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Community feedback invited on plan for South Geelong Landfill Landscape

Community feedback invited on plan for South Geelong Landfill Landscape

Council has endorsed the draft South Geelong Landfill Landscape Plan for public exhibition and community consultation.

Opportunities to empower community members

Opportunities to empower community members

A new report has identified opportunities to further tackle disadvantage in Corio, Norlane and Whittington and improve the livelihoods of community members who live there.

Bright future ahead for Saleyards Precinct

Bright future ahead for Saleyards Precinct

Clever and creative feedback from the Greater Geelong community has helped to shape the planned transformation of the historic Saleyards Precinct on Weddell Road, North Geelong.

City submission on 30-year vision for Central Geelong

City submission on 30-year vision for Central Geelong

Council has endorsed a submission from the City of Greater Geelong to the draft Central Geelong Framework Plan 2021 and amendment process.

Record level of investment in 2021-22 Budget

Record level of investment in 2021-22 Budget

The Council has endorsed its largest infrastructure spending program, aimed at driving the region’s ongoing recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and meeting the needs of a growing population.

City signs up to pilot aimed at increasing accessibility and inclusiveness in sport

City signs up to pilot aimed at increasing accessibility and inclusiveness in sport

The City has put its support behind the national Sport4All program, as one of six Victorian LGAs to sign up to the initial pilot in the state.

Nominations now open for the Geelong Awards for People with Disability

Nominations now open for the Geelong Awards for People with Disability

Nominations of individuals with disability who have demonstrated outstanding achievements in advocacy, leadership, empowering others in the workplace or in a voluntary capacity or who have achieved a significant milestone or success, are invited for the Geelong Awards for People with Disability.

City supports smart farming technology trial

City supports smart farming technology trial

Our Internet of Things (IoT) network is helping a clever technology trial take place in the paddocks at Marcus Oldham Farm Management College.

Mural to feature in treasure hunt on Belcher's Corner

Mural to feature in treasure hunt on Belcher's Corner

Local artist Vicki Clissold has painted a new mural showing a host of lively characters around Belcher's Corner, on the corner of Ryrie and Moorabool Streets in Central Geelong.

See Wurriki Nyal take shape!

See Wurriki Nyal take shape!

See Geelong’s new Civic Precinct Wurriki Nyal take shape in this timelapse video of construction.

Eased restrictions to take effect from Friday

Eased restrictions to take effect from Friday

Deputy Mayor Trent Sullivan has welcomed the eased COVID-19 restrictions that come into effect for regional Victoria from Friday 11 June.

Performers to hit the streets in new areas

Performers to hit the streets in new areas

Roving street performers will add colour and excitement to a further six shopping and dining districts, in support of Greater Geelong’s It’s Our Backyard program.

Council endorses Clever and Creative Vision refresh

The refreshed Clever and Creative Vision for Greater Geelong is set to be released for public feedback.

Community invited to comment on draft Public Street Lighting Policy

A new draft Public Street Lighting Policy sets the direction for new and replacement street lighting which is contemporary, innovative and energy efficient.

Council approves blueprint for future of Greater Geelong

City of Greater Geelong Councillors last night endorsed Our Community Plan 2021-25, a four-year strategic plan for the future of the region.

Key performance targets set

The Council last night set more than 20 key objectives driving sustainability in areas such as community health, the environment and the economy.

Opportunity for more safe youth spaces

The 2021 Youth Council has made its first recommendations to the Greater Geelong Council to establish three more dedicated youth spaces for young people in the region.

I AM sculpture celebrates empowerment of diversity

Work is underway on a new public sculpture for Geelong, celebrating people of all abilities.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land, the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, Elders in our community and our emerging leaders.