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Activities & Attractions - Port Fairy | |||
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| 3 Sackville Street Port Fairy VIC National Trust Building dating back to the 1840’s. Open 2-4pm Wednesday and Saturday | |||
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| Millers Lane off Princes Highway IIowa VIC near Warrnambool Open: 7 days except Christmas | |||
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| The Wharf Area - at its peak in the 1850’s the port was the second busiest in Australia. Wool, wheat and gold were loaded onto great sailing ships bound for England. Today, The Wharf is a wonderful place to relax and watch the world go by. The Norfolk pines and colonial buildings form a picturesque background to the tranquil waters of the Moyne River. An active fishing fleet still operates out of the harbour which is also home to a small fleet of pleasure craft. | |||
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| Small settlement on the Shaw River. Yambuk Lake and wetlands are formed by the natural damming of the Eumeralla and Shaw Rivers behind the massive sand dunes in the area. Good fishing, boating and walking. Haven for bird, animal and plant life. Historic Hotel dating back to the 1850’s. | |||
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| Located on the Princes Highway between Warrnambool and Port Fairy. Discover ancient volcanic land formations, wildlife, aboriginal culture. Guided walks with Worn Gundidji’s experienced team. Contact Information Centre for further details. | |||
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| 22 & 33 Bank Street Port Fairy VIC Open: Daily during summer holidays and weekends. Surf, snorkel and bike rental. Surf lessons | |||
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| Port Fairy and Warrnambool Learn to surf with professional coaches | |||
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| There are over 50 buildings of significance and the best way to appreciate this legacy is on foot. Walking guides are available at the Visitor Centre. | |||
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| Home to swamp wallabies and a large colony of short-tailed shearwaters (mutton birds). The birds arrive in September after an amazing 15,000 klm flight from the Aleutian Islands near Alaska. After nesting and raising their young they set off again in April leaving the chicks behind. Eventually hunger forces the chicks to find the migratory route on their own. | |||
Fishing/Fishing Charters - Port Fairy | |||
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| The waters around Port Fairy abound with many varities of fish, such as whiting, snapper, bream, salmon and brown trout. Ocean fishing trips and bay cruises opearate from the wharf. Remember you need a fishing licence. | |||
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