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Geelong Preserves Indigenous and Industrial Heritage Through Community Action
Preservation work highlights both Wathawurung presence and later industrial development across the region.
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wellness
Geelong Residents Embrace Global Wellness Trends, From Cold-Water Swimming Forward
From cold-water swimming at Eastern Beach to hormone therapy conversations sweeping the internet, Geelong residents are finding their own path through a worldwide wellness moment.
Politics
Geelong's New Transport Plan Shapes Investment Across All Three Time Horizons
Geelong residents will see transport planning decisions shaped by short, medium and long term actions covering the full municipal area as the existing plan stays in place during work on a replacement strategy.
Politics
Greater Geelong Tightens Development Rules, Diverging From State Standards
Geelong residents face updated rules on coastal and urban development approvals drawn from the local COGG document that differ in emphasis from state-wide approaches.
sport
Geelong's AFL Debut, NBL1 Grand Final Win, GFNL Shake-Up Unfold
Local developments centre on an AFL debut, NBL1 South grand final result and GFNL changes.
finance
Geelong's traders feel the global crosscurrents as local shares edge higher
From Pakington Street boutiques to waterfront hospitality, Geelong's small businesses are navigating a day of mixed global signals even as Australian shares post a quiet gain.
sport
Geelong Cats Extend Winning Streak to 10 Games, Polkinghorne Shines
A dominant display against Richmond has lifted the Cats to their 10th straight victory and put Jay Polkinghorne in the spotlight as a leading VFL forward.
finance
Geelong's Small Traders Watch Closely as Global Markets Send Mixed Signals
From Pakington Street shopfronts to Corio Bay exporters, the day's market movements carry real consequences for the businesses that keep Geelong moving.
lifestyle
Geelong Locals Share Winter Survival Tips for July Visits
Geelong residents draw on their routines around Pakington Street and Eastern Beach to share practical winter advice for the July period.
culture
Geelong Guide: Fresh Exhibitions, Waterfront Walks, Live Performances This July
Geelong locals and visitors can tap into fresh exhibitions, waterfront walks and live performances across the city this July.
culture
Geelong Transforms Manufacturing Hub Into Thriving Arts Community With New Galleries
Geelong's arts community has grown from its manufacturing base into a network of galleries and performance spaces that now draw steady crowds year-round.
finance
ASX 200 Falls to 8,806 as Geelong Resources Weather Decline
Local superannuation balances tied to banks and resources showed limited damage after the benchmark index slipped 0.43 per cent, while WTI crude advanced to US$71.41 a barrel.
lifestyle
Geelong Blends Working Harbour, Affordable Living, Surf Beach Access Uniquely
Geelong blends a working harbour, affordable waterfront living and quick escapes to surf beaches in a way that sets it apart from larger capitals and smaller regional centres alike.
lifestyle
Geelong Transforms Eastern Beach With New Fitness, Dining Year-Round
New fitness sessions and dining additions are altering how locals use the foreshore strip between Eastern Beach and the yacht club.
wellness
Geelong Council Opens Group Exercise Classes at Multiple Venues
Geelong City Council venues offer structured group fitness sessions across multiple sites for residents seeking regular exercise options.
property
Geelong Buyers Unlock First Homes With Government Equity Program
Geelong buyers can use the state program to secure a first home with government equity on properties priced near the $680,000 median.
property
Geelong Renters Struggle With 30% Rent-to-Income Rule as Costs Rise
Geelong renters weigh weekly costs against income benchmarks as property prices hold near the state median.
wellness
Staying Healthy in Geelong Summer: Evidence-Based Tips
Beat Geelong's record heat with evidence-based wellness tips. Learn heat safety, outdoor activity precautions, and local resources from Barwon Health.
news
Geelong Residents Fight Back Against Photo Theft on Social Media
From Belmont to Newtown, local community members describe the distress of finding their photos duplicated and misused across social media and fake profiles.
Technology
Geelong's Tech Sector Explodes: What Job Seekers Must Know Now
Geelong's innovation hub is driving growth, with major companies and startups setting up shop in the city, but what does this mean for local job seekers and professionals?
wellness
Geelong Chefs Share Five Easy Recipes Using Fresh Local Produce
Discover the freshest ingredients at Geelong's markets and cook up a storm with these easy and delicious recipes
wellness
Geelong Trails Transform Daily Walks Into Powerful Mindfulness Practice
No app, no cushion, no studio required, Geelong's best trails and rock pools are already doing the hard work for you.
community
Solar Panels in Geelong 2026, Installation Costs, Battery Prices, Victorian Rebates, and How to Find a Licensed Solar Installer Near You
Geelong solar panel guide 2026: how much solar panel and battery installation costs in Geelong, Solar Victoria rebates and Geelong solar performance, and how to find a Clean Energy Council accredited solar installer near you.
wellness
Geelong Women Boost Wellbeing Through Community Connection and Movement
From waterfront walks to community support, discover how local mums and carers are prioritising their wellbeing-and how you can too.
lifestyle
Day Trips from Geelong 2026, Best Day Trips and Weekend Getaways Near Geelong
Day trips from Geelong 2026: the best day trips and weekend getaways near Geelong, Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula, Melbourne, Grampians and the Surf Coast.
community
Explore Geelong's 12 Best Parks and Outdoor Spaces
From Corio Bay's waterfront to the Otways' hiking trails, discover where Geelong locals escape outdoors.
sport
Fun Runs, Triathlons and Athlete Pathways in and Around Geelong
From beginner-friendly community fun runs to Ironman triathlons on the Surf Coast, Geelong and its surrounds offer endurance event opportunities for every level of fitness and ambition.
wellness
Geelong Swimmers Dive In: The Best Outdoor Pools and Rock Pools for Lap Swimming
From Eastern Beach's heritage rock pool to suburban lap lanes, Geelong offers a range of open-air swimming spots for locals keen to keep fit.
community
Food Assist 3223 Expands Hours, Adds Timed Shopping Sessions
Food Assist 3223 has introduced longer Wednesday opening hours and timed shopping sessions in Portarlington.
community
New Mental Health Residential Service Opens in Geelong's Moolap
A new residential mental health service has opened in Moolap backed by Victorian government investment.
wellness
Geelong Sleep Clinics Offer Assessments for Chronic Fatigue Sufferers
Barwon Health and private providers deliver sleep assessments for residents dealing with ongoing fatigue and related conditions.
property
Geelong Property Investors See 12% Annual Returns, Markets Shift
Geelong property investors are seeing significant returns, but what do the latest numbers really mean for the local market?
lifestyle
Geelong Seniors Master Summer Garden Care Strategies for Hot Months Ahead
Geelong seniors can apply steady routines to summer garden care as the region heads into hotter months.
lifestyle
Geelong's Three Culinary Hotspots Showcase Fresh Local Food and Producers
Geelong residents and visitors can explore fresh mussels, seasonal markets and specialty producers through named venues and events supported by regional tourism sources.
culture
Geelong's Top Cultural Attractions: Galleries, Street Art, Historical Landmarks
From historical galleries to vibrant street art trails, explore the creative landmarks shaping Geelong's cultural landscape.
lifestyle
Geelong Opens New Restaurants and Convention Centers This Winter
A look at the city's latest food and infrastructure updates as the community moves through the colder months.
finance
Geelong's Small Traders Brace as Global Sell-Off Lifts Fuel Costs and Squeezes Margins
A rough session across world markets is landing closest to home for Geelong's small businesses, where rising crude prices and a softer Australian dollar are already tightening the numbers.
culture
Geelong Transforms Historic Port Into Thriving Waterfront Arts Corridor
Geelong's culture scene has shifted from its 19th-century port roots into a waterfront arts corridor that now draws residents and visitors along the Barwon River.
wellness
Screen Time Sleep Geelong: What 2025 Research Shows
University of Melbourne study reveals Victorian adults lose 34 mins sleep nightly from evening device use. Geelong health referrals up 19% as hybrid work shifts bedtime habits.
wellness
Geelong Shift Workers Combat Sleep Chaos With Light Exposure Tactics
Geelong shift workers are adopting fixed light-exposure rules and timed walks to stabilise rest despite rotating rosters at local ports and hospitals.
Technology
Geelong Tech Companies Roadmap 2026: New Products
Geelong tech firms announce September 2026 product launches. Hardware integrations and software updates planned at Innovation Hub and Digital Collective co-working spaces.
property
Armstrong Creek Surges: Geelong Suburb's Median Prices Hit $620,000
The suburb's growth is driven by its proximity to the Geelong CBD and the Surf Coast, with median house prices rising to $620,000.
wellness
Geelong Yoga Guide: Find Your Perfect Style Today
From sweaty hot yoga sessions to slow restorative stretches by the Barwon River, Geelong's growing yoga scene has something for every body, but knowing which style to choose first can save you weeks of wrong turns.
news
How Geelong Became Ground Zero for Victoria's Housing Crunch: The Road That Led Here
Decades of planning decisions, a post-Ford industrial reckoning, and a pandemic-era population surge have pushed Geelong's housing market to a breaking point, and first home buyers are paying the price.
lifestyle
New Residents Connect Electricity, Gas, Water, Internet in Geelong
A guide to connecting electricity, gas, water, and NBN internet when moving to Geelong or the Surf Coast region.
property
Smart Buyers Seize Geelong's Cooling Market Before Spring Rush Hits
Price growth has cooled, but savvy purchasers are capitalising on reduced competition and improved negotiating power across the region's hottest precincts.
property
Geelong Defies National Trend: Auction Market Remains Resilient Amid Winter Slowdown
While clearance rates plunge across Australia, Geelong's property market shows resilience thanks to Armstrong Creek momentum and coastal lifestyle demand.
Technology
Geelong's Digital Promise Comes With a Price: Navigating Cybersecurity's Murky Ethics
As the city's tech sector booms, security experts and ethicists warn that protecting data privacy isn't just a technical challenge-it's a moral one.
community
Geelong United's American recruit shows promise in challenging NBL1 South season
Guard Reagan Bass is settling into life on and off the court after joining Geelong United from American college basketball.