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Councillors appointed to committees and organisations for 2026

Published on 10 December 2025

Surf Coast Shire councillors will represent the community’s needs on various committees and organisations next year, in another move that will help achieve goals set out in the Council Plan.

Council to engage external operator to manage new aquatic centre

Published on 08 December 2025

To get ready for the 2027 opening of the new Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre, Surf Coast Shire Council is seeking an external operator to manage the facility.

Local riders invited to be part of safer cycling on the Surf Coast

Published on 08 December 2025

Local cyclists can apply to take part in a free trial to share data from their cycling experiences to help make our roads more bike friendly.
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Or, view Council's public notices currently on exhibition.

Events

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Pilk Purriyn

26 January 2026

This Wadawurrung-led truth-telling event is an opportunity for the entire Surf Coast community to come together for deep listening and reflection.

FREE Santa Photo from Torquay Village

10 December 2025

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

Winchelsea Child and Family Health Drop-in Clinic

10 December 2025

An opportunity to have a chat with a Maternal and Child Health nurse between your regular Key Age and Stage visits.

No bookings required, simply show up! (Runs after Mother Goose Song and Rhyme)
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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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