The Rotunda Jetty Carpark Cowes VIC 3922
* Seal Watching Cruise drift amongst a colony of up to 5000 fur seals at Seal Rocks. * Twilight Bay Cruise * Cape Woolamai Cruise * Winter Whale Watching Cruise * Wilsons Prom Day Cruise. Groups or Function Charters. * Please Check Off Season Hours

14-18 Smith Street Leongatha VIC
At Leongatha 20mins from Inverloch.
Modern 4 Screen Cinema with QSC 7.1 Surround Sound.
Latest Release Movies.
Extra summer screenings.
Amusement Games

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.

26kms of magnificent, unspoilt sandy beaches. For the location of the 5 Venus Bay beaches go to Local Map.
Beach 1: is located just past the shops via Surf Drive. Large carpark, public toilets and showers, kiosk, patrolled summer Holidays.
Beach 2: Via Inlet View Road, walk through dunes to beach.
Beach 3: Via Canterbury Road. Small car park.
Beach 4: Via Zenner Drive 2nd Estate. Small Car Park.
Beach 5: Via Atherton Drive 2nd Estate. Small Car Park.
Only Beach 1 is patrolled so be aware of conditions if swimming at any other beach.

Commences just past the hotel in Tarwin Lower and winds around the river to Venus Bay a distance of some 5km one way.
The track has an excellent firm surface taking you past many fishing spots on the banks of the river, BBQ's and picnic areas.

You never know who may drop in for a break. Ths well fed seal suns itself of the banks of the Tarwin River after making its way from the open ocean of Bass Strait into Anderson Inlet then into the Tarwin River much to the delight of these holiday makers.

From the Venus Bay Caravan Park turn left past the shops up Centre Street to the roundabout and left again up Canterbury Road. The bike lane is in some sections of Canterbury Road, it does stop and start. Continue in the bike lane along Canterbury Road until the Beach 3 sign and turn left foloowing the beach sign. It is a made road to the carpark. A short path takes you onto the beach. No flags, no toilets. This beach not patrollled and has s strong undertow - not for poor swimmers.

Wilsons Promontory National Park -
1 hours drive east of Tarwin Lower Approx 52kms.
The only word to describe Wilsons Promontory is breathtaking with this world spectacular being the southern most point of mainland Australia. No admittance fee, take a picnic lunch and spend the day exploring.

Bear Gully is 25kms from Tarwin Lower
Situated in Cape Liptrap Coastal Park between Cape Liptrap Lighthouse and Walkerville South has a camping ground run by Parks Victoria (Info 13 1963) Campers must be self sufficient and be aware where you camp as inclement weather is not unusual being so close to Bass Strait. Toilets are provided, dogs are not permitted in the campground or adjacent beach at any time. Stock up at Tarwin Lower or Venus Bay before heading down this area of Victoria's South Coast.

South Gippsland Highway Stony Creek via Meeniyan VIC
Country racing is great day out for all the family.
Stony Creek offers professional racing with a picnic type atmosphere-there is always something going on for the kids and adults alike, not forgetting the competitive racing.
Note: No BYO or glassware permitted on track

64 Cashin Street Inverloch VIC 3996
Nests are woven together with a twig from here, a feather from there. Every piece is carefully selected and has a different story to tell. Our Nest is located in Cashin Street Inverloch (behind DIRTY THREE WINES) and is about bringing together the most beautiful goods for you to select for your own nest, many of which have been sourced from local talented artists and artisans. Let let us show you their stories...

5 Lindsey Close Inverloch VIC 3996
Heated indoor pool, outdoor pool, tennis court,
steam room, fully equipped gym, spa,
hairdresser, massage, aqua classes
beauty treatments, myotherapy.
Accommodation available.

Instead of turning off at Fishermans Road continue on for about a kilometre. Around dusk there are many kangaroos to be seen grazing. Do not attempt to feed them, frighten them, or go up to them, as this is their environment.
For locations see Tarwin Lower/Venus Bay Map (Go to Menu see Maps)

Walkerville – 21 klms from Tarwin Lower is one of the oldest establishments in Victoria, and is reminiscent of a Cornish fishing village but was actually established as a port for the transport of lime. The remains of the old lime kilns set in the cliffs can still be seen and are well worth the visit. In the early days workers at the lime kilns tried their luck panning for gold - a small amount was found in the area.

Cape Liptrap Lighthouse is situated in Cape Liptrap Coastal Park 25 kilometres from Tarwin Lower. The lighthouse which is still in operation is 300 ft above sea level and was established in1913 to improve the safety of coastal shipping.
Magnificent views across Bass Strait.

Approx 4kms from Tarwin and 10kms from Venus Bay.
At the roundabout in Tarwin just past petrol station turn right onto Walkerville Road. Travel approximately4kms then turn left at the Bald Hills Wetland Reserve sign. Unmade road for next 4kms, turn left into the reserve and this track will take you to the lake with the bird observatory.(Go to Menu see Map)).
Parks Victoria acknowledges the Aboriginal Traditional Owners of Victoria - including its parks and reserves.
Through their cultural traditions, the Boon Wurrung, Bunurong and Gunaikurnai identify the Bald Hills Wetland Reserve as their Traditional Country.

1/121 Jupiter Boulevard Venus Bay VIC 3956
Hair Salon
for cuts, colours, re-styles, eye brow tints, wlak ins welcome.
Surf Shop
for surf, skate, kayaks, clothing, beach accessories, beach hire accessories.

Approx 5kms
Turn left up Centre Road to the roundabout, then left into Canterbury Road where a bike lane is provided in some sections. After approximately 4kms turn right down Fishermans Road signposted to the boat ramp. This road is made all the way and takes you to Anderson Inlet, where there is a pier, boat ramp, playground, BBQ facilities and picnic tables.
The view of the inlet and wetlands id beautiful and birdlife abounds.

Excellent all-weather and all tides ramps for boat launching and retrieval are provided at Tarwin Lower, Venus Bay, Toora, Port Welshpool and Port Albert.
Shore based fishing depends heavily on land access the most popular spots are the jetties at Tarwin Lower, Venus Bay, Port Franklin, (near Foster) Port Welshpool, Port Albert.
Port Franklin
Small fishing settlement approx 15km from Foster is a port for boats to enter Corner Inlet along the Franklin River. Local families who still live in the town have fished the Inlet for generations. The Cripps family have a fresh fish shop on the wharf. Or take a line and fish from the jetty near the Co-Op.
Corner Inlet
Large inlet off Bass Strait has many secluded beaches with foot access only. Great fishing. Launch your boat from 24 hour concrete all tides ramp at Port Welshpool.

There are four boat launching facilities for Anderson Inlet.
Inverloch Boat Ramp larger boats are advised to enter from the Esplanade (charges apply).
Mahers Landing provides good access but does require a person to hold the boat whilst parking the car and boat trailer.
Fishermans Jetty Venus Bay boats to 14 foot can comfortably access the inlet 2 hours either side of the tide.
Tarwin River boat ramp is best 4 hours either side of the high tide, but access to the inlet can be limited to 2 hours either side of the high tide.

The Mouth of Andersons Inlet + 10 min to Port Phillip Heads Datum point for our tides, from then on in:
Inverloch Boat ramp + 20 min
Stevie's Gutter + 45 min
Mahers Landing + 1 hour
Venus Bay Boat Ramp + 1 hour 30 minutes
Mouth of Tarwin River +2 hours,
Tarwin River, at the pub + 3 hours.
Highway Bridge Tarwin River + 3 hours 30 minutes. (Note these are annual averages only and vary each day. Differences over 60 minutes must be treated with caution, Courtesy of Port of Melbourne).
Tarwin River boat ramp 3 hours later.

The Rotunda Jetty Carpark Cowes VIC 3922
* Seal Watching Cruise drift amongst a colony of up to 5000 fur seals at Seal Rocks. * Twilight Bay Cruise * Cape Woolamai Cruise * Winter Whale Watching Cruise * Wilsons Prom Day Cruise. Groups or Function Charters. * Please Check Off Season Hours

Koonwarra Road Leongatha VIC
10 minutes from Inverloch turn off Leongatha Road onto Koonwarra Road. 18 hole golf course. Pro Shop

On the Esplanade just past Inlet Hotel
Excellent Greens opposite Anderson Inlet.
Fully licensed with plenty of summer competitions.
Visitors Most Welcome Ph: 5674 1655

27 A'Beckett Street Inverloch VIC 3996
Dental emergency, toothache, check up, whitening, orthodontics, root canal.
Business Hours:
Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm
Saturday by appointment only

39 A'Beckett Street Inverloch VIC 3996
To make an appointment or general enquiry contact Lisa Goff

2A High Street Inverloch VIC 3996
Located behind the Post Office.
Caring dentistry devoted to your family.

25 A'Beckett Street Inverloch VIC 3996
Usual Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 12.30pm then 2pm to 5pm.
After Hours: We provide a doctor at Central Consulting Suites until 8pm. After 8pm our doctors are on call and can be contacted by calling our answering service on 5672 1333. If you need to speak to a doctor on call the answering service will arrange for you to speak to them.
Please note fees apply for our after hours service.

128 Inlet View Road Venus Bay VIC 3956
300 metres to the beach
Venus Escapes is a place to escape the daily grind and re-awaken your senses. Just 2 hours from Melbourne CBD, centrally located between Wilsons Promontory and Phillip Island and 300 metres from a luscious stretch of stunning South Gippsland beach, we offer 4 upstairs "Guestrooms" for adults only and stunning nature, just at our doorstep. Spoil yourself, reconnect with your soul and leave the world of stress behind.

19 Walkerville Road Tarwin Lower VIC 3956
You can do everything from getting prescriptions to joining in on a yoga class! See our range of activities for preventative health and community wellbeing, or our services for treatment available.
General Practice Doctor, District Nurse, Medical Acupuncture, Podiatry, Naturopath.

39 A'Beckett Street Inverloch VIC 3996
Dr Matt Lynch practices opposite Inverloch's Central Motel top of A'Beckett Street.
Other business operating from the same premises include
Spiritual Synergy, Perfect Balance Traditional Chinese Medicine and Inverloch Podiatry

5 Lindsey Close Inverloch VIC 3996
Heated indoor pool, outdoor pool, tennis court,
steam room, fully equipped gym, spa,
hairdresser, massage, aqua classes
beauty treatments, myotherapy.
Accommodation available.

18 Reilly Street Inverloch VIC 3996
Operated by four local doctors committed to providing services to optimise helath and well being
Business Hours:
Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm
Saturday 9am to 12 noon

1/121 Jupiter Boulevard Venus Bay VIC 3956
Hair Salon
for cuts, colours, re-styles, eye brow tints, wlak ins welcome.
Surf Shop
for surf, skate, kayaks, clothing, beach accessories, beach hire accessories.

87-89 Wonthaggi Road Inverloch VIC 3996
Modern Workshop with skilled mechanics.
Repairs and servicing all makes and models.
Call Warren Ireland to book your next service
Also Gas Bottle Deliveries Inverloch

A'Beckett Street Inverloch VIC
Ian Symonds & Associates
For Prompt, Professional, Attention
Conveyancing, Finance-Home and Investment. Wills Prepared

114 Jupiter Boulevard Venus Bay VIC 3956
PBE Real Estate have been supporting the community and sporting clubs in the local area for over 40 years.
Buying or Selling give Bill a call.

41-43 River Drive Tarwin Lower VIC 3956
Where Traditional Customer Service Still Counts
Deli, Liquor, Fresh Meat and Produce, Grocery, Cafe, Ice, Bait.

River Drive Tarwin Lower VIC 3956
Much More Than Stamps.
Open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
Saturday 10.30am to 12.30pm.
Gifts, beach gear, bill payments, phone top ups, cash withdrawals, cash deposits, money transfers.

11-13 Williams Street Inverloch VIC 3996
Bringing children, families and community together.
Open: Monday to Friday 7am to 6pm.
Call or email Ange for further information.

133 Jupiter Boulevard Venus Bay VIC 3956
Buying, Selling, Renting or Holiday Accommodation
Daniel and Sue and friendly staff look forwarding to assisting with any of the above.
Call us today for a no obligation appraisal.

131 Jupiter Boulevard Venus Bay VIC 3956
Professional advice
Sun Protection Products
Prescriptions filled promptly
Open: Monday to Friday 9.30am to 5pm
Saturday 9.30am to 12 noon

Jupiter Boulevard Venus Bay VIC 3956
Groceries, milk, bread, magazines, take-away-foods, great coffee, ice creams, lolly shop, toys and hardware.
Selection of fine wines and beers.
Outside seating to enjoy your coffee and light snack.

45 River Drive Tarwin Lower VIC 3956
A studio art gallery in Tarwin Lower featuring local artists and artisans.
Tarwin is an Aboriginal word which loosely translates as Thirsty or place to drink.
Open: Thursday to Sunday 10am to 5pm

Venus Bay VIC 3956
Great range of fashion clothing, jewellery, handicrafts and home wares

87-89 Wonthaggi Road Inverloch VIC 3996
For prompt attention call or email Trevor or Warren Ireland at Inverloch Gas & Hire to arrange your delivery.

31-33 River Drive Tarwin Lower VIC 3956
Your Local Hardware Store

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.

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.