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Plan targets net zero emissions by 2035

Plan targets net zero emissions by 2035

A municipal-wide target of zero net emissions by 2035 is a key feature of the City’s Draft Climate Change Response Plan.

Pools and gyms among reopened facilities

Pools and gyms among reopened facilities

The City has today reopened its Swim, Sport and Leisure centres, after the Victorian Government announced an easing of restrictions.

Councils join forces for Buy Recycled campaign

Councils join forces for Buy Recycled campaign

Have you ever stopped and wondered what’s in the products you’re buying? Or, more importantly, the process behind the manufacturing of the materials? It’s time to start.

Spring encore for city's street performers

Spring encore for city's street performers

Roving performers and street activations will return to multiple shopping and dining precincts from Spring, as part of the City’s It’s Our Backyard campaign.

Assessors sought for grants panel

Assessors sought for grants panel

We are looking for community representatives to join our Community Grants Assessment Panel.

City responds to snap lockdown

City responds to snap lockdown

The City will temporarily close a number of its public facilities, due to the COVID-19 restrictions that come into effect across Victoria.

MY STORY Project open for expressions of interest

MY STORY Project open for expressions of interest

The City is inviting expressions of interest from community members to take part in the MY STORY Project as a mentor or participant.

Tree vandals put on notice

Tree vandals put on notice

Residents are urged to report any suspected damage to trees, as the City rolls out another expansive planting program.

STREETFACE expands for 2021 return

STREETFACE expands for 2021 return

Local organisations and LGAs have partnered to deliver the latest STREETFACE project, which will also be displayed outside of Greater Geelong for the first time in the project’s 12-year history.

Take your old chemicals to a better place

Take your old chemicals to a better place

We hold an annual chemical drop off day where you can safely dispose of household chemicals.

Have your say on the Hill Mountain Bike Park

Have your say on the Hill Mountain Bike Park

Local bike riders now have the opportunity to share their needs and priorities for the public BMX and mountain bike track at the Hill Mountain Bike Park in Newtown.

Virtual tour expands for 2021 NAIDOC Week

Virtual tour expands for 2021 NAIDOC Week

Community members are invited to take a virtual tour of significant locations on Wadawurrung Country, as part of the City’s celebrations for NAIDOC Week this year.

Be a WINNER with Community Update

Be a WINNER with Community Update

Win a $100 Village Cinemas voucher by telling us your favourite story from this digital edition of Community Update.

Geelong Nature Forum 2021

The theme of the 2021 event is 'Where The Rivers Run', with a focus on the animal and plant life of the Geelong region’s rivers, creeks and wetlands.

Game on for new sports lighting

New sports lighting at eight reserves across Greater Geelong will allow for sporting clubs to extend playing and training times and will improve safety for players and community members.

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.

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.

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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.