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News

Here's the latest from Council's news desk:

DEVELOP grant shapes a new direction for artist Brittany

Published on 03 July 2025

Accomplished artist Brittany March is shaping a new direction in sculpture, with a little momentum from a Surf Coast Shire Council creative grants program.

Playgroup smiles endorse quick grant response

Published on 01 July 2025

Smiles and laughter from children at Winchelsea Playgroup are proof that Surf Coast Shire Council’s Quick Response Grants Program can make a big difference for community organisations.

Community Satisfaction Survey results are in for 2025

Published on 27 June 2025

Surf Coast Shire Council has received its results from the 2025 Victorian Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey.

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Events

Torquay Child and Family Health Drop in Clinic

04 July 2025

Maternal and Child Health Service

An opportunity to have a chat with a Maternal and Child Health nurse between your regular Key Age and Stage visits. No bookings are required to attend.

Breastfeeding Support Service

Lactation consultants are available if you need support with breastfeeding your baby, or want to check on their growth. If possible, arrive when your baby is ready to feed.

'Tracks' Community Art Showcase

04 July 2025

Discover ‘Tracks’ — a Community Art Installation at Anglesea Art Space these July School Holidays! Come and explore this collaborative artwork that celebrates creativity, learning and caring for our local environment. Visitors of all ages are welcome to contribute to the art installation through a hands-on activity.

Do You Want to Be Your Own Boss - Starting your micro business

05 July 2025

We’re running a free training session for people with intellectual and cognitive disability and their families/carers, around starting your micro business in the Surf Coast Shire. If you think anyone over there would be interested, it would be great if you could share it around.
If transport is an issue, we can arrange some assistance.

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