Lorne resident helps protect yellow-bellied gliders Most nights, a little after sunset, Mary Lush makes the short trek from her house down the blue gum-lined streets of south Lorne.Rugged up and with her infrared camera, the biologist is ready to take a sneak peek at south Lorne’s noisiest residents.
Matthew Solly – Making pictures talk on the Surf Coast Arts Trail There’s a dainty emu wren flitting about Anglesea’s Coogoorah Park, and one day soon it’s going to be famous.Acclaimed local artist Matthew Solly has been on its tail – taking photos, making notes, building the mind’s eye image which will one day be transformed into an expressive linocut print.
Managing weeds: Caring for our people and places We know our community cares deeply about the places we all share. We've listened to recent feedback about weed management around playgrounds and made changes in response.
Service Spotlight: Life on the roads, with Jimmy Drayton If you’ve driven around the Surf Coast Shire over the past two decades, chances are Jimmy Drayton has helped make your journey a little smoother.Based at the Winchelsea depot, Jimmy operates Council’s insulated hot asphalt transport truck, known as a Flocon.
Did you know... … that we’ve launched a new map that highlights accessible cafés, bars and restaurants across the Surf Coast Shire? The initiative is making it easier for customers to choose a venue that meets their needs.
Contract awarded for Pollocksford Road Bridge Surf Coast and Golden Plains Shire Councils have awarded a contract for repairs to the Pollocksford Road bridge, marking an important milestone towards restoring and re-opening the historic structure.
Installation of Karaaf stormwater diversion system moving closer Installation of a stormwater diversion system which will help restore health to the environmentally significant Karaaf Wetlands is moving closer to reality.
Don't miss out: Book now for Torquay's Detox Your Home event Book early to secure your spot for this year's Detox Your Home Torquay event, with places expected to fill fast.
Help the Surf Coast community prepare for climate change Council is calling for community members with a passion for the environment, climate action and community connection to volunteer as facilitators for The Adaptation Game (TAG).