The waterfront is Geelong's new playground. Once a run down
derelict area left over from the days of a wool shipping
port, this region has been transformed into one of
Australia's finest waterfront precincts.
Tens of millions of dollars from both government and
corporate investments have the area into the jewel of
Geelong. Restaurants, hotels, apartments and leisure areas
combine to make Geelong's waterfront a favorite for locals
and visitors alike.
The redevelopment
started in the mid 1990s with the redevelopment of the
historic Eastern Beach swimming enclosure.
Photo: This striking pavilion houses a historic working
carasoul which delights young and old
Cunningham Pier is used by Cruise
liners, Naval Vessels and Tall Ships when they visit
our city.
Parklands, and public works infrastructure soon began, with
beautiful streetscapes with palm and other exotic plantings.
The baywalk and artwork followed including the more than 100
bollards painted by local artist
Jan Mitchell. Parklands, Deakin University, The
Ford Discovery Centre,
Smorgy's Cunningham Pier development and Sheraton Four Seasons
Hotel soon followed.
Today the area is a
vibrant meeting place all year round and home to many of the
city's major events including the
Australia Day
Weekend Skandia Festival, New Years Festivities.
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