Our great heritage

Key points

• Three Geelong-region projects were honoured at this year's Geelong Heritage Awards for preserving local history. Corio Skateboard Club was recognised for helping establish one of Australia's earliest skate parks, which opened in 1980 after two years of campaigning.
• The Bottleworks in Fitzroy Street, a former glass factory, now includes 78 apartments and 33 townhouses. The restored Barwon Heads Golf Club clubhouse, opened in 1924, was also recognised.
• The awards were held at the Nyaal Banyul Event and Convention Centre during Geelong Design Week.