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Program needs Funding
In the aftermath of the recent Victorian election, our city region is again represented by Labor...
Matt Vs Dan – The Victorian Election
On the eve of the Victorian Election, the polls are tightening. Political pundits are assuming a...
The business of women’s sport
It was a joy to attend the first final played by Geelong’s AFLW team on Saturday. While the result...
A new model of prosperity for all
“Australians know this is a time of great challenge and change. The global economy teeters again,...
Geelong at one million
During September and October, the Committee for Geelong has held a series of member workshops for...
Inspirational moments of a community leader
The AFL Grand Final last Saturday afternoon had many memorable moments. Moments that showed the...
Queen epitomised humble leadership
The death of Queen Elizabeth II has dominated our news services for the several days. As the...
Metro 2 a vital part of Geelong Faster Rail
Being an advocate during an election year always provides a unique insight into what is deemed...
The creative economy is a key future driver
Can Geelong be a globally recognised creative city? Back in 2015, I founded not for profit...
Game On for Games Investment
Like many people I am following the progress of our athletes at the Commonwealth Games with added...
Once in a generation project to position Geelong to the world
Recently released 2021 Census data shows that the City of Greater Geelong’s population grew by...
Planning Key to City’s Livability
Last week I was able to visit Newcastle as a member of the Gateway Cities Alliance. This Alliance...
Naidoc Week – Committee for Djilang
In my Opinion Piece in the Geelong Advertiser last October, I suggested that to show commitment...
The story of all of us
Last week, a new unified place brand for Geelong was launched. Backed by 16 leading local organisations who form the Vision Partner Group, this brand supports key aspirations of the community-led Clever and Creative 30-year vision for our region.
Investing in Games legacy
Planned infrastructure, we can be rightly excited and proud at this opportunity to showcase our region. How we leverage being a hub for the Commonwealth Games and ensure the infrastructure developed is a positive legacy for the region is the challenge.
Fighting for our way of life
Living in Australia, our daily challenges cannot compare to those in Ukraine, yet we still should demand leaders who are resilient and can unite and support us in times of uncertainty.
A question of prosperity
articipation of half our population in the economy and community does us all a disservice. And it is a direct cost to our economy.
Convention Centre jewel in deal crown
Opinion Editorial: For the past two years, we have significantly changed the way we live and work,...
Time for Rest & Reflection
Opinion Editorial: THIS year was certainly not what many of us expected. With hopes for a "Covid...
Embracing Our Creativity
Opinion Editorial: During lockdown periods, many of us drew comfort and joy from reading books,...
Giving voice to Djilang
Opinion Editorial: With a Federal election looming, the Committee for Geelong has been meeting...
Take Care on the Road to Recovery
Opinion Editorial - Jennifer Cromarty, Committee for Geelong CEO While we await an announcement...
Caring for our future leaders
Imagine being a young person in early 2020. You might have...
State’s Covid hub provides hope as we confront new normal
Opinion Editorial – Jennifer Cromarty, Committee for Geelong CEO Last week, I flew to Canberra for...
CBD must adapt to life after pandemic
Recent media reports have highlighted the financial challenges faced by Geelong retailers and...
Communities building better ways to work in the new normal
If the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that the old industrial model of place-based, 9-5pm...
Graduates urged to be champions for those without voice
The Committee for Geelong’s Annual Leadership Award recipient Elaine Carbines AM has challenged...
Seize challenge and change for future
Last July, I wrote about focusing on positive actions we could take during months of lockdown to...
Being able to respond to change quickly is the key to success
What does the future hold? We ask this question as a new year approaches, reflecting on a year...
Blueprint shows how we can increase Geelong’s resilience
For most of 2020, the Committee for Geelong has been working with Honorary Professor Louise...
Trackless trams would suit our city
It seems like a lifetime ago, but this time last year a delegation organised by the Committee for...
The greater good trumps politics
(Image source: abc.net.au) During the pandemic, we have seen politicians from all sides come...
Our Door’s Open
As we absorb the news from the Premier on Sunday, regional Victoria can be rightly proud of its...
What new norm of work will look like
From a cursory reading of behavioural psychology literature, it takes a little over two months for...
How to keep hope alive
As Victoria faces the anguish of new lockdowns and our borders closing, anxiety about the pandemic...
United Together as Djilang
“I am a proud Wadawurrung woman. Today is about peace among our people and to lead by good example...
Safe Port in an economic storm
“For over 150 years the Port of Geelong has been an integral part of the economic and social...
Rebooting Our Economy
Geelong needs to work together to position itself for a re-boot of the economy – in whatever form or timeframe that takes.
Coming together, while staying apart
The juxtaposition of messages from our medical experts and government leaders is stark. “We are in...
Funding Our Growth
In last week’s Geelong Advertiser, it was reported that “Geelong is missing out on hundreds of...
Leadership – Serving Our Community
Whether in business, government or not for profit organisations, our leadership styles are...
Transport For Our Future
It has been a busy and fruitful 12 months since I started as the CEO of the Committee for Geelong...
A Gateway To City’s Growth
Last week the Committee for Geelong was in Canberra with the Minister for Population, Cities and...
Meeting The Challenge Facing Retail
Ten years ago I was asked by the City of Greater Geelong to speak at a forum about the state of...
New Model of Prosperity
What does is it mean to have a prosperous Geelong? For many people, prosperity equals wealth but...
Water, Waste and Our Future
Last week I presented to the Vision Partners Forum at City Hall. This Forum included key...
Geelong at one million – are we ready?
Last week the Regional Australia Institute released its ‘Regional Population Growth – Are we...
Shared future for all – Recognising First Nations People
Last week, the nation celebrated NAIDOC week and the history, culture and achievements of...
Future of Work
People are the key to our future. Its people and their creativity, ingenuity and passion that...
People Over Politics
“Tonight, it’s not about me. It’s not even about the Liberal Party. Tonight is about every single...
Northern ARC – Turning Point for Change
The Committee for Geelong has recently held events with Federal MPs to brief members on key issues...
A creative city is good for business
Refrigeration, the Hills Hoist and Australia’s beloved Ute… Geelong is no stranger to innovation...
Time for Community to Lead
Last week I attended the Committee for Geelong’s Annual Leadership Breakfast – the first in my...
Dear Geelong, Let’s Do This!
In 2013, I published a short letter titled ‘Dear Geelong, Don’t be Sad’. I detailed my time as a...