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News

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Water management plan to protect health of local waterways

Published on 26 March 2026

A new plan for water management in Torquay’s last remaining growth area - the Messmate Road Growth Area - will help protect the town’s environmentally sensitive waterways.

Giving soft plastics a second, third, fourth life - and counting

Published on 25 March 2026

Nice work Surf Coast, your soft plastic recycling efforts are paying off, with the first shipment from Anglesea now on its way to becoming valuable new products.

Wurdi Baierr Stadium tiered seating showcased at season launch

Published on 25 March 2026

Australian Government-funded tiered seating at Torquay’s Wurdi Baierr Stadium filled with spectators for the first time, for the opening games of the Surf Coast Chargers’ 2026 basketball season.

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Events

Mother Goose Song and Rhyme Winchelsea

01 April 2026

A weekly facilitated song and rhyme session for parents and carers of babies and children under school age. Incorporating the Parent Child Mother Goose program this session combines rhymes, songs, and stories to promote bonding and language skills. These sessions run during term time only.

‘Weaving Stories’ exhibition

02 April 2026

Visit Anglesea Art Space to experience The Weaverbirds. Meeting weekly around Joy Beeby’s kitchen table, the group weaves together materials, stories and shared experiences. Each piece reflects conversations on family, community and place, exploring materials, process and the connection between maker and material.