G21 acknowledges and pays its respects to Wadawurrung, Gulidjan and Gadubanud Elders past, present and emerging.
We recognise their deep connection to the lands and waterways across the G21 region.
We acknowledge their custodianship for thousands of years, their advocacy and continuing care of country.
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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 […]
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, […]
The revitalisation of Geelong’s CBD is one step closer to completion, with another stage of the Green Spine project delivered. The section on the north side between Gheringhap and Moorabool Streets is complete, providing a grand entry to the Green Spine from Johnstone Park and the Geelong Station Precinct. It features almost 3,000 new trees […]
The much-anticipated Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCEC) will receive an additional $120 million to include a luxury 200-room hotel, retail and commercial outlets. The extra funding builds on the existing $141 million commitment from the Victorian Government, $30 million from the Australian Government and $3 million from the City of Greater Geelong – bringing […]
Workers will be able to camp in tents on private property this summer as the accommodation and labour shortage facing our region reaches crisis point. Temporary worker accommodation permits will allow workers camp or reside at homes and businesses within Colac Otway Shire between 1 November and 30 April each holiday season, while in the […]
The Great Ocean Road Authority has a new home in Torquay, with its headquarters officially opened by Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change Lily D’Ambrosio last Wednesday. The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority has already started delivering upgrades to caravan park facilities, new beach access stairs, walkways, ramps, and lookouts. A dedicated […]
It has been an exciting fortnight for clean energy investment in G21 with three major projects getting underway. The Big Battery at Moorabool was turned on, approval was granted for the largest wind farm in the southern hemisphere and GeelongPort showed ambition and leadership by announcing a $100m investment in a new green hydrogen hub. […]
G21 congratulates the Federal Government on the announcement of a $1 billion contract with Hanwha Defense Australia to establish operations in Geelong. Our region’s advanced manufacturing credentials played a key role in securing this significant project. The government will partner with Hanwha to create an Armoured Vehicle Centre of Excellence, creating 300 jobs in our […]
A State Government action plan will better protect the Barwon River and other important rivers in the region in an innovative approach to waterways management. The Barre Warre Yulluk Action Plan (the Rivers of Barwon) identifies seven directions and 30 actions to protect the region’s waterways. Over the next five years the action plan will […]
Colac Otway Shire Council have agreed to flexibility in administering a temporary worker accommodation initiative for local businesses, which will see workers able to camp with a valid permit on land outside those normally designated as campgrounds. The permit will be issued under Colac Otway Shire General Local Law No. 2 and will allow a […]