Council approves sale of land at former Salesyard

A MAJOR milestone has been met in the transformation of the former Geelong Salesyard site, with the City of Greater Geelong council approving the sale of the land at 125-135 Weddell Road North Geelong.

The decision follows a period of community engagement in which feedback was considered before the council resolved to proceed with the sale of about 2.5 to 2.8 hectares of the 4.3-hectare site.

The land is earmarked for higher density housing, quality public spaces, community facilities and limited commercial uses.

Geelong mayor Stretch Kontelj said the sale supports the long-term vision for the precinct.

“This is a key step in unlocking the site’s potential and delivering a vibrant, liveable precinct that meets the needs of our growing community.

“We’re grateful to everyone who took the time to provide feedback and help shape the future of this important site.”

Cr Anthony Aitken said the redevelopment would bring lasting benefits to the northern suburbs of Geelong.

“This site presents a unique and very rare opportunity to revitalise former industrial land into a residential oasis so close to the CBD of Geelong and North Geelong Railway Station.

“We’re excited about what this could mean for North Geelong – more homes, better public spaces, and a design that reflects what the community wants.”

The land will be offered for sale through a public process.

The city will retain about 1.5 to 1.76 hectares of the site for drainage infrastructure.

For more information about the precinct plan, head to geelongaustralia.com.au/saleyards