• Population of 211,841 (Estimated Resident Population 2008)
• Leading commercial and industrial centre for Victoria's south-west
• Enviable lifestyle
• 15,000 business enterprises
• A multiskilled work force of 100,000 people
• Sustainable economic growth
• Comprehensive infrastructure
• Extensive transport links

There has never been a better time to be part of the Geelong Region's business community.  Geelong offers a compelling mix of location, services and lifestyle.  Geelong's positive attitude to growth combined with excellent facilities make many commercial and industrial developments possible.

The Geelong economy has experienced considerable diversification over the past decade with sectors such as retailing, hospitality, health, research, biotechnology and education providing increasing employment opportunities.  Manufacturing once Geelong's largest employment sector, continues to play an important economic role with many new jobs being created in niche markets such as food processing. 

Geelong's highly diverse range of business and industry provide a wealth of opportunities for compatible businesses seeking to value-add or benefit from the City's existing infrastructure and economic activity.  Residential and commercial building activity are at record levels. Private sector spending and trade through the Port of Geelong are at their strongest levels for many years. Unemployment is on par with the Victorian State average and investor interest in the Region is unprecedented.

For detailed information on Geelong's business and strengths download one of our publications.

Contacting the Economic Development Unit
City of Greater Geelong
131 Myers Street
PO Box 104
GEELONG VICTORIA 3220
Telephone: (03) 5272 4888
Facsimile: (03) 5272 4855
Email: ecoinfo@geelongcity.vic.gov.au