Home building approvals in Geelong have risen 34 per cent over the past year to August, close to levels last seen in the 2022 Covid boom, according to KPMG analysis of Australian Bureau of Statistics figures. The pipeline now sits at around 4000 new homes. KPMG urban economist Terry Rawnsley said the rise shows growing confidence in the city's long-term growth, but stressed that approved projects must now move through to construction. Lara has overtaken Armstrong Creek as the region's top approval area, with the activity shifting north.
Tactical AGA's annual pasture open day in Victoria attracted around 60 farmers to two sites, Mount Duneed and Freshwater Creek. The event showcased 60 pasture systems, including newly sown, over-sown, and established varieties aged four to five years. Senior agronomist Wayne Firth emphasised the importance of supporting local farmers and finding suitable pasture solutions. The day raised $700 for local charity Foundation 61, with suppliers contributing to a raffle. Firth highlighted the value of community engagement in the agricultural sector.
A free Nepali cultural event will be held in Geelong on Sunday 18 October. Nepali Pathashala Geelong will host the Dashain Festival from 5pm at Meli's Poa Banyul Community Hub in Mount Duneed, and the event is open to everyone. Event coordinator Aagyat Luitel said Dashain is a 15-day Hindu festival marking the triumph of good over evil. The evening will feature cultural traditions, music and performances, with the events hosted by children from the group's school. Organisers said the festival aims to strengthen community ties, following recent floods in Nepal.
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Thirteen housing projects across New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and Western Australia are preparing to release new land, house-and-land and home options this month. Projects include Heath Rise in Leppington, Cobbitty by Mirvac, Ashbury in Armstrong Creek and Everleigh in Greenbank. Buyers are advised that release dates and lot availability can change, so they should check directly with each developer for registration times and current stock.
Nickelback will debut in Geelong as part of their 2027 world tour, headlining the Lookout Festival at Mount Duneed Estate on 9 October. The festival, relocating from Torquay, will feature additional artists. Supporting their upcoming album, Everything Under The Sun, the Canadian rock band brings decades of success with global album sales and streams. English band Don Broco will open the Geelong show, continuing their collaboration with Nickelback. Tickets go on presale Wednesday, with general sales starting Friday.
