The City is preparing to reopen playgrounds and outdoor pools across Greater Geelong from next week, in line with the easing of some restrictions in regional Victoria.
Regional Victoria will move to the 'Second Step' of the Victorian Government's roadmap from 14 September.
Following changes to outdoor activity,playgrounds can reopen, with visitors urged to maintain physical distancing and keep at least 1.5 metres apart from others.
Outdoor pools will also be able to operate, with limits to be placed on the use of the facilities.
The City is awaiting further information on the Victorian Government's directions, including density requirements, before finalising details of Kardinia Aquatic Centre's reopening.
Options for opening Lara Aquatic Centre ahead of its normal season launch in November are also being considered.
A number of facilities, such as Swim, Sport and Leisure centres, indoor sport and recreation stadiums and cultural venues, are required to remain closed under the Second Step restrictions.
The City has started preparations for the potential move to the Third Step on the roadmap, which the Government has indicated will not come into effect before 28 September.
Planning work is focused on supporting our retail, accommodation and hospitality businesses - who would experience an easing of restrictions under the Third Step – in recognition of the ongoing hardship small businesses across the region are facing.
Council has delivered $12.8 million worth of financial hardship and support measures since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
