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Help shape Winchelsea’s future: Structure Plan engagement underway

Published on 23 October 2026

Surf Coast Shire Council is seeking community input to help shape a Structure Plan which will guide how the town grows and changes during the next 15 years.

Summer fun and activity beckons at Winchelsea Pool

Published on 23 October 2026

Winchelsea Pool’s new season will open on Saturday 28 November, with Council’s new management partner, Belgravia Leisure, ready to deliver months of summer fun and activity.

Works underway to complete Winchelsea's Barwon River loop walk

Published on 23 October 2026

Stage two works are now underway to complete the Barwon River loop in Winchelsea, with construction beginning on a new pedestrian bridge and two viewing platforms.
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Mother Goose Song and Rhyme Winchelsea

28 October 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.

'Chiaroscuro' Exhibition

29 October 2026

Visit Anglesea Art Space for 'Chiaroscuro', an exhibition by The Anglesea Art House printmakers exploring light and dark through linocut, monoprint, collagraph and copper etching. Inspired by Renaissance and Baroque art, the exhibition features bold contrasts, dramatic shadows and luminous highlights that create mood, depth and atmosphere.

Surf Coast Children's Week - Winchelsea

29 October 2026

Pop-up community event to celebrate Children's Week. There will be activity stalls to roam through and a dazzling science show. All welcome. Free to attend.
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Parking fines refund scheme

If you've paid a parking fine before 22 September 2026, you may be eligible for a refund.

Protect yourself against mozzies

Mosquito numbers are higher than usual. Here's what we do, plus how you can do your bit.

Celebrate Children's Week

Fun-filled event in Winchelsea on Thursday 29 October. Free to attend!

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