City of Greater Geelong

Today, our CEO Ali Wastie joined other local employers and the Geelong Aboriginal Employment Taskforce to drive generational change for First Nations peoples in the Geelong region. The taskforce signed a statement committing to improving and increasing sustainable employment and career development outcomes for First Nations peoples by working collaboratively with all levels of government and businesses operating on Wadawurrung Country. The event took place at Johnstone Park, with a beautiful Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony by Wadawurrung Traditional Owner Corrina Eccles.

The site of Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre was a known place of baierr (gathering) for Wadawurrung People, all throughout the year to yarn, celebrate, share songs and dance, to trade, make decisions, solve problems and pass on knowledge. Join the discussion Nyaal Banyul: A Place of Baierr, showcasing the co-design process with Traditional Owners to embed Wadawurrung Culture into Nyaal Banyul with panel members from the design team, Wadawurrung Traditional Owners and the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust. 📅 Thursday 28 November 2024 ⏰4:30pm-5:30pm 📍Podium Room 1 + 2, Wurriki Nyal, 137-149 Mercer St, Geelong 🆓 🎟 via geelong.link/GDW This event is part of Geelong Design Week 2024, an initiative of Geelong UNESCO City of Design and the City of Greater Geelong. Geelong Design Week until Saturday 30 November. #geelongdesignweek2024 #geelongdesignweek #unescodesigncity #unescodesigncities #cityofgreatergeelong #artsgeelong #Eventsgeelong

Nominations are now open for the 2025 Women in Community Life Awards. 🏆 The awards recognise and celebrate local women for their achievements in contributing to a fairer, more equitable community. For more information and to submit a nomination, visit our website 👉 geelong.link/WICL Nominations close on Friday, 13 December with winners announced at the City of Greater Geelong's International Women's Day event on Wednesday, 5 March 2025.

Join us when internationally renowned speaker Ashleigh Morris shares her expertise on circularity and its transformative potential in Circularity and the Future of Geelong. 📅Tuesday 26 November 2024 ⏰2:00pm-3:00pm 📍Podium Room 1, Wurriki Nyal, 137-149 Mercer St, Geelong 🆓 🎟 via geelong.link/GDW Ashleigh will illuminate the critical shift from "silos to systems" thinking, emphasising the importance of designing for disassembly and highlighting the value of circularity for nature, society, the economy, and organisations. Following Ashleigh's presentation, we’ll dive into a dynamic panel discussion with some of Geelong's brightest minds in the circular economy. Together, we’ll explore groundbreaking ideas that push the boundaries of modular housing, innovative battery solutions, and renewable energy. This is a unique opportunity to engage with leaders who are shaping the future of sustainable practices and to rethink our approach to these critical challenges. Be part of an engaging conversation that could redefine our understanding of circularity and inspire new solutions for a sustainable future! Panellists: 👉🏼Dr Shama Islam, Deakin University 👉🏼Pat Blampied, Sequence Digital/Rhino Instruments 👉🏼 Matthias Weiss, FormFlow This event is part of Geelong Design Week 2024, an initiative of Geelong UNESCO City of Design and the City of Greater Geelong Geelong Design Week until Saturday 30 November. #geelongdesignweek2024 #geelongdesignweek #unescodesigncity #unescodesigncities #cityofgreatergeelong #artsgeelong #Eventsgeelong

Unlocking Geelong’s Potential Through Strategic Design 📣 The City of Greater Geelong is the proud principal sponsor of Design Thinking Geelong: Strategic Design for Community Leaders - an event focused on addressing growth challenges and unlocking new opportunities for our region. Strategic design blends design thinking with strategic planning to provide innovative solutions for complex problems. It’s about fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, embracing a human-centred approach, and viewing systems holistically to drive meaningful change. Our CEO, Ali Wastie, will share her insights in the morning panel session, exploring how strategic design can empower Geelong’s future. The event features a dynamic panel discussion and Q&A, led by David Spear (Spearhead), Lisa Bennetto (Fruitful), and Lauren Carnegie (Committee for Geelong). Delegates will delve into the theory and practice of strategic design, discussing its potential to drive growth in Geelong. The panel includes: - Ali Wastie: CEO, City of Greater Geelong - Dr. David Halliwell: Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Deakin University - Michael Johnston: CEO, Committee for Geelong - Tracey Slatter: CEO, TAC; Chair, Barwon Regional Partnership The day concludes with networking, showcasing workshop outcomes, and the launch of the Geelong Design Leaders Forum. 🗓 26 November 🕘 9:00am - 12:30pm 🕔 5:30pm - 7:00pm 📍 Deakin University, Geelong Waterfront Campus, School of Architecture and Built Environment 👉 Secure your place today – spaces are limited! https://lnkd.in/gXaK9Jmv

Curious about the design process in bringing to life the story of sport in a museum context? Book in for Co-designing Geelong Sports Museum: A Winning Team. Join the design team at Geelong Sports Museum and hear about the power of strong co-design processes. 📅 Wednesday 27 November 2024 ⏰ 5:00pm-6:30pm 📍Geelong Sports Museum Kardinia Park, 380 Moorabool St, South Geelong 🎟 via geelong.link/GDW Learn what collaborative tools helped harness diverse ideas and extract the best storytelling for the Museum. This event is part of Geelong Design Week 2024, an initiative of Geelong UNESCO City of Design and the City of Greater Geelong Geelong Design Week continues until Saturday 30 November. #geelongdesignweek2024 #geelongdesignweek #unescodesigncity #unescodesigncities #cityofgreatergeelong #artsgeelong #Eventsgeelong

This Thursday, our leaders came together to explore the culture we want to create to support our purpose and strategy. The room buzzed with powerful questions and meaningful conversations, underscored by a spirit of deep listening and collaboration. Our CEO, Ali Wastie, shared her excitement to see the event unfold: "This is something I’ve been wanting to see happen since my first day at the City. We have leaders working across childcare centres, works depots, offices, gardens, waste sites, community centres, and more. Connecting in forums like this ensures our work reflects the richness of our diverse organisation and the communities we serve." Moments like these remind us how important it is to come together, share insights, and align on the journey ahead.

Ever wondered how innovative design can bring new life to Geelong’s historic buildings? 🏫 Join Cameron Hamilton, Managing Director of Hamilton Group, as he shares insights on the challenges and opportunities of repurposing heritage buildings. Learn how this approach preserves Geelong’s architectural identity while adapting to our evolving city. 🛠️ As part of Geelong Design Week, discover the unique stories behind our iconic buildings and how they shape our city’s culture for generations to come. 🏛 📍 Podium Room 1, Wurriki Nyal, 137-149 Mercer St, Geelong 📅 Monday, 25 November 🕙 10am-11am This is a free event, however, to ensure you don’t miss out please book your ticket by going to 👉 https://lnkd.in/gYBMyB4V

CEO Ali Wastie had the incredible opportunity to address industry leaders at the UDIA Geelong Summit yesterday. This event, held in the heart of Geelong, brought together experts, developers, and government representatives to discuss the future of urban development in the region. Highlights from the summit included insightful discussions on critical topics such as: 🏘️ The future of housing supply and affordability in the region, with a special focus on how planning reforms and infrastructure investment will drive sustainable growth. 🌱 The importance of environmental sustainability in development, and the role innovative solutions play in balancing growth with responsible land use. 🔑 Partnerships and collaboration between developers, local councils, and government bodies to ensure Geelong continues to thrive as a vibrant and inclusive city. 🏡 Panel discussions which included managers Margie McKay and Jacqueline Randles discussing the future of Geelong, the challenges and opportunities the City need to consider and working towards a common vision for a future In addition to the summit, our CEO's recent opinion piece was featured in the Geelong Advertiser 📰 which discussed the urgent need for bold action on housing supply and the role of the private sector in addressing the housing crisis. The piece emphasised the importance of streamlining planning processes and leveraging technological advancements to meet the growing demand for homes in the region. The discussions at the summit, coupled with the ongoing conversations in the media, show that now is the time for innovation and collaboration to shape the future of Geelong's urban landscape. We are excited to be part of this important conversation and look forward to continuing our work in delivering high-quality, sustainable communities across the region.

CEO Ali Wastie spoke at last night's annual FedCats event in Parliament House hosted by Deputy Prime Minister and Member for Corio Richard Marles and Senator Sarah Henderson. Joined by Gerard Griffin CEO Kardinia Park Stadium, Ali and Gerard spoke of the unique opportunities for Kardinia Park to evolve into even more than what it is to meet the future needs of our growing population. Thanks to Geelong Cats for the opportunity.