G21 Geelong Region Alliance

30/10/2026

G21 is calling for a $500,000 State Government investment to progress the next stage of the Sustainable Water Network.

The proposed feasibility study would investigate how recycled water from Black Rock and surplus stormwater from the Torquay growth area could be put to productive use across our region, rather than being discharged to Bass Strait.

For local businesses like Big River Turf, where G21 councillors visited this morning, access to recycled water is already providing another valuable water source.

A broader network could support more businesses across our region and also enable us to explore opportunities to help stabilise water levels in Lake Modewarre and Lake Colac.

It’s a practical idea with the potential to deliver long-term benefits across our region.

You can read more about this proposal and the other areas that G21 is advocating for investment in our State Election Platform.

https://g21.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/G21_State-Election-Platform.pdf

29/10/2026

G21 welcomes the commitment from the Liberal and Nationals to deliver Stage 1 of the Bellarine Link.

We have been calling for this investment in our State Election Platform because it will help cut congestion, improve safety and keep our region moving.

This is an important commitment for our growingregion.

As G21 continues to grow, we need a safer, more reliable connection between the Bellarine Peninsula and Geelong that reduces pressure on local streets and improves travel for residents, workers, freight and emergency services.

https://vicliberal.org.au/media-releases/2026-10-28-delivering-bellarine-link-to-get-geelong-and-the-surf-coast-moving?topic=leader-of-the-liberal-party,transport-infrastructure

13/10/2026

G21 is proud to support the push for the Geelong Regional Tennis Centre at Armstrong Creek.

The proposed centre would create new opportunities for community participation, talented young players and professional tennis, while helping attract major events to our region.

With local funding already on the table, G21 joins the call for Victorian and Federal Government support to help bring this important regional project to life.

Our Chair Cr Jason Schram showed his support for the project at a recent event where he also had the opportunity to inspect the men’s and women’s Australian Open trophies.

05/10/2026

G21 welcomes the Victorian Government’s approval of the Greater Avalon Employment Precinct, which has the potential to support up to 8,000 new jobs in manufacturing, freight and logistics, recycling and reuse industries.

Importantly, the announcement recognises Avalon Airport as Melbourne’s second major airport and supports its continued growth.

We are now one step closer towards unlocking Avalon’s potential as a major jobs and economic hub for our region.

We call on all parties to build on this momentum by committing to targeted investment in Avalon Airport and the infrastructure needed to support the surrounding employment precinct.

City of Greater Geelong Colac Otway Shire Council Golden Plains Shire Council Surf Coast Shire Council Borough of Queenscliffe

Minister for Planning Sonya Kilkenny has approved the Greater Avalon Employment Precinct and the East of Aberline Precinct Structure Plan.

04/10/2026

We asked people across the G21 region about the issues affecting them most and one thing is clear: cost-of-living pressures are being felt right across our communities.

Nearly 80% of residents told us they've had to make at least one change in the past year to manage rising costs.

On top of this:

- 46% have used savings for everyday expenses
- 44% have bought less food than usual
- 41% have put off home maintenance or repairs
- 34% have delayed medical treatment or prescriptions

These findings reinforce why G21 is advocating for infrastructure investments that support jobs, improve access to services and help keep our region moving.

Because when our region grows, investment needs to grow with it. Read our election platform to find out more about what G21 is advocating for. https://g21.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/G21_State-Election-Platform.pdf

21/09/2026

G21 Chair Cr Jason Schram recently led a delegation, including representatives from the City of Greater Geelong, to Parliament to meet with Sports Minister the Hon Steve Dimopoulos MP and advocate for the Regional Indoor Sports and Entertainment Centre (RISEC).

A regionally significant project, RISEC would provide a dedicated home for indoor sports such as basketball and netball, while also creating opportunities to host major cultural and entertainment events in Geelong.

As the G21 region continues to grow, RISEC would help strengthen our reputation as a leading regional destination for sport and events, attracting visitors and supporting local hospitality, tourism and small businesses.

With the potential to host at least 85 significant indoor sporting and cultural events each year, RISEC represents an important investment in the future of the G21 region.

Read more about this important project in our election platformhttps://g21.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/G21_State-Election-Platform.pdf

11/09/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for the G21 Transport Forum at Wurriki Nyal. The event brought together community leaders, industry representatives, elected officials and residents for an important discussion about the future of transport in our region.

We are grateful to our expert panellists, Nat Anson, Urbis, Dr Hermione Parsons, Australian Logistics Council and James Williams RACV, for sharing their insights on the challenges and opportunities facing transport across the G21 region.

The conversation reinforced what we continue to hear from our communities: better transport is critical to improving access to jobs, education, health services and housing, while supporting productivity and economic growth.

As we head towards the Victorian State Election, G21 will continue advocating for practical transport solutions that connect our communities and support our growing region.
To learn more about G21's priorities for the election, visit our Election Platform.https://g21.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/G21_State-Election-Platform.pdf

07/09/2026

Golden Plains Shire Council Mayor Cr Owen Sharkey and CEO Adam McSwain were proud to join regional leaders from across Victoria at the recent Rural Councils Victoria Forum, where councils united behind a call for greater investment in regional communities.

The discussion reinforced one of the key priorities in G21's State Election Platform: the creation of a $1 billion Regional Fund to support the infrastructure, housing, economic development and community projects that growing regional communities need.

For the G21 region, dedicated regional funding would help deliver projects that boost productivity, support jobs, improve liveability and strengthen our communities for the future.

As Victoria heads towards the State Election, G21 is calling on all political parties to commit to meaningful investment in regional Victoria and back the projects that will help our communities continue to grow and thrive.

Read more in our election platform.https://g21.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/G21_State-Election-Platform.pdf

04/09/2026

We welcome the Victorian Government's commitment to invest $237 million in the first stage of the Bellarine Link.

The Bellarine Link is a priority project in our Victorian Election Platform because it will help reduce congestion, improve safety and support the movement of people, freight and emergency services across one of our region's fastest-growing corridors.

With Geelong and the Bellarine continuing to grow, investment in the Bellarine Link is essential to keep our region moving, support local businesses and ensure communities are not left behind.

We now call on all political parties to match this commitment and back the infrastructure our growing region needs.

Labor has renewed its longstanding promise to build the Bellarine Link, as part of a road spending push focused on outer-suburban and regional seats before the November election.

24/08/2026

G21 welcomes the Victorian Government's announcement that six-carriage trains will be operating on selected Warrnambool line services later this year, providing additional capacity for passengers travelling between Geelong and Colac.

The move responds to growing demand on the line and reflects one of G21's key public transport priorities: increasing capacity and improving the usability of V/Line services across our region.

This is a welcome step forward, but more work is needed to ensure public transport keeps pace with the region's rapid growth.

G21 will continue advocating for:

- More frequent rail services between Geelong and Colac
- Better coordination between trains and local bus services
- Stronger connections to coastal communities
- Long-term investment in public transport infrastructure across the region

Building a public transport network that is reliable, convenient and meets the needs of growing communities remains a priority for G21.