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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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Central Geelong Revitalisation

PROJECT / Transport & Planning Pillar

Central Geelong is one of Australia’s most historic locations and the engine room of  the G21 economy – an important centre for business, retail, hospitality, arts, culture, health and education.

For thousands of years, it was a significant gathering place for the Wadawurrung people and remains so to this day.

It became a pivotal business hub during the 1850’s Gold Rush, headquarters of the wool industry and the nation’s manufacturing capital. It is home to the AFL’s famous Geelong Cats.

Central Geelong’s fortunes have fluctuated in recent decades. A dedicated program, Revitalising Central Geelong, is  in place to help restore its commercial, residential and cultural vibrancy.

Plans are underway to encourage more residents to live in the city centre, with a target of 12,000 people by 2050.

The City of Greater Geelong is building a new civic precinct in the heart of the city which will provide modern public gathering spaces.

Greening and beautification of Geelong’s broad boulevards, linking of footpaths and walkways, revamped laneways, bicycle lanes and activation of the waterfront will enhance the city’s liveability.

Delivery of the new convention centre on the waterfront – the centrepiece of the Geelong City Deal – will activate the visitor economy and has already accelerated investment in new tourist accommodation.

Transport corridors around, into and out of the city will also be critical to the success of central Geelong’s revitalisation.

What G21 needs

Required from government:

  • $5 million to continue the successful implementation of the Revitalising Central Geelong Action Plan to 2026.
  • Inclusion of the Geelong Station Masterplan in the Geelong Fast Rail planning and business case.
  • Funding to deliver the remaining stages of the Malop Street Green Spine (Bellerine Street to Eastern Gardens).

A commitment to embed GROW training, employment and procurement principles in all government projects  within the region.

Central Geelong Revitalisation

PROJECT RESOURCES

  •  Revitalising Central Geelong Action Plan

PROJECT NEWS

CITY DEAL EXPANDING GEELONG'S NETWORK OF LANEWAYS

Transport & Planning Pillar 21/09/2020
Geelong’s network of laneways will be further expanded with a new pathway set to begin construction next year. As part of the $370 million Geelon ...
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NATIONAL AWARD FOR MALOP STREET GREEN SPINE

Planning and Services Pillar 20/11/2019
The Malop Street Green Spine project is receiving high praise across the country. The joint local-state government initiative was a winner in the C ...
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ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS FOR CENTRAL GEELONG

Planning and Services Pillar 19/02/2019
Geelong residents with disability and mobility issues will benefit from access improvements around the city. Key locations in central Geelong are u ...
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55-67 Ryrie St, Geelong VIC 3220
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G21 acknowledges our region’s Traditional Owners, the Wadawarrung and Eastern Maar people who have cared for this land for thousands of years. Sharing the beauty and joy of these lands and waterways is a privilege; we pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future.
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