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Primary (Prep - Grade 6): History-Whose story? History of Geelong

History - Whose story? History of Geelong

Introduction

Geelong is the second largest city of VictoriaAustralia, and a major port on Corio Bay (an extension of Port Phillip Bay). Founded in 1837, its name is a derivation of the Aboriginal word jillong, which means “the place of the native companion,” referring to a long-legged water bird. 

About Corayo

About Corayo: A Thematic History of Greater Geelong front cover

History of Geelong

Geography of Geelong

Things in Geelong

Barwon Water

Water comes from rainfall

Barwon Water - Community and Education resources

First Nations

Djillong means 'a tongue of land' - pronounced Geelong since Europeans came to the area.

This website is about the region's Aboriginal history, culture and people.

Djillong Timeline

The local community - Wuddawurrung