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

Latest project

The KO
One of Geelong’s newest multi-purpose workspaces, The KO Creative Studio opened its doors to Geelong’s creative industry in May this year with fantastic results!
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A leader in developing and adopting technology

Latest project

Digital Innovation Festival
The Digital Innovation Festival (DIF) ran over two weeks from 23 August to 6 September 2019 to demonstrate and promote technology innovation across every sector of the economy and society.
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Creativity drives culture

Latest project

Makers Hub
In 2017 the City of Greater Geelong provided $100,000 to local not-for-profit Creative Geelong for two years to support the ‘Makers Hub’ project in Centrepoint Arcade, Little Malop Street.
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A fast, reliable and connected transport network

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AirAsia
We have lift-off! AirAsia and Avalon Airport commenced international flights in 2018, with the first international flight touching down at Avalon Airport in early December.
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A destination that attracts local and international visitors

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Activate Geelong Bollards
Introducing Activate Geelong Bollards Augmented Reality App!
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People feel safe wherever they are

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Newly developed Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club
The new Ocean Grove life-saving clubhouse officially opened it’s doors in July 2019, boosting the safety of beach-goers at one of Victoria’s most popular surf beaches.
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An inclusive, diverse, healthy and socially connected community

Latest project

Showcase Display Home in Armstrong Creek
Showcase Display Home unlocks accommodation possibilities for people with disability.
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Sustainable development that supports population growth and protects the natural environment

Latest project

Community–Owned Renewable Energy (CORE) Geelong
Community–Owned Renewable Energy (CORE) Geelong, established by Geelong Sustainability, is aiding in the region’s transition to a sustainable energy future by encouraging community participation and investment in renewable energy.
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Development and implementation of sustainable solutions

Latest project

The Community Zero Carbon Action Plan
The City’s goal for a carbon neutral city-region by 2047 was endorsed in September 2018. The Community Zero Carbon Action Plan follows the creation of a target to reduce the City’s operational emissions by 50 per cent by 2020, based on 2014–15 levels.
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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.