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Traffic light installation at Bristol Road, Torquay to restart in 2026

Published on 24 November 2025

Works to install traffic lights at the Surf Coast Highway and Bristol Road intersection in Torquay will restart in February 2026, following significant service-related delays.

Council elects Mayor Libby Stapleton and Deputy Mayor Tony Phelps

Published on 18 November 2025

Surf Coast Shire Council has elected Cr Libby Stapleton as Mayor for the second year of its four-year term.

Summer fun beckons at Winchelsea Pool

Published on 13 November 2025

Winchelsea Pool’s new season will start with a splash on 29 November, with months of summer fun beckoning.
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Events

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FREE Santa Photo from Torquay Village

25 November 2025

Create your own free personalised Santa photo by uploading your picture to the Torquay Village website and downloading your festive image instantly.

'Drawn to Life' exhibition

26 November 2025

Artists explore life drawing’s possibilities, inspiring creativity and future community sessions.

Mother Goose Song and Rhyme Winchelsea

26 November 2025

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.
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The First 72 hours

What will you do for the first 72 hours if you have no access to power, water or gas?

Share the Surf Coast Spirit

Find out how the shire will come alive this festive season with plenty of family fun.

Winchelsea Place Plan

Share your thoughts on the Winchelsea Place Plan, outlining a shared vision for Winchelsea’s future.

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