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Activities & Attractions - Aireys Inlet | |||
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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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| • 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. | |||
Activities & Attractions - Anglesea | |||
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| Anglesea main beach is suitable for swimmers, but like all beaches be aware of changing conditions and tide movements and always swim between the flags. BBQ's and toilets close by Point Roadknight is popular with the kids, and a variet of water activities. Both beaches are patrolled during summer | |||
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| Great Ocean Road Anglesea VIC 3230 Clifftop walking trail that runs from Torquay to Aireys Inlet. From Anglesea, the trail can be taken from the beach side of the Anglesea Beachfront Caravan Park north along the cliffs or from the main beach access past the surf club to Point Roadknight. At low tide you can return to Abglesea along the beaches. Be aware of tide changes and conditions. Before setting out call into the Torquay or Anglesea Information Centres for up to date information on all local walks. | |||
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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. | |||
Activities & Attractions - Apollo Bay | |||
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| 17 kilometres west of Apollo Bay on the Great Ocean Road is Mait's Rest Rainforest walk in the Great Otway National Park. Easy stroll along boardwalks under a canopy of trees to viewing platform. Beautiful ferns and tall rainforest trees. Walk approximately 1 kilometre allow 30-40 minutes. | |||
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| Caution Walking tracks to the various waterfall in the Otways can become muddy and slippery after rain. Appropriate footwear is recommended and stick to the designated tracks. Also be aware that mobile phones are frequently out of range in the Otways. Mariners Falls - CURRENTLY CLOSED Turn right at the post office and follow the signs to Paradise and the Barnham River Road approx 13kms to the carpark. Follow the track along the river you will come to stepping stones (not always passable after heavy rains). Walk 3.4km (allow 1 hour return). See magnificent tree ferns, lichens and mosses on this stunning walk which takes you across several creek crossings. Waterproof footwear is recommended. Triplet Falls One of the most spectacular waterfalls in the Otways which has in recent times undergone an extensive upgrade. View the lower cascades as you follow the raised boardwalk through to the main falls. 3 cascades thunder past the viewing platform. Triplet Falls is approx 90 minutes from Apollo Bay via Lavers Hill. At Lavers Hill turn right into Colac Lavers Hill Road follow for approx 14 kilometres turn right onto Phillips Track. This gravel road will lead you to the falls a great place for a family picnic, facilities include toilets and tables. Beauchamp Falls Return to Lavers Hill Colac Road and turn right towards Beech Forest, approximately 8 kms. Just past Beech Forest turn right into Aire Valley Road (gravel road) a short drive turn left to Beauchamp Falls Picnic facilities include tables and toilets. The walk to the falls is quite strenuous for some, moderate for others. It is recommended that you are of a certain fitness level. Hopetoun Falls Return to Aire Valley Road turn left travel approx 6kms and you will arrive at the falls carpark. Easy walk down the steps with hand rail, approx 10 minutes, but be aware its a hard, steep, walk back to carpark. Boardwalk with viewing platform at the spectacular falls makes the effort worthwhile. Well worth continuing for a short distance down Aire Valley Road to the forest of Californian Redwoods planted in 1936. To experience this forest, stop at the river crossing. | |||
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| The generations of holiday makers who have enjoyed the broad sweep of Apollo Bays' magnificent beach and protected bay would agree that Apollo Bay is "Paradise By The Sea" A haven for all types of water activities, main beach is patrolled during summer. | |||
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| Koalas can be seen in their natural habitat on the Cape Otway Lightstation Road. The road is narrow and traffic can be heavy so be aware as visitors tend to get excited and stop suddenly when they see a koala. The area with the most koalas is approximately 2 kilometres from the Lightstation. Remember do not pat or try and pick up a koala as they are not pets. Did You Know One of Australia's most famous and unique native animals is the Koala. Koala's are marsupials, that is the young are born and nutured in a pouch - They are not related to Bears. | |||
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| Foreshore Apollo Bay VIC 3233 Every Saturday on the Foreshore 9am to 1pm. Local home grown produce and handmade wares. | |||
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