profiles the Geelong region’s economy and monitors its annual performance.

It shows movement in key ec...

Economic Indicators Bulletin 2010 - 2011

The Economic Indicators Bulletin profiles the Geelong region's economy and monitors its annual performance.

It shows movement in key ec...

Employment and Land Opportunities - Part 1

Information on living, working and investing in Geelong.

Employment and Land Opportunities - Part 2

Information on living, working and investing in Geelong.

Environment Management Strategy 2006 - 2011

The Environment Management Strategy 2006-2011 includes the Geelong Sustainability Framework and Environmental Management Policy. These will provide a ...

Ervin Reserve Master Plan

The purpose of this report is to seek Council endorsement of the Ervin Reserve Master Plan.

Ervin Reserve is the primary open space wit...

Event Marketing Guide - Promoting your Event

Want to promote your event to receive maximum exposure?

Then our Events Marketing Guide has been developed to assist you, as an event ...

Event promotion on the City's Events Calendar

The City's Events Calendar available on our website is a great way to market your event and its FREE!
  
Event details are subject to ed...

Events Food Safety Program Template

This template provides information on how to build and use your Food Safety Program, providing a checklist and information to ensure correct handling ...

Expressions 2010 Catalogue

Featuring the 31 finalists from the Expressions 2010: The Wool Quilt Prize exhibition.

Family Day Care - Conditions of Care

Family Day Care Conditions of Care for the 2011-2012 financial year.

Family Day Care Educator Position Description

Family Day Care Educator Position Description.

Food Access and Support in the Geelong Region Booklet

Food Security exists when all people...

Food Aid - Quick Reference Guides

We have a general guide and a youth food aid guide for your information and assistance.

Information contained in these quick gu...

Food Labelling Requirements

This document explains the labelling requirements for all packaged foods for retail sale or for catering purposes.

These requirements d...

Food Premises Specifications - Structural Design

Food premises have structural requirements relating to design, construction, fit out and equipment.

This document has been developed b...

Food Safety Supervisor Training Requirements

Every Victorian food business that has a food safety program must have a nominated food safety supervisor.

The Food Act requires the no...

Footpath zones

To ensure the safety of everyone using the footpath in front of business properties, the Council Footpath Trading and Activity Policy provides details...

Garden plants are going Bush

An llustrated brochure of 40 of the
most serious pest plants/environmental
weeds in the Geelong Region.

The brochure prov...

Gas Safety Information for Food Businesses

This information has been compiled by the Environmental Health Unit of Council for food businesses who use gas appliances.

The safe use...

Geelong - Open For Business

Geelong’s lifestyle, location and highly skilled workforce make it a perfect place to do business.

As Victoria’s largest provincial ci...

Geelong Contact Centre Brochure

The Geelong Contact Centre brochure outlines Geelong's strengths as Australia's best-suited regional location for contact centre operations.

Geelong Convention & Exhibition Centre

A Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre will position the region as a viable, well located business events destination that complements Melbourne a...

Geelong Fast Facts 2010

Quick reference to key demographic and economic statistics on the Geelong Region.

Geelong Fast Facts 2011

Quick reference to key demographic and economic statistics on the Geelong Region.

Copies are available at all City of Greater Geelong C...

Geelong Healthy Waterways Poster - Auto Industry

Colour poster of tips to minimising your impact on stormwater (Auto industry).

Geelong Healthy Waterways Poster - General Use

Colour poster of tips to minimising your impact on stormwater.

Geelong Healthy Waterways Poster - Light Industry

Colour poster of tips for minimising impact on stormwater.

Geelong Healthy Waterways Poster - Transport Industry

Colour poster of tips for minimising impact on stormwater.

Geelong Heritage Centre Books for Sale

List of publications sold at the Geelong Heritage Centre with thumbnails and descriptions. 

Books relating to Geelong family and local ...

Geelong Heritage Centre GRS Archives Catalogue

The Geelong Record Series (GRS) consists of public and private collections of archived material. Over 39,000 items within 2130 series described so far...

Geelong Heritage Centre Microform and CDROM Catalogue

Search for records to assist you with research on genealogy, schools, churches, early Geelong properties, electoral rolls and much more.

Geelong Heritage Centre Reference Library Catalogue

Catalogues over 6000 books on local places, people, objects and events.  Includes historical notes, family histories and architectural studies to name...

Geelong ICT Opportunity Study - November 2007

The purpose of the Geelong ICT Opportunity Study is to better understand the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats currently facing the loc...

Geelong Intermodal Freight Terminal Report - Executive Summary

Geelong Intermodal Freight Facility is progressing through the planning scheme amendment process.  The amendment has been lodged with the Minister for...

Geelong Median House Price and Rental Values Map

Map showing building activity, median house prices and rental values in the City of Greater Geelong.

A copy of the map is available on ...

Geelong Median House Price and Rental Values Map

Map showing building activity, median house prices and rental values in the City of Greater Geelong.

Geelong Quick Reference Guide - Drug and Alcohol

Provides name, service description and contact details of Geelong based Drug and Alcohol services.

Geelong Region Skill Shortages - October 2010

Report on skill shortages (existing and anticipated) in the Geelong Region, as at October 2010. 

The report has been prepared by resea...

Geelong Region Skill Shortages Report Revised 2010

Outlines skill shortages across the Geelong Region taken from a survey of local business.

Geelong Region Skilled Migration Project

The Geelong Region Skilled Migration Project is a Victorian Government funded program to assist regional employers to source, attract and retain overs...

Geelong Region Skills Shortage Report October 2011 Vol 2

  • In August 2011, the second annual survey of skill shortages as reported by Geelong regional employers was carried out.

T...

Geelong Regional Liquor Licensing Accord

'Stay Cool', Enjoy the Nightlife and Help Keep Geelong a Safe City

The Geelong ‘Local Industry Accord’ [Accord] was first established i...

Geelong Retail Strategy 2006

The Geelong Retail Strategy is a guide of the on-going development of the retail sector and retail activity centres in the City.

For a...

Geelong Ring Road Employment Precinct

Geelong's future employment precinct is here.

Further updated information can be found at the

Geelong Western Wedge Summary

The full framework document is the primary strategic planning document for this inner city re-development precinct.

This 12 page summa...

General Local Law 2005

General Local Law 2005 covers a wide range of local laws  within our municipality under section 111 of the Act.

Get It Sorted - Fact Sheet

Guide to packing a trailer to take to a Resource Recovery Centre.

Glove Box Guide to Boat Ramps Brochure

A Glove Box Guide to Boat Ramps in the Geelong Region, includes the Belarine Peninsula

Government Services Building Fact Sheet

In the 2010/11 Victorian Budget $25 million was committed to facilitate the construction of a new environmentally sustainable Government Services Buil...

Graffiti Management Strategy Brochure

Geelong’s award winning approach to graffiti involves a strong commitment to community involvement. The strategy is framed around three key principles...

Greater Geelong Planning Scheme Amendment Guide

Introduction

The following information is provided as a guide for persons who wish to apply to have land rezoned, or some part of the Planni...

GWW Civic & Cultural Precinct overview

The Geelong Western Wedge Framework (adopted September 2005) is divided into 6 precincts.

The following data sheet provides a summary ...

GWW Geelong Station Precinct

The Geelong Western Wedge Framework (adopted September 2005) is divided into 6 precincts.

This data sheet provides a summary of the re...

GWW Inner Wedge Precinct

The Geelong Western Wedge Framework (adopted September 2005) is divided into 6 precincts.

The following data sheet provides a summary ...

GWW LaTrobe Terrace Precinct

The Geelong Western Wedge Framework (adopted September 2005) is divided into 6 precincts.

The following data sheet provides a summary ...

GWW Mercer Street Precinct

The Geelong Western Wedge Framework (adopted September 2005) is divided into 6 precincts.

The following data sheet provides a summary ...

GWW Western Beach Precinct

The Geelong Western Wedge Framework (adopted September 2005) is divided into 6 precincts.

The following data sheet provides a summary ...

Household Waste and Recycling Guide

A guide on where to dispose of household waste items.

ICT Geelong Brochure - Making Information and Communications Technology Happen

ICT Geelong is the representative voice and peak body of the Information & Communicati...

Inclusion Support Subsidy Application Form

Centre based Childcare Inclusion Support Application Form.

Indigenous Plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 1 Information Sheet

Zone 1 Eastern Bellarine Plains Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 10 Information Sheet

Zone 10  Barwon and Moorabool Valleys, Rivers and Major Creeks Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 11 Information Sheet

Zone 11 Stonehaven, Fyansford and Western Basalt Plains Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 12 Information Sheet

Zone 12 Batesford, Granitic and Tertiary Sands Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 13 Information Sheet

Zone 13 Meredith-Steiglitz Area Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 14 Information Sheet

Zone 14 Colluvial Plains East of the Brisbane Ranges and You Yangs Plains Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your gar...

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 15 Information Sheet

Zone 15 You Yangs Granite Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 16 Information Sheet

Zone 16 Werribee Plains Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 17 Information Sheet

Zone 17 Anakie East, Lovely Banks and Corio Basalt Plains Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 18 Information Sheet

Zone 18 Werribee Plains, Rivers and Watercourses Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 19 Information Sheet

Zone 19 Coastal Zones of the Geelong Region Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 2 Information Sheet

Zone 2 Mount Bellarine Volcanic Soils Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 3 Information Sheet

Zone 3 Central Bellarine Hills Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 4 Information Sheet

Zone 4 Lower Rear Dune Communities Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 5 Information Sheet

Zone 5 Moolap Plains Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 6 Information Sheet

Zone 6 Marshall Plains and Waurn Ponds Flats Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 7 Information Sheet

Zone 7 Geelong, Grovedale and Waurn Ponds Limestone Plains and Hills Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden. ...

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 8 Information Sheet

Zone 8 Mount Duneed and Surrounding Basalt Flows Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Indigenous plants of the Geelong Region - Zone 9 Information Sheet

Zone 9 Barrabool Hills Information Sheet details the local plants you may wish to plant in your garden.

Invest Geelong

The Invest Geelong brochure profiles Geelong's major industry capabilities.

For a hard copy please contact Economic Development on

Irrigation Management

An article from the Irrigation Australia Journal on City of Greater Geelong's initiatives in irrigation management.

Working with Commun...

Key Development and Increased Housing Diversity Areas - July 2009

This is an Incorporated Document in the Greater Geelong Planning Scheme. The document includes maps which define designated Key Development Areas and ...

Lara Outdoor Recreation Facilities Study

The Lara community has experienced significant population growth over the last ten years, which is expected to continue in the future.

...

Lifestyle Geelong

The Lifestyle Geelong brochure profiles the key advantages of living and working in Geelong.

For a hard copy please contact Economic D...

Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey 2010

The state government has released results of the 2010 Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey.

According to the survey 76 per c...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - April 2011

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - April 2012

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - December 2010

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - December 2011

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - December 2011

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - February 2011

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - February 2012

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - January 2011

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - January 2012

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - July 2010

The Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the region's economy by reviewing the monthly unemployment rate, job advertisements, monthly domestic &...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - July 2011

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - June 2010

The Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the region's economy by reviewing the monthly unemployment rate, job advertisements, quarterly median hous...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - June 2011

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - March 2011

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate, jo...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - March 2012

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - May 2010

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy based on the monthly unemployment rate, weekly job advertisements, mo...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - May 2011

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - November 2010

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - November 2011

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - October 2010

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rat...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - October 2011

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators - September 2011

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Monthly Key Economic Indicators Report - August 2011

The monthly Key Economic Indicators Report monitors the Geelong regional economy.

This report is based on the monthly unemployment rate...

Multicultural Action Plan 2011-2014

Provides a four-year strategic direction to ensure City of Greater Geelong services meet the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) com...

Municipal Early Years Plan

We aim to provide all children living in the municipality with the best possible start in life. The early stages of children's development and family ...

Municipal Road Management Plan 2009

The Road Management Plan has been developed to establish a management
system for the public road functions that are the responsibility of the ...

National Wool Museum - Membership Application Brochure

Membership Application brochure for the National Wool Museum.

Parenting Information Sheets - 1. Positive Communication

Parenting Information Sheets - Positive Communication.

Parenting Information Sheets - 10. Children and Separation

Parenting information sheet on children and separation.

Parenting Information Sheets - 100. Preparing your prepie for school

Parenting information sheets on preparing your prepie for school.

Parenting Information Sheets - 101. When Tragedy Strikes Home - Updated

Parenting information sheets on when tragedy strikes home - updated.

Parenting Information Sheets - 102. Free Family Fun - 'In the Fresh Air'

Parenting Information Sheets on free family fun - 'in the fresh air'.

Parenting Information Sheets - 104. Helping your child with puberty

Parenting information sheets on helping your child with puberty.

Parenting Information Sheets - 106. Preventing Injuries to Children Aged 0-8

Parenting information sheets on preventing injuries to children aged 0-8.

Parenting Information Sheets - 107. Pet Safety

Parenting information sheets on pet safety.

Parenting Information Sheets - 108. Cyberbullying

Parenting Information Sheet with information on Cyberbullying.

Parenting Information Sheets - 109. Safe Parties

Parenting Information Sheet on Safe Parties.

Parenting Information Sheets - 11. Christmas Thoughts

Parenting information sheet on Christmas thoughts.

Parenting Information Sheets - 110. Protective Behaviours

Parenting information sheet on protective behaviours.

Parenting Information Sheets - 111. Encouraging Good Eating

Parenting information sheet on encouraging good eating.

Parenting Information Sheets - 112. Temperament

Parenting information sheet on temperament.

Parenting Information Sheets - 113. The Importance of Sleep

Parenting information sheet on the importance of sleep.

Parenting Information Sheets - 114. Understanding the adolescent brain

Parenting Information Sheets on understanding the adolescent brain.

Parenting Information Sheets - 115. The Meaning of Discipline

Parenting Information Sheets on the Meaning of Discipline.

Parenting Information Sheets - 116. Parenting as a Team

Parenting Information Sheets on parenting as a team.

Parenting Information Sheets - 117 Gambling & Teenagers

Parenting Information Sheets - 117 Gambling & Teenagers.

Parenting Information Sheets - 118. Positive use of time out

Parenting Information Sheets - 118. Positive use of time out

Parenting Information Sheets - 119. Having two homes after Separation

Information on having two homes after separation.

Parenting Information Sheets - 12. Building your child's confidence

Parenting information sheet on building your child's confidence.

Parenting Information Sheets - 120. Attachment

Information on dealing with attachment.

Parenting Information Sheets - 121. Solving conflict through Mediation

Parenting Information Sheets - 121. Solving conflict through Mediation

Parenting Information Sheets - 122. Adolescent alcohol use

Parenting Information Sheets - 122. Adolescent alcohol use

Parenting Information Sheets - 123. Helpful websites for parents

Parenting Information Sheets - 123. Helpful websites for parents

Parenting Information Sheets - 124. Child Safety in Cars

Parenting Information Sheets - No. 124 Child Safety in Cars

Parenting Information Sheets - 125. Ways to help a child who is anxious about going to school

Parenting Information Sheets - No. 125 Ways to help a child who is anxious about going to school

Parenting Information Sheets - 126. Choosing childcare for your preschooler

Parenting Information Sheets - No. 126 Choosing childcare for your preschooler

Parenting Information Sheets - 127. Words that help

Parenting Information Sheets - No. 127 Words that help

Parenting Information Sheets - 128. Monitoring your child's mental health (updated)

Parenting information sheet on Monitoring your child's mental health

Parenting Information Sheets - 129. Tuning into your kids emotions

Parenting information sheet on tuning into your kids emotions

Parenting Information Sheets - 13. Feelings of attachment to the family

Parenting information sheet on feelings of attachment to the family.

Parenting Information Sheets - 130. Fantastic Four year olds

Parenting information sheet on Fantastic Four year olds

Parenting Information Sheets - 131. Now I am Two!

Parenting information sheet on Now I am Two!

Parenting Information Sheets - 14. Sorting out differences of opinion

Parenting information sheet on sorting out differences of opinion.

Parenting Information Sheets - 15. Teenage parties

Parenting information sheet on teenage parties.

Parenting Information Sheets - 16. Support Services available to families

Parenting information sheet on support services that are available to families.

Parenting Information Sheets - 17. Managing stress as a parent

Parenting information sheet on managing stress as a parent.

Parenting Information Sheets - 18. Tips for managing behaviour

Parenting information sheet on tips for managing behaviour.

Parenting Information Sheets - 19. Changing your child's behaviour

Parenting information sheet on changing your child's behaviour.

Parenting Information Sheets - 2. Doing odd jobs around the home

Parenting information sheet on doing odd jobs around the home.

Parenting Information Sheets - 20. Bullying

Parenting information sheet on bullying.

Parenting Information Sheets - 21. Dreams and potential

Parenting information sheet on dreams and potential.

Parenting Information Sheets - 22. Gems of wisdom for parents

Parenting information sheet on gems of wisdom for parents.

Parenting Information Sheets - 23. The value of free play

Parenting information sheet on the value of free play.

Parenting Information Sheets - 24. Respect

Parenting information sheet on respect.

Parenting Information Sheets - 25. Encouragement

Parenting information sheet on encouragement.

Parenting Information Sheets - 27. Teens need limits and boundaries

Parenting information sheet on why teens need limits and boundaries.

Parenting Information Sheets - 28. Bedwetting

Parenting information sheet on bedwetting.

Parenting Information Sheets - 29. The arguments against smacking

Parenting information sheet on the arguments against smacking.

Parenting Information Sheets - 3. What is your child watching on TV?

Parenting information sheet on what your child is watching on TV.

Parenting Information Sheets - 30. Negotiation

Parenting information sheets on negotiation.

Parenting Information Sheets - 31. Working parents

Parenting information sheets on working parents.

Parenting Information Sheets - 32. Parenting a child with a disability

Parenting information sheets on parenting a child with a disability.

Parenting Information Sheets - 33. Large scale tragedy as a parent

Parenting information sheets on large scale tragedy as a parent.

Parenting Information Sheets - 34. Making christmas a special time

Parenting information sheet on making christmas a special time.

Parenting Information Sheets - 35. Celebrating rituals and milestones

Parenting information sheet on celebrating rituals and milestones.

Parenting Information Sheets - 36. Separation

Parenting information sheets on separation.

Parenting Information Sheets - 37. Helping young children make friends

Parenting information sheets on helping young children make friends.

Parenting Information Sheets - 38. Helping other people's kids

Parenting information sheets on helping other people's kids.

Parenting Information Sheets - 39. Building and maintaining positive relationships with your teenager

Parenting information sheets on building and maintaining positive relationships with your teenager.

Parenting Information Sheets - 4. Family Squabbles

Parenting information sheet on Family Squabbles.

Parenting Information Sheets - 40. Good family qualities

Parenting information sheets on good family qualities.

Parenting Information Sheets - 41. Road safety

Parenting information sheet on road safety.

Parenting Information Sheets - 42. Body Art

Parenting information sheets on body art.

Parenting Information Sheets - 43. Talking with your family

Parenting information sheet on talking with your family.

Parenting Information Sheets - 44. They grow up so fast

Parenting information sheets on how they grow up so fast.

Parenting Information Sheets - 45. Sibling behaviour over the school holidays

Parenting information sheets on sibling behaviour over the school holidays.

Parenting Information Sheets - 46. Protection Vs Consequences

Parenting information sheet on protection vs consequences.

Parenting Information Sheets - 47. Decision making and the teenage years

Parenting information sheet on decision making and the teenage years.

Parenting Information Sheets - 48. Making bedtime easier for toddlers

Parenting information sheet on making bedtime easier for toddlers.

Parenting Information Sheets - 49. Parent Support

Parenting information sheet on parent support.

Parenting Information Sheets - 5. Optimistic Kids

Parenting information sheet on Optimistic Kids.

Parenting Information Sheets - 50. Spend time not money

Parenting information sheets on how to spend time not money.

Parenting Information Sheets - 51. Leaving children home alone

Parenting information sheet about leaving children home alone.

Parenting Information Sheets - 52. Parenting from a distance

Parenting information sheets on parenting from a distance.

Parenting Information Sheets - 53. When a child dies

Parenting information sheets on when a child dies.

Parenting Information Sheets - 54. Children need time to be themselves

Parenting information sheets on how children need time to be themselves.

Parenting Information Sheets - 55. Mealtime battles

Parenting information sheets on mealtime battles.

Parenting Information Sheets - 56. Tell Me a Story

Parenting information sheets on telling a story.

Parenting Information Sheets - 57. Christmas Holidays

Parenting information sheets on Christmas holidays.

Parenting Information Sheets - 58. Is it really that bad?

Parenting information sheets on is it really that bad.

Parenting Information Sheets - 59. Fathers are SO Important

Parenting information sheets on why fathers are SO important.

Parenting Information Sheets - 6. Listening to your teenager

Parenting Information Sheets No 6. Listening to your teenager

Parenting Information Sheets - 60. Pocket Money

Parenting information sheets on pocket money.

Parenting Information Sheets - 61. Parenting what's your reality?

Parenting information sheets on the reality of parenting.

Parenting Information Sheets - 62. Teenage Behaviour

Parenting information sheets on teenage behaviour.

Parenting Information Sheets - 63. TV and Young Children

Parenting information sheets on TV and young children.

Parenting Information Sheets - 64. Children and Separation

Parenting Information Sheets on Children and Separation.

Parenting Information Sheets - 65. Challenges of Parenting

Parenting Information Sheets on Challenges of Parenting.

Parenting Information Sheets - 66. Electronic Games and Our Children

Parenting Information Sheets on Electronic Games and Our Children.

Parenting Information Sheets - 68. Starting High School

Parenting Information Sheets on Starting High School.

Parenting Information Sheets - 69. Healthy Family Relationships

Parenting information sheets on healthy family relationships.

Parenting Information Sheets - 7. Some ideas when forming a new step family

Parenting information sheet on ideas when forming a new step family.

Parenting Information Sheets - 70. Overparenting

Parenting information sheets on overparenting.

Parenting Information Sheets - 71. Friendship Problems

Parenting information sheets on friendship problems.

Parenting Information Sheets - 72. How are the Parents?

Parenting information sheets on how are the parents?

Parenting Information Sheets - 73. TV Advertising

Parenting information sheets on TV advertising.

Parenting Information Sheets - 74. Common Parenting Traps

Parenting information sheets on common parenting traps.

Parenting Information Sheets - 75. Parenting 2nd Time Around

Parenting information sheets on parenting 2nd time around.

Parenting Information Sheets - 76. When Does Responsible Parenting Begin?

Parenting information sheets on when responsible parenting begins.

Parenting Information Sheets - 77. Dads Showing Affection

Parenting Information Sheets Dads showing affection.

Parenting Information Sheets - 78. Teenagers and Smoking

Parenting information sheet on teenagers and smoking.

Parenting Information Sheets - 79. Parenting after Separation for Dads

Parenting information sheets on parenting after separation for Dads.

Parenting Information Sheets - 8. Helping teenagers deal with stress

Parenting information sheet on helping teenagers deal with stress.

Parenting Information Sheets - 80. Children and Separation

Parenting Information Sheets on Children and Separation.

Parenting Information Sheets - 81. Tips for Stepfamilies

Parenting information sheets on tips for Stepfamilies.

Parenting Information Sheets - 82. Building a Child's Self Esteem

Parenting information sheets on building a child's self esteem.

Parenting Information Sheets - 83. Surviving the Teenage Years

Parenting information sheets on surviving the teenage years.

Parenting Information Sheets - 84. Fussy Eaters

Parenting information sheets on fussy eaters.

Parenting Information Sheets - 85. Children and the Internet

Parenting information sheets on children and the internet.

Parenting Information Sheets - 86. What Makes a Good Parent?

Parenting information sheets on what makes a good parent?

Parenting Information Sheets - 87. Why Do Children Fight?

Parenting information sheet on why children fight.

Parenting Information Sheets - 88. Gems of Wisdom for Parents of Teenagers

Parenting information sheets that offer gems of wisdom for parents of teenagers.

Parenting Information Sheets - 89. Beat Holiday Boredom

Parenting information sheets on how to beat holiday boredom.

Parenting Information Sheets - 9. Promoting Independence

Parenting information sheet on promoting independence.

Parenting Information Sheets - 90. Back to School

Parenting information sheets on going back to school.

Parenting Information Sheets - 91. How to Develop a Healthy Self Esteem in Children

Parenting information sheets on how to develop a healthy self esteem in children.

Parenting Information Sheets - 92. Using Relationships to Help Protect Young People

Parenting information sheets on how to use relationships to protect young people.

Parenting Information Sheets - 93. Timeout

Parenting information sheets on timeout.

Parenting Information Sheets - 94. Children and Family Violence

Parenting information sheets on children and family violence.

Parenting Information Sheets - 95. Children and Sleep

Parenting information sheets on children and sleep.

Parenting Information Sheets - 96. Young People, Drinking and Drugs

Parenting information sheets on young people, drinking and drugs.

Parenting Information Sheets - 97. How to be a Great Parent

Parenting information sheets on how to be a great parent.

Parenting Information Sheets - 98. It's ok to say no

Parenting information sheets on how it's ok to say no.

Parenting Information Sheets - 99. TV and Computer Games - Good or Bad?

Parenting information sheets on TV and computer games - good or bad?

Parenting Programs

Parenting programs in the Barwon South West Region.

Piercing Truth - Edition 1

The Piercing Truth, is a youth magazine, written by young people, for young people.

Piercing Truth - Edition 2

The Piercing Truth, is a youth magazine, written by young people, for young people.

Piercing Truth - Edition 3

The Piercing Truth, is a youth magazine, written by young people, for young people.

Piercing Truth - Edition 4

The Piercing Truth, is a youth magazine, written by young people, for young people.

Piercing Truth - Edition 5

The Piercing Truth, is a youth magazine, written by young people, for young people.

Piercing Truth - Edition 6

The Piercing Truth, is a youth magazine, written by young people, for young people.

Population Of Usual Residence - 2006 Census

Population growth by suburb and township in the Geelong Region for the 1996, 2001 and 2006 Census periods.

Proposed Budget 2012-2013

Council considered the 2012-2013 Proposed Budget at it's meeting held on 8 May 2012.

Council proposes to adopt this budget on Tuesday, ...

Proposed Rating Strategy 2012-2013

Council considered the 2012-2013 Proposed Budget at it's meeting held on 8 May 2012.

Council proposes to adopt this budget on Tuesday, ...

Queens Park Master Plan

The aim of the Master Plan was to develop a plan that can be used to guide the future
development of the reserve having regard to user and comm...

Rabbit Control

Rabbit control methods for Urban and Semi Urban Areas.

Rates Brochure

This brochure contains Rating and Valuation information.

SafeStart - Car Restraints

SafeStart car restraints for children.

SafeStart - Home Safety

SafeStart FactSheets on home safety.

SafeStart - Home Safety Checklist

This checklist is provided as a general guide only.

SafeStart FactSheets - Backyard Safety

SafeStart FactSheets on backyard safety.

SafeStart FactSheets - Choking

SafeStart FactSheets on choking.

SafeStart FactSheets - Falls

SafeStart FactSheets on falls.

SafeStart FactSheets - Farm Safety

SafeStart FactSheets on farm safety.

SafeStart FactSheets - Fire Burns & Scalds

SafeStart FactSheets on fire burns and scalds.

SafeStart FactSheets - Holiday Safety

SafeStart FactSheets on holiday safety.

SafeStart FactSheets - Kitchen Safety

SafeStart FactSheets on kitchen safety.

SafeStart FactSheets - Pedestrian Safety

SafeStart FactSheets on pedestrian safety.

SafeStart FactSheets - Pets Safety

SafeStart FactSheets on pets safety.

SafeStart FactSheets - Poisoning

SafeStart FactSheets on poisoning.

SafeStart FactSheets - Sport & Recreation Safety

SafeStart FactSheets on sport and recreation safety.

SafeStart FactSheets - Toy Safety

SafeStart FactSheets on toy safety.

Sausage Sizzle Information Sheet

A guide to running a sausage sizzle safely

Scarf Festival - Craft Demonstrations Program

A range of craft demonstrations held daily during the 2012 Scarf Festival.

School Holiday Program - Behaviour Management Policy

The School Holiday Program aims to maintain a quality program that is safe and fun for all involved. This involves regularly reviewing and updating of...

School Holiday Program - Child Collection Policy for Parents

This document outlines the new policy for collecting children from the School Holiday Program.

School Holiday Program - Parent Handbook

The City of Greater Geelong School Holiday Program has been operating a vacation care
service for over 20 years, and is committed to offering ...

School Holiday Program - Program Guide

School Holiday Program Guide for Autumn 2012 from Monday 2 April to Friday 13 April, 8:00am to 6:00pm*.

  • 1st round of app...

School Holiday Program - Sunsmart Policy

School Holiday Programs Sunsmart Policy.

School Holiday Program Behaviour Management and Bullying Policy

The School Holiday Program aims to maintain a quality program that is safe and fun for all involved. This involves regularly reviewing and updating of...

School Holiday Program Family Handbook

The City of Greater Geelong School Holiday Program has been operating a vacation care service for over 20 years, and is committed to offering a high q...

Seafood Strategy 2003

The Geelong Seafood Industry Strategy details long term strategic actions to grow the Region's seafood and aquaculture sector.

Spud News

Catch up on all the latest from the Potato Shed during April &  May  2012.

SSL Lap Lane Availability - Leisurelink

Leisurelink Lap Lane Availability.

Starting a New Food Business

Information for opening a new food business.

Sustainable Communities - Infrastructure Development Guidelines

The Sustainable Communities Infrastructure Development Guidelines were prepared to facilitate the development of communities through quality planning,...

Tag Time News 2012

Tag

Welcome to the 2012 ed...

Teacher Guide - The Wool Story

Explore the story of wool with the National Wool Museum's comprehensive Teacher's Guide, including recommended pre- and post- visit activities.

Temporary Food Premises Guidelines

Guidelines for Temporary Food Premises, covering safe food preparation, manufacturing and storage in a temporary or portable site such as a marquee, t...

The Recycling Process

Describes what happens to recycling when it is collected.                     

Thomson Reserve Master Plan

Council identified Thomson Reserve as lacking in quality sporting facilities and
suggested that improving the landscape and amenity value of sp...

Warm Water Program Pool - Timetable

Heated to around 33.5 degrees, this versatile pool is available to be used for a number of different activities. Please see our timetable for more inf...

Water Replenishment During/After Fires

The following diagram outlines the process taken when replacement of essential water is requested during or after a fire.

Wetlands Information Brochure

Geelong's Ramsar Wetlands of International Significance information brochure.

What's On For Schools - 2012 Education Program

An overview of the education programs available for students of all ages at the National Wool Museum.

What's On for Schools?

The National Wool Museum's Education Program for 2012

Wood Heater Best Practice

This document outlines some best practice principles when operating wood heaters including techniques for improving heating efficiency and reducing sm...

Your Garbage Bin

Lists the items that can go into the garbage bin.

Your Green Bin

Lists the items that can go into the green bin.

Your Recycling Bin

Lists what goes into the recycling bin.