Bird Flu cases confirmed in Surf Coast Shire Published on 20 August 2026 Council is advising the community to follow the advice and directions of Agriculture Victoria, following the first confirmed cases of H5N1 avian influenza (bird flu) within the Surf Coast Shire. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Architect appointed for integrated community hub in Anglesea Published on 13 August 2026 An architect has been appointed to design a contemporary community hub that accommodates the Anglesea Community House program and occasional childcare service alongside the existing Anglesea Kindergarten and Memorial Hall. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Spring Creek's makeshift 'pallet bridge' replaced with new pedestrian Published on 11 August 2026 Walking and cycling across Spring Creek, Torquay, is now easier with the installation of a new pedestrian bridge near the Spring Valley playground and bike park. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Accessibility and car park improvements at Anglesea Memorial Hall Published on 07 August 2026 We’re improving accessibility in the Anglesea Memorial Hall car park. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Community feedback helps shape updated Council policies Published on 31 July 2026 Surf Coast Shire Council has adopted the Strategic Asset Management Policy and Infrastructure Special Rates and Charges Scheme Policy, with community feedback helping to shape both documents. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Installation of Karaaf stormwater diversion system moving closer Published on 30 July 2026 Installation of a stormwater diversion system which will help restore health to the environmentally significant Karaaf Wetlands is moving closer to reality. Tagged as: , Media Releases
An eventful feedback opportunity Published on 30 July 2026 Local event organisers, patrons and the community are invited to provide feedback to help Council strengthen the Surf Coast Shire’s status as a top events destination. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Painkalac flood study identifies mitigation options Published on 30 July 2026 A flood study has identified potential mitigation and adaptation options to manage future flood risk near Painkalac Creek in Aireys Inlet. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Matthew Solly – Making pictures talk on the Surf Coast Arts Trail Published on 29 July 2026 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. Tagged as: , Media Releases