Geelong
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Rapid population growth is outstripping the supply of affordable homes, creating a tight rental market and pushing development into underserviced outer suburbs.
Top things to do in Geelong
Evergreen picks — free items are flagged.
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Geelong's most iconic landmark features a 1930s swimming enclosure, a boardwalk, and a scenic trail of over 100 hand-carved wooden bollards representing local history and characters.
Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia · More info ▸ - 2.
Geelong's premier destination features a vibrant 19th-century carousel, swimming at Eastern Beach, and the iconic Baywalk Bollards. The precinct includes landscaped gardens, restaurants, and scenic paths for walking and cycling.
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Geelong’s iconic foreshore features a famous trail of over 100 hand-painted wooden bollards depicting local historical figures. The precinct includes landscaped gardens, public art, and walking paths along Corio Bay.
Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong VIC 3220 · More info ▸ - 4.
Geelong's premier destination featuring a scenic promenade, swimming enclosure, and over 100 iconic hand-painted wooden bollards representing local history. The area includes parks, sculptures, and a popular carousel.
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Geelong's premier destination features a vibrant precinct of restaurants, landscaped gardens, and the iconic Bollard Trail. These 100+ hand-painted wooden figures guide visitors along the bay, depicting local history and characters.
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The crown jewel of Geelong's waterfront, this Art Deco-style reserve features a massive enclosed sea bath, a children's pool, and a scenic boardwalk. It is the city's most iconic gathering spot for swimming and sunbathing.
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National Wool Museum
#museumHoused in a historic bluestone woolstore, this museum explores the region's rich heritage as a global wool hub. Visitors can see demonstration looms and learn about Geelong's industrial and agricultural history.
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Follow this iconic trail of over 100 colorful, hand-carved bollards created by artist Jan Mitchell. These wooden figures represent local characters and historical events, stretching from Limeburners Point to Rippleside Park.
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Stroll along the Waterfront Geelong to find over 100 painted wooden figures. These quirky sculptures represent local historical characters, from lifesavers to opera singers, and have become a beloved symbol of the city's identity.
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Follow a quirky trail of over 100 colorful bollards carved from old pier pylons. These iconic figures represent local historical characters, from lifesavers to Victorian-era bathers.