old geelong gaol

The Geelong Gaol Museum is housed in the 170-year-old Geelong Gaol, the third oldest prison in Victoria. Opening in 1853 and closing in 1991 it housed male and female prisoners.

Over its history, it has been used as an industrial school for young girls, a hospital gaol and a military detention barracks. It was the site of 6 executions.

Today it houses display illustrating not only the history of the Geelong Gaol but the history of the corrections of Victoria.

It features displays on the Hulks, Colonial Prisons, Executions and Saga Behind the Armour along with some of the prisoner stories who have spent time behind the bluestone walls.

The Geelong Gaol Museum is open on weekends, school holidays and public holidays.

By Warren Strybosch

Minimum age at time of contribution now 55

Home sale proceeds to be used for new home exempt under asset test for 24 months and deemed at lower rate.

Pension suspended instead of cancelled for up to two years where lost (at least partially) due to employment income.

Pensioner Concession Card retained for up to two years where pension lost due to employment income.

Administration and management costs capped and home care package exit fees banned allowing clients to change service providers without charge.