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Game, set, match! Works to start on Gorleston tennis courts
Work to provide residents and visitors with improved tennis courts along Gorleston's cliff top will begin on Monday, March 13.
Council receives funding for beach wheelchair kiosk in Gorleston
Great Yarmouth Borough Council has received confirmation of funding to cover the costs of installing a wheelchair kiosk and all-access concrete table tennis tables at Gorleston Beach.
Third River Crossing is named
Last year we asked you to name the new Third River Crossing in Great Yarmouth, which can now be revealed!
New Government financial support for energy bills
People across the borough now have access to new Government financial support for energy bills.
Great Yarmouth Borough Council praised in Peer Challenge Report
In November 2022, the Council invited officer and political peers from the Local Government Association (LGA) and other councils to the organisation, to take part in what is known as a Corporate Peer Challenge.
Young People of Norfolk had their say as first Ice House public consultation is carried out
On Tuesday, young people between the ages of 16 and 25 had their say on the future use of the town's historical building, The Ice House. During the day's open space session, ideas and needs of our future generation were heard and documented. Students from East Coast College, Access Creative College and East Norfolk Sixth Form were in attendance.
Council announces arrival of state-of-the-art gym equipment for Phoenix Centre
Avid fitness fans who use the Phoenix Centre can look forward to testing out the newest, state-of-the-art equipment from Pulse Fitness.
The 'Out There' Festival draws a crowd of positivity
The weather was kind, and the mood was buoyant as visitors, artists, crew, volunteers, vendors and the seaside town were more than ready for the Out There Festival 2021 which was missed last year due to lockdown.
Council announces a change to households' normal rubbish and recycling collection days
Great Yarmouth Borough Council is preparing for a change in the collection days for rubbish and recycling bins collected from each household across the borough and will be giving residents advance notice in a letter drop of their new day of collection from 18 October.
Great Yarmouth's new Marina Centre - topping out ceremony
Great Yarmouth's new Marina Centre, currently taking shape on the resort's seafront, today (Thursday 23 September) moved another step closer to opening its doors to the public when a 'topping out' ceremony was held.
Great Yarmouth Christmas Market set to return bigger and brighter than ever with Christmas in The Parks
Great Yarmouth Borough Council has opened its applications for their 2021 'Christmas Market' as part of their exciting 'Christmas in the Parks' event.
School children's artwork to decorate panels as work begins on repairing the railings around St Nicholas School
As part of Great Yarmouth's £2.3m Heritage Action Zone Scheme, work has begun on repairing the railings surrounding St Nicholas School in Great Yarmouth.
Gorleston Beach recognised in the top ten percent of attractions worldwide
Tripadvisor has announced that Gorleston Beach has been awarded a Travellers' Choice Award after being ranked within the top 10 percent of attractions across the world, as well as eighth place in the Best Beaches in UK and Channel Islands.
Great Yarmouth chosen to host end of season Triathlon
Great Yarmouth has been chosen by Active Training World, one of the largest endurance events companies in the UK, to host their end of season finale Triathlon.
Reconstruction work begins on fire damaged building at Claydon Pavillion
After falling victim to an arson attack back in 2019, engulfed the roof of the Claydon Pavilion, as well as damaging the changing rooms and other facilities, contractors begin the reconstruction work today to restore the spoiled building back to its original glory.
Council announces scorching new art competition as grand opening of the new Marina Centre draws nearer
With just under a year to go until the new Marina Centre is unveiled, Great Yarmouth Borough Council has launched a new art competition for children and young people of all ages and abilities.
Equinor consolidates Norfolk wind operations to position for future growth
Equinor, operator of Dudgeon and Sheringham Shoal offshore wind farms off the Norfolk coast, has today announced it will combine the operations for both wind farms into one hub in Great Yarmouth.
Great Yarmouth opens hidden heritage gems to the public for Heritage Open Days Festival
Great Yarmouth Borough Council has co-ordinated with Heritage Open Days to promote an extensive assortment of events to the borough for residents and visitors to enjoy for the annual celebration.