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Berrybank Wind Farm Officially Open For Business

The 180-megawatt Berrybank Wind Farm has officially opened, and with the potential to generate enough energy to power every home in greater Geelong it will help Victoria meet its clean energy targets. Owned by Global Power Generation, it is one of the large-scale renewable energy projects supported under the Victorian Government’s Renewable Energy Target reverse […]

First sod turned on Forrest’s Barwon Flow Trails

Colac Otway Shire Council has welcomed Secretary for Regional Victoria Danielle Green to Forrest for the turning of the first sod on the Forrest Barwon Flow Trails, which is supported by $500,000 from the Regional Infrastructure Fund and will be designed and constructed by Australian company and world-leading trail builder Dirt Art. The development of […]

Next Steps To Develop An International Tourism Icon

The appointment of award-winning architects to design the first phase of the Twelve Apostles Precinct is set to enhance the region’s appeal as a world-class tourism destination. Federal Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts, the Hon Paul Fletcher MP, and Victorian Minister for Regional Development, the Hon Mary-Anne Thomas MP, have announced […]

Hydrogen transport future for Geelong

Australia’s first public commercial hydrogen refuelling station will be built at Geelong’s Viva Energy plant. The service station, which is expected to open in late 2023, will play a critical role in reducing diesel emissions in heavy transport vehicles. Viva Energy’s $43.3 million project will include 15 hydrogen electric heavy vehicles, including prime movers, buses […]

A Regional Led Bid For The 2026 Commonwealth Games

The Victorian Government has signed a Heads of Agreement with the Commonwealth Games Federation and Commonwealth Games Australia to enter exclusive negotiations to bring the 2026 Commonwealth Games to the state – with a vision to deliver a model of Games unprecedented in the competition’s history. Premier Daniel Andrews and the Minister for Tourism, Sport […]

Golden Plains Settlement Strategy funded

Golden Plains Shire Council has secured $315,751 from the Victorian Government to undertake the Golden Plains Settlement Strategy. Of the 27 successful projects funded under the Victorian Planning Authority’s Streamlining for Growth program, Golden Plains Shire secured the largest grant, which will support Golden Plains Council to provide a clear direction for growth in the […]

Protecting The Bellarine Peninsula’s Distinctive Character

A draft Statement of Planning Policy for the Bellarine Peninsula has been referred to an Independent Standing Committee by Planning Minister Richard Wynne. The committee will advise on whether the protected settlement boundaries in the draft SPP are appropriate and whether amendments to those proposed boundaries should be made. Key features of the draft SPP […]

Major works complete on Waurn Ponds Station upgrade

Passengers will soon benefit from more frequent and reliable train services with the completion of major works on the Waurn Ponds Station upgrade. Commissioning and critical safety testing is now taking place to enable additional services to run on the Warrnambool Rail Line. The Waurn Ponds Station upgrade includes a transformed main entrance to give […]

Northern Aquatic and Community Hub construction underway

Construction is underway on the Northern Aquatic and Community Hub (NACH) project in Norlane. This is a major milestone in the progress of the landmark community facility that has the capacity to change lives and outcomes for the residents in Geelong’s northern suburbs. Co-located with Barwon Health North, there will be a unique opportunity for the […]

Queenscliff Ferry Terminal sailing ahead

The $15.9 million redevelopment of the Queenscliff Ferry Terminal is taking shape with the foundations and cement poured for the ground floor and level one. The project is on track for completion later this year and will improve services between Queenscliff and Sorrento offering passengers a world class, enjoyable experience with modern facilities and bathrooms, […]