Community members are encouraged to shop, gift, dine and explore locally this Christmas.
By supporting local businesses instead of purchasing goods and services from Melbourne or interstate, we are helping to keep money within our community, creating jobs and fostering economic growth.
Shopping locally contributes to an eco-friendly holiday season by reducing the need for long-distance transportation and the associated carbon footprint. It also minimises the chance of shipping and postal delays.
Whether it's buying a Christmas present, getting the car fixed or booking a weekend away, there are so many options right in our own backyard:
Local shopping
Gift local
Local experiences
Word-of-mouth support
Mayor Stretch Kontelj
There are low-cost and free ways to help small businesses thrive.Geelong's vibrant local economy thrives on the strength and diversity of its small businesses, eateries, and cultural experiences.
The festive season presents a vital opportunity to support these local enterprises, contributing to the community's economic resilience and growth.
With cost-of-living challenges on our mind this Christmas, even a positive recommendation of local business or sharing a new discovery can make a difference to our economy and foster a sense of community.
Councillor Trent Sullivan
Shopping locally helps to preserve the individuality and charm that makes our community special.By choosing to shop, gift, and dine locally, community members can enjoy unique products and services that reflect the character and charm of our region, while sustaining local jobs and foster community pride.
If you can, help us invest in Geelong's future while enjoying all the region has to offer during this special time.
