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During the second half of 2025, the Committee for Geelong undertook a significant piece of work; developing a Regional Risk Profile for Geelong. This is the first time we’ve brought together a structured, forward‑looking picture of the risks that could shape Geelong’s trajectory, and equally, the risks we face if we choose not to act.

2026 marks the start of an exciting new chapter for Geelong. With world-class events, vibrant waterfront development, and a continued growth in population and tourism on the horizon, our city is in a stronger position than ever to welcome the world to our doorstep. And there’s an opportunity for everyone to be part of it... if we're ready to.

Jeremy Crawford, Leanne Down, Matt Marais, Stretch Kontelj, Josh Gilligan Dave Morland, Peter Dorling, Michael Johnston Leaders from across Greater Geelong and Wyndham City have joined forces to advocate for major investment in Avalon Airport and its surrounding industrial precinct in the lead-up to the 2026 Victorian Election. The City of Greater Geelong, alongside the City of Wyndham, Committee for Geelong, Committee for Wyndham, and Geelong Chamber of Commerce are calling

When reflecting on what this year has meant for all of us in Geelong and across Victoria, the impact of road trauma is never far from my mind.

Greater Geelong Mayor Stretch Kontelj OAM and Committee for Geelong chief executive Michael Johnston have welcomed the new Victorian Leader of the Opposition Jess Wilson MP to Geelong today.   With less than a year remaining until the 2026 Victorian election, the visit allowed for the City and the Committee to present the region's key priorities to the opposition, with the Geelong Chamber of Commerce and other business leaders in attendance.   Ms Wilson was also joined the ne

The Committee for Geelong proudly announced Lino Bisinella as the recipient of the 2025 Frank Costa Leadership Award, at the Future Geelong Leadership Awards on Tuesday 25 November

The Committee for Geelong is proud to announce the launch of a new documentary episode, Moving to Geelong, created in partnership with emerging filmmaker Luke Buesnel.

When I accepted the role of Chair of the Committee for Geelong at the end of 2019, I could never have imagined the global disruption that would soon follow. The COVID-19 pandemic was not on my radar—but it quickly became the defining challenge of my early tenure.

Hello Geelong, I’m Tanya Bennett, Back to Back Theatre’s new Executive Producer and Co-CEO. For those who don’t know me yet, here’s a little about my journey so far.

The Committee for Geelong is proud to announce the appointment of Rebecca Bartel as Chair and Brett Winter as Deputy Chair, following the organisation’s 25th Annual General Meeting held on Thursday, 6 November 2025.   In a historic milestone for the organisation, Rebecca Bartel has been appointed Chair of the Committee for Geelong, becoming the first woman to hold the position. As Executive Director, Strategic Partnerships at Deakin University, Rebecca brings more than 25 yea

Committee for Geelong (CfG) Chair Clive Pugh will officially step down from his role at the organisation’s 25th Annual General Meeting, to be held this Thursday 6 November 2025.

Every Victorian worker deserves to return home safely at the end of the day. This is a principle that drives everything we do at WorkSafe, and it’s why Health and Safety Month is such an important moment on our calendar to drive conversations about workplace safety.