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Geelong news — June 2026

Every story we published in June 2026.

1. Lifestyle · 30 June 2026

   Jobs in Geelong 2026: Top Industries, Major Employers and Salary Guide

   The biggest employers and job sectors in Geelong in 2026, median salaries by industry, where to find work, and what the Ford legacy and new industries mean for regional job seekers.

2. Wellness · 28 June 2026

   Best Retinol Products Geelong: Retinol vs Retinal Guide

   Compare retinol, retinal and PDRN anti-ageing ingredients. Find affordable Korean skincare products for your skin type in Geelong.

3. Community · 26 June 2026

   American basketball import finds her footing at Geelong United after college career

   Reagan Bass, a 23-year-old from the United States, is settling into her first NBL1 South season with the Cats.

4. Community · 26 June 2026

   Give Where You Live launches tax-time appeal to keep philanthropy local

   The foundation urges Geelong residents to direct tax-deductible donations toward organisations solving problems in their own region.

5. Finance · 26 June 2026

   Salary survey reveals what Geelong businesses must do to stay competitive in hiring

   The Hays Salary Guide points to shifting workforce expectations that demand immediate strategic decisions from Geelong employers.

6. Finance · 26 June 2026

   Geelong travel firm adds second Ghan charter as demand for luxury rail tourism grows

   Geelong Travel builds on its success with an exclusive charter of The Ghan Expedition, securing another rare opportunity for local travellers seeking premium Australian experiences.

7. Community · 26 June 2026

   World Cup fever shows Geelong's draw as a live-events destination

   Federation Square crowds during Socceroos matches highlight Geelong's appeal for major sporting events and community gatherings.

8. Community · 26 June 2026

   Toorak's density push signals planning trend that may reshape Geelong's development approach

   Victorian planners boost building heights in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, raising questions about Geelong's own urban growth strategy.

9. Community · 26 June 2026

   Healthcare in Geelong: Hospitals, Services and Where to Go

   A practical, general guide to Geelong's public and private hospitals, primary care, emergency options and the region's role as a tertiary and teaching centre.

10. Community · 26 June 2026

    Schools and Education in Geelong: Universities, Schools and Training

    A general guide to how Geelong's universities, TAFE, schools and training providers fit together, and how local families navigate them.

11. Finance · 26 June 2026

    Geelong's Property and Housing Market: Prices, Rents and What Drives Them

    A general explainer on what shapes housing costs in Victoria's second-largest city, from its waterfront revival to commuter-belt demand and the affordability pressures squeezing renters and first-home buyers.

12. Community · 26 June 2026

    Getting Around Geelong: Roads, Public Transport and Connections

    A general guide to how Geelong and its surrounding region are connected by road, rail, bus and air, and the patterns that shape daily travel.

13. Finance · 26 June 2026

    Geelong’s Economy Explained: How a Manufacturing City Reinvented Itself

    Few Australian cities have remade their economic base as visibly as Geelong, which moved from heavy industry towards services, advanced manufacturing, health and education after the loss of two of its biggest employers.

14. Finance · 26 June 2026

    SMSFs under scrutiny as investors reconsider strategy after federal budget changes

    Property investors in Geelong are reassessing self-managed superannuation fund strategies amid proposed tax and lending changes.

15. Community · 26 June 2026

    Geelong United's American recruit shows promise in challenging NBL1 South season

    Guard Reagan Bass is settling into life on and off the court after joining Geelong United from American college basketball.

16. Community · 25 June 2026

    Geelong's housing crisis deepens as state takes planning reins

    After the council missed key deadlines, Victoria's planning department is now directly managing four major growth areas that could unlock 23,000 new homes.

17. Sport · 22 June 2026

    Women's Sport in Geelong: Where to Play, Watch and Get Involved Across Every Code

    From the surf at Torquay to the netball courts of South Geelong, women's sport in the region is thriving and genuinely accessible at every level.

18. Sport · 18 June 2026

    Fun Runs, Triathlons and Athlete Pathways in and Around Geelong

    From beginner-friendly community fun runs to Ironman triathlons on the Surf Coast, Geelong and its surrounds offer endurance event opportunities for every level of fitness and ambition.

19. Sport · 13 June 2026

    Watching the AFL Finals in Geelong: Fan Zones, Clubs and the Best Places to Cheer On the Cats

    When AFL finals fever hits Geelong, the city comes alive with community screenings, club gatherings and passionate Cats supporters cheering together.

20. Sport · 6 June 2026

    Mountain Biking and Trail Riding Near Geelong: The You Yangs and Beyond

    With the You Yangs Regional Park on its northern doorstep and the Surf Coast trail network to the south, Geelong riders have access to some of Victoria's most enjoyable off-road terrain.