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The Best Western Admiralty Inn is located in the heart of Geelong, within walking distance of shopping plazas, hospitals, Skilled Stadium, restaurants, train stations and the Geelong waterfront. The Admiralty provides 40 suites consisting of standard, superior and deluxe spa accommodation, suited for both short and long term stays. There is a licensed restaurant on site, a breakfast room, guest laundry, free courtyard parking and a swimming pool. Fast and free wireless internet is also on offer. Best Western Admiralty Inn has recently undertaken room renovations. All suites have queen size beds, private ensuites, flat screen televisions with free Foxtel, toasters and tea and coffee making facilities. Family suites are also available. For the tourist, Admiralty is ideally located to take advantage of everything Geelong and the surrounding areas have to offer. Whether it be the abundant wineries, the Great Ocean Road or simply relaxing on the beautiful beaches the Admiralty makes a perfect base from which to enjoy it all. For the business traveller the Admiralty is demographically close to both the professional and manufacturing hubs of Geelong. You will soon realise why so many professionals make the Admiralty their home away from home. Charge back facilities are available...

Located on Geelong's Esplanade, Quality Hotel Bayside Geelong's front yard is the magnificent waterfront foreshore. Situated in a quiet residential area and only a gentle 15 minute stroll to Geelong's town centre. Quality Hotel Bayside Geelong offers 68 well appointed guest rooms, from hotel rooms to fully self-contained one and two bedroom apartments, perfect for families or those who wish to self-cater. Enjoy complimentary wireless internet and on-site car parking, 24 hour hotel reception, on-site or in-room dining, heated outdoor swimming pool and sauna and within minutes of Geelong's town centre. Black Salt restaurant, one of Geelong's most popular eateries is located on-site and enjoys stunning views of waterfront Geelong. Black Salt offers a contemporary Australian menu, showcasing the wealth of local produce which the region boasts. Open seven days a week for breakfast and dinner....

Kardinia Park Motel is a centrally located single story motel situated opposite Kardinia park Football Stadium, Home of Geelong Cat's and the Gateway to the Great Ocean Road. Single, double, triple and family rooms available. Special discounted rates for longer stays. Fax, photocopy, telephones, DVD player, air conditioners, heaters, microwaves plus tea and coffee making facilities available. Kardinia Park Motel offers a happy and friendly atmosphere with hosts Brendon and Jenny. ...

Geelong's hidden treasure, Nireeda Apartments on Clare consists of tastefully furnished, self contained apartments with modern conveniences. Enjoy quality corporate and leisure accommodation in the heart of Geelong. Nireeda Apartments offers spacious studio, two and three bedroom apartments with full kitchen facilities as well as free Foxtel and DVD players. Fast wireless internet is also available in all rooms. Enjoy the fantastic location just one minute walk to Westfield's and Market Square shopping centres. Nireeda Apartments on Clare is located within 300 metres of the Waterfront, Carousel, Deakin University (Waterfront Campus), Ford Discovery Center, Railway Station, Public Transport, Restaurants and Fast foods. Hospitals are also within walking distance. Nireeda Apartments is less than a five minute drive to Skilled Stadium home of the Geelong Cats. The Apartments are also a short drive to Avalon Airport, Bellarine Peninsula, Surf Coast, Great Ocean Road and Wineries. Come stay at Nireeda Apartments and discover Geelong's hidden treasure.

Whether travelling for business or leisure, Mercure Geelong is nestled in the heart of Geelong's city centre, within walking distance to Simonds Stadium, Eastern Beach Waterfront, quality restaurants and major attractions. Offering 138 spacious rooms with a choice of city views, bay views, apartments or luxury suites, all rooms are appointed in neutral colours with modern wood tones to give a clean, contemporary feel. Guest rooms are large and airy, with opening windows, modern en-suite, air conditioning, work desk, mini bar, tea and coffee facilities, iPod docks, flat screen televisions with pay per view movies and Foxtel. Mercure Geelong features 24 hour reception, bar and dining options, outdoor swimming pool, heated spa, gymnasium, off street car parking, and conference facilities for up to 400 guests. The award winning Zenith Brasserie and Bar are located on-site, with an impressive range of Australian Wines and modern cuisine, focusing on local produce. Enjoy a full buffet breakfast, then after a day of exploring, return and relax in Zenith Brasserie and savour the extensive al a carte dinner menu. Whether you are heading down the Great Ocean Road or exploring the Bellarine Peninsula, Mercure Geelong is the ideal start to your journey. Mercure look forward to welcoming you and your guests to Geelong, the gateway to south western Victoria.

Comfort Inn Eastern Sands is located in the heart of Geelong, only 100 metres to the shopping centres, 100 metres to Geelong's beautiful waterfront, and 200 metres to Geelong's hospitals. Each room has cable television. Completely refurbished rooms, ideal for leisure or corporate. Brand new restaurant and bar overlooking the bay. Relax and enjoy one of the best situated city properties. The all new fully licensed Fish Bowl Restaurant is opened for dinner, and there is also full room service available for breakfast and dinner....

The Best Western Geelong Motor Inn offers a convenient location just a few minutes from the heart of Geelong. Located just a one minutes drive to the bustling city centre, the beautifully renewed waterfront and cosmopolitan Pakington Street. The location also allows easy access to the Great Ocean Road and the nearby beach towns of the surf coast and the Bellarine Peninsula. The western section of the Corio Bay boardwalk is just 200 metres from the back gate. Whether you are travelling on business, having a shopping fix, away for a weekend getaway or on a family holiday, Geelong Motor Inn welcomes you and will help make your stay a comfortable and memorable one. Best Western Geelong Motor Inn offers a range of quality, affordable accommodation options. This spacious 4 star rated motel has rooms that can accommodate one to five guests and the 3.5 star rated self-contained apartments are ideal for families or guests on longer stays.

Avalon Guesthouse is a gorgeous bayside holiday home in Rippleside Geelong, just 100 metres from St Helens Beach and 20 minutes drive from the Great Ocean Road, Surfcoast and Bellarine Peninsula beaches. This elegant, well-appointed Federation property is the perfect romantic retreat for couples, a stunning home for a wedding party or, a central base for a bayside family holiday. The convenient location is ideal for short term corporate accommodation or, families attending Deakin University Graduation ceremonies. It's a five minutes drive or, fifteen minutes walk to the CBD and 600 metres to North Geelong train station. Avalon Guesthouse is within walking distance to the Waterfront precinct and parks and it's a great base for local cultural events, including Festival of Sails, a Geelong Cats Home game, Toast to the Coast, or Day on The Green. This 1920's home features stunning d?cor, vintage chic and contemporary comforts. Three bedrooms sleep six guests and the elegant dining room, sun-drenched parlour, well equipped kitchen and spacious living room are very comfortable and welcoming....

The Gateway Hotel is situated in Corio, a suburb in Geelongs East, on the Princes Highway 65kms from Melbourne. The venue has 12 motel units, an all you can eat buffet bistro, and gaming with 60 Tattersall poker machines, as well as full function facilities. The Gateway offers patrons an opportunity for a relaxing stay close to all the major attractions of Geelong and the surf coast of Victoria. We are a 15 minute drive from Avalon Airport, 10 minutes from Skilled Stadium and 30minutes from the Great Ocean Road.

Recently upgraded, the motel is set on attractive grounds with a BBQ, picnic tables and pool. Located 2 km from the Geelong waterfront and 3 km from the CBD, the motel is central to all major roads leading in to and out of Geelong. Close to cosmopolitan Pakington Street, The Geelong Arena sports complex and the North Geelong railway station and well serviced by buses and taxis. The new Geelong Ring Road is 2.5 km from the motel and is the shortest, most convenient way to the Great Ocean Road and the beauty of The Otway Ranges. We offer a variety of accommodation as follows: Queen Rooms - one queen bed Twin Rooms - one queen and one single bed Two-bedroom self-contained home units (apartments) and a Three-bedroom house. Go to 'website above' button for more information Parkwood Motel and Apartments Corner Ballarat Road and Shannon Avenue North Geelong Vic 3215 Phone (03) 5278 5477 Fax (03) 5278 5411 Email reservations@parkwoodmotel.com.au GPS address: 8 Lily Street, Hamlyn Heights AAA rated 'Outstanding 3.5 star'

Whether you are just calling through Geelong for the evening or staying all week for an exciting event, Paul and Nola Patterson welcome you to join them for a pleasant stay at Rippleside Park Motor Inn. Perfectly located, just a two minute drive or a ten minute stroll along the esplanade to the Geelong CBD and glorious waterfront. Rippleside Park Motor Inn consists of 13 lovely ground floor units with plenty of parking directly outside your room. Recently redecorated Rooms await you revitalised and fresh. From singles just needing a cosy retreat for the evening, to larger families and groups requiring a little more space, this motor in has vacancies to cater to every need....

The Lord of the Isles Tavern is situated on the corner of Latrobe Terrace and West Fyans Street, Newtown, a stones throw away from Kardinia Park. The modern bistro, alfresco area, separate function facilities, and comfortable bar make it the perfect place to catch up with friends and family, or just enjoy a drink after the game. With Foxtel, Skychannel, TAB, Keno and nightlife music throughout the Tavern you will not miss any of your favourite entertainment. Bernie's has won over 30 different awards at regional, state and national level and on three occasions has been been voted best bistro in Australia. ...

Barwon Grange is an elegant intact brick home dating from Geelong's earliest residential settlement. It was built in 1855 and reflects the aspirations of middle class businessman Jonathan Porter O'Brien and his family who had emigrated from Liverpool. The picturesque Gothic style architecture includes steep gables, unusual decorative timber bargeboards and veranda parapet. The interior contains a fine collection of early Victorian furniture and fittings faithfully accumulated according to an inventory compiled when the house was auctioned in 1856. The garden complements the house with a Victorian fountain. Lawns sloping down to the Barwon River are planted with species from a mid-19th century plant catalogue....

The skies above Avalon Airport will again reverberate to the sound of thunder in February 2017, when the 14th Australian International Airshow gets under way. The 2017 Australian International Airshow will deliver one of the most exciting and diverse flying display programs ever seen in Australia. From the thunder of military fighter jets to the snarl of warbirds, a unique mix of military, commercial, antique, airsport, rotor and general aviation aircraft will thrill visitors....

Please come and enjoy the newly renovated facilities at the Waurn Ponds Hotel - a welcome break on your journey to the Great Ocean Road, The Otways or the Western District. The Waurn Ponds Hotel, or the Ponds, is the ideal place to stop, freshen up, stock up or just relax. Located at 1154 Princes Highway, Waurn Ponds, The Ponds Hotel is just ten kilometres from Geelong city centre and has been serving the local community since the 1970's. Enjoy a friendly relaxed atmosphere, quality meals and service with excellent value. The Ponds is the perfect all-round venue, catering to all ages with something for everyone. Open seven days a week. Facilities include great new space with fabulous and vibrant atmosphere, new function & conference facilities, excellent value meals, spacious dining, brand new children's play area, Sportsbar, pool tables and TAB. An outdoor beer garden, alfresco dining and plenty of parking all further enhance the enjoyment of your visit....

The Geelong Revival Motoring Festival will be back in 2016 bigger and better than ever. Held on Geelong's picturesque waterfront precinct on Friday 25 to Sunday 27 November, this action packed motoring festival is an event not to be missed. Take pole position for the historical quarter-mile sprints, as over 300 classic and exotic cars and motorcycles sprint down Ritchie Boulevard at full throttle. The Sprint is Australia's second oldest motorsport event and has run on Geelong waterfront since 1957 The Geelong waterfront will be covered with over 600 classic, quirky, valuable and fascinating vehicles, and is guaranteed to please anyone with an appreciation for unique vehicles. Over 400 vehicles will join the Friday Night Cruise as we kick off celebrations for a huge weekend of motorsport. The Geelong Revival Motoring Festival is the ideal way to spend a day out with the whole family, with the festival featuring live music, trade expo area, delicious food and entertainment. The vintage caravans will be back along with the Vintage Fashion Awards, so get creative and start planning your outfit today. The 2016 Geelong Revival Motoring Festival is definitely going to be a memorable one - be sure to come along for some good, old-fashioned fun!...

The best battlefields in Geelong, Laser Strike Geelong brings you urban warfare. Laser Strike Geelong offer many combat challenges for every commando. The Outdoor Urban Battlefield is the only one of its kind to be situated in Geelong. The battles fought here are fast and furious - they are won and lost amongst thousands of tyres, many barriers, hay bails, cars and even the odd truck. Not to mention the chaos caused from the gunfire inside the centre rooms. Keep your gun at the ready, there is action at your every turn. Sessions can be played during the morning, afternoon or for a real challenge try a twilight session in the evening. Laser Strike is a safe and exciting outdoor laser skirmish The laser skirmish guns shoot harmless beams of infra-red light, this laser tag equipment is the most sophisticated gaming guns on the market today. SATR has loads of features, but the killer-feature is its real-time instant hit-feedback. So no matter what terrain, indoors or outdoors, you instantly know when you got 'em. Best of all - any age can play....

Funky, fun and fresh. Geelong?s newest dining adventure starts here on the pier at Wah Wah Gee. Swing by with your friends and take a journey through our collection of Asian inspired sharing dishes ranging from yummy dumplings in zesty broths, to spicy steamed buns and hearty green chilli curries ? cleverly created by some of the best kitchen ninjas in town. Here at Wah Wah Gee we?re passionate about creating quality, fresh and fun sharing food at a great price, in a great location, with an even better atmosphere. And with City Quarter bar just upstairs, you can even kick on and shake a few tail feathers after your feed....

Catch On Yarra is everyone's local fish and grill shop, all about fresh, healthy and delicious food. Their healthy meals include fresh grilled fish of your choice cooked to perfection, accompanied with mouth-watering gourmet salads. Enjoy Catch On Yarra's signature Great Scott Burgers, their burger with the lot, in Zeally Bay organic sourdough brioche buns, with house-made pickles, relish and 100 per cent Australian Angus beef patties, all prepared in house by chef Tony. There is something for everyone with a wide selection of fresh fish, grilled or in a crispy batter, panko crumbed calamari, burgers, steak sandwiches, seasonal salads and addictive chips. Come in and meet their friendly staff, enjoy a great meal or beat the queue and place your order online....

Spectacularly situated 250 meters out over the water, The Pier Geelong offers a truly unique atmosphere that your guests will never forget. The Pier Geelong is the largest custom built conference and events space in Geelong, offering immaculate private function rooms, a beautiful restaurant and boutique bar. Whether you are requiring an intimate room for 50 guests or large gala dinner for over 500 guests, the Pier Geelong has the flexibility and space to provide you with what you need. The beautifully designed venue boasts floor to ceiling windows with breathtaking water and Geelong city skyline views. It truly is the epitome of Geelong?s waterfront locations. Previously voted ?Best Regional Venue in Victoria? by Spice Magazine readers, The Pier Geelong is the perfect place to host any event in a prime location. With so many successful events executed each year, The Pier Geelong has proudly built the reputation as one of the leading venues in the region....

Geelong Helicopters operates scenic flights daily from the Geelong Waterfront on the Yarra Street Pier and also by appointment from Barwon Heads Airport. Whether you live in Geelong, travelling down for the day or are passing through, a helicopter ride is a guaranteed way to make your trip even more memorable. Let Geelong Helicopters show you Corio Bay, Geelong CBD, Barwon River, the famous Bells Beach and Torquay - the gateway to the Great Ocean Road from a view not seen by all. Once you have experienced vertical flight you will understand why everyone loves the feeling of flying in a helicopter....

Metropolis Gallery is a contemporary art gallery with an impressive range of Australian paintings, limited edition prints, art glass and jewellery by local & national artists, backed up by an exciting calendar of exhibitions that can be previewed on the website. Metropolis also presents Indigenous Art in association with several Aboriginal Art Centres. Australian printmakers include Dean Bowen, Jazmina Cininas, Robert Clinch, Graham Fransella, David Frazer, Rona Green, Lucy Hardie, Deborah Klein, Michael Leunig, Adrian Lockhart, Marco Luccio, Vida Pearson, Deborah Williams and Joel Wolter, together with collectable prints by major artists like Rick Amor, Charles Blackman, Arthur Boyd, Kenneth Jack, David Larwill, Lionel Lindsay, John Olsen, Lloyd Rees, Garry Shead, Brett Whiteley and more. Always attracting attention at Metropolis are works by glass artists Philip Stokes, Amanda Louden, Brian Hurst, James McMurtrie, Kayo Yokoyama and Keith Rowe. If you are visiting the Bellarine Peninsula and the Great Ocean Road, Metropolis Gallery is well situated in central Geelong with convenient street parking out front in Ryrie Street....

What better way to travel The Great Ocean Road, or around the magnificent Bellarine and Geelong winery region than with the top down in a stunning 1966 Red Mustang Convertible. Your tour can be customised to suit your interests - whether it is surf, native wildlife, or just the beautiful scenic vistas. Places to stop can include Torquay, Bells Beach, Anglesea, Aireys Inlet, Lorne, and Wye River. You can look for koalas, kangaroos, and many cockatoos, rosellas and other native birds in the bush. Picnics can be arranged, or suggested cafes and restaurants can be visited for lunch, morning or afternoon tea. Visit the award winning wineries on the Bellarine Peninsula and the Geelong region, wine tours can be booked to include lunch and tastings at many popular venues. Your driver will provide door-to-door service (not including Melbourne) - Mustang and Co can collect you from your Geelong hotel, private address, Avalon Airport, Queenscliff Ferry, or Geelong Station. The tour would be a minimum four hours, with full day tours also available. The car can seat four adult passengers (plus driver). All tours are available weekdays and weekends....

Gloriana is a Melbourne-based chamber choir founded in 1994 by its director Andrew Raiskums. Gloriana?s programmes traverse a wide range of genres and styles but focus on the a cappella performance of Renaissance and contemporary choral music. This concert presents highlights from Gloriana Chamber Choir's repertoire including two sublime works by Renaissance masters - Palestrina and Victoria, the profoundly moving 'When David Heard' by Eric Whitacre and Frank Martin's 'Mass for Double Choir'. Tickets available online or at the door....

One of Lara's oldest historic buildings, The Lake Bank Hotel, is Lara's only surviving 19th century hotel. It was constructed for Scottish immigrant James Henderson and operated as a licensed hotel until 1908. The distinctive limestone buildings were home to five generations of Mr Henderson's family until purchased by Mr Bisinella in 2010. Two long-time Lara residents and friends , Ian Board and Les Kelly, had long held a desire to establish a Museum in Lara, and that desire was increased after they were involved in organising a remembrance day in January 2009 for the 40th anniversary of the disastrous 1969 Lara Bush Fires. However they struggled to find a suitable building to bring the dream to life. When they learnt that Mr Bisinella had purchased the Lake Bank Hotel they approached him about the possibility of using the historic buildings as a community museum. He enthusiastically agreed and embarked on the major restoration project that again made the old hotel ready for public use. A community organisation, The Lara Heritage and Historical Inc, was incorporated on 12 January 2012, and its volunteer members operate the museum The museum was officially opened on 18th April 2013....

Geelong?s biggest live Latin dance event returns to the Waterfront in November, when Club La Vida Salsa Geelong, host Salsa by the Bay at Waterfront Kitchen. Everyone is invited to experience the seductive sounds and dance moves of Cuban salsa. Leading Cuban band, Carlito?s Way, will perform music reminiscent of The Buena Vista Social Club, bringing to life the authentic roots of Cuban rhythm. Latin DJ artist Mick Williams, direct from PBS Radio and the Melbourne salsa club scene, will step in to play the hottest mix of salsa tracks between band sets....

Well positioned in North Geelong, Corio Bay Motel is the ideal point of departure for your excursions in Geelong. Only 10.7 kilometres from the city centre, the hotel's strategic location ensures that guests can quickly and easily reach many local points of interest. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations. Corio Bay Motel also offers many facilities to enrich your stay in Geelong. For the comfort and convenience of guests, the hotel offers facilities for disabled guests, express check-in and check-out, luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas and car park. Guests can choose from 25 rooms, all of which exude an atmosphere of total peace and harmony. The hotel offers many unique recreational opportunities such as a garden. With an ideal location and facilities to match, Corio Bay Motel hits the spot in many ways. Pets are allowed on request. There is now a dog friendly room available to make travelling with your beloved pooch easier. The breakfast room has a 1960's retro style, bringing back memories for some guests. Enjoy a complimentary light breakfast each morning....

The spectacular Geelong Library & Heritage Centre is the perfect place to relax, read, work and discover. Superbly located in Geelong's Cultural Precinct, adjacent to the beautiful Johnstone Park, it is an easy walk from the Geelong Railway Station, CBD and waterfront area. Open seven days a week, the Geelong Library & Heritage Centre is the ideal place for visitors to relax and recharge - browse a newspaper, enjoy a huge collection of books and digital items, explore cutting-edge technology, and make use of the fast, free WiFi. Families will love the dedicated level for children and youth which features age-appropriate collections; exciting digital technology; outdoor deck; and parents' room. The Geelong Library & Heritage Centre is home to the Geelong region's vast heritage archive and the beautiful Heritage Reading Room is a must-visit destination for local history and family history enthusiasts. Regular storytime and eKnowHow sessions, plus author encounters, exhibitions and special events take place at the library throughout the year. The Geelong Library & Heritage Centre houses seven premium event spaces. The high ground Wurdi Youang - the largest of the event spaces - is perfect for your special celebration, product launch, conference, performance or wedding. It offers a flexible floor plan and boasts innovative design, cutting-edge audio visual equipment and spectacular views across Corio Bay from the outdoor balcony. Smaller meeting and discussion rooms are also available to hire; all include complimentary WiFi, high-end audio visual equipment and technical support. The on-site caterer, THE RK GROUP, is acknowledged as one of Geelong's leading corporate and event catering companies, with an outstanding reputation for culinary flair and service excellence. They invite you to speak with their Venue Hire Activator to discuss how they can tailor a package to suit your needs. ...

Located in central Geelong, Armor Antiques is locally owned and operated. This private collection has been passionately sourcing and displaying one of Australia's largest collection of genuine military uniforms and services such as Police, Red Cross, St Johns Ambulance, Legacy, Salvation Army and Nursing now for over 15 years. Armor Antiques specialises in all types of military antiques, Japanese swords, Samurai armour, helmets, armour, antique pistols, uniforms, medals, badges, swords and militaria from around the world. One of many unique items is the historical and original WW1 German flag which was captured at the surrender of the German garrison in Samoa on 29th August, 1914. This was the first flag surrendered to the Allied forces. A visit to the shop is a wonderful way to spend a few hours of browsing three huge rooms filled with all types of militaria and interesting collectables. Armor Antiques buy and sell antique swords, antique guns, helmets, badges, uniforms, medals, books and also have a large range of authentic Samurai armour. Many of the items can also be viewed on the website and on Facebook....

The Sphinx Entertainment Centre offers a taste of Egypt in the heart of Geelong. The 15 metre Sphinx is your one stop entertainment venue in Geelong. The Sphinx Entertainment Centre offers indoor and outdoor dining in the popular Pharaohs Bistro, a Pub tab, Sportsbar, Cazbar Dance club, a function and convention room, air conditioned accommodation and a drive through bottle shop. With ample free on-site parking, The Sphinx Hotel is the perfect place to socialise with friends, enjoy a mouth-watering meal or catch a live band or Comedy Show....

The Royal Geelong Yacht Club is recognised as one of Australia's premier Yacht Clubs and boasts a proud history that stretches more than 150 years. The Royal Geelong Yacht Club plays host to many major yachting events, including the largest keelboat regatta in the Southern Hemisphere, the Festival of Sails annually and the bi-biennial Wooden Boat Festival of Geelong. The excellent facilities give members the opportunity to enjoy true absolute water frontage and enjoy the best view that any yacht club can offer. Take in the views from the Members' Lounge, the Marina Cafe deck or the upstairs balcony. No other facility in Geelong can match the location. A first class cadet facility provides young sailors with the opportunity to learn from some very accomplished club sailors who include State, National and even World Champions. Novice sailors will be warmly welcomed and encouraged to develop new skills and new friendships. Please call if you have any inquiry, or search the website for concise information on every aspect of The Royal Geelong Yacht Club, drop in to view the facilities or contact by phone or email....

Visitors to Geelong, Bellarine Peninsula and Great Ocean Road should be sure to make the Geelong Visitor Information Centre a must stop on their itinerary. Located in the National Wool Museum and close to Geelong's spectacular Waterfront, the friendly volunteers can help you plan your visit to the region including Geelong, Bellarine Peninsula and Great Ocean Road. They have extensive knowledge of this region and can provide you with maps and visitor guides, as well as the best advice to ensure you get the most out of your trip....

Pako Festa is Geelong's much loved, award-winning, free annual community cultural festival and the biggest of its kind in Australia! Managed by Diversitat and held on the last weekend of February in Pakington Street, Geelong West, the multicultural heart of Geelong. Pako Festa incorporates an extravagant street parade featuring around ninety floats and hundreds of performers representing forty-five affiliated ethnic communities and around sixty other community groups and organisations. The street is lined with stalls selling traditional foods and arts and crafts, and nine separate stages in the precinct offer performances of music and dance as well as interactive workshops and exhibitions. Pako Festa has become one of Victoria's premier multicultural event, attended by well over 100,000 people in each of the last three years Visit the website for full program and to download the Pako Festa Mobile App....

The Geelong Arena is a multi use sports and entertainment venue, hosting a wide variety of high class events. The venue houses four purpose built basketball courts, inclusive of the show court / auditorium suitable for local through international sport competitions and events. The auditorium's versatility with portable carpet options and tiered seating has attracted a variety of events. The fully licensed venue has catering facilities, plenty of parking and is situated opposite North Geelong railway station which is convenient for out of town and local visitors. The facility is recognised as the 'Home of Geelong Basketball' with the Geelong Supercats and Basketball Geelong as major users....

Geelong's early story is of the sea with passenger arrivals and departures or trade, scientific and naval activities. The Geelong Maritime Museum at Osborne House displays a mix of sailing ships and submarines, naval heroes and navigation aids. There are photographs, large-scale ship models flags, uniforms, items from shipwrecks and medals. For MHHV members, of especial interest is the information on wartime naval battles and Geelong's early maritime history from 1838. Osborne House was Australia's first Naval College in 1913-14 and a submarine base in 1920-22....

Join thousands of participants and cycling fans in the spectacular Geelong, Bellarine Peninsula and Surf Coast regions for Australia?s ultimate weekend of cycling at the 2017 Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. In 2017, the 174 kilometre Elite Men?s Race on Sunday January 29 joins the coveted UCI WorldTour calendar, kicking off world cycling?s classics season for the year with big name riders going head to head in an intense battle for line honours. Preluding the Elite Men?s Race will be the 113 kilometre Deakin University Elite Women?s Race on Saturday January 28, when more than 70 of the world?s best female riders will compete. The People?s Ride on Saturday will follow the same route as the champions where thousands of participants will ride alongside Australia?s only Tour de France winner, Cadel Evans on some of his favourite training roads in the world. Commencing on Friday January 27 with the GMHBA Family Ride, the teams presentations will follow where fans have the opportunity to see the best in cycling up close. Watch the action from Bells Beach, Chilambra climb and 13th Beach, Barwon Heads before heading to the finish line to catch the winner cross the line....