A chapter defined by major project investment and delivery tells the story of a growing and engaged community in Greater Geelong.
In 2024–25, the City allocated $207.7 million to capital works – more than a third of total budget expenditure – driving improvements in community facilities, transport connections and recreation spaces.
The City of Greater Geelong Annual Report 2024–25 illustrates the variety and volume of the City's work in building, improving and maintaining essential community infrastructure.
Among the highlights of the year was the completion and opening of the Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library in July 2024.
The $21.864 million facility, which has quickly become a vibrant, multipurpose community hub, helped drive a surge in library engagement across the region, including a:
- 12 per cent increase in active library members
- 15 per cent rise in loans
- 14 per cent increase in visits compared to the previous financial year.
Other major projects completed in 2024–25 included the Rippleside Inclusive Playspace, Landy Field track upgrades, the Leopold Tennis Club pavilion, and upgrades at Aldershot Reserve and Lara Recreation Reserve.
Mayor Stretch Kontelj OAM
Our focus is on delivering the infrastructure that keeps pace with our rapid growth. Every new library, playspace and sports facility helps create stronger neighbourhoods and brings people together.
The report acknowledges the completed projects, and recognises more construction and planning underway.
Beyond the big-ticket items, the report also showcases the City's commitment to sustainable growth and environmental responsibility through its day-to-day residential services.
- By the numbers, this included:
- 201,800 residential bins emptied weekly
- 34,230 hard waste collections
- 55.7 kilometres of road resurfaced
- 35,000 maintenance activities completed across roads, paths, signage, drainage and street furniture
- 180,000 urban trees managed
- 14,000 tonnes of compost distributed to more than 40 local businesses and farms.
Executive Director City Infrastructure James Stirton
These numbers demonstrate the scale, variety and consistency of our work. From a new landmark like Biyal-a to a Thursday night bin collection, it's all important. Every project and piece of work helps to build a thriving community.
Read the full City of Greater Geelong Annual Report 2024–25 .
