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Welcome to Geelong
Derived from the Aboriginal word for bay 'Jillong', Geelong means 'a place of the sea bird over the white cliffs'. Greater Geelong is framed by water, from its vibrant Corio Bay to the rugged ocean coastline. The tranquil Barwon River connects town, country and ocean.
Geelong is the second largest city in the state of Victoria, Australia and is the largest regional centre in the state. It is a port city with an urban population of 234,000 people. Also it is one of the largest provincial cities in Australia.
Geelong is also home of the second oldest Australian Rules Football Club in the world, known by locals as "The Cats".
Locals enjoy a lifestyle that encompasses cosmopolitan city, semi-rural and diverse urban communities and kilometres of pristine beaches. The region is also the major gateway to some of the world's best surf beaches and the drama of the Great Ocean Road.
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Major Events in Geelong |
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Skandia Geelong Week is a non-stop, four-day festival combining adrenalin charged sailing competition on Corio Bay with non-stop live entertainment, performances and outdoor dining along the Geelong Waterfront |
Geelong is located 75 km south west from Melbourne.
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UCI Womens Road Cycling World Cup The eyes of the world will be on Geelong as a star studded line up of international cycling talent will line up in Geelong to contest the opening round of the 2007 UCI Women's Road Cycling World Cup Series
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Australian Triathalon Championships As host of the Australian Triathlon Series Olympic Distance Championships, the Geelong Waterfront is alive with thrilling sports action as the world's best athletes toughed it out for points in two elite races over an exciting multi-lap course.
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Australian International Airshow The world-renowned Australian International Airshow, held at Avalon Aiport in Geelong every two years returns in March 2007. Watch as high powered jets soar through the air or check out the vintage aircraft in static and aerial displays as the skies come alive. |
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Shoot Out Film Festival The Shoot Out is a 24 hour film making festival largely directed at young and emerging film makers. The event challenges film makers to develop a 7 minute film of any genre in 24 hours. Geelong is the first regional City to host the Shoot Out. |
Geelong Links Directory
Baycare (Family Counseling Service) Rhema FM (Local Christian Radio Station) The Geelong Advertiser (Local Newspaper)
Tuckers Funeral & Bereavement Services
Schools |
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Geelong Time |
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Geelong Weather
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Copyright © 2007 Bayside Christian Church.
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