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Aireys Inlet VIC 3221 Lighthouse Tours are conducted hourly from 10am to 4pm (daily Jan to Easter) rest of year 11am to 2pm daily.
One of the Great Ocean Road’s unmistakable landmarks is the Split Point lighthouse which looms large and bold on the horizon as you travel this famous coastal road. The 34 meter tower was built in 1891 and was a welcome sight to mariners navigating the dangerous coastline.
The 360 degree views from the balcony are spectacular and a great opportunity for photographers. |
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From Melbourne follow the Princes Highway (M1) to the Geelong bypass (veer right) which will bring you out on A1 then take The Great Ocean Road to Torquay Anglesea then to Aireys Inlet.
Approx Distance from Melbourne 122km Approx travel time 1 hour 45 minutes.
During peak periods travelling times will increase on the Great Ocean Road |
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Connecting V/Line Coach service to coastal towns including Torquay, Anglesea, Aireys Inlet, Lorne and Apollo Bay. Information 131 638
McHarrys Urban Bus Lines to Geelong, Bellarine Peninsula, Anglesea, Aireys Inlet, Lorne Apollo Bay
Information phone 03 5223 2111 |
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Wildlife encounters are common along the Great Ocean Road so be very aware, especially at dusk when activity is more prolific.
Also be aware of vehicles following make sure you stop or divert safely. |
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Local laws prohibit sleeping in vehicles in a public place. Please ensure you arrange suitable accommodation proir to your trip |
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West Coast Railway Melbourne, Geelong, Warrnambool and return 7 days week
Ph: 03 5226 6500 www.wcr.com.au
V/Line trains run throughout the day from Melbourne to Geelong and Geelong to Melbourne 7 days a week.
Information 13 6196 or www.vline.com.au |
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Harvey / Jackson Street Anglesea VIC 3230 ** PRE-XMAS AVAILABILITY
Rare opportunity for Xmas at the Beach!
Dec 21st to 25th Departure 4pm.
*Conditions Apply on Application. Applies to Dec 2023.
ALL ANGLESEA HEIGHTS BOOKINGS ARE DIRECT TO OWNER.
No Agents. No Booking fee. No administration extras for cancellations.
No Cleaning Fee. No Linen Fee. FLEXIBLE LEASING FLEXIBLE HOURS
From the time you enter the Skyline Penthouse apartment, you will be inspired by the design and beautiful stairway that leads to your romantic retreat.
This stunning one bedroom penthouse not only boasts magnificent ocean and bay views, but stunning hinterland views to complete the picture.
Skyline Penthouse overlooks the Great Ocean Road, just 5 minutes walk from the patrolled beach and surf club. |
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| Anglesea Information Centre |
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Great Ocean Road Anglesea VIC 3230 On the Great Ocean Road Aireys Inlet side of town.
Run by friendly Volunteers who provide local information and travelling advice. Open daily from 10am to 4pm during peak periods. Clean toilets, plenty of parking and the kids can fish from the boardwalk behind centre. |
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By the Bush, Beach or River.
There are BBQ's, picnic facilities and toilets marked on the town map- see maps in menu |
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Wildlife encounters are common along the Great Ocean Road so be very aware, especially at dusk when activity is more prolific.
Also be aware of vehicles following make sure you stop or divert safely. |
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Local laws prohibit sleeping in vehicles in a public place. Please ensure you arrange suitable accommodation proir to your trip |
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Local laws prohibit sleeping in vehicles in a public place. Please ensure you arrange suitable accommodation proir to your trip |
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Uniting Church contact phone 5232 1360
Star Of The Sea Catholic Church 5237 6782
St Aidans Anglican Church 5237 6615
Synergy Christian Church 0418 528 672 |
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Wildlife encounters are common along the Great Ocean Road so be very aware, especially at dusk when activity is more prolific.
Also be aware of vehicles following make sure you stop or divert safely. |
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| RACV -Apollo Bay Auto Care |
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Oak Avenue (Industrial Estate) Apollo Bay VIC 3233 Having trouble with your vehicle Contact Andrew Aggenbach |
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| Travelling On From Apollo Bay |
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Apollo Bay to
Cape Otway Lightstation 40minutes 34kms
Lavers Hill approx 1 hour 48kms
Otway Fly 1 hour 10 minutes 68kms
12 Apostles 1hr 15minutes Approx 90 kms
Port Campbell 1 hour 30 minutes 106kms
Lorne 1 hour approx 45 minutes
Geelong 1 hour 40minutes 190kms
Queenscliff/Sorrento Ferry via G.O.R.
2 hours 30 minutes 130kms |
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| Off The Wharf Fish Shop "Wild Caught" |
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Bullock Island Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 Lakes Entrance is home to a large fishing fleet which supply Lakes Entrance Fishermen's Co-Op fish shop on Bullock Island.
So if you are looking for a variety of locally caught fresh fish, crays in season, prawns, oysters, mussels, etc etc then the Off The Wharf Fresh Fish shop is the place to shop. |
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| Queenscliff and the Bellarine Holiday Hire |
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PO Box 317 Queenscliff VIC 3225 Hire for baby, child, medical mobility or outdoor |
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| Bermagui Visitor Information Centre |
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Bermagui Community Centre Bunga Street Bermagui NSW 2546 Open: 7 days 10am to 4pm. Call in and see Christine and her friendly group of volunteers. Brochures, maps, accommodation info, tours etc etc |
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| Cann River Information Centre |
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11 Genoa Street Cann River VIC The Info/Community Centre is located in the main street just before the garage. Call in for any up to date information re Croajingolong National Park and of course Cann River |
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Cape Paterson Road Inverloch VIC 3996 Inside: All Tides
Suicide: High Tide
Eagles Nest: High Tide
Shack Bay: High or Low Tide
Twin Reefs: Low Tide
The Oaks: All Tides
For up to date information re the best waves in the area contact the team at Serious Surf in Williams Street Inverloch. |
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A particularly beautiful area of the NSW Far South Coast originally settled by whalers and now a fishing port and a popular, but relatively undeveloped, holiday resort town. Eden, located 476km south of Sydney, is the last town of any significance before crossing the border into north eastern Victoria. With a population of just over 3,000, it is situated 50m above sea level upon undulating land on a point that juts out into Twofold Bay. This idyllic coastal town is bounded to the north and south by National Park and by woodland to the West. |
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Emergency Services 000
Eden Ambulance 13 12 33
Pambula Hospital 6495 6002
Bega Hospital 6492 9111
Dental Surgery 6496 4222
Curalo Medical Centre 6496 3322
Police 6496 1444
Water Police 6496 0699
Fire 6496 1506
NRMA Road Service 6496 1529
Taxi 6496 1180 |
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Beach Drive - Book at Mobil Service Station (02) 6496 1370 |
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Aboriginal Evangelical Church
Sunday 11.00am Corner Moorhead and Clare Streets
Pastor: Ossie Cruse Phone: 6496 2186
Youth Chaplin: Tim Maher Phone: 6496 1757
St John’s, Anglican
Sunday 10.00am Calle Calle Street
Rev. Helen Cowgill Phone: 6496 1466
Catholic
Vigil Mass Saturday 6.00pm
Our Lady Star of the Sea, Calle Calle Street
Priest: Father Peter Gannon Phone: 6495 1880
Sisters of St Joseph Convent Phone: 6496 3367
Church of Christ Sunday 6.00pm
RSL Hall, Corner Bass and Calle Calle Streets
Pastor: Brian Dixon Phone: 6496 3367
Uniting Traditional Sunday 9.30am
St George’s, Chandos Street
Pastor: Judith Dalton Phone: 6496 2501 |
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Cnr Mitchell St & Princes Hwy Eden NSW 2551 Friendly, Helpful Service awaits you.
Huge range of displays, literature, maps.
Assistance with accommodation, attractions, tours and general information about Eden and surrounds.
Book whale watching, bay cruises and deep sea fishing trips. |
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Pambula Beach Road Pambula Beach NSW 2549 The only 12 month indoor multi-use aquatic centre in the Bega Valley Shire - A Tourist Facility - General Recreation.
Learn to swim, Baby Boomers & Older Programs, Warm water exercise, Access for the disabled, Young children’s water confidence programs, Kids Water Playground. Aged therapy. |
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2 Sea FM 104.7 FM
"The Voice of the Sapphire Coast"
Bega to Mallacoota |
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31 Main Street Foster VIC 3960 Clothing, books, toys, collectables new and used gently. Jewellery and gemstones etc etc. Call in for a browse. Check off season opening hours. |
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Inverloch VIC 3996 Discovery and naming of the Inverloch area undoubtedly rests with Samuel Anderson who settled on the Bass River in Western Port in 1835 some six weeks after Batman and Fawkner made their famous landing in Port Phillip. |
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Runs From Spencer Street to Inverloch and
Inverloch to Spencer Street 7 Days a Week
3 Times a Day During The Week.
Saturday Twice. Sunday Once
You Can Purchase a Ticket From The Driver
Information & Timetable 136 196 |
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| Melbourne to Inverloch by Car |
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Take the Monash Freeway (M1) to the Cranbourne/Phillip Island Exit. Proceed through Cranbourne and follow the Bass Highway (A420) through Grantville, Anderson, Wonthaggi, Inverloch
Approximately 144kms 2+ hours |
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P.O. Box 154 Inverloch VIC 3996 Labour Day Weekend.
Inverloch comes alive during March when the Annual Jazz Festival is held. Festivities commence on Friday evening with non stop music through to late Sunday afternoon. Live entertainment in the streets, local shops, restaurants cafes, parks, halls it is a great family weekend in Inverloch.
Book your accommodation early to avoid disappointment. |
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| Island Summer Carnival Phillip Island |
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Cnr Thompson Avenue and Ventnor Road Cowes VIC 3922 Every year from the 26th December to the 26th January Amusement Services Australia operates the Island Summer Carnival at Cowes.
All the big rides are here including the: Spaceroller, Starship, Kamikaze & Midnight Madness!
We also have a brilliant selection of Fairground and Activity Games and we always invite 3rd party attractions such as: Animals on the Move, Snake Handlers, The Mini FX Team, & for the grand finale, Australia Day Fireworks. |
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Camping not permitted on any public reserve or beach includes sleeping in cars-Penalties Apply.
Open Fires not permitted anywhere in the shire or on the beaches - Heavy Penalties Apply
Alcohol Not permitted in the streets at any time and is not permitted in public places between sunset and sunrise
Penalties Apply. Information: 5671 2211 |
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Anglican – The Crescent.
Assembly of God – 17 Bear Street.
Catholic – Scarborough Street.
Uniting – Williams Street. |
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At Shire Offices in Reilly Street
Open Monday-Friday 10am-12.30
Mon 1.30pm to 6pm Tuesday & Wednesday 1.30 to 4pm
Thursday & Friday 1.30 to 5pm
Saturday Morning 10am to 1pm
Ph: 5674 1169
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2 papers cover the Inverloch area
The Leongatha Star and The Sentinel Times
both of which are published and available for sale late Tuesday |
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Community Hall A'Beckett Street Inverloch VIC 3996 Markets are held regularly during summer holidays.
The Inverloch Community Farmers Market is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month at The Glades and Rainbow Park from 8am to 5pm.
Inverloch Rotary Market in A'Beckett Street opposite Alex Scott is usually held on major weekends throughout the year.
Up to date Market Information from Inverloch Information Centre in A'Beckett Street. |
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Cape Paterson Road Inverloch VIC 3996 Inside: All Tides
Suicide: High Tide
Eagles Nest: High Tide
Shack Bay: High or Low Tide
Twin Reefs: Low Tide
The Oaks: All Tides
For up to date information re the best waves in the area contact the team at Serious Surf in Williams Street Inverloch. |
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| Gas Linc Plumbing & Gasfitting |
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Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 Contact Lincoln Vandersteen for Prompt Service
- Sanitary - Gas - Water - Servicing - Maintenance - Solar
- Bathroom Renovations
- Air Conditioning - Hot Water - Heating - Cooking |
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| Lakes Entrance Tyre Service |
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Unit 8/59 Whiters Street Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 Caravan Tyres and Puncture Repairs
Stockists of all Major Brands of Car and Truck Tyres
4x4 Wheels and Tyres
Trailer, Industrial and Forklift Tyres
Call Rick for a Free Quote |
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9 Heatherlea Grove (P.O. Box 70) Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 "The Heart of the Community"
Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
Check our website for details on courses etc. |
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| R.E.A.L. Garden Centre Open 7 Days |
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Cnr Princes Hwy & Comers Rd Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 Everything for your Garden Path or Driveway
Gravel and Soils - Plain or Mix
Mulches - Course, Fine and Coloured
Gravel - Crushed Rock, Road Bases, Stone etc
Pebbles - Off White, Cream, Brown |
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| Gas Linc Plumbing & Gasfitting |
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Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 Contact Lincoln Vandersteen for Prompt Service
- Sanitary - Gas - Water - Servicing - Maintenance - Solar
- Bathroom Renovations
- Air Conditioning - Hot Water - Heating - Cooking |
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| Off The Wharf Fish Shop "Wild Caught" |
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Bullock Island Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 Lakes Entrance is home to a large fishing fleet which supply Lakes Entrance Fishermen's Co-Op fish shop on Bullock Island.
So if you are looking for a variety of locally caught fresh fish, crays in season, prawns, oysters, mussels, etc etc then the Off The Wharf Fresh Fish shop is the place to shop. |
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| King and Heath First National Real Estate |
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591 Esplanade Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 If you are thinking of
BUYING, SELLING or RENTING
In and around LAKES ENTRANCE
Bairnsdale, Metung or Paynesville then contact
King and Heath First National Real Estate |
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| HIRE EQUIPMENT OR WE REPAIR/SERVICE YOURS |
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Cnr Princes Hwy & Comers Road Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 R.E.A.L Garden Centre Open 7 Days
Qualified Mechanics 35 Years Experience Sell and Repair
Lawnmowers, Ride On Mowers, Zero Turn Mowers, Small Engines, Brush Cutters, Line Trimmers, Utility/ATV Vehicles, Chainsaws.
Parts and Accessories Available |
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| Aboriginal Art Gallery at Forestec |
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27 Scriveners Road Kalimna West (Lakes Entrance) VIC 3909 Offering a wide range of artworks in a warm and engaging space, the Aboriginal Art Gallery gives visitors an opportunity to feel the connection that Traditional Owners have to Country and culture.
No Admittance Charge |
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| Lakes Entrance Tyre Service |
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Unit 8/59 Whiters Street Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 Caravan Tyres and Puncture Repairs
Stockists of all Major Brands of Car and Truck Tyres
4x4 Wheels and Tyres
Trailer, Industrial and Forklift Tyres
Call Rick for a Free Quote |
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| Everything At Your Fingertips |
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Lakes Entrance caters well for the huge influx of visitors during main holiday periods. 2 local supermarkets both fully licenced are always well stocked and offer competitive prices. The main street of town - the Esplanade is several kilometres of speciality shops, restaurants, cafes and takeaways. |
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Another lasting memory of your Lakes Entrance holiday is the spectacular New Years Eve fireworks. Visitors and locals alike line up for hours for the best vantage points to witness this annual event. The skies over Lakes Entrance are splintered withh all the colours of the rainbow- a spectacle rarely seen on this scale outside of a major city. |
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Marvel at the magnicient wood sculptures along the Esplanade, many of which depict scenes from the first world war |
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| Picnic Areas With Free BBQS |
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Apex Park across the road from the Information Centre is the most popular location with BBQ's, tables, childrens playground and toilets.
Watch the boats being launched into the North Arm and the Pelicans going about their daily business.
Eastern Beach is also a very popular family BBQ area.
Image compliments Quaritsch Photography |
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Lake Entrance VIC 3909 Call Jeff Porter for Prompt Service
UHF/FM Antenna Installations and Repairs
Home Entertainment Set Up
Video Distribution
Pre Wiring of New Houses
In House Alarms
Free to Air Satellite Digital TV
Telephone Installation |
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| RE/MAX GENESIS REAL ESTATE |
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1/247 Esplanade Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 RE/MAX Genesis combines professional experience and local knowledge, bringing trust and a commitment to customer service and quality.
We believe that everything we do boils down to the human connection.
Our clients are at the heart of what we do, and what we say we deliver, we will deliver.
In everything we do, we honour these relationships.
RE/MAX Genesis offers a well-rounded home buying, selling and property management experience in the entire East Gippsland.
Whether you are a Seller, Purchaser, Landlord or Tenant, we are dedicated and committed to always deliver more than expected. |
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St. Nicholas Anglican Church
Church Street Ph: 5155 1748
St Brendan's Catholic Church
Princes Highway Ph: 5155 1292
Uniting Church
Esplanade (next to Bellevue) Ph: 5155 1416
Baptist Church
141 Princes Highway (Sydney Side) Ph: 5155 2884
Lakes Community Church (AOG)
125 Palmers Road Lakes Entrance (just past shire building)
Ph: 5155 3277 |
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Lorne VIC Click on the link below to visit the Lorne Historical Society website. |
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| NIB Lorne Mountain to Surf Run |
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Mountjoy Parade Lorne VIC Every January
Further Details
Lorne Surf Life Saving Club |
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Local laws prohibit sleeping in vehicles in a public place. Please ensure you arrange suitable accommodation proir to your trip |
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| Getting to Lorne By Train: |
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Trains from interstate capital cities arrive at Melbourne’s Spencer Street station connecting services to Geelong and Warrnambool |
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Tatts Pokies at the Lorne Hotel in Mountjoy Parade |
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| Getting to Lorne by Public Transport |
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V-Line train/coach services depart Melbourne daily to Geelong, and along The Great Ocean Road to Lorne and Apollo Bay. Return coach services connect from Apollo Bay to Port Campbell and Warrnambool on Fridays all year round (extra services main holiday period). V-line enquiries 136 196 |
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86-88 Mountjoy Parade Lorne VIC (opposite pool)
Church Service Sundays at 10am.
Contact Pam |
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Shop 3, 154 Mountjoy Parade Lorne VIC Full Range Postal Products, Gifts, Post Cards, Bank@Post, Passports. |
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Follow the Princes Highway (M1) from Melbourne to Geelong Ring Road distance 65km (1 hour) then take the C134 through Bellbrae to the Great Ocean Road (B100) to Lorne approximately 40km. During peak periods travelling times will increase on the Great Ocean Road so you may wish to travel the (A1) to Waurn Ponds turn left to Moriac follow the Cape Otway Road turning left onto (C151) to Deans Marsh then onto Lorne. Generally a lot quicker and the roads are good. Or you can follow the (A1) to Winchelsea turn left onto (C151) to Deans Marsh then onto Lorne. |
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| Erskine River Trading Company |
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4b Mountjoy Parade Lorne VIC 3232 From Melbourne over the bridge on your right.
A unique, small shop full of surprises check out the range of furniture, homewares, special gifts, body and skin care.
Call in and have a chat with Cam |
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| Deans Marsh Organic Produce Market |
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1st Sunday of Month |
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| Lorne Visitor Information |
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15 Mountjoy Parade Lorne VIC 3232 General Information on Lorne and Surrounds.
Accommodation Information.
Free Maps & Visitor Guides.
Souvenirs etc |
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| Travelling On From Lorne... |
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Airey's Inlet 18km
Anglesea 28km
Torquay 48km
Geelong 65km Approx 1 hour 10minutes
Queenscliff Car/Passenger Ferry 96km
Melbourne 136km Approx 2hours 20 minutes
Deans Marsh 23
Winchelsea 46km
Cumberland River 7km
Wye River 15km
Kennett River 22km
Skenes Creek 30km
Apollo Bay 46km
Lavers Hill 96km
Princetown 126km
The 12 Apostles 132km Approx 2 hours 30minutes
Port Campbell 145km
Peterborough 160km
Warrnambool 211km |
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1 Ocean Road Lorne VIC (Melb side bridge).
Full range of Groceries, Meats, Deli Foods, Fresh Produce, Liquor |
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| Lorne News and Tattslotto |
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Lavers Hills Road Colac VIC For the racing enthusiast the nearest racecourse is the Colac Turf Club situated in Lavers Hills Road Colac is a 1 hour drive from Lorne via C151. The club races from September to April has excellent facilities Full TAB/Bookmakers |
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Wildlife encounters are common along the Great Ocean Road so be very aware, especially at dusk when activity is more prolific.
Also be aware of vehicles following make sure you stop or divert safely. |
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| Meeniyan Motel - Free Wi-Fi |
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119 - 129 Whitelaw Street Meeniyan VIC 3956 We offer old fashioned country hospitality in the heart of South Gippsland. Breakfast to rooms, spacious grounds, salt water Pool, BBQs, all Rooms air conditioned. Central to all Prom Country attractions. Ideal for families, couples and singles. All shops within walking distances. Hotel next door, supermarket open 7 days, pizza shop, cafe's and restaurant. Rail Trail across the road. |
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2 Sea FM 104.7 FM
"The Voice of the Sapphire Coast"
Bega to Mallacoota Coverage |
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Sapphire Coast Drive - Bookings (02) 6495 4177
Tura Beach at Country Club Info (02) 6495 9068 |
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| Doctor - Merimbula Medical Centre |
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Anglican - Main Street (02) 6495 3307
Catholic - Main Street (02) 6495 1880
Uniting - Collins Street (02) 6495 4780
Gospel Fellowship (02) 6495 7773 |
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Shop 6 Merimbula Plaza Merimbula NSW 2548 Original Artwork. Gallery. Gifts. Art Supplies. Handcrafted Jewellery. |
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Reid Street (02) 6495 1366 |
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Shop 4 Park Lane Merimbula NSW 2548 (behind Rockmans)
Fine selection of art, craft and giftware |
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| Cycle N Surf - Bicycle/Beach Hire |
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Shop 1B Marine Parade Merimbula NSW 2548 Bicycles for Hire - all sizes all ages.
Ask Cindy for a map to explore Merimbula at your pace.
Feel like a surf no board, no problem, hire one!
Also Wet Suits and Boogie Boards for Hire |
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Sapphire Coast Drive Kalaru NSW 2550 One of the finest country tracks in Australia situated in a bushland setting between Merimbula and Bega. Excellent viewing areas, undercover and on lawns. 3 bars food outlets, bookmakers, TAB. |
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| Sapphire Coast Regional Airport |
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Arthur Kaine Drive Merimbula NSW 2548 Daily flights to Melbourne and Sydney with Regional Express Airlines. Plan your Merimbula weekend away or annual holiday on the magnificent Sapphire Coast of NSW.
Hire cars available at airport or most accommodators from Eden to Merimbula have a courtesy vehicle to pick you up from the airport. |
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Shop 12 Market Street Merimbula NSW 2548 (next to Retravision)
Original local artwork for sale.
Beautiful gifts for that special memento |
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Shop 1B Marine Parade Merimbula NSW 2548 Hire Bikes, Surfboards and Boogie Boards also bike sales and service |
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Pambula Beach Road Pambula Beach NSW 2549 The only 12 month indoor multi-use aquatic centre in the Bega Valley Shire - A Tourist Facility - General Recreation.
Learn to swim, Baby Boomers & Older Programs, Warm water exercise, Access for the disabled, Young children’s water confidence programs, Kids Water Playground. Aged therapy. |
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| Gas Linc Plumbing & Gasfitting |
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Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 Contact Lincoln Vandersteen for Prompt Service
- Sanitary - Gas - Water - Servicing - Maintenance - Solar
- Bathroom Renovations
- Air Conditioning - Hot Water - Heating - Cooking |
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Lake Entrance VIC 3909 Call Jeff Porter for Prompt Service
UHF/FM Antenna Installations and Repairs
Home Entertainment Set Up
Video Distribution
Pre Wiring of New Houses
In House Alarms
Free to Air Satellite Digital TV
Telephone Installation |
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| HIRE EQUIPMENT OR WE REPAIR/SERVICE YOURS |
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Cnr Princes Hwy & Comers Road Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 R.E.A.L Garden Centre Open 7 Days
Qualified Mechanics 35 Years Experience Sell and Repair
Lawnmowers, Ride On Mowers, Zero Turn Mowers, Small Engines, Brush Cutters, Line Trimmers, Utility/ATV Vehicles, Chainsaws.
Parts and Accessories Available |
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| East Coast Surf School - Point Leo & Peninsula |
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Point Leo Surf Beach Point Leo VIC Open all year round. Qualified Instructors
All equipment is provided.
Our main location is Point Leo but alternative locations include Shoreham, Flinders, Gunnamatta and Portsea (depending on surf conditions). |
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| Queenscliff and the Bellarine Holiday Hire |
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PO Box 317 Queenscliff VIC 3225 Hire for baby, child, medical mobility or outdoor |
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San Remo VIC San Remo, 120 kilometres from Melbourne is situated on Western Port Bay and is the gateway to Phillip Island which is accessed by bridge. For the holiday maker there are numerous activities in and around San Remo to make your stay a memorable one. There is a sheltered beach at the back of town and great surfing can be found at Griffiths Point. The jetty area is always alive with visitors who flock to the town to witness the feeding of the Pelicans who line up for their free lunch of fish scraps every day at 12 noon. |
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Rhyll VIC 3923 The picturesque village of Rhyll situated on beautiful Swan Bay north-east of Phillip Island has always been a haven for boating and fishing with an excellent all tides boat ramp, 2 jetties, yacht club, angling club and sailing school. Today the town is a much sought after holiday destination with a full range of accommodation. Complimenting the quality accommodation is the fully licensed Foreshore Bar and Grill offering 180 degree water views in a warm and relaxing atmosphere, Hire a Boat and head out into the bay with the anticipation of catching the big snapper. |
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French Island VIC 3921 Close to Melbourne, but in many ways worlds apart, French Island which is twice the size of Phillip Island two thirds being National Park is only 65 kilometers from Melbourne, yet is still a mystery to many Victorians who know little - if anything - about this intriguing Western Port island.
It is the only unincorporated territory in Victoria, meaning no shire, no rates, no access, except by boat. It has a permanent population of about 100 people who are mostly into farming and/or tourism. The French Island people are self regulating, have dirt roads and take life a little slower.
Inter Island Ferries travel to French Island from Stony Point and Phillip Island. |
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San Remo VIC The Woolamai Picnic Races always attract a large crowd over the summer months - take a picnic lunch and enjoy great day out for all the family.
Information 03 5678 2344 |
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Phillip Island is famous for its adrenalin pumping international motorcycle and car racing events.
Motorbike enthusiasts from around the world converge on Phillip Island twice a year to see the big bikes in action at the Superbike World Championship and the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix.
For car racing enthusiasts, enjoy the non-stop action of the V8 Supercars, Island Magic, Historic Car and other racing events.
Farmers Markets are held monthly on Churchill Island.
Woolamai Picnic Races are run regularly from November to February each year. |
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- Farmer’s Market Churchill Island every 4th Saturday of the month 8am to 1pm
- Trash & Treasure Settlement Road Cowes every Sunday 8am to 1pm
- Art & Craft Market 3rd Saturday of the month St John’s Anglican Church Thompson Avenue
- Cowes Night Market in summer on the foreshore
Further information contact Information Centre on 1300 366 422 |
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91-97 Thompson Avenue Cowes VIC 3922 Located in the Cultural Centre main street of Cowes. Friendly staff will help with any enquiries you may have. |
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Any Real Emergency Call 000
Cowes Police Station Ph: 5952 2037
San Remo Poice Station Ph: 5678 5500
Fire Cowes Rhyll Ph: 5952 2300
Fire Newhaven San Remo Ph: 5678 5361
SES Cowes Ph: 5952 2142 Rhyll Ph: 5956 9272
Hospital Graham Street Wonthaggi Ph: 5671 3333
Cowes Medical Centre 164 Thompson Ave Cowes Ph: 5951 1800
San Remo Medical Clinic Ph: 5678 5402
Vet Cowes Ph: 5952 2936 Newhaven Ph: 5956 7262
Injured Wildlife (DNR) Ph: 5952 5910
Bass Coast Shire Ph: 1300 226 278
Westernport Water Ph: 1800 249 090
Poison Information Ph: 131 126
Woolamai Surf Lifesaving Club Ph: 5956 7311
RACV Ph: 5952 2037 |
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| Newhaven Information Centre |
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895 Phillip Island Road Newhaven VIC 3925 Book your Accommodation and Island Attractions.
Maps, Books, Informatiion. |
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Population: 6,700 (perm) 40,000-50,000 (summer) approx 3.5 million visitors annually. Area: 10,000 hectares (26km x 9km)
Weather: Ranges from 35 degrees C to 12 degrees C.
Bass Coast Shire Regulations Phillip Island
Information Ph 1300 366 422
No dogs allowed most times check Bass Coast Shire Council for details
Camping
Not permitted on any public reserves or beaches. Penalties appy.
Lighting Open Fires
Not permitted anywhere within the shire or on beaches without permit. Penalties apply
Alcohol
Note permitted in the streets at any time and is not permitted in public places between sunset and sunrise. Penalties apply. |
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Phillip Island VIC 3922 A Drive Through Phillip Island History:
A drive around the Bass Coast area is far more than a scenic trip through some of the most breathtaking coastal and hill country in Australia...its a trip back into the very earliest beginnings of the state of Victoria. And it is a trip any Melbourne motorist can complete in a day. |
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Corner Church and Thompson Avenue Cowes VIC 3922 Local works of art and craft for sale. Open 11am to 3pm 7 days in the Cultural Centre |
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| Getting to Phillip Island |
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By Car from Melbourne:
Take the Monash Freeway (M1) to the Cranbourne exit, where you will turn into the South Gippsland Hwy (M420). Follow to the Bass Hwy (A420) which will take you through Grantville, past Corinella and Bass. Turn right at the roundabout at Anderson onto Phillip Island Tourist Road (B420) through to San Remo over the brige, through Newhaven and proceed to Cowes.
By Bus:
V Line Bus to and from Melbourne Daily stops at Grantville, Corinella, Bass, San Remo. Information Ph: 136 196
By Ferry:
Inter Island Ferry Connect to the ferry via V-Line to Stony Point. Passenger Ferry Service to Cowes jetty Ph: 9585 5730 |
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Phillip Island is accessible for all members of the community, including children and adults with disabilities.
There is a range of purpose built accommodation and many attractions and restaurants which are fully accessible.
Information is available about the accessibility of:
- Accommodation -Attractions -Eateries -Beaches
-Attractions -Walking Tracks -Car Parking and Toilets
There is a Beach Wheelchair available for hire by contacting the
Cowes Visitor Information Centre on 03 5951 3396
Smith's Beach now has a wheelchair friendly ramp from the car park (which has an accessible toilet) down to the beach
Contact the Phillip Island Visitor Information Centres for a copy or log onto www.basscoast.vic.gov.au to view the information.
There are various formats available |
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242 Thompson Ave (opposite RSL) VIC Contemporary paintings, drawings, photography. Jewellery and special gifts. Sculpture and ceramics |
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| Island Summer Carnival Phillip Island |
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Cnr Thompson Avenue and Ventnor Road Cowes VIC 3922 Every year from the 26th December to the 26th January Amusement Services Australia operates the Island Summer Carnival at Cowes.
All the big rides are here including the: Spaceroller, Starship, Kamikaze & Midnight Madness!
We also have a brilliant selection of Fairground and Activity Games and we always invite 3rd party attractions such as: Animals on the Move, Snake Handlers, The Mini FX Team, & for the grand finale, Australia Day Fireworks. |
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Wildlife encounters are common along the Great Ocean Road so be very aware, especially at dusk when activity is more prolific.
Also be aware of vehicles following make sure you stop or divert safely. |
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V-LINE Bus 136 196
Operates every Friday all year
Monday and Friday in December & January
Bus stop outside Port Campbell Surf Lifesaving Club |
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Grafton Road Warrnambool VIC 3280 Horse Racing is conducted throughout the year at Warrnambool approximately 54kms from Port Campbell.
Warrnambool Racing Club is known the world over for its 3 day May Racing Carnival the highlight of which is the Grand Annual Steeplechase. More Information 03 5562 2211 |
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Port Campbell is one of the few towns along the Great Ocean Road that do not have Poker Machines or TAB |
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| Sou’West Collectables & Music |
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1164 Princes Highway Killarney VIC Open: 10am to 5pm 7 days
New and secondhand instruments. Sheet music and accessories. Collectables, old wares and antiques. |
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| Wishart Gallery & Expresso Bar |
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19 Sackville Street Port Fairy VIC Open: Wednesday to Sunday 10am to 5pm and by request
Large contemporary art gallery specializing in works by leading Australian printmakers. Also painting, sculpture, glass, ceramics, jewellery and textiles by established and emerging local and national artists. |
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Trains run daily from Melbourne to Warrnambool with connecting coach service to Port Fairy. Just ring V-Line from anywhere in Victoria for an up to date timetable. There are also coach connections to and from Hamilton, Ballarat, Apollo Bay, Mount Gambier, Halls Gap and Ararat.
V-Line 13 61 96
Warrnambool Bus Lines 03 5562 5748
Port Fairy Bus Depot 03 5568 1355 10am to 3pm Monday to Friday
Port Fairy Taxi 0419 764 983 |
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Police 000 Campbell Street Port Fairy
Ambulance 000 or 133 009 for non emergency transport
Fire Brigade 000
SES Emergency 132 500
Hospital
Moyne Health Services Villiers Street Port Fairy Ph: 03 5568 0100
Medical Clinic Villiers Street Port Fairy Ph: 03 5568 1559
Pharmacy
Sackville Street Port Fairy Ph: 03 5568 1083
Vet
Ph: 03 5568 1855 |
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Christmas Eve to Australia Day
The festival starts with a free BBQ, Santa and a sing-a-long on Christmas Eve. On New Years Eve the streets are lined with locals and visitors enjoying the vibrant colours and creativity of the old fashioned decorated float parade, followed by live music and spectacular fireworks display. Each day there are different events to suit all ages. |
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| Other Festivals & Events Port Fairy & Districts include |
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January
Wooden Boat Festival.
The Great South West Pub Trail
February
Mortlake Buskers Festival.
Championship Sheep Dog Trials
Warrnambool Wunta Fiesta
Tarerer Festival
April
Koroit Irish Festival
May
Warrnambool Racing Carnival
June
Southern Right Whales Arrive
Warrnambool Fun for Kids Festival
November
Heritage Discovery Week
Port Fairy Show
The Port Fairy Visitor Information Centre will have current information on all festivals 1 month prior to each event |
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39A Bank Street Port Fairy VIC Open: 7 days
This colourful and contemporary gallery is home to 7 local artists. Glass, sculpture, painting, silk, jewellery and more. Call in and meet the artists. |
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| Winter In Port Fairy Festival |
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Starting Queens Birthday long weekend in June
A series of fun weekends held at various venues around town throughout the winter months. This is a great way to spend some of those wintery weelends with good music, great food and have a laugh with some very funny comedians. Take a step back in time on the History Weekend and explore Port Fairy’s many historic attractions.
Contact Visitor Information Centre |
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34 James Street Port Fairy VIC Open: Thursday to Maonday 10.30am to 4pm or by appointment
Over 1000 dolls and toys from old to modern. Wheelchair access. |
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Labour Day Weekend
Approximately 40,000 people come to Port Fairy every March for this world famous independent music festival. The best musicians from around the globe perform at this 4 day festival of folk, country, blues, jazz, bluegrass, acoustic rock and world roots music. The festival transforms the town into a spirit of cultural celebration with the “Free Festival of the Streets” alongside the main concerts in the ticketed arena.
The festival has won 3 Australian Torism Awards in a row and the Hall of Fame Award. Demand for tickets and accommodation is huge (tickets sell out in 1 day) so contact the festival before October. |
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Old School, Downs Road Codrington VIC Open: Usually open but advisable to ring
Expose yourself to art and experience the passion that is the art of Kate Smith |
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Some Port Fairy beaches do allow dogs between 9am and 6pm daily for the period 1st December until 1st May. Please check the Visitor Information Centre for details. Dogs are never allowed onto Griffith Island. Owners must keep their dogs on a lead in the area bounded by Campbell, James, Regent and Williams Streets, King George Square and Martins Point. It is an offence not to carry a bag or clean up after your dog. |
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| Carwick’s House of Antiques |
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Corner Commercial Rd & High Street Koroit VIC Open: 11am to 5pm Saturday, Sunday and Holidays.Daily Christmas-Jan
Authentic antique furniture, decorative wares, jewellery, collectables |
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Trains run daily from Melbourne to Warrnambool with connecting coach services to Port Fairy.
Ring V-Line for up to date timetable Ph: 136196.
Warrnambool Buslines 03 5562 5748 |
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Population
Normal 2,500 Peak Periods 10,000 Folk Festival 40,000
Climate
Moderate climate with average temperatures
Summer 22 degrees Winter 14 degrees
Rainfall
Average Yearly 700mm |
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1st weekend in September
Ex-Libris is a celebration of literature inspired by the Welsh “bookshop” village of Hay on Wye. During the fair, Port Fairy will come alive with thousands of books for sale at the Community Centre and literary events happening at various venues around town. |
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| Port Fairy Spring Music Festival |
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Held Annually in October
Victoria’s premier regional festival in the area of classical and contemporary ensemble music featuring Australian and overseas artists in programs of national and international music. In addition to works by great composers, the program includes music theatre, jazz, comedy and dance, staged in historic venues of Port Fairy. More detail Visitor Information Centre |
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| Time and Tide Beachfront Gallery |
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21 Thistle Place Port Fairy VIC Open: 9.30 to 5pm (closed Tuesday & Wednesday)
Minutes from the heart of town. Experience great art |
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| Old Market Inn Art Studio |
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51 William Street Port Fairy VIC Open: 1pm to 5pm most afternoons or by appointment
Well known local artist Kathryn Weatherly’s studio is a wonderful work and display space for her silk paintings and 2D work. Visitors welcome |
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| Port Fairy Region Visitor Information Centre |
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Railway Place, Bank Street Port Fairy VIC 3284 Thinking of Visiting Port Fairy?
Contact us for up to date information. |
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| Wilma Preston Art Gallery |
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41 Regent Street Port Fairy VIC Open: 7 days
Wilma is a realist artist whose works are displayed for sale or viewing at the sudio/gallery at the rear of 41 Regent Street. |
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| Port Fairy Historical Society |
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30 Gipps Street Port Fairy VIC Open: Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday 2pm to 5pm and or by appointment |
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3/22 Banks Street Port Fairy VIC Open: Thursday to Sunday 10am to 5pm
Feel welcome to browse through our shop filled with antiques, vintage clothing and accessories, collectable china, porcelain, etc. |
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| Eclectric Designs Glass Blowing Studio |
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62 Regent Street Port Fairy VIC Open: Most afternoons 1pm to 5pm
Visit the working studio where Robert and Freya create colourful hand blown glass, lampworked beads, cast glass sculptures and enambled plates. Glass bead making workshops |
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The area bounded by Regent, Gipps, Campbell and William Streets is an Alcohol Free Zone. Police ensure that this local law is observed. |
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| Port Fairy Historic Centre |
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30 Gipps Street Port Fairy VIC A wonderful collection of shipping relics, old photographs and displays relating to the history of the local region. |
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33-35 Hesse Street Queenscliff VIC 3225 Showcases contemporary paintings, sculpture and ceramics by selected emerging and established Australian artists. |
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| Queenscliff and the Bellarine Holiday Hire |
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PO Box 317 Queenscliff VIC 3225 Hire for baby, child, medical mobility or outdoor |
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86 Hesse Street Queenscliff VIC 3225 Australian fine art, studio glass and jewellery. There are over forty established or emerging contemporary and traditional artist represented. |
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| Queenscliff Community Market |
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Lower Princes Park Queenscliff VIC 3225 Last Sunday of the month September through to May 9am to 2pm. |
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P.O. Box 154 Inverloch VIC 3996 Labour Day Weekend.
Inverloch comes alive during March when the Annual Jazz Festival is held. Festivities commence on Friday evening with non stop music through to late Sunday afternoon. Live entertainment in the streets, local shops, restaurants cafes, parks, halls it is a great family weekend in Inverloch.
Book your accommodation early to avoid disappointment. |
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Cape Paterson Road Inverloch VIC 3996 Inside: All Tides
Suicide: High Tide
Eagles Nest: High Tide
Shack Bay: High or Low Tide
Twin Reefs: Low Tide
The Oaks: All Tides
For up to date information re the best waves in the area contact the team at Serious Surf in Williams Street Inverloch. |
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| Torquay Visitor Information Centre |
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Surf City Plaza Torquay VIC 3228 Call in for maps, guides and information on Torquay and Surrounds or the Great Ocean Road. |
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Local laws prohibit sleeping in vehicles in a public place. Please ensure you arrange suitable accommodation proir to your trip |
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| Events Calendar : December |
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Carols by Candlelight
School Age Tennis Tournament
More Info from Information Centre |
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| Events Calendar : September |
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Southern Right Whales depart
Koroit to Warrnambool Half Marathon
The Convent Artworks
Australian Native Flower Show
More Info from Information Centre |
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| Beach Head Gallery Of Contemporary Art |
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179 Fairy Street Warrnambool VIC Unusual and interesting contemporary artwork |
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Gillies Street Warrnambool VIC Exciting and diverse contemporary art within historic building |
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Warnnambool Racing Club's May Racing Carnival held over 3 days. Regional racing at its very best. The city is booked out during this carnival so if you intend to attend book your accommodation very early.
Information Warrnambool Racing Club
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Winning Images Photography
Michael Abicare |
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| Visitor Information Centre |
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Merri Street Warrnambool VIC Flagstaff Hill
Open daily 9-5 |
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1 Bates Road Warrnambool VIC Warrnambool & District Historical Society |
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Whales Arrive.
Almost every year between June and September, female Southern Right Whales return to the waters of Warrnambool's Logan's Beach to calve.
Fun for Kids
Victoria's major Children's Festival held over an 8 day period celebrating the imagination and creative spirit of children. Held Late juna annually.
More Info from Information Centre |
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| Saltmarsh Studio Gallery Café |
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49 McDonald Street South Warrnambool VIC Watch art come alive. Working hot glass
studio |
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| Rogers Authorised Newsagency & Lotto |
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145 Koroit Street Warrnambool VIC Newspapers, Magazines, Souvenirs, Gifts |
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165 Timor Street Warrnambool VIC Nineteenth century Australian landscapes. European salon
paintings |
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| Events Calendar : October |
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Spring Orchard Show
Agricultural Show
Shipwreck Coast Golf Classic
Melbourne to Warrnambool Road Cycling Classic
Victorian Seniors Festival
Warni Youth Festival
More Info from Information Centre |
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Deakin University Melb side 5kms
Premier Speedway Melb side 10kms
Great Ocean Road turnoff 10kms
Allansford Cheeseworld 13kms
Port Campbell National Park 54kms
Twelve Apostles 77kms
Geelong 188kms
Melbourne 264kms
Tower Hill 14kms
Koroit 17kms
Killarney 18kms
Port Fairy 28kms
Portland 100kms
Mt Gambier 189kms
Adelaide 655kms |
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| Warrnambool Greyhound Racing |
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Showgrounds Koroit Street VIC Racing Wednesday night
Weekly. |
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| Events Calendar : February |
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Surf Life Saving Club Memorial Swim
Sungold Field Days
Victorian Eight Ball Country Club
Portugese Festival
More Info from Information Centre |
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Wildlife encounters are common along the Great Ocean Road so be very aware, especially at dusk when activity is more prolific.
Also be aware of vehicles following make sure you stop or divert safely. |
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| Rhookies Liquor Warehouse |
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236 Timor Street Warrnambool VIC Everything on special 7 days a week Ph: |
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| Mailors Flat Demolition & Antiques |
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145 Koroit Street Warrnambool VIC Rogers Authorised Newsagency & Lotto
Newspapers, Magazines, Souvenirs, Gifts |
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440 Hopkins Point Road Warrnambool VIC Extensive selection of wildlife and botanical paintings set in a
beautiful studio overlooking the ocean |
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Spirit of the Sea Bowls Tournament
South Coast Regional Business Awards
Maytime Fair
City of Warrnamboll Eisteddfod
More Info from Information Centre |
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| Events Calendar : January |
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World Series Sprint Cars at Premier Speedway
Summer by the Sea Activities Program
Surf to Surf Fun Run/Walk
Antiques /Collectables Fair
Summer Horse Racing Carnival
Fishing & Boating Show
Country Week Tennis
More Info from Information Centre |
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Warrnambool Sungold Junior Golf Tournament
More Info from Information Centre |
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Championship Cat Show
Great Outdoors Expo
Shipwreck Coast Golf Tournament
Croquet Tournament
More Info from Information Centre |
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| Events Calendar : November |
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Junior Basketball Carnival
Jumping Dog Trials
South West Regional Games
Warrnambool BMX Classic
Annual Art Show
Tarerer Festival
One and All Festival
Sunday Extravaganza of Golf
More Info from Information Centre |
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National Family Day Celebrations
Annual Seaside Volleyball Tournament
Gnatannwarr Multicultural Festival
Open Labour Day Tennis Tournament
Easter Fishing Competition
Easter Sprintcar Trail
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village Day On The Hill
More Info from Information Centre |
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| Warrnambool Racing Club Inc |
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Approximately 15 meetings are conducted throughout the year. The highlight of which is the 3 Day May Racing Carnival featuring the world renowned Grand Annual Steeplechase.
The city stops over the carnival (so to speak) so if you think you may attend this meet then be sure to book accommodation well in advance or you might be sleeping in your car.
Call for Information on race dates |
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| Warrnambool Visitor Information |
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Merri Street Warrnambool VIC 3280 Call in for maps, brochures. The friendly staff will be happy to assist with information helpful for your visit to Warrnambool and the Great Ocean Road. |
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| Meeniyan Motel - Free Wi-Fi |
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119 - 129 Whitelaw Street Meeniyan VIC 3956 We offer old fashioned country hospitality in the heart of South Gippsland. Breakfast to rooms, spacious grounds, salt water Pool, BBQs, all Rooms air conditioned. Central to all Prom Country attractions. Ideal for families, couples and singles. All shops within walking distances. Hotel next door, supermarket open 7 days, pizza shop, cafe's and restaurant. Rail Trail across the road. |
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