The City of Greater Geelong kicked off a new initiative this week aimed at bringing the community together.
Yesterday the City hosted the first of its Lunch on the Lawns Summer Series, with community members gathering to support local traders, eat lunch and relax on the lawns outside Wurriki Nyal while listening to live music.
Mayor Stretch Kontelj said the initiative was all about bringing people together and letting the community enjoy the City’s Civic Precinct.
“The revitalisation of central Geelong has been a key priority of mine, and one of the themes identified in last year’s forums has been the need for activation of what we already have,” he said.
“Following the overwhelming success of the Geelong City Market, I want to do something on weekdays, which is why we are activating our lawns on Thursdays in February.”
“It’s going to be amazing to see workers from the surrounding buildings and the broader community come together and enjoy some live music and summer treats while supporting local businesses and musical talent.”
Prior to the first event yesterday, local musician Matt Baird said he was looking forward to “bringing the summer vibes to the Wurriki Nyal lawns and seeing the community coming together in Central Geelong”.
“This is a great thing for central Geelong, and I hope everyone gets behind it,” he said.
More free Lunch on the Lawns events will be held on 12, 19 and 26 February noon to 2pm at Wurriki Nyal, 137-149 Mercer St, Geelong.
