By 2047, Greater Geelong will be internationally recognised as a clever and creative city-region that is forward looking, enterprising and adaptive and cares for its people and environment.

Representing the voices of more than 16,000 members of our community, Greater Geelong: A Clever and Creative Future is a guide for all levels of government, community organisations, businesses and anyone wanting to make a genuine contribution to our city-region.



Greater Geelong's community-led aspirations

A prosperous economy that supports jobs and education opportunities

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The Gordon launches free COVID-19 infection control training
Geelong employees in customer-facing roles can now access free infection control training as Victoria aims to reduce the transmission risk of COVID-19 in the workplace.
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A leader in developing and adopting technology

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Innovative urbX art program opens up new experiences
The genU Participate team in Bayside have launched a new art program that has an innovative way of engaging clients and encouraging community connection.
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Creativity drives culture

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Launch of Wangim Walk
Geelong waterfront’s new public pier has been named Wangim Walk. Wangim is the Wadawurrung language name for boomerang. For Wadawurrung people the boomerang was used for hunting and physical activity.
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A fast, reliable and connected transport network

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The Spirit of Tasmania is moving to Geelong
Corio Quay, north of Geelong will be the new home for the Spirit of Tasmania Victorian port operations.
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A destination that attracts local and international visitors

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RONE in Geelong
Geelong Gallery is proud to announce RONE in Geelong.
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People feel safe wherever they are

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Live Visitor Pod
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Multicultural Aged Care Services (MACS) in Geelong created an innovative and safe ‘Live Visitor Pod’ so that relatives can visit their loved ones face-to-face.
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An inclusive, diverse, healthy and socially connected community

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New Barwon Health & Deakin University Centre of Excellence to Improve Mental Health
Change to Improve Mental Health Centre of Excellence (CHIME) is a newly formed research partnership between Barwon Health and Deakin University. 

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Sustainable development that supports population growth and protects the natural environment

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Northern and Western Geelong Growth Areas
We are committed to planning for population growth through sustainable development that protects our region’s exceptional natural assets.
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Development and implementation of sustainable solutions

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New marine-based attraction set for The Dell
The City has partnered with a world-leading artificial reef designer to create an eco-friendly marine attraction at Clifton Springs.
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List your Clever and Creative event

Have you got an upcoming event that is clever and creative?
Let us know and have your event listed here as we would love to be a part of it!

List your event in our events calendar and when you're submitting let us know in the comments that it is a clever and creative event.