Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre: Two largest event spaces near completion

Structural work has been completed for the Geelong convention centre’s two largest event spaces, with roof panels now installed on the 15m structure of the 1000-seat plenary hall and purpose-built exhibition hall. SEE THE PROGRESS

Structural work has been completed for the Geelong convention centre’s two largest event spaces, with roof panels now installed on the 15m structure of the 1000-seat plenary hall and purpose-built exhibition hall.

It is another milestone moment for the build, which will include conference facilities, food and beverage retailers, a large public plaza, and a hotel overlooking Corio Bay.

Construction director Andrew Morgan said that Geelong’s largest infrastructure development was tracking on schedule and in full construction mode, with four cranes across the 1.6ha site to facilitate the more than 200 person workforce.

The Geelong convention centre has reached the half way mark of its build. Picture: Brad Fleet

Australian-owned contractor Built is overseeing the project’s execution, as construction partner for the Plenary Conventions consortium.

Mr Morgan, Built construction director, said the scale of the project was unlike anything he had seen in Geelong during his 25-year career, with the whole company feeling “immense pride”.

Geelong company Faulkner Roofing is installing 8000 sqm of roofing across the entire centre, including the halls, with local business Hanlon Industries suppling the 400 tonnes of locally manufactured steel for the structures.

Progress from above. Picture: Brad Fleet

Faulkner Roofing director Dane Hoyer said after operating in Geelong for over 20 years, it was rewarding to be apart of the significant local build.

“The project’s focus on supporting local is a game changer for so many businesses in the region, as well as our young apprentices who will learn their roofing trade on Geelong’s most impressive construction site,” he said.

The centre, known as the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre, is expected to be completed in 2026.

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