community
Geelong's 10 Best Parks Transform City Into Green Oasis
From Eastern Park to the Surf Coast and the Otway Ranges, here are Geelong's finest parks and outdoor spaces.
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lifestyle
Geelong Winter Weekends: New Parking Rates, Entry Fees Take Effect
New parking rates and entry fees apply this month for short breaks around the city and nearby spots.
news
Geelong's Transport Future: Residents Say They're Being Left Behind
From Waurn Ponds to Lara, community members are demanding answers as major transport projects grind through planning delays while their daily commutes get worse.
community
Geelong's Best Restaurants Dominate 2026 Age Good Food Guide
Little Malop Street and Pakington Street anchor a scene built on local seafood, wineries and the 2026 Age Good Food Guide picks.
lifestyle
Jobs in Geelong 2026: Top Industries, Major Employers and Salary Guide
The biggest employers and job sectors in Geelong in 2026, median salaries by industry, where to find work, and what the Ford legacy and new industries mean for regional job seekers.
community
Geelong Transforms Waterfront Into Region's Most Significant Public Asset
The redeveloped Corio Bay waterfront is the most significant investment in Geelong's public amenity.
property
Best Suburbs to Live in Geelong 2026: By Lifestyle, Family Size and Budget
The best suburbs to live in Geelong in 2026: waterfront Newtown, family-friendly Belmont, affordable Corio, and the best areas near the Geelong CBD.
culture
Geelong Residents Transform Local Arts Access Through Community Networks
Resident networks in Geelong are reshaping local arts access through sustained, place-based programs.
community
Geelong's Complete Public Transport Guide: Trains, Buses, Routes
V/Line trains to Melbourne, local buses, and what to know about getting around Geelong.
lifestyle
Geelong's Waterfront Heritage and Neighborhoods Create Globally Rare Lifestyle Mix
The city's waterfront heritage and neighbourhood fabric create a lifestyle mix rarely matched elsewhere.
lifestyle
Geelong Family Guide: 5 Best Winter Activities for Kids Nearby
Several established attractions around Geelong and nearby offer hands-on options for families during the winter period.
wellness
Pedal Without Fear: Geelong's Best Cycling Routes for Families and Beginners
From the Barwon River trail to the waterfront boardwalk, Geelong has more family-friendly riding than most locals realise, here's where to start.
wellness
From paddock to plate: Geelong's best farmers markets and what to buy right now
With winter produce hitting its peak and household budgets still under pressure, the region's farmers markets are delivering exceptional value, if you know what to look for.
wellness
Staying hydrated in Geelong: how much you actually need to drink, and what counts
With winter sunshine and cool-but-deceptive coastal air along the Waterfront, local health experts say Geelong residents are chronically underestimating their daily fluid needs.
Politics
FDA drug approval changes and health policy topics under discussion
International regulatory developments on medicines and screening programs carry potential implications for health services accessed by Geelong residents.
news
Discover Geelong: Your Complete Guide to Top Local Attractions
An evergreen guide to getting out and about in Geelong.
Technology
Geelong's Unique Broadband Mix Powers Tech Scene Forward
Alternative networks and public infrastructure distinguish the city's connectivity from standard national options.
sport
Geelong's grassroots clubs fuel high school athletics surge
High school athletics in Geelong draws fresh energy from neighbourhood clubs and school fields rather than top-down programs.
property
Geelong Auction Volumes Plunge in Winter, Surge in Spring
Geelong records show auction listings drop sharply in winter months compared with the spring surge that has defined local market rhythms for years.
property
Geelong Homes Linger 52 Days as Sellers Cut Prices 4.8 Percent
Properties across the region are taking longer to sell while sellers trim asking prices to secure buyers.
news
How Geelong's Property Listings Ended Up Flooded With the Wrong Photos, and What Led Us Here
A chain of rapid-fire database migrations, agency mergers and pandemic-era shortcuts left thousands of Geelong home listings carrying mismatched or duplicated images, and the cleanup is still underway.
community
Geelong's Best Beaches: Complete Guide to Bay and Ocean Swimming
From Barwon Heads to the Surf Coast and the Bellarine, here are Geelong's best beach destinations.
Politics
National Renewable Targets to Reshape Geelong's Energy and Manufacturing Future
Federal climate policy changes are projected to accelerate solar and wind investment in regional Victoria, potentially lowering energy costs for Geelong households and creating opportunities in the local clean manufacturing sector.
property
Geelong Prices Hit 2021 Peak as Construction Slowdown Shifts Market
Current median values sit 11 per cent above the 2021 peak yet new listings in key corridors have slowed sharply since March.
news
Geelong's Major Infrastructure Projects Transform Transport and Recreation
From expanded public transport to new recreation spaces, Geelong’s numerous infrastructure projects promise tangible benefits for residents and neighbourhoods alike.
news
Geelong Reshapes Identity Beyond Auto Industry With Major Investments
As the city transitions from its automotive era, major developments and investments are set to reshape Geelong's identity and economy.
Politics
Geelong Speeds Housing Approvals, Cutting Developer Wait Times Significantly
The policy change speeds planning processes for new dwellings in Greater Geelong, which is projected to alter approval wait times for households in suburbs including Norlane and Belmont.
community
Best Schools in Geelong: Public & Private by Area
Explore top schools across Geelong, from Geelong Grammar to Bellarine Peninsula. Compare public, private and Catholic options for your family.
community
Geelong Weather & Climate Guide: Year-Round
Discover Geelong's cool temperate climate shaped by Port Phillip Bay, summer sea breezes, and Otway fog patterns. Compare to Melbourne temperatures.
property
Geelong Houses Now Cost $200,000 More Than Units This Year
Houses in key Geelong suburbs have pulled ahead of units by more than $200,000 on median prices this year, shifting buyer patterns in the commuter belt.