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Geelong and surrounds In Australia during the 19th century, fortunes were made on the sheep’s back and Geelong’s history has been intertwined with the wool industry since its earliest days. The establishment of stately homes, huge woolstores and soaring churches to support the flourishing industry and its beneficiaries have created an impressive city on Corio Bay. The birthplace of Ford Australia, Geelong is home to the Ford Discovery Centre with interactive displays and a collection of antique and contemporary cars. The Geelong Gallery is one of the best regional galleries in Australia and Geelong’s traditional Botanic Gardens has recently doubled in size and now features a 21st century twist designed with the Australian dry climate conditions in mind. The National Wool Museum is housed in a restored 1872 woolstore building and tells the affectionate history of Australia’s wool industry and the human endeavour involved in its production and refinement. welcome to GEELONG and surrounds

At Buckley Falls near Fyansford, the tale of the encounter of two unfamiliar individuals is recalled. William Buckley was an escaped convict who was saved by the local Kooris in the early 1800s. He fished with the tribe at the falls and it was one of the first sites he showed to the new European settlers who arrived in the region in 1835. The bollard walking trail along the Geelong foreshore allows visitors to discover over 100 sculptured bollards that tell the affectionate story of the city’s past and present, including dapper young ladies in neck-toknee bathing costumes, 1930s lifesavers, a Geelong footballer, jaunty sailors, fishermen and a town band. At Eastern Beach in Geelong is a grand relic of early 20th century social and recreational customs – a fully restored 1930s seabathing complex. It includes an enclosed seabath, children’s pool, change rooms, cafe and restaurant.

IMPORTANT NUMBERS Police Emergencies 000 Fire Emergencies 000 Ambulance Emergencies 000 Geelong Hospital Emergency Deptartment 03 5226 7564 Geelong Hospital General Enquiries 03 5226 7111 Victorian Government Nurse on Call 1300 60 60 24 Vic Roads (To Report Traffic Hazards) 131 170 Surfcoast Shire Council (After Hours) 03 5261 0600

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Waterfront Geelong is a hive of activity, with a restored antique carousel that you can ride, an art-deco promenade swimming enclosure, restaurants and cafes, as well as great walking tracks to admire the bay views from all angles. On the first Sunday of every month, Steampacket Gardens located next to the Carousel comes alive for a local art and craft market between 10am–3pm. The Central Geelong Farmers Market is held the second Saturday of each month at Little Malop Street Central. With a distinctive blend of major retailers and independent specialty shops, Geelong is a great place to indulge your shopping addiction. Extensive shopping complexes in the city centre are home to leading chains and department stores. In the laneways and precincts around Geelong, you will find fashion boutiques, funky accessories as well as a range of unique gifts and homewares. The Geelong area is constantly evolving with a number of developments including The Edgewater complex that has substantially increased the food and wine on offer at the waterfront. The Moorabool Valley, a sub region of Victoria’s renowned Geelong Wine Region is located to the north, nestled between Geelong and Ballarat. The Moorabool Valley represents one of Australia’s finest cool climate wine regions with a fast growing reputation for boutique wineries producing premium hand crafted wines. Visit Moorabool Valley and sample the wide range of classic and alternative wines and discover how the talented winemakers turn tough climate into superior wines. welcome to GEELONG and surrounds

Eastern Beach Built in the 1930’s, the art deco swimming enclosure at Eastern Beach is a favourite with locals for walking on a warm evening and is a must do while visiting Geelong. There is a swimming area with a large tower and diving boards and a separate children’s pool that is enclosed and paved. On the shore, there are large areas of lawn for picnics and a fantastic adventure playground for the children including plenty of spectator seats for the grown ups. Facilities include toilets and dressing rooms and the beach is patrolled by lifesavers during summer.

Pakington Street Pakington Street (or ‘Pako’ to locals) runs through Newtown and Geelong West and has a vibrant mix of fashion stores, giftware, specialty stores, gourmet groceries, coffee shops, pubs, restaurants and trendy bars making a cosmopolitan mix of shopping and eating out.

The Waterfront Stretching from Eastern Beach around to Rippleside, the area includes restaurants, cafes, playgrounds and open grassy areas for the kids to play. Other attractions include the carousel, miniature train ride and a skate park. With events throughout the year and the fabulous attractions and places to eat, the Geelong Waterfront is a must do!

Geelong Walking Tours Two hour guided walking tours are available to key attractions, the arts precinct and the stunning Waterfront. The walk costs $12, includes morning or afternoon tea and departs from the National Wool Museum, corner of Brougham and Moorabool Streets. Bookings are essential – phone 5244 7102.

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National Wool Museum The National Wool Museum is Australia’s only comprehensive museum of wool, showcasing wool’s enduring impact on Australia’s social and economic life.

The Museum also has an exciting annual calendar of temporary exhibitions and events. The Museum is fully wheel chair accessible and there are accessible parking spaces located directly in front of the Museum.

With a brief to explore the past, present and future of the Australian wool industry, the Museum acquires, documents, preserves, stores and exhibits objects and materials directly related to and which reflect significant developments in the Australian wool industry. Appropriately located in a century old (1872) refurbished bluestone wool store, the Museum uses unique objects and innovative displays to tell the story of the Australian wool industry from early settlement to the present day. The Museum has two permanent galleries. The first, “The Wool Harvest”, looks at sheep farming and wool production. Exploring the pastoral aspect of wool in Australia, visitors can follow the path of the fleece through shearing, classing, wool pressing and dispatch. The second gallery, “From Fleece to Fabric”, looks at the processing of wool into fabric and offers an insight into the people and processes involved in the textile industry. Central to the Museum experience is the 1910 built Axminster Jacquard carpet loom with daily demonstrations by the Museum’s skilled carpet weavers show how the loom works. welcome to GEELONG and surrounds

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A short drive from Geelong, the Bellarine Peninsula offers the best of coast and country. The undulating hills are ideal for growing the cool climate wines that the region is famous for, and the region is surrounded by stunning bay and ocean coastline. Steeped in history, Queenscliff has an air of elegance and impressive Victorian era heritage. Queenscliff has family friendly beaches, great galleries, fabulous shopping, stunning grand hotels and a wonderful range of delicious cafes and restaurants. To add to Queenscliff’s heritage atmosphere, vintage steam trains run to and from Drysdale on weekends and public holidays. Victoria’s defence heritage is on display at Fort Queenscliff. Built in 1885 to guard the entrance to Port Phillip Bay, the Fort is now open for tours on weekends and holidays. welcome to GEELONG and surrounds

Nearby Point Lonsdale has some delightful cafes and eateries along the main street. At the end of Point Lonsdale Rd, there is a lookout with panoramic views of the notorious ‘Rip’ – the narrow and treacherous body of water where the calm of Port Phillip Bay meets the wilder waters of Bass Strait. The southern side of the Bellarine Peninsula faces Bass Strait, making for great surf at the beaches along this stretch of coast. Ocean Grove beach is ideal for a surf, a swim or a stroll. The foreshore areas in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads have great walking tracks, BBQ and picnic facilities. The Ocean Grove area is a retail hub with a great range of shops in the main street and nearby centres, as well as fantastic restaurants and cafes to suit every taste.

Barwon Heads is on the mouth of the Barwon River and was the location for the ABC television series ‘Seachange’. Fans of the program will recognise some of the sites, including the bridge and Diver Dan’s shed (which is now a waterside restaurant) or could even stay in Laura’s House, which is part of the caravan park’s coastal accommodation. Barwon Heads is central to three excellent golf courses, some of the best beaches in Victoria and has fantastic eateries – it’s a great spot for a seachange of your own! The charming bayside village of Portarlington boasts safe swimming beaches and views across Port Phillip Bay to the skyline of Melbourne. In the waters just offshore, most of Australia’s supply of mussels is grown and harvested. On weekends, fresh mussels can be purchased direct from the boat at the Portarlington Pier. If you’d rather let someone else do the hard work, local restaurants specialise in mussels, which are best served with a glass of local wine. Portarlington is central to the best wineries the region has to offer.

The Bellarine Taste Trail The Bellarine Taste Trail comprises of a selection of food producers and farm-gates, provedores, countless cafes and restaurants, a microbrewery, cellar doors and accommodation. In a unique twist to the ‘gourmet trail’ idea, the trail also incorporates local seafood businesses, which has long been one of the region’s most notable strong points. From mussels and pub meals, to blueberries and bakeries, you are bound to find a taste to suit even the fussiest of eaters. The Official Bellarine Touring Map has been released and includes information on the Bellarine Taste Trail! You can pick up a Bellarine Taste Trail tear off map at any of the outlets on the trail or visit the website. For more information, please visit: www.thebellarinetastetrail.com.au

The Bellarine Peninsula produces some of Australia’s best wine in some of the most stunning locations. Many of the vineyards have spectacular views across the vines to Port Phillip Bay. And whilst the views are breathtaking, they’d be pointless if the wine wasn’t so good! The winery operators in the region are passionate and dedicated, with much of the process completed by hand to ensure character and quality. So tour the region and taste for yourself – straight from the winemakers’ hands to yours.

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SURROUNDING areas

In an easy day trip and only within a 1 – 3 hours drive, adventure to some of the following destinations with plenty on offer to see and do.

Torquay Torquay, the official start of the Great Ocean Road and a very popular coastal town has quiet, protected beaches popular with families and plenty of restaurants and cafes to keep you satisfied. Approximately 70 minutes drive from Melbourne, travel by car via the Surf Coast Highway. Daily rail services are available from Melbourne to Geelong and local bus services are available from Geelong. While at its busiest in the hot summer months, apart from great walks, shops and all-day dining, Torquay is a year-round destination offering more than just amazing beaches and surfing experiences. welcome to GEELONG and surrounds

Lorne Set between the sparkling waters of Louttit Bay and the beautiful forests of the Otway ranges, Lorne has a special quality that charms locals and visitors alike. A stroll along Mountjoy Parade is an activity in itself, as you check out the tempting restaurant and café menus, boutiques, galleries and shops. Stroll down to the Lorne Pier and the fisherman’s coop will further tempt you with the freshest of seafood the ocean has to offer! Lorne offers many exciting activities that range from surfing the point to fishing from the rock ledges or pier, browsing the bookshops and galleries. Or you may prefer to enjoy a picnic on the foreshore, take an ocean drive, a ramble to Erskine Falls or discover the local wildlife on a guided nature tour.

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Everything you could ever want for the perfect break. Apollo Bay combines superb scenery with brilliant beaches, restaurants, fresh seafood, along with rainforests, waterfalls and a golf course overlooking the ocean. Check out the 24 brilliant sculptures along the foreshore; created by nine artists who drew on the sea for their inspiration, these artworks range from fountains to seats to decorative poles.

Wye River is located in the middle of the Great Ocean Road, situated in a natural amphitheatre between Lorne (16kms) and Apollo Bay (27kms). Wye River offers a safe swimming beach - patrolled in summer, great fishing and good food and accommodation. Walking tracks around Wye River and Separation Creek take in all the quiet bush beauty and beach walks past rockpools that are kaleidoscopes of life. If you are a history buff, do not miss the Wye River Heritage Walk. Imagine through the stories about cutting, milling and transporting of timber in the Otways.

Cape Otway Cape Otway is set in the heart of the Great Otway National Park and offers a range of nature-based experiences for those who love the environment. Envelop the magic and natural wonders of the rainforest and waterfalls or visit the Cape Otway Lightstation and re-live the wonderful and exciting historical stories in a guided tour.

Otways Marengo Marengo is located on the Great Ocean Road, just under 3 kms past Apollo Bay. Considered Apollo Bay’s quiet retreat, this resort area has a ‘small hamlet’ overlooking Hayleys Reef, marine park and the Southern Ocean. There is a wide range of accommodation options from caravan park and camping to holiday houses.

Experience the rugged magic of the Great Ocean Road coastline, the beauty of the Otways Hinterland and the natural wonders of the enlarged Otway National Park, rainforest and waterfalls. The region encompasses the seaside hamlets of Wye and Kennett Rivers, the relaxed beach resort Apollo Bay, Cape Otway, Johanna and Lavers Hill. Inland Otways towns include Gellibrand, Forrest, Birregurra, Beeac, Cressy and the major town Colac.

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WHAT’S ON in geelong?

THE BLUES TRAIN May Nothing captures the spirit of the blues quite like a steam train. Listening to the train whistle and the clickety-clack on the tracks you can imagine the old blues masters jamming it up on Mississippi freight trains as they were ‘ridin’ the blinds’ around America’s deep south. CENTRAL GEELONG FARMERS MARKET Every Second Saturday of the month. 8:30am–12:30pm Stroll amongst the stalls and sample some of the regions finest fresh produce and unique gourmet treats. GOLDEN PLAINS FARMERS MARKET

punctuated by fine food and wine and beachside walks are about to generate an exciting new winter event on the Bellarine Peninsula.

MSO PRESENTS MOZART’S JUPITER AND THE PLANETS June 2012 Through movies as diverse as Paradise Road and The Right Stuff, the music of The Planets has permeated our culture.

NATIONAL CELTIC FESTIVAL June 2012 2012 is fast shaping up to be the most exciting year yet for organisers of the National Celtic Festival, held over the winter long-weekend at Portarlington.

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Golden Plains and Moorabool Valley regions are famous for fresh food, award winning wines, gourmet food producers and breathtaking scenery. The Golden Plains Farmers’ Market offers quality local products and produce, in a relaxed and friendly environment.

June 2012

FILMS APLENTY ON THE BELLARINE

June – September 2012

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Education Program for children’s groups aged from Playgroup to Grade 2.

SCARF FESTIVAL 2012 The 2012 Scarf Festival will be held from 16 June to 2 September 2012 at the National Wool Museum in Geelong.

FAULTY TOWERS - THE DINING EXPERIENCE 6th July; 10th August; 7th September 2012 Come along and enjoy the fun of the interactive Faulty Towers performance at the Vue Grand in Queenscliff. Be prepared to be amused and abused!

KEVIN PAISLEY FASHION EYEWEAR RACE DAY July 2012 Come along to the Kevin Paisley Fashion Eyewear Race Day, for Give Where You Live.

AMY’S GRAN FONDO September 2012 The inaugural Amy’s Gran Fondo 2011 delivered a worldclass standard event on fully closed roads in one of the world’s most idyllic destinations, incident free

ROYAL GEELONG SHOW October 2012

For more information on Geelong and surrounding areas, please contact: Geelong & Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre Princes Highway, Little River (03) 5275 5797 www.visitgreatoceanroad.org.au Geelong Visitor Information Centre 26 Moorabool St, Geelong (03) 5222 2900 www.visitgeelongbellarine.com.au Queenscliff Visitor Information Centre 55 Hesse St, Queenscliff (03) 5258 4843 www.queenscliffe.vic.gov.au Torquay Visitor Information Centre Beach Road, Torquay (03) 5261 4219 Lorne Visitor Information Centre 15 Mountjoy Pde, Lorne (03) 5289 1152 www.lornelink.com.au

Planning and preparation for the 2012 Royal Geelong Show is well under way and looks to be bigger and better than ever before!

Colac Visitor Information Centre Cnr Queen & Murray St, Colac (03) 5231 3730 www.colacotway.vic.gov.au

TOAST TO THE COAST

Apollo Bay Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre Foreshore, Apollo Bay (03) 5237 6529 www.visitgreatoceanroad.org.au

November 2012 Wineries across Geelong - one of Australia’s truly iconic wine regions - will be celebrating in style as they ‘Toast’ the 11 Year Anniversary of this major annual festival.

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