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Title |
| November 2009 |
| 17 November |
2009’s Biggest Surf Film Hits Surf World
Surf World Museum, Torquay is holding a special screening of the cult surf film SURFING 50 STATES in the Surf World Theatrette, Surf World Museum on Tuesday 24 November at 4pm. read more
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| 17 November |
Catch the High Tide Wave!
Embrace the Natural Balance of the Surf Coast and its great art this December as we welcome summer with the 2009 High Tide Festival. read more
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| 13 November |
High Tide Festival – We Need You!
One of the Surf Coast’s most exciting arts festivals is once again searching for local volunteers to assist in the preparation and running of this year’s event. read more |
| 13 November |
Respect Your Beach!
Surf Coast Shire’s Local Laws Officers will be further stepping up beach patrols as a result of this week’s heat attracting more people to the beach. read more |
| 13 November |
Four Seasons Full of Taste
From rolling hills and pastures to lush rainforests and world-renowned coast; from Torquay to Colac to Winchelsea, Apollo Bay and everywhere in between; one of Australia’s best up and coming gourmet regions is set to shine. read more |
| 6 November |
Promoting Design Excellence
Surf Coast Shire has released a new suite of guidelines encouraging sustainable house and building design for public comment. read more |
| 6 November |
New Blueprint for Moriac on Exhibition
Surf Coast Shire has released a draft structure plan for Moriac that sets out a number of recommendations in shaping how the town will look in 2031 for public comment. read more |
| 5 November |
The Next Step on Jan Juc Pathways
Surf Coast Shire is proposing to build almost 10km of new pathways in Jan Juc to improve pedestrian safety and accessibility of the pathway network. read more |
| 4 November |
Annual Report Now Available
Surf Coast Shire’s Annual Report for 2008/09 is now available, providing an easy way for residents and rate payers to track Council’s progress over the previous financial year. read more |
| 2 November |
Dog Patrols to Step Up on Local Beaches
Surf Coast Shire will be further increasing Local Laws patrols on beaches following recent dog attacks. read more |
| October 2009 |
| 30 October |
Fire Preparations Must Continue As Danger Period Approaches
Surf Coast Shire is encouraging residents to continue their preparations for the upcoming fire danger period. read more |
| 29 October |
Streetscape to Shine This Summer
The revitalisation of Lorne’s Mountjoy Parade is on track to be completed on time and ready for summer. read more |
| 21 October |
Tis the Season to Be Chipping
Surf Coast Shire Council will be holding subsidised animal microchipping sessions in Torquay and Winchelsea this Saturday 24 October.
read more |
| 20 October |
Art That’s Sooo 2010…
The art of tomorrow is now on display at Torquay’s Surf World Museum and Surf Coast Shire’s Grossmans Road Customer Service centre. read more |
| 20 October |
Boost for Anglesea Tourism, Local Community
New headquarters for the Anglesea Visitor Information Centre, community meeting facilities, public toilets and sheltered public space have all been unveiled with the opening of the Anglesea riverbank community hub. read more |
| 16 October |
Cracking Line-up For FireJam
Fire awareness and local music are taking centre stage at Bellbrae Reserve on Sunday 25 October as Surf Coast Shire and CFA present Surf Coast’s first FireJam.
read more |
| 6 October |
Get Fire Ready!
Surf Coast Shire Mayor Libby Mears is urging the Shire’s permanent and non-permanent residents to get involved in Victoria’ Fire Ready Week from Sunday 11-18 October. read more |
| 5 October |
Take an Old…or New Flame for a Twirl
Fancy a fire twirl? Want to brighten up your Monday nights?
read more |
| 1 October |
Councillors Take On Areas of Interest
Surf Coast Shire Councillors have elected to take on specific areas of interest to help increase Council’s ability to focus on specific issues and better ensure Council is working towards achieving the Council Plan 2009-2013. read more |
September 2009 |
| 24 September |
New Facilities For Torquay Town Centre
Construction on new community facilities in Torquay’s town centre has started. The new facility will incorporate public toilets, baby change facilities, disabled toilet and change facilities, a taxi waiting area and motorised scooter charging points. read more |
| 23 September |
Your Precinct’s Design Develops
A precinct that reflects the Surf Coast’s identity, meets the region’s needs in the long term and is environmentally sustainable are the priorities for the detailed design phase of the Surf Coast’s new Community and Civic Precinct. read more |
| 21 September |
Making the Elephant Walk Safer
Pedestrian safety on The Esplanade in Torquay has improved after Surf Coast Shire Council finished work on a pedestrian refuge near the Elephant Walk Recreation Reserve. read more |
| 21 September |
Completing the Children’s Services Puzzle
If you’re a parent and want to know about the range of services and support available on the Surf Coast, the first Surf Coast Children’s Services Expo is for you. read more |
| 15 September |
Coast and community benefits from ongoing partnership
A partnership between the Great Ocean Road Coast Committee (GORCC) and Surf Coast Shire is delivering ongoing benefits for the coast and the local communities between Torquay and Lorne.
Read More |
| 14 September |
Take Care On Clearing
Surf Coast Shire is encouraging a balanced approach to vegetation clearing following the Victorian Government’s introduction of new vegetation removal exemptions for bushfire protection into the Surf Coast Planning Scheme. read more |
| 11 September |
Addressing the Big Issues at Bells
Surf Coast Shire has released a series of ideas and options for revised car parking and access arrangements at Bells Beach and Winkipop as part of the preparation of the draft Bells Beach Surfing Reserve Integrated Environmental Master Plan. read more |
| 11 September |
Get Involved In The High Tide Circus!
Circus3230 and Surf Coast Shire are pleased to announce their success in a grant application to Festivals Australia for its upcoming aqua show which will be a major drawcard for this year’s Torquay high Tide Festival. read more |
| 11 September |
Catch the High Tide Wave
The swell is building for High Tide 09 – and we’re looking for local talent to get involved! read more |
| 8 September |
Support for a National Approach to School Celebrations
A groundswell of support for a well-resourced national approach to managing school leavers’ celebrations has resulted from the National School Leavers Conference held last week in Lorne.
read more |
| 8 September |
C37 Panel Report Released
A Panel report into planning scheme Amendment C37, which considers future land use and development in Torquay-Jan Juc, recommends that the amendment should be adopted with only minor changes.
read more |
| 1 September |
Focus on Townships
In the lead-up to this year’s fire season, Surf Coast Shire is stepping up fire preparation efforts around high-risk townships.
read more |
August 2009 |
| 31 August |
Wait on Vegetation Changes
Vegetation management requirements in Surf Coast Shire are set to change following a State Government announcement this week.
read more |
| 31 August |
Salinity in the Spotlight
Surf Coast Shire is calling for clearer guidelines in the Victorian Building Code on measures to protect buildings in salinity-prone areas from salt attack. read more |
| 28 August |
Cemetery Management to be Transferred
Surf Coast Shire Council has resolved to work towards transferring management of cemeteries in Lorne, Winchelsea and Mount Moriac to the Geelong Cemeteries Trust. read more |
| 27 August |
Designers Appointed For Community and Civic Precinct
Surf Coast Shire has appointed a multi-disciplinary design team to complete detailed design work on stage one of the Community and Civic Precinct. read more |
| 21 August |
Community Grants: Expand Your Horizons
If you’re part of a community group looking to expand its horizons, Surf Coast Shire and the Great Ocean Road Coast Committee’s Community Grants Program is for you. read more |
| 14 August |
New Wave Ideas For Bells
Surf Coast Shire is calling for your thoughts on the future of Bells Beach. read more |
| 13 August |
Fuel Reduction Program for Council Nature Reserves
Surf Coast Shire is starting a three year community fire safety and environmental work program for nature reserves in Torquay, Anglesea and Moggs Creek. read more |
| 13 August |
New Building Regulations for Accommodation Houses
Surf Coast Shire Council is urging owners and operators of backpackers or similar shared accommodation facilities to check their compliance with new fire safety regulations. read more |
| 13 August |
Call Before You Clear: Be Aware On Vegetation Regulations
AWith the recommendations of the Bushfire Royal Commission to be handed down later this year, Surf Coast Shire Council is encouraging residents to be aware of current restrictions on vegetation removal which remain in effect. read more |
| 11 August |
Community Planting Day at New Torquay Bike Park
A Community Tree Planting Day will be held at the new Torquay Bike Park this Saturday as the finishing touches are put on this exciting new community facility. read more |
| 7 August |
New Drop Off Facility In Lorne
Surf Coast Shire will finish construction of a drop off facility in Lorne for non-permanent residents by September. read more |
| 7 August |
Getting Around In Jan Juc
Surf Coast Shire is surveying Jan Juc residents on their views about how easy their town is to walk and cycle around. read more |
| 7August |
The Next Twelve Months for Tourism
Lorne-based tourism operator Dee Stewart has been re-elected as Chair of Surf Coast Tourism. read more |
| 6 August |
Trees Poisoned In Lorne
A spate of tree poisoning in Lorne has caused more than $190,000 in damage to significant street trees in Bay Street. read more |
| 6 August |
Volunteers…It’s Over To You!
Do you volunteer? How would you describe the contribution you and your fellow volunteers make on the Surf Coast? read more |
July 2009 |
| 30 July |
Green Business Opportunities
Advice for local businesses on cutting their environmental footprint and their costs will be provided at a green business workshop to be held in Torquay. read more |
| 30 July |
Proposed Changes to Cemetery Management
Surf Coast Shire Council will be running public information sessions on Thursday 6 August on proposed changes to the management of cemeteries at Mt Moriac, Winchelsea and Lorne. read more |
| 30 July |
Cliffs: Don’t Live On the Edge
With winter conditions causing increased erosion around sensitive coastal areas, Surf Coast Shire will be increasing patrols around coastal cliffs over coming weeks. read more |
| 27 July |
Reversing the Trend on Lorne Housing
Surf Coast Shire will use a report received at this month’s Council meeting in Lorne to provide the foundation for a response to the lack of affordable housing in Lorne. read more |
| 27 July |
Are You Taking Schoolies Bookings?
Surf Coast Shire is encouraging accommodation providers taking bookings from school leavers in November and December to contact Council’s Tourism Unit. read more |
| 27 July |
A New Mountjoy Parade Takes Shape
Underground power is being switched on to shops along Mountjoy Parade in Lorne as work intensifies on the Mountjoy Parade Streetscape development. read more |
| 23 July |
Local Find to Shed Light on Early Whales
A 25-million year old whale fossil recently discovered near Bells Beach has been transferred to Museum Victoria for study and conservation. read more |
| 23 July |
Is Graffiti Messing Up Your Life?
Surf Coast Shire will be providing graffiti removal kits to help residents, businesses and community groups quickly and easily remove graffiti on their premises. read more |
| 17 July |
Surf Coast Plays Lead Role in Coastal Advocacy
Surf Coast Shire Mayor Libby Mears has been re-elected for another two year term to the executive of the National Sea Change Taskforce. read more |
| 17 July |
August – Business Development Month
August is business development month in Surf Coast Shire as Council joins Business Victoria in hosting a series of events as part of Energise Enterprise. read more |
| 10 July |
Act Now on Kindergarten Enrolments
Parents wanting to enrol their children at kindergartens in Torquay, Jan Juc and Anglesea for 2010 are encouraged to move quickly as the deadline for applications approaches. read more |
| 10 July |
Building Child’s Play in Moriac and Aireys Inlet
Surf Coast Shire has installed new playgrounds in Moriac and Aireys Inlet. read more |
| 10 July |
Bike Park to Spring to Life
Surf Coast Shire is set to start constructing the new Torquay Bike Park in Spring Valley Drive next week. read more |
| 6 July |
Leave Your Legacy at Bob Pettitt
A brighter and better Bob Pettitt Reserve is here and you’re invited to make your contribution to the recent upgrades at a community tree planting day this Saturday 11 July. read more |
| 6 July |
Theft’s Public Cost
Surf Coast Shire Council will have to replace valuable community facilities after recent thefts in Torquay. read more |
June 2009 |
| 30 June |
Council Comes To Lorne
Surf Coast Shire will hold a Council Conversations session in Lorne at the Fig Tree Community House this month as well as its July Council Meeting at the Lorne Senior Citizens Centre. read more |
| 29 June |
New Planning Guidelines for Aireys Inlet
Surf Coast Shire Council has adopted new design guidelines for Commercial areas in Aireys Inlet that will help ensure future development respects the character and environment of the area. read more |
| 29 June |
A Regional Approach to Trails
The Surf Coast and Great Ocean Road will be further entrenched as a centre for hiking, walking and biking through the implementation of the Barwon South West Regional Trails Master Plan. read more |
| 19 June |
A Chance for Your Group to Meet the Parents
Surf Coast Shire Council is seeking expressions of interest from community organisations, businesses, agencies and service providers for the first Surf Coast Shire Children’s Services Expo. read more |
| 19 June |
Growth in Community Gardens
Surf Coast Shire Council has nominated the Danawa Community Garden for the National Heart Foundation’s 2009 Local Government Awards. read more |
| 15 June |
Many Hands Make Bellbrae Wetlands Shine
Surf Coast Shire staff and Bellbrae Primary School students celebrated World Environment Day by planting more than 1,000 trees and wetland plants at the new Bellbrae Wetland. read more |
| 15 June |
Business Mentors at Your Service
Surf Coast Shire Council invites local business operators to a briefing on local business mentoring opportunities. read more |
| 12 June |
Stage Three a Good Step for Tourism – Now For the Links
The opening of the third stage of the Geelong Ring Road is set to bring the Surf Coast closer for visitors. read more |
| 12 June |
Shire Moves to Plan for Ring Road
With the opening of Stage Three of the Geelong Ring Road, Surf Coast Shire is moving to ensure its future planning addresses the opportunities and implications of the road connection. read more |
| 5 June |
Council Conversations Comes To Anglesea
Council Conversations will be held at the Anglesea Community Cottage this month, providing a chance for you to meet and talk local issues with your Councillors. read more |
| 5 June |
Coast a Refugee Welcome Zone
A sign has been unveiled at Torquay’s northern entrance in the lead-up to UN Refugee Week that proudly reflects the Shire’s status as a Refugee Welcome Zone. read more |
| 5 June |
Be Informed On Your Precinct
Surf Coast Shire Council invites you to find out more about your Community and Civic Precinct. read more |
| 5 June |
Shire Commended For Water Conservation
Surf Coast Shire Council has been named a finalist in the Water Saving Champion Council category at the Eco-Buy 2009 Awards. read more |
| 4 June |
Long-serving Tourism Volunteers Commended
Surf Coast Shire Council has congratulated some of the region’s longest serving tourism volunteers at a function held as part of National Volunteer Week. read more |
| 4 June |
Call For A Brighter Approach To Renewable Energy
Surf Coast Shire Council will lobby Premier John Brumby, Victorian ministers and local Members of Parliament seeking the introduction of payments for the production of renewable energy in homes and on community buildings. read more |
May 2009 |
| 29 May |
Planning for Future Transport Needs
Surf Coast Shire Council is seeking community views on the potential for a transport loop between Moriac, Waurn Ponds, Torquay and Anglesea. read more |
| 29 May |
Hall Upgrade Takes Centre Stage at Aireys Inlet
Surf Coast Shire Council has completed more than $40,000 in upgrades to the kitchen and facilities at the Aireys Inlet Community Hall. read more |
| 29 May |
Planning for Moriac’s Development
Surf Coast Shire Council is preparing a structure plan to guide Moriac’s development over the next 10 to 15 years. read more |
| 28 May |
High Tide Winner Finding Natural Balance
The High Tide Festival Committee is pleased to announce Aireys Inlet-based artist Liz Lee as the winner of Surf Coast Shire’s High Tide 2009 logo design competition. read more |
| 28 May |
Council Welcomes Moves to Expand Responsible Fire Management
Surf Coast Shire has welcomed State Government moves to expand current fire management trials by creating strategic areas of reduced fire fuel around key towns along the Great Ocean Road. read more |
| 25 May |
Be Informed On Planning and Development Matters
Surf Coast Shire Council will host a forum for developers, builders and interested community members on developments in land use planning and development matters in urban fringe areas. read more |
| 25 May |
Surf Coast Shire Promotes Responsible Gambling
Surf Coast Shire Council is among many metropolitan and regional local governments supporting Responsible Gambling Awareness Week, which runs throughout Victoria from 25 May to 31 May. read more |
| 22 May |
Call for Tenders on Community and Civic Precinct
The Community and Civic Precinct Project in Torquay has taken a significant step with the calling for tenders for detailed design and development for stage one of the project. read more |
| 22 May |
Open Call for Local Business Workshops
Surf Coast Shire Council is inviting local businesses to a series of workshops that will aim to better define the needs of small, medium and home based business in the shire. read more |
| 22 May |
Aireys Artists’ Sense of Place
Aireys Inlet art lovers have more to explore with local artists’ works popping up at community facilities, centres and other significant locations recently. read more |
| 15 May |
Sharing Ideas for Tomorrow
Surf Coast residents are invited to share their ideas and visions for their communities on Saturday 23 May as part of an Ideas Exchange. read more |
| 15 May |
Bringing Council to the Community
Surf Coast Shire Council will hold its May Council meeting in Winchelsea at Barwon Park from 7pm on Wednesday 27 May. read more |
| 14 May |
Grants Help Community Groups Score Goals
Surf Coast Shire Council has presented more than $31,000 to help further the activities of 36 community recreation, arts, education and environmental groups as part of its 2008/09 Community Grants Scheme. read more |
| 13 May |
Council Sets Priorities for 2009-2013
Surf Coast Shire’s draft Council Plan 2009-2013 sets the protection of the shire’s natural environment, inclusive governance, community resilience, community focused infrastructure services and ensuring sustainable growth as major priorities. read more |
| 13 May |
Budget Focus on Environment, Future Facilities
The environment, recreation facilities and community infrastructure are the big winners of Surf Coast Shire Council’s 2009/10 draft budget, which delivers the Shire’s highest ever spending on capital works. read more |
| 13 May |
Record Capital Works Funding in 2009/10 Budget
Surf Coast Shire Council’s 2009/10 budget delivers a record $27.2m on capital works and community facilities throughout the municipality. read more |
| 13 May |
Budget Acts on Climate Change
Surf Coast Shire Council’s draft 2009/10 budget includes a raft of measures to help prepare the shire for the impact of climate change and provide for improved environmental management practices. read more |
| 8 May |
Help Council Help Local Business
A survey now being distributed to small, medium and home based businesses will help Surf Coast Shire Council contribute to the development of local business. read more |
| 8 May |
Walking Safely to School a Winner
SMore than 1,000 Surf Coast students at eight schools will combine healthy exercise and road sense by participating in this year’s national Walk Safely to School Day on Friday 15 May. read more |
| 7 May |
Every Day People, Extraordinary Contributions
During National Volunteer Week, Surf Coast Shire Council will recognise the extraordinary efforts of the thousands of community members who volunteer throughout the municipality. read more |
| 1 May |
Small, Medium and Home Based Businesses’ Needs on the Agenda
Surf Coast Shire Council is conducting a detailed study of the needs small-to-medium sized businesses in the municipality and how Council aid their development. read more |
| 1 May |
Cents for Containers Makes Sense
Surf Coast Shire Council will formally lobby State and Federal Environment Ministers for the introduction of a container deposit scheme. read more |
April 2009 |
| 30 April |
Shout Out To Young Musicians
Surf Coast Shire Council will host two Open Mic nights that will give young local artists the chance to get professionally recorded. read more |
| 30 April |
Sustainable Futures – Torquay-Jan Juc 2040
Following its decison on the Spring Creek proposal, Surf Coast Shire Council has agreed to undertake a detailed research and community engagement program that will work to re-examine the level and scale of regional growth. read more
Watch the video of the Spring Creek decision |
| 30 April |
Accessibility Guidelines for Developers
Surf Coast Shire Council has released guidelines to aid developers, businesses and community groups in ensuring their facilities are accessible to all. read more |
| 29 April |
Tree Removal Brought Forward In Lorne
Surf Coast Shire Council has brought forward the removal of three trees along Mountjoy Parade in Lorne, due to recent rain which has temporarily halted other construction work in the Lorne Streetscape Project. read more |
| 27 April |
Mayor Congratulates Award Finalists
Surf Coast Shire Mayor Libby Mears has congratulated four local finalists in the Victorian Coast Council’s Awards for Excellence. read more |
| 27 April |
Commendation for No Butts, No Cuts Campaign
The No Butts, No Cuts campaign to improve safety and reduce pollution on Surf Coast beaches has been named as a finalist in the tenth Victorian Coastal Awards. read more |
| 22 April |
Six New Wheels for Shire Fleet
Surf Coast Shire Council has purchased three bicycles as the newest addition to its vehicle fleet. read more |
| 17 April |
Council Conversations in Winchelsea
‘Council Conversations’ is a monthly event that aims to promote ongoing dialogue between your community and your Council. read more |
| 17 April |
Meeting Car Parking Requirements
Surf Coast Shire Council has taken another step towards ensuring future car parking requirements in Torquay are met. read more |
| 17 April |
Boost for Local Business
Surf Coast Shire Council and Regional Development Victoria (RDV) are helping local small and medium sized businesses plan for the future through a specialised development program starting in May. read more |
| 16 April |
Surf Coast Shire to Raise Issues at Bushfire Royal Commission
Surf Coast Shire Council will be making a contribution to a co-ordinated local government submission to the Royal Commission into the 2009 Victorian Bushfires. read more |
| 16 April |
Winchelsea and Deans Marsh Transfer Station Hours Change
Weekday opening hours for the Winchelsea and Deans Marsh waste transfer stations will change from Tuesday 28 April. read more |
| 15 April |
Recreation of the Future: Have Your Say
Surf Coast Shire Council is calling for submissions to assist the development of its Recreation Strategy, which will guide Council in meeting the municipality’s current and future recreation needs. read more |
| 14 April |
Free Park and Ride Shuttle Bus for Torquay Anzac Day Dawn Service
A free Park and Ride shuttle bus service will again be provided at this year’s Anzac Day Dawn Service in Torquay. read more |
| 9 April |
Another Step Forward On Conservation
The Surf Coast Shire has taken a further step towards implementing new planning measures that will better conserve significant vegetation and neighbourhood character in Torquay and Jan Juc. read more |
| 9 April |
Have Your Say on Early Years Services
Surf Coast Shire Council is encouraging you to put forward your priorities for family and children’s services as part of the development of a municipal Early Years Plan. read more |
| 7 April |
New Bus Service To Link Surf Coast With V/Line Services
Torquay and Jan Juc residents that commute by train from Marshall Station each day will soon be able to park closer to home thanks to a new Park and Ride at Spring Creek Reserve. read more |
| 7 April |
Lorne Region Shows Its Saucy Side
One of Australia’s favourite coastal tourism destinations is about to show its saucy side. read more |
| 6 April |
Community and Civic Precinct A Responsible Step
Surf Coast Shire Council is set to call for expressions of interest from architects to start detailed design work on a $39.7m community and civic precinct in Torquay. read more |
| 2 April |
Animal Registrations Due
Surf Coast Shire advises residents that dog and cat registration payments for the coming 12 months are due on Friday 10 April. read more |
| 2 April |
Play Rat and Mouse and Win!
With cooler months approaching, Surf Coast Shire Council is advising residents and business owners to clean up potential food sources for rats and mice. read more |
March 2009 |
| 27 March |
Surf World Torquay partnering with the Gold Coast to expand the story of Australian surfing Australian beach culture and surfing heritage will receive a boost tonight with the launch of Surf World Gold Coast under an historic partnership arrangement with the original Surf World Museum in Torquay. read more |
| 26 March |
Barwon Regional Drug Action Plan Launched
The Surf Coast Shire continues to be proactive in its approach to local drug and alcohol issues and has been involved in the development of the Barwon Regional Drug Action Plan 2009 -201. read more |
| 26 March |
High Tide 2009- Logo Design Competition
The High Tide Festival committee is inviting Surf Coast artists to design the 2009 Festival logo/poster. read more |
| 20 March |
Working Together to Clean Up Our Environment and Reduce Our Fire Risk The Surf Coast Shire, together with the CFA and local residents, has completed a successful fuel reduction pilot program in Anglesea. read more |
| 19 March |
Surf Coast Secures Former Torquay Police Site
Surf Coast Shire has agreed to purchase the former Torquay Police Station site in Price St from the Victorian Government. read more |
| 19 March |
Surf Coast Seniors Go Green
About 50 Surf Coast seniors from Moriac and Lorne have given themselves and their homes a green makeover following their participation in Environment Victoria’s free eco-wise crash course. read more |
| 18 March |
Improvements to Winchelsea’s Eastern Reserve
An important step in the upgrade of the netball courts at Eastern Reserve Winchelsea was taken last Tuesday, when workmen laid a new asphalt surface. read more |
| 18 March |
Privacy Prevents Submissions Release
Surf Coast Shire has received legal advice advising that it cannot make submissions received in response to its informal public consultation around the draft Spring Creek Urban Growth Framework Plan available for public inspection. read more |
| 18 March |
National Ride2School Day – Wednesday 25 March
Surf Coast students will be gearing up to join schools across the country taking part in National Ride2School Day on Wednesday 25 March, combining exercise with getting to school. read more |
| 17 March |
Good Response to Aquatic Study
Surf Coast Shire has already received over 300 responses to an online community survey about the potential need for an indoor aquatic and leisure facility on the Surf Coast. read more |
| 12 March |
New Community Facility for Gilbert St Shoppers
The Gilbert St shopping precinct is to have new toilets, baby change room and sheltered waiting area for taxis. read more |
| 12 March |
Sport Promotes Surf Coast Health Message
It's all steam ahead with some fierce competition set for the second headspace Barwon Surf Coast Cup. read more |
| 6 March |
Bellbrae History Display Project – A Community Together at Work
The Bellbrae Hall and Reserve Advisory Committee recently unveiled their project ‘Look at Us – Past and Present’, which can be seen on set of new display boards purpose-built for the Bellbrae Hall. read more |
| 2 March |
Indoor Aquatic and Leisure Facility Feasibility Study
Surf Coast Shire has recently appointed a team of specialist planning consultants to investigate the feasibility of establishing a new heated indoor aquatic and leisure facility in the Shire. read more |
February 2009 |
| 27 February |
Spring Creek Comments Welcomed
Surf Coast Mayor, Cr Libby Mears, has acknowledged input from local MPs Darren Cheeseman and Michael Crutchfield to the draft Spring Creek Urban Growth Framework Plan. read more
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| 25 February |
Surf Coast Ready to Implement Fire Findings
Surf Coast Mayor, Cr Libby Mears says the Council stands ready to play its part in implementing any recommendations that come from the Royal Commission set up to investigate the recent bush fires. read more |
| 25 February |
Lorne Visitor Centre Recognised for Sustainability Initiatives
The Lorne Visitor Information Centre has achieved Waste Wise certification through Barwon Regional Waste Management Group. read more |
| 24 February |
Surfing’s first administrator Stan Couper, to be inducted into the Australian Surfing Hall of Fame
Stan Couper will be posthumously inducted into the Australian Surfing Hall of Fame at Surf World, Torquay on Thursday 26 February. read more |
| 24 February |
Lorne–Colac Bus Trial Completed Successfully
The Lorne–Colac public bus service had its final run on Monday 22 February and preliminary indications are that it was a huge success. read more |
| 24 February |
Anglesea Community Endorses Men’s Shed
The community response to a Forum held on Wednesday 4 February was a clear endorsement of the need for a men’s shed in Anglesea. read more |
| 20 February |
Surf Coast Shire Bushfire Appeal Concert
Pack up a picnic, get the family together and head to Bellbrae Reserve on Sunday 1 March to enjoy a great day out for a worthwhile cause. read more |
| 19 February |
Surf Coast Swedish Exchange
Cr Jim Tutt welcomed Swedish group exchange member, Jenny Larsson, to the Surf Coast Shire on Monday, as part of her study of town planning in Victoria. read more |
| 12 February |
Surf Coast Supports Torquay Bush Fire Concert
Surf Coast Shire has pledged $5,000 towards the bush fire relief fund, with the money being donated to kick off a Bushfire Appeal Concert, being organised in Torquay. read more |
| 12 February |
Surf Coast Councillors Representing You at Regional Organisations
Surf Coast Councillors recently accepted some important new roles, representing the Council and the community at a range of regional, state and national bodies. read more |
| 3 February |
Council Conversations – Bringing Council to the Community
The Surf Coast Shire Council has introduced a new initiative aimed at promoting dialogue between Council and the community. read more
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| January 2009 |
| 16 January |
Surf World Attracts International Students
Surf World Surfing Museum will play host to over 700 US teenagers next June and July. read more |
| 16 January |
Lorne/Colac Bus a Winner
The public bus service being trialed between Lorne and Colac is proving a hit, if early usage figures are any indication. read more |
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