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24.01.2022 This #NAIDOCWeek, dive into the rich cultural history of Geelong with a virtual tour of 20 sites with special significance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and our wider community. From the You Yangs to Whittington, this special tour was developed together with the Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation. More: www.geelongaustralia.com.au/naidocweek2020

24.01.2022 The Greater Geelong Christmas Adventure begins today, with 24 locations around the region coming to life with festive decorations including a giant bauble and 3D interactive chalk art. Take an adventure tour to collect the clues and go into the draw to win a special Christmas hamper. #GeelongChristmas More: http://ow.ly/gNwd50CnCYR Please adhere to current restrictions when leaving home.

23.01.2022 Don’t forget to post your vote! All votes for this year’s Geelong Council Elections must be posted by 6.00pm Friday 23 October to be counted. Ballot papers can also be returned to the Victorian Electoral Commission temporary electoral office at Geelong West Town Hall. More details from The Victorian Electoral Commission http://ow.ly/ShPn50BRUIK... Translated voter info: http://ow.ly/C91D50BRUIJ #GeelongVotes See more

22.01.2022 Stormy skies over St Leonards photographed by pearcec on Instagram #mygeelong Remember to #embracethespace as you head out to explore our beautiful region, avoiding popular areas that may be crowded. More tips: http://ow.ly/dtm550BG8WE

21.01.2022 COUNCIL MEETING : It's a big agenda for tonight's meeting! Join your councillors online as they discuss: Youth Council Final Report 2020 Smart City Strategic Framework Quarterly Financial Report... Council Plan Quarterly Report Councillor Appointments to Portfolios & more! See the full agenda and watch online from 7pm at http://ow.ly/fLvQ50CxyKJ

20.01.2022 1098 Join Santa in the countdown as we light up the night across Geelong! Grab your glowsticks, switch on your fairy lights, and join us to light up the night from home between 9pm and 9.30pm. Share your Christmas lights and decorations at home with us by using #GeelongNightofLights.

18.01.2022 Tonight’s the night! Are you ready for Geelong Night of Lights? Here’s what you need to do: Decorate your house or letterbox Get your guide from Geelong Times Tune in to bay 93.9 Geelong from 7pm ... Grab your deck chairs for the evening ahead Sing-a-long at home to your favourite Christmas carols with loved ones Support the Geelong Giving Tree Appeal if able Join Geelong in lighting up the night from home between 9pm to 9.30pm with fairy lights, torches and glow sticks! Share your photos with us by using #GeelongNightofLights. Find more info here: http://ow.ly/nXUj50CvZ1x Geelong Giving Tree Appeal: geelonggivingtree.org.au #GeelongChristmas Bethany Group - Community Support and Kindergarten Services Kardinia Park

18.01.2022 We love these easy tips from Mental Health Australia to look after yourself every day! What simple ways do you use to take care of your mental health? #MentalHealthWeek

18.01.2022 We're excited to announce that bookings and time restrictions will no longer be in place at our indoor pools and gyms from 1 December. Bookings continue to be essential for group exercise classes. Find more info at: http://ow.ly/8Hmd50Cw2Ll

17.01.2022 Your favourite books are a click away! Geelong Regional Libraries is now offering a click-and-collect service to collect reserved items. The Libraries' Click & Deliver service will continue to be available to vulnerable people. More: https://www.grlc.vic.gov.au/collect

17.01.2022 With 334 parks and reserves, we’re spoiled for choice in Greater #Geelong! Why not challenge yourself to discover a new one every week like Dooliebeal Reserve in Armstrong Creek. #EmbraceTheSpace by choosing places and activities where you can safely maintain distance from others. More: http://ow.ly/QhoH50BG9US

17.01.2022 Congratulations to Tegan Whitten, who is this year’s recipient of the Leadership & Advocacy Award at the 2020 Geelong Awards for People with Disability. As the Geelong Accessibility and Services Representative of the Deakin University Student Association, Tegan has made tangible and real differences in the lives of Deakin Students in the Geelong community never shying away from voicing her opinion and affecting change. Hear from Tegan in the video below The 2020 Geelong Awards for People with a Disability are presented by the City and genU and supported by VALID, Leisure Networks and the Barwon Disability Resource Council - BDRC. More: http://ow.ly/PLmn50CoK9b

17.01.2022 We’re thrilled with the support from local organisations to help light up the night at 9pm tonight for Geelong Night of Lights. Our friends at Kardinia Park were among several others who participated in a bit of a test run recently. Don’t forget to join us for the event from 7 to 9pm on bay 93.9 Geelong for a bit of festive fun and music all while raising funds for the Geelong Giving Tree Appeal, which aims to raise $100,000 for local families in need. As we light up the ...night from 9pm to 9.30pm, join us from home by turning on your Christmas lights, cracking some glow sticks or shining a torch in a gesture of solidarity, recognising our resilience in 2020 and as a sign of hope for 2021. Share photos with #GeelongNightofLights or tagging us. #GeelongChristmas Bethany Group - Community Support and Kindergarten Services More: http://ow.ly/TARE50CvW1V

16.01.2022 We wish everyone celebrating Diwali this year brightness in your heart and home Join in the fun online this festival of lights, with Bollywood dancing and an indian cooking class as part of Deakin's free annual Diwali celebration. More: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/2020-deakin-university-virt

15.01.2022 ON NOW! We’re thrilled to have talented local musicians Matilda Hassall, Michael Stangel, David Van Elst and Taylor Henderson perform for the Geelong Night of Lights, broadcast from now until 9pm tonight on bay 93.9 Geelong. Don’t forget to join us remotely as we light up the night at 9pm to 9.30pm. Turn on your Christmas lights at home, crack some glow sticks or shine a torch at 9pm and share photos with the #GeelongNightofLights. #GeelongChristmas #GeelongTogether Bethan...y Group - Community Support and Kindergarten Services #GeelongGivingTree Appeal: http://ow.ly/9M0950Cw9ug More info: http://ow.ly/DL8J50Cw9uf

15.01.2022 Having trouble paying your energy bills? Want to lower your energy costs? The Victorian Government has launched a range of programs and initiatives to help, including: Financial counselling Online events offering tips and tricks... One-on-one bill support and advice More: http://ow.ly/zZui50CpPUP

15.01.2022 Our fourth and final award recipient congratulations to Jake Anderson! Jake took out this year’s Volunteering Award at the 2020 Geelong Awards for People with Disability. After initially joining genU GAMER as a participant, Jake has been a program volunteer over the past 12 months taking other participants under his wing and enabling others to achieve their own goals. Hear from Jake in the video below The 2020 Geelong Awards for People with Disability is part of celebrations for Inclusion Week and in the lead up to International Day of People with Disability. Find out more and see the other free events here: https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/idpwd/default.aspx

12.01.2022 The #AussieBirdCount starts in three days! Held from 1925 October, the Aussie Backyard Bird Count helps gather data for BirdLife Australia while you discover birds in your area. Birdwatching is a fun way to #EmbracetheSpace safely as you enjoy the outdoors. ... Register today: https://aussiebirdcount.org.au/

12.01.2022 #MentalHealthWeek Many of us will experience mental illness in our lifetimes - know that you are not alone, and help is always available. If you need support, contact @LifelineAust on 13 11 14. Find out more from Mental Health Australia

11.01.2022 After a challenging year, join us tomorrow for a festive evening of Christmas songs and carols, covers by local musicians, Christmas messages from community leaders and a sing-along with Santa all while raising funds for the Geelong Giving Tree Appeal - which aims to raise $100,000 for local families in need. Tune in to bay 93.9 Geelong from 7pm tomorrow night for the special two-hour broadcast and help us light up the night from home between 9pm to 9.30pm by turning on yo...ur Christmas lights, cracking some glow sticks or shining a torch. Share photos with #GeelongNightofLights or by tagging us. #GeelongChristmas More here: http://ow.ly/aWlw50Cvkbn Geelong Giving Tree Appeal: mycause.com.au/city-of-greater-geelong-and-bay-939 Bethany Group - Community Support and Kindergarten Services #GeelongNightofLights #GeelongChristmas

11.01.2022 MY STORY has empowered me and encouraged me to do something new Over 12 weeks, seven mentors worked with 119 participants, aged between 15 and 82, on the MY STORY Project. Through paintings, video, sound and many other mediums, the participants share stories and insights of their lived experience of disability or mental health challenges. View the collection online here: http://ow.ly/2Ay150Cu2bU

11.01.2022 Rough weather has caused extensive damage to the southern pontoon at the Ocean Grove Boat Ramp near Guthridge Street. The City has removed the pontoon for safety reasons, however the northern pontoon is still available for recreational boaters. More on local launching sites here: http://ow.ly/oIbp50CxKX7 We'll provide an update on funding for a replacement pontoon as soon as possible.

11.01.2022 Don't miss the last FREE household chemical drop off day for 2020! Where: Corio Operations Centre, 299 Anakie Rd, Lovely Banks When: 8am 4pm on Saturday 21 November... We'll safely dispose of aerosol cans, cooking oil, detergents, fire extinguishers and more via our contactless drive-through service. Registrations are essential. Full list of allowed items: http://ow.ly/6g9M50Chgid More info and to register: http://ow.ly/dRtZ50ChgkY

10.01.2022 Spotted our new ‘picnic circles’ at Customs Park? They're the perfect size to enjoy a physically distanced picnic with some takeaway from a nearby business - just one way to safely enjoy the outdoors as you #embracethespace in Greater #Geelong! More: http://ow.ly/R7xy50BG8RL

10.01.2022 We’re currently looking for our next Youth Council! Current member Logan gives some advice on what to expect. Logan: "It is all about making sure the young people of Geelong are heard because we represent their voice... It’s about making sure you know what your area wants and sharing it." Nominations are open for young people until 15 November. More here: http://ow.ly/Wvat50Cikq7 .... Full interview with Logan here: http://ow.ly/VgUC50CikrV See more

10.01.2022 We're excited to announce that from 27 November our outdoor pool facilities will no longer require bookings or have time limits on visits, in line with the easing of restrictions. To make sure we keep our community safe, we will be implementing a check in system. Visitors will be required to scan in with a QR code or provide written details. More: http://ow.ly/if0S50Cubcu

09.01.2022 Check out the virtual Victoria Nature Festival! Celebrate all things nature from home with a range of free activities, videos and webinars. The Festival runs until October 11, more: vic.gov.au/ournature

09.01.2022 Cr Stephanie Asher has been re-elected as Greater Geelong’s Mayor for the next two years by the council group, with Cr Trent Sullivan voted in as Deputy Mayor. Mayor Stephanie Asher has a message for the community: I feel incredibly privileged and honoured to be given the chance to lead this beautiful region once again. I’m humbled, grateful and excited all at the same time. All Victorian councils except one elect the Mayor and Deputy Mayor internally in an open chamber.

07.01.2022 Take only photos, leave only footprints. Parks Victoria has created a great challenge for junior photographers. Head out with the kids and a phone camera to one of our beautiful reserves, and see how many items they can tick off! See the challenge: http://ow.ly/mgzO50BG9XK #EmbraceTheSpace by choosing places and activities where you can safely maintain distance from others. More: http://ow.ly/Nsc450BG9XJ

06.01.2022 Take some time out for yourself this #MentalHealthWeek to focus on what makes you happy. From time in nature to a good cuppa - what simple things bring you joy? Get tips from @Mental Health Australia or our Healthy at Home toolkit: http://ow.ly/OFNu50BMJsl Need help? Lifeline: 13 11 14

06.01.2022 The popular Humans in Geelong Expo has been transformed and will be presented this year as an online event. Be blown away by all the amazing, creative locals in our community who are making a difference! The event starts Sunday 11 October. For more: http://ow.ly/xGLE50BMJvS #EventsGeelong

06.01.2022 Let's keep Greater Geelong safe this summer! When you're relaxing at the beach or park , #embracethespace and remember to keep 1.5 metres apart from anyone you don’t live with. More: http://ow.ly/MrAU50CpOVK

05.01.2022 Our banners are up and we’re wishing the Geelong Cats the very best for this week’s game Go Cats! #WeAreGeelong

05.01.2022 UPDATE FOR GEELONG'S NORTHERN SUBURBS AND LARA: Coronavirus fragments have been detected in wastewater at the Oyster Cove treatment plant in Corio. If you are a... resident or have visited Geelong's northern suburbs or Lara from November 21 to 23, please get tested if you have any symptoms, no matter how mild. Stay home until you have your result. Find a testing site near you: https://dhhs.vic.gov.au/getting-tested See more

04.01.2022 Meet Geelong's sustainable homes and discover how to make your own home more comfortable, cheaper to run and better for the environment! #SustainableHouseDay is moving online this year, find out more from partner Geelong Sustainability: www.geelongsustainability.org.au/shd2020

02.01.2022 What a night! Thanks to everyone who took part in the first ever #GeelongNightofLights last night. Take a look at some of the incredible decorations from homes across the region, lit up iconic buildings and festive celebrations below. If you’re able, don’t forget to support the #GeelongGivingTree Appeal, which aims to raise $100,000 for local families in need http://ow.ly/9M0950Cw9ug... Thanks to our partners Bethany Group - Community Support and Kindergarten Services and bay 93.9 Geelong and supporters Kardinia Park, WorkSafe Victoria, Barwon Water, Geelong Gallery, Transport Accident Commission (TAC) and Geelong Regional Libraries. #GeelongChristmas