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Where is Geelong, Australia?

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: December 10, 2025, 14:10 ET

Geelong is located on the southern coast of Victoria along the shores of Corio Bay, about 75 kilometres southwest of Melbourne. It lies between the Surf Coast and Great Ocean Road to the south and the Bellarine Peninsula to the east. It is famous for its waterfront precinct, industrial and sporting heritage, and its role as a major gateway to coastal attractions.

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Facts about Geelong, Australia

Country	Australia
State	Victoria
Region	Greater Geelong / Barwon South West
Location	On Corio Bay and the Barwon River, southwest of Melbourne
Coordinates	38.15° S, 144.36° E
Local Government Area	City of Greater Geelong
Founded	1838
Original Name	Geelong (from the Wadawurrung word “Djillong,” meaning “land,” “cliffs,” or “tongue of land”)
Elevation	~30 m
Population	Approx. 275,000
Area	Approx. 1,247 sq km (Greater Geelong)
Time Zone	AEST (UTC+10:00), AEDT (UTC+11:00 in summer)
Postcodes	3215–3220
Major Waterways	Corio Bay, Barwon River
Top Attractions	Geelong Waterfront, Eastern Beach, National Wool Museum, Geelong Botanic Gardens, Geelong Gallery, Scenic coastal drive to the Great Ocean Road.
Demonym	Geelong locals or “Geelongites”
Main Industries	Manufacturing, education, health services, tourism, transport, advanced technology
Nearest Airport	Avalon Airport (AVV)
Website	https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au

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