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Community workshops to blitz Boxthorn
Posted 26 May 2023 Community workshops to blitz Boxthorn

The ongoing effort to curb the spread of the invasive African Boxthorn weed continues with three community workshops on how to treat smaller plants being held by the City of Greater Geraldton.

Rocks Laneway boosts community spirit
Posted 24 May 2023 Rocks Laneway boosts community spirit

Rocks Laneway has seen a surge in fun filled activities thanks to a variety of community activations popping up in the space.

Silver for Geraldton second year running
Posted 19 May 2023 Silver for Geraldton second year running

Geraldton has claimed silver in the 2023 7NEWS Top Tourism Town Awards for a second year in a row, coming just short of gold which Mandurah secured whilst bronze was taken out by Collie.

Geraldton celebrates bumper cruise season!
Posted 17 May 2023 Geraldton celebrates bumper cruise season!

More than 11,000 people have visited Geraldton in what has been one of the Midwest’s biggest cruise ship seasons to date!

Millions in capital works projects underway
Posted 15 May 2023 Millions in capital works projects underway

Capital works projects with a combined value of more than $26 million being delivered by the City of Greater Geraldton are providing a huge boost to the local economy.

Entries open for Mid West Art Prize
Posted 11 May 2023 Entries open for Mid West Art Prize

Artists in Western Australia are invited to submit new works for the Mid West Art Prize as it returns to Geraldton Regional Art Gallery (GRAG) later this year.

Lotterywest funds AMC Park Upgrade
Posted 08 May 2023 Lotterywest funds AMC Park Upgrade

A massive upgrade to the AMC Park in Spalding that will significantly change the way the public open space is used has received a substantial Lotterywest grant to complete the works.

Construction of Chapman Road Shared Path begins
Posted 02 May 2023 Construction of Chapman Road Shared Path begins

The City of Greater Geraldton’s active transport network is expanding by an additional 3.5kms with the construction of the long-awaited Chapman Road Shared Path between Sunset Beach and Drummond Cove now underway.

Spalding revitalisation begins
Posted 01 May 2023 Spalding revitalisation begins

Construction of the Spalding Revitalisation Project which includes upgrades to the AMC Park, improvements to the Mitchell Street Community Centre and building new road extensions is underway.

Workforce opportunities to expand with proposed processing plant
Posted 01 May 2023 Workforce opportunities to expand with proposed processing plant

Workforce opportunities in the Midwest are one step closer to expanding with a potential new processing plant planned to be constructed near Mullewa.

New waste transfer station construction begins
Posted 27 April 2023 New waste transfer station construction begins

Dropping rubbish and recycling at the Tip will soon be easier and safer with the construction of a new 20 bay transfer station at the Meru Waste Facility slated to begin in early May 2023.

Youth Week banners shine in Mullewa
Posted 24 April 2023 Youth Week banners shine in Mullewa

Young people have added the latest touch of vibrancy to Mullewa as part of the Youth Week WA Street Banner Renewal Project, which is now on display in Jose Street.

Lone Pine planting honours ANZAC history
Posted 21 April 2023 Lone Pine planting honours ANZAC history

Local prisoners were given the opportunity to commemorate ANZAC Day in a unique way when they took part in a special Lone Pine planting event on Monday 17 April.

Million Trees seedling giveaway
Posted 20 April 2023 Million Trees seedling giveaway

With the arrival of cooler weather, the City of Greater Geraldton is kick starting this year’s planting season by giving away 500 seedlings in support of the Million Trees Project.

Big Sky Short Story Prize returns for 2023
Posted 19 April 2023 Big Sky Short Story Prize returns for 2023

Wordsmiths are encouraged to explore their imagination and showcase their talent by entering the Big Sky Short Story Prize 2023.

Quiet hour to provide low-sensory experience at Aquarena
Posted 19 April 2023 Quiet hour to provide low-sensory experience at Aquarena

A low-sensory experience at the Geraldton Aquarena will soon be available to the community with the trial of a ‘quiet hour’.

Electric vehicle charging stations open in CBD
Posted 17 April 2023 Electric vehicle charging stations open in CBD

Greater Geraldton has joined Australia’s longest electric vehicle (EV) network following the installation of public charging stations in the CBD.

Feedback wanted on Coastal Strategy and Foreshore Management Plan
Posted 13 April 2023 Feedback wanted on Coastal Strategy and Foreshore Management Plan

The community is invited to have their say on a strategy and management plan to conserve, improve and ensure the sustainable management and protection of the City of Greater Geraldton’s natural coastal areas and foreshore recreational spaces.

Young people set to impress at A Day in the Laneway
Posted 12 April 2023 Young people set to impress at A Day in the Laneway

Rocks Laneway will come alive this weekend when some of the Midwest’s most ingenious young people take over the award-winning thoroughfare for A Day in the Laneway.

Events worth checking out in Geraldton this April
Posted 03 April 2023 Events worth checking out in Geraldton this April

Travelling through Geraldton in April? If so, make sure you check out these fantastic events and happenings on your way.

Fall into fun with the Autumn School Holiday Program
Posted 31 March 2023 Fall into fun with the Autumn School Holiday Program

Help the kids burn off all that Easter sugar with yet another action-packed Autumn School Holiday Program!

New City barbecues set to sizzle
Posted 30 March 2023 New City barbecues set to sizzle

Stomachs will be satisfied all throughout the City of Greater Geraldton thanks to the addition of new smart barbecues.

Films on the Foreshore fires up from this Friday
Posted 29 March 2023 Films on the Foreshore fires up from this Friday

A series of family friendly flicks will hit the beach when Films on the Foreshore fires up from this Friday.

Active Travel Officer gets green light
Posted 28 March 2023 Active Travel Officer gets green light

A dedicated Active Travel Officer is one step closer to hitting the pavement in the City of Greater Geraldton thanks to funding from the State Government.

ANZAC Day services to honour the fallen
Posted 28 March 2023 ANZAC Day services to honour the fallen

Community members will be able to pay tribute to those who have fought for our country this ANZAC Day.

Three expressions of interest now open for artists
Posted 24 March 2023 Three expressions of interest now open for artists

The Spalding Revitalisation Project is set to get a healthy injection of creativity with expressions of interests now open for three artists briefs.

Civic Centre celebrates 60-year milestone
Posted 24 March 2023 Civic Centre celebrates 60-year milestone

It was 60 years ago today that the Geraldton Civic Centre was officially opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Chapman Road Activation Trial Stage Two begins
Posted 22 March 2023 Chapman Road Activation Trial Stage Two begins

An extension of the Chapman Road Activation Pilot Project trialling further temporary changes to the street between Cathedral Avenue and Durlacher Street will begin next week.

Greenough to host spectacular event under the stars
Posted 22 March 2023 Greenough to host spectacular event under the stars

A world-class view of the night sky will be the headline act of a special stargazing event taking place in Greenough next month.

Quilts and curiosities to take centre stage at GRAG
Posted 21 March 2023 Quilts and curiosities to take centre stage at GRAG

Two dynamic textile exhibitions will launch this week at Geraldton Regional Art Gallery (GRAG).

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