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GYBC serves up an 'ace' facility! Works now complete on Gorleston tennis courts
Work to transform the tennis courts along Gorleston's cliff top has now been completed and the courts will be open to the public for free as part of a short-term testing period from Saturday, July 1.
Final countdown for adrenaline-fuelled extravaganza Visit Great Yarmouth Wheels Festival in aid of EAAA
People are being reminded to gear up for fun as the Visit Great Yarmouth Wheels Festival returns for an exciting weekend of thrills and entertainment from 10am to 6pm on Saturday, July 1, and 10am to 4pm on Sunday, July 2.
Businesses encouraged to use low-noise fireworks for displays
Great Yarmouth Borough Council is encouraging business to opt for low-noise fireworks when looking to light up the sky with displays to ensure everyone can enjoy them.
Your chance to enjoy a free heritage walk or museum tour at the launch of exciting new volunteering project
Great Yarmouth Borough Council and East Suffolk Council have joined forces to launch an important new volunteering project, called Cultural Connections Volunteering, across the two Council areas.
Regional transport strategy recognised by the Department for Transport
The Department for Transport has written to Transport East, the region's sub-national transport body, to confirm government will now give 'regard' to the region's Transport Strategy.
500 Norfolk locations join the Refill Revolution and offer free water refills, and more
Norfolk residents and visitors can now top up their reusable water bottles for free at more than 500 locations across the county. Many locations also refill reusable coffee cups, lunch containers and groceries too.
Council to regain control of maintenance of social housing stock
Great Yarmouth Borough Council (GYBC) is set to take back responsibility for the maintenance of its social housing stock of more than 5,000 homes.
Visit Great Yarmouth Wheels Festival in aid of East Anglian Air Ambulance announces exciting exhibitors
A range of new of exhibitors have been announced for Visitor Great Yarmouth Wheels Festival in aid of EAAA as the two-day, free-to-attend festival prepares to take over the town's seafront.
Official opening for Great Yarmouth's upgraded Wellesley Recreation Ground
Great Yarmouth's Wellesley Recreation Ground, which contains what is thought to be the oldest wooden football grandstand in Britain - and possibly the world - is set to reopen to the public following major improvements.
Name revealed for Great Yarmouth's new £17m library, university and learning centre
Great Yarmouth Borough Council has revealed the name of the new £17m library, university and learning centre being developed in the town centre.
Children invited to enter competition to help name new refuse trucks
Great Yarmouth Borough Council has announced the launch of an exciting competition, inviting primary school-aged children to suggest creative and inspiring names for Great Yarmouth Services Limited's (GYS) five new refuse trucks.
Update on Christmas In The Parks
Unfortunately due to predicted high winds, we have taken the difficult decision to cancel this weekend's Christmas in The Parks events in Priory Gardens, Gorleston - but don't worry, Christmas isn't cancelled!
Rangers remind residents to clean up after four-legged friends this winter
Dog owners are being warned that dark nights and chilly weather are not an excuse to not clear up after their pets - and failing to do so could risk a very un-festive fine.
Council celebrates completion of Wellesley ticket office refurbishment
Designed by the prestigious Great Yarmouth Borough Architect J. W. Cockerill back in 1888, refurbishment works on the dilapidated building which was once the ticket office at Wellesley Recreation Ground are now complete.
More attractions unveiled for Great Yarmouth and Gorleston's Christmas in The Parks
Live music and a virtual reality experience are just some of the additional attractions for this year's Christmas in The Parks events in Great Yarmouth and Gorleston.
Council appoints operator for new Marina Centre and Phoenix Pool
Great Yarmouth Borough Council has appointed Freedom Leisure to operate the Great Yarmouth's new £26 million Marina Centre and its existing Phoenix Pool & Gym in Bradwell.
E-scooter trial declared a 'wheel' success as list of registered users grows to nearly ten thousand
Since its launch in April, Great Yarmouth Borough Council's e-scooter trial has grown so much in popularity as a greener alternative way to travel within the borough, it has doubled in size.
Council announces return of Christmas memorial service at Gorleston Crematorium
Residents are invited to attend a Christmas memorial service at the Crematorium Chapel in Gorleston to remember loved ones who have sadly passed away over the years.