November

Members of Balyang Par 3 Golf Course campaigned in opposition to the redevelopment of the unique sporting facility.

Geelong Botanic Gardens’ corpse flower bloomed, with nearly 10,000 people taking the opportunity to view – and smell – the singular plant up close.

Victoria Police announced positive results from its new Crime Reduction Teams, which have been in operation in Geelong since July.

The Geelong Revival Motoring Festival drew about 50,000 people to Geelong Waterfront despite hot conditions.

Stretch Kontelj was elected mayor of the City of Greater Geelong, promising to “make our CBD great again”.