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A very popular stop-over for visitors to the Great Ocean Road is the Memorial Arch a few kilometers from Aireys Inlet and just past Fairhaven.
The Arch commemorates the construction of the road and symbolizes the sacrifice made by so many in the First World War. It stands astride the largest enduring war memorial in the world, “The Great Ocean Road”, a living memorial to our forefathers. |
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Beach & Surf |
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• Swim or surf only at beaches patrolled by lifeguards
• Always swim between the flags marking the area safer for swimming.
• Read and obey the signs
• Be careful where you dive – accidents often result from diving into shallow waters.
• Be aware of slippery banks and rocks when fishing
• Don’t swim under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• Always swim under supervision
• If you get into trouble in the water, stay calm. Signal for help, then float and wait for assistance
• Float with a current or undertow. Don’t try to swim against it.
• When out on the water always wear the correct safety equipment. |
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Fishing |
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Information about fishing along the Great Ocean Road.
List of best baits to use for each fish species.
Detailed information on the species of fish you might expect to catch in this area. |
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Handy Information |
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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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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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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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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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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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