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Future proofing Greenough Museum and Gardens
Posted 18 September 2024 Future proofing Greenough Museum and Gardens

Greenough Museum and Gardens is looking fantastic following extensive works by local trades people that have future proofed the State Registered heritage building for generations to come.

Council supports grant applications for iconic local sporting venues
Posted 17 September 2024 Council supports grant applications for iconic local sporting venues

A duo of beloved Midwest recreation venues are one step closer to upgrading their facilities following unanimous Council decisions to support their funding applications to the State Government’s Community Sporting & Recreation Facilities Fund (CSRFF) July Small Grant Round.

Spring into fun these school holidays
Posted 17 September 2024 Spring into fun these school holidays

Spring has arrived, along with some brand-new additions to the always popular School Holiday Program!

City upgrades African Reef cycle path
Posted 13 September 2024 City upgrades African Reef cycle path

An upgrade to the cycle path located behind the African Reef Hotel that connects Upton Court to Willcock Drive will begin on Monday 16 September 2024.

Big Sky tickets now available and Short Story Prize finalists announced
Posted 12 September 2024 Big Sky tickets now available and Short Story Prize finalists announced

Tickets are now available for this year’s Big Sky Readers and Writers Festival which will play host to yet another incredible line-up of local, state and interstate authors, storytellers, poets and creatives.

Osprey pair gets new nest at Drummond Cove
Posted 11 September 2024 Osprey pair gets new nest at Drummond Cove

An Osprey pair sighted around the Drummond Cove foreshore have been provided with a new nesting site atop a recently decommissioned power pole.

Airport microgrid tender awarded
Posted 11 September 2024 Airport microgrid tender awarded

Geraldton is one step closer to having the first airport in the southern hemisphere to be powered purely by renewable energy.

New inflatable fun at Geraldton Aquarena
Posted 11 September 2024 New inflatable fun at Geraldton Aquarena

Visits to the Geraldton Aquarena just became even more fun following the facility’s recent acquisition of a brand new SMIFF (Small Inflatable Fun Factory).

Feedback wanted on plan to upgrade the Youth Precinct
Posted 09 September 2024 Feedback wanted on plan to upgrade the Youth Precinct

The City of Greater Geraldton is seeking feedback on a draft concept masterplan to upgrade the aged Youth Precinct on the Foreshore that features exciting activities for young people.

Locals shine in new GRAG exhibitions
Posted 06 September 2024 Locals shine in new GRAG exhibitions

Midwest artists will be solely on display at the Geraldton Regional Art Gallery for the next few months as two exhibitions launch next week.

Celebrate the magic of Christmas on the Terrace
Posted 06 September 2024 Celebrate the magic of Christmas on the Terrace

Christmas on the Terrace promises yet another magical celebration of the holiday season when it returns to Geraldton’s CBD for another year.

Nominate a Local Legend for a Community Citizen of the Year Award
Posted 30 August 2024 Nominate a Local Legend for a Community Citizen of the Year Award

Residents in Geraldton and Mullewa will have the opportunity to celebrate the work of their peers, with nominations now open for the 2025 Community Citizen of the Year Awards.

Geraldton youth recognised in local writing competition
Posted 30 August 2024 Geraldton youth recognised in local writing competition

Geraldton students came out in force this year with almost 500 entries submitted in the esteemed Randolph Stow Young Writers Awards.

Get prepared for bushfire season
Posted 30 August 2024 Get prepared for bushfire season

The rainy season may not be over yet, but the City of Greater Geraldton are reminding residents that it's time to start getting their properties ready for the coming bushfire season.

Passport 2 Employment stamped for departure
Posted 28 August 2024 Passport 2 Employment stamped for departure

Select students from local high schools will spend the next nine weeks learning valuable skills as part of the Passport 2 Employment Class of 2024.

We will rock you Geraldton – Battle of the Bands returns this Father’s Day
Posted 27 August 2024 We will rock you Geraldton – Battle of the Bands returns this Father’s Day

Geraldton is set to come alive on Sunday 1 September as Queens Park Theatre hosts the highly anticipated Battle of the Bands 2024.

Midwest tragedies reignite calls for emergency helicopter
Posted 23 August 2024 Midwest tragedies reignite calls for emergency helicopter

Midwest local governments are increasing pressure for an emergency helicopter service following several regional tragedies.

Cruise ship arrival update
Posted 23 August 2024 Cruise ship arrival update

Four cruise ships including two inaugural visits are slated to pull into Geraldton to round out 2024.

Oklahoma City Thunders Alex Ducas interview with City of Greater
Posted 16 August 2024 Oklahoma City Thunders Alex Ducas interview with City of Greater Geraldton Mayor Jerry Clune

Jerry Clune - City of Greater Geraldton Mayor recently caught up with Oklahoma City Thunder player and Geraldton local Alex Ducas to discuss his time in Geraldton, California, Oklahoma City and getting into the NBA!

Big Sky Readers and Writers Festival 2024 lineup announced
Posted 15 August 2024 Big Sky Readers and Writers Festival 2024 lineup announced

A stellar lineup of writers and story tellers will descend on Geraldton this October when Big Sky Readers and Writers Festival returns.

HMAS Sydney II Memorial Wardens reappointed
Posted 14 August 2024 HMAS Sydney II Memorial Wardens reappointed

Geraldton’s premier tourist attraction the HMAS Sydney II Memorial will welcome the return of Warden Peter (Spike) Jones and Deputy Warden Warren Nathan following Council reaffirming their terms for a further two years.

Paddles up for the 30th GYC Dragon Boat Classic
Posted 13 August 2024 Paddles up for the 30th GYC Dragon Boat Classic

Ultimate boating bragging rights will be up for grabs when the Geraldton Yacht Club (GYC) Dragon Boat Classic returns to the Geraldton Foreshore on Sunday 29 September.

Late Night Basketball a slam dunk for young people
Posted 13 August 2024 Late Night Basketball a slam dunk for young people

Late Night Basketball returned to Activewest Stadium on Friday night with a new look and a record number of participants.

Residents encouraged to report potholes
Posted 12 August 2024 Residents encouraged to report potholes

Community members are being urged to report any potholes they encounter to help keep our streets safe while maintaining road quality.

Pitch funding announcement a big hit with local cricketers
Posted 07 August 2024 Pitch funding announcement a big hit with local cricketers

One of Geraldton’s most beloved sporting facilities will be getting a facelift thanks to a recent funding announcement from the Australian Cricket Infrastructure Fund.

QEII Centre goes from strength to strength
Posted 06 August 2024 QEII Centre goes from strength to strength

Geraldton’s beloved Queen Elizabeth II Seniors and Community Centre has come out on top with the annual survey of attendees revealing overwhelmingly positive feedback about the programs, facilities and amenities on offer.

City officers celebrated
Posted 06 August 2024 City officers celebrated

City of Greater Geraldton officers Sheri Moulds and Katelyn Reece’s hard work and dedication were acknowledged on Friday night at separate awards ceremonies in Perth.

How ready are you for an emergency or disaster?
Posted 02 August 2024 How ready are you for an emergency or disaster?

Have you got a plan for when a bushfire comes close to your home, or the next cyclone or heatwave hits the City?

Geraldton becomes an owl friendly city
Posted 01 August 2024 Geraldton becomes an owl friendly city

The City of Greater Geraldton has declared itself “owl friendly” with Council voting unanimously to protect birds of prey by using and promoting the use of first generation rodenticides to the community.

City expresses disappointment over Rex Airlines entering voluntary
Posted 31 July 2024 City expresses disappointment over Rex Airlines entering voluntary administration

Rex Airlines announcement that it has entered voluntary administration has been met with disappointment by the City of Greater Geraldton as yet another regional airline reduces its services.

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