Gallery: A nostalgic glimpse into the history of Geelong’s Eastern Beach

Countless memories have been made by generations of families at Geelong’s Eastern Beach. Take a walk down memory lane with photos from the city’s renowned landmark throughout the decades.

January 23, 1994. Eastern Beach.

Geelong’s Eastern Beach is one of the city’s most renowned landmarks. From its beloved Bay Walk bollards to its historical art-deco-style boardwalk, the waterfront reserve and aquatic precinct is a popular scenic destination. Built during the 1930s, the sea bath’s floating islands and diving tower have been enjoyed by generations of families.

December 4, 1993. Swimwear from Eastern Beach's heyday is modelled.

November 16, 1993. Newtown's Chris Frazer and Fitzroy's Tara Gilbee.

July 23, 1993. Geelong Cats footballer Bill Brownless and Corio MP Gavan O'Connor at Eastern Beach.

October 20, 1993. Gold prospector Colin Atkin, left, and his mate Geoff used a metal detector to search for valuables at Eastern Beach.

March 29, 1994. John Kipper cleaning up the hundreds of plaques on the promenade at Eastern Beach.

December 4, 1993. Cub Moomba waterski team at the Eastern Beach opening.

January 23, 1994. Kids jumping into the pool at Eastern Beach.

December 22, 1994. Tommy train at Eastern Beach.

November 1, 1993. Eastern Beach fountain replaced. Peter Connelly, Steve Reynolds and Pat Gage.

January 19, 1994. Nick Anderson, 17, of Newtown pictured with seaweed at Eastern Beach.

Originally published as Gallery: A nostalgic glimpse into the history of Geelong’s Eastern Beach