Giving vital Hope to our community

For more than 30 years Hope Bereavement Care has provided critical support for members of the Geelong community when they need it most.

The not-for-profit organisation based in Geelong offers free services when..

Norlane Community Initiatives

Norlane Community Initiatives was established in January 2018 by Simon and Kaylene Reeves.

The registered charitable organisation came on the back of another community group Urban Seed, which had been operating in Norlane..

Lara Netball Club welcomes players of all abilities, as the club looks to the future

A mentoring program and an All Abilities team are just some of Lara Netball Club’s exciting new developments this year, as the club prepares for the second half of the season.

The club,..

Bisinella’s Apple Gum Estate, Lara – register now

Register your interest now for land in Stage 1 of the Apple Gum Estate, Lara.

This new residential estate is coming soon to Lara.

Apple Gum Estate will feature 28 lots and will..

Baywater Estate Stage 10 – Titles Issued

Titles have now been issued for land in Stage 10 of Bisinella Developments’ Baywater Estate in Curlewis.

Situated on the northern shores of the Bellarine Peninsula, Baywater Estate is the only waterfront residential land for sale..

Constructions begins on Lara Central Estate – Stage 9

Construction of Stage 9 in Bisinella Developments’ Lara Central Estate has commenced.

There are 18 lots available for sale in Stage 9 of Lara Central Estate, with land ranging in size from 430m2..

Pirra Homestead hosts 11th annual Lara Food & Wine Festival

Cooking demonstrations, a cook-off and the chance to sample some of the region’s finest food and wine were just some of the highlights from this month’s Lara Food and Wine Festival.

Pirra Homestead..

Pirra Homestead prepares to host the 11th annual Lara Food and Wine Festival

Food and wine enthusiasts can sample some of the region’s finest food and wine, meet local producers, and enjoy cooking demonstrations and a cook-off at this month’s Lara Food and Wine Festival.

Pirra..

Want to be a leader of your community?

For the third year in a row, Bisinella Developments, one of the region’s largest land developers, is offering emerging leaders of our community the opportunity to develop their leadership skills.

Through their partnership..

Peter Farago from the Geelong Advertiser reports on the sale of the land to Bisinella.

Peter Farago from the Geelong Advertiser reports on the sale of the land to Bisinella. 'Land rush bites as Corio housing site sells for $3M above reserve'

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Final Stage of Lara Central Estate – Stage 8 – coming soon

Land in Stage 8 of Lara Central Estate will soon be available for sale.

This is the last stage of the Lara Central Estate which is located at 143-179 Flinders Avenue,..

Bisinella continues to invest strongly in industrial property

Bisinella’s industrial development division is set to power ahead in 2019.

With titles issued in November 2018 for stages 2 and 3 of the Bisinella Industrial Estate, construction of up to five new..

Bisinella’s revamp of toilet facilities at Geelong’s iconic Ss Peter & Paul’s Church is complete

A revamp of toilet facilities at Geelong’s historic Ss Peter & Paul’s Church, has been finalised with parish members welcoming the new amenities.

Bisinella Developments donated their time, expertise and costs of materials..

Bisinella’s new Wattle Estate, Corio due for early 2019 release

Bisinella Developments is proud to announce that it is now taking expressions of interest for people seeking to register for land in Wattle Estate, Corio.

Wattle Estate is a new residential estate in..

Lara Views Estate – now completed

Lara Views Estate is now completed with titles issued for Stage 7 – the final stage of the estate.

Lara Views Estate is situated at the corner of Forest Road North and Canterbury..

Lara Central Estate – Stage 9 – now selling

Land in Stage 9 of Lara Central Estate is now available for sale .

There are 18 lots available in Stage 9 of Lara Central Estate, with land ranging in size from 430m2..

Lara Carols at Pirra Homestead, Sunday December 16

Held on the grounds of Bisinella Developments’ iconic Pirra Homestead, the Lara Carols has been running for more than 10 years and is a popular family event on the community calendar each..

The club’s BioCATS program today reached a significant milestone with the 10,000th student participating in the program.

This morning, students from Bell Park North Primary School were welcomed into the club’s inner sanctum for a day of learning about cutting edge science, mathematics and health of footy.

BioCATS, run from..

Lara Views Estate - playground and park now open

One of the most attractive features of the Lara Views Estate is the generous provision of public open space.
Bisinella Developments’ Lara Views Estate features include 800 linear metres of walking track..

Giving Hope to Geelong families

A charity sports breakfast at GMHBA Stadium has raised approximately $21,500 for grieving Geelong families.

The 2018 Hope Charity Sports Breakfast was held on April 24 with special guests including former Geelong Cats..

Three-year sponsorship of BioCATS promotes benefits of sport to next generation

The Geelong Cats are pleased to announce Bisinella Developments have signed a three-year sponsorship extension of the club’s school program, BioCATS.
 
BioCATS, run from the club’s Deakin Cats Community Centre, is..

Welcome to Lara Lakes Estate - Register your interest now

Lara Lakes Estate, a 550-lot residential estate, due to be released later this year, will offer residents the benefits of a country lifestyle with all of the comforts of city living.

The estate..

Lara Food & Wine Festival celebrates 10th anniversary

Thousands of food and wine lovers flocked to Bisinella Developments’ historic Pirra Homestead earlier this year, for the 10th annual Lara Food & Wine Festival.
Held on Sunday March 25, the festival..

Bisinella scholarships target future leaders of Lara and northern suburbs

Bisinella Developments has committed to sponsoring eight scholarship places in 2018 for the Committee for Geelong’s (CfG) Activate leadership program.

Activate is a foundational leadership program that targets emerging regional leaders and..

Baywater Estate – Stage 9 – now selling

Lots in Stage 9 of Baywater Estate, Curlewis are now available.

Stage 9, which contains 32 lots, is located on the north-west side of Baywater Estate.  The land is elevated and overlooks..

Three-year sponsorship targets sport clubs of the North

The $45,000 sponsorship from the Lara-based land development company, will help the club to continue to provide critical sport access for youth in the northern suburbs.

The sponsorship agreement follows an August 2017..

Baywater Estate, Curlewis - stage 8 – now selling

Escape the hustle and bustle of city living for the relaxed lifestyle of Baywater Estate, Curlewis.

Situated on the northern shores of the beautiful Bellarine Peninsula, Baywater Estate offers stress-free living in a..

Pirra Homestead plays host to Geelong’s business community

Bisinella Developments welcomed more than 170 members of Geelong’s business community to Pirra Homestead this week, for a Geelong Chamber of Commerce networking function.

Held at various locations around the region each month,..

Give Where You Live Foundation – Gold Sponsorship

 Bisinella Developments has been recognised with a plaque for its gold sponsorship of the Give Where You Live Foundation.

The community foundation aims to solve one of the most complex and entrenched social..

Pirra Homestead plays host to Sunday’s Lara Fun Run/Walk

Hundreds of people are expected to flock to Pirra Homestead on Sunday for the annual Lara Fun  Run/Walk.

The family-focused event starts and finishes in the gardens of Bisinella Developments’ beautiful Pirra Homestead...

Geelong’s stars of the future inspired by Bisinella leadership scholarships.

Confidence, courage and adapting to change – these are just some of the skills gained by local recipients of leadership scholarships provided by Bisinella Developments.

Scholarship recipients, Scott Millar, Lisa Emanuel, Brad..

Committee for Geelong announces Bisinella leadership scholarships

Committee for Geelong (CfG) member, Bisinella Developments, have offered three members of the Lara community scholarships to participate in the CfG’s first Activate leadership program of 2017.

This eight-week intensive program is..

Devonshire Tea at Pirra Mansion

Thousands of people will flock to the Bisinella family’s historic Pirra Homestead for the annual Lara Food and Wine Festival on Sunday, 26 March.

Special guest will be celebrity chef Janelle Bloom, one..

Bisinella commits to three year major sponsorship of Lara United

Bisinella Developments will be the major sponsor of Lara United Football Club for the next three years.

The sponsorship agreement was announced in January 2017 by managing director Lino Bisinella and club president..

Josh Cowan gives Lara Cats a lesson in dedication and perseverance

Emerging Geelong AFL midfielder Josh Cowan has been through tough times, but finally his dedication and perseverance is paying off.

After an horrendous run  of serious injuries restricted the pacy 25-year-old to just..

RPC Technologies commits to Geelong and Victoria

RPC Technologies has demonstrated its confidence in the future of advanced manufacturing in Geelong and Victoria by extending the lease on its flagship Corio facility until 2025.

Bisinella Developments constructed the state-of-the-art facility..

Lara Central taking shape

Five stages of Lara Central Estate will be constructed by mid year.

Locally owned and operated contractor Wellam Constructions constructed three stages in 2015 and expects to complete the next two stages by..

Grand Lakes Estate judged Victoria’s best

Grand Lakes Estate Lara has taken top honours in the urban development industry’s annual Victorian awards for excellence.

In a first for the Geelong region in the 20 year history of the UDIA..

Channel Nine - 'The Block' comes to Grand Lakes Estate, Lara

The Geelong Advertiser revealed that a $10,000 (approx) backyard overhaul at 8 Springwater Drive, Lara, by past contestant and local landscaper Dale Vine, as well as his partner from the show Brad..

Geelong Football Club’s Deakin Cats Community Centre welcomed its 30,000th visitor

The Geelong Football Club’s Deakin Cats Community Centre welcomed its 30,000th visitor yesterday since opening its doors in June 2013.

Over 20 months of operation, the Deakin Cats Community Centre has been utilised..

Celebrity line up at Pirra Mansion

Lino Bisinella’s historic Pirra Homestead will spring to life again on Sunday 23 March when thousands flock to the sixth annual Lara Food and Wine Festival.

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Celebrating 50 years in business

Lino Bisinella has been creating jobs in the Geelong region for 50 years.

A plasterer by trade, Lino started working for himself when still a teenager and within 18 months, in about October..

Bisinella gift inspires Lara to preserve its history

The new Lara Museum and Historical Centre – a unique partnership between Bisinella Developments and community volunteers dedicated to preserving the town’s heritage – opened to the public on Sunday 21 April..

Lara museum open

Come and see the old Lake Bank Hotel buildings (circa 1860), superbly restored and refurbished by Bisinella Developments.

View the collection of local historic items, memorabilia and video recordings started by..