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Welcome

The communities of Phillip Island and Bass Coast would like to extend our warmest welcome. We are sure that you will enjoy your time here — whether you come to relax, immerse yourself in our scenic beauty, have an up-close and personal experience with our native wildlife, thrill to the many adventures on offer, or to savour our local cuisine and wines. Enjoy the hospitality of a host of accommodation choices for your overnight or longer-term stay, as you take in our spectacular beaches and coastlines, our scenic villages and townships and a multitude of indulgent, family or adventure activities. We are confident that you will want to stay longer!

Bunurong people know Phillip Island as Millowl. This is Bunurong Country and part of Victoria’s Kulin nation. All of our Country is highly significant, every square inch, every rock, every leaf, every dune and every artefact. The coastline of Millowl contains layers and layers of burnt shell (kitchen middens). Some of these layers have gaps of over 1,000 years between them, where our people eventually sat directly over the same place again, over 1,000 years later, to do the same thing; make fire, cook food, eat together and tell stories. The whole region is connected by thousands of generations worth of tradition, story and song.

Contents

Events 3 Visitor Information 3 Markets 4 Water and Wildlife Safety 5 Wildlife Wander Trail 6 Family Fun Trail 8 Twitcher Trail 10 Hiking and Biking 12 Drink and Dine Phillip Island and San Remo 14 Tasting Trail Bass Coast and South Gippsland 16 Artists and Creators 18 Bass Coast Discovery Loop 20 Whale Discovery Trail 22

Acknowledgement to Country We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land and waterways on which you will visit, the Bunurong people. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

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Events Phillip Island is home to world-class motorsport events, athletic series events, music festivals, markets and that’s just the start of our event calender. Key events to put in your calender throughout the year include the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix, World Superbikes, Island Whale Festival, San Remo Fishing Festival, the San Remo Channel Challenge and much more. Stay up-to-date with ‘what’s on’ and events for Phillip Island and surrounds!

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Visitor Information Get the local lowdown from the experts at the Phillip Island Visitor Information Centres. Their knowledge and friendly staff provide advice on travel, tours, accommodation and attractions you can find. The centres offer a fantastic selection of souvenirs and local products for sale along with tickets, accommodation, maps and free wifi. Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre 895 Phillip Island Rd, Newhaven Ph: 1300 366 422 Inverloch Visitor Information Centre 16 A’Beckett St, Inverloch Ph: 1300 762 433

Markets Forget the big, bustling markets you find in the city – our regional markets have something for everyone! On any given weekend, you will find a market happening in one of our small villages and nearby, where you can stock up on fresh local produce, homemade pressies and products, a wide variety of plants and pre-loved goods.

Churchill Island Farmers Market

Island Foreshore Market

Inverloch Farmers Market

Samuel Amess Drive 8am – 1pm First Saturday each month and additional markets Christmas/January

Erehwon Point / Jetty Triangle Cowes 3pm-9pm Summer – Autumn

The Glade 8am – 1pm Third Saturday each month

Newhaven Market

Grantville Market

Kongwak Market

Grantville Recreation Reserve 8am – 2pm Fourth Sunday each month (Third Sunday in December)

Korumburra Rd 10am – 3pm Every Sunday (closed 22nd December)

Inverloch Community Farmer’s Market

Apex Park Murray St Wonthaggi 8am – 1pm Second Sunday each month

Newhaven Primary School 9am-2pm Third Saturday of the month

Cowes Market on Church St Phillips Parish Hall, 102 Thompson Ave, Cowes 9am – 2pm Spring – Summer

The Glade 8am – 1pm Last Sunday each month

Wonthaggi Rotary Market

For the latest market updates and markets further afield go to

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Water safety San Remo and Phillip Island’s beaches and coastlines are one of the major drawcards to the region. From world-class surf beaches to beautiful bay beaches, you will find water activities galore during the summer months. Watch local surfers ride along waves at Cape Woolamai, learn to ride your first wave at Smiths Beach, or let the little ones paddle around in the calmness of the bay at Cowes. While Phillip Island’s beaches may look inviting to swim, please remember to check the ocean conditions before entering the water. Smiths Beach, Cowes and Cape Woolamai are patrolled by lifesavers during the summer months. Always remember to swim between the flags and download the Beach Safe app or visit beachsafe.org.au to check conditions and patrols before entering the water. Rip currents are one of the greatest and most common hazards on Australian beaches. Rips are the number one hazard on Australian beaches. Avoid rips by swimming at a patrolled beach, between the red and yellow flags and always have a friend with you when in the water.

Wildlife and protecting the environment Phillip Island and the Bass Coast are home to some of Australia’s most unique wildlife, including the famous Little Penguin, Australian fur seals, whales, dolphins, wallabies, echidnas, short-tailed shearwaters and hundreds of bird species. Wildlife is an integral part of Phillip Island’s landscape and identity, and living with wildlife is a community privilege. It is the responsibility of residents and visitors to keep a lookout for wildlife and slow down when driving. It is also essential to stick to paths and tracks when out walking, hiking and enjoying Phillip Island’s diverse range of experiences. Please obey the signs at all times, and remember to take your rubbish home with you, or find the closest disposal point. There are restrictions for dogs on beaches across the region, so ensure you are aware where and when you can walk your dog on lead. Report injured wildlife to Wildlife Victoria on 03 8400 7300

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Phillip Island is a bona fide wonderland of Australian native wildlife with over 40 different species making their home here, including koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, wombats, echidnas, Australia’s largest colony of fur seals, and an incredible array of birdlife including the world-famous Little Penguins. During the winter months, follow the Whale Discovery Trail to witness the magic and majesty of a range of whale species. WILDLIFE COAST CRUISES 11 The Esplanade, Cowes Experience Phillip Island from the water aboard a Wildlife Coast Cruise. With several spectacular cruises around the Island, you will encounter a range of wildlife in their natural environment including seals, dolphins, whales and birdlife, while getting a different perspective of the Island's fascinating coastline. Cruises include: Seal Watching Cruise, Cape Woolamai Cruise, Winter Whale Watching Cruise.

2 THE NOBBIES 1320 Ventnor Rd, Summerland The Nobbies is home to a number of wildlife adventures—an Antarctic exploration, Little Penguins and wild coastline. Explore the boardwalks and see the explosive blowhole in action. Enjoy the views out over the Nobbies rock formations and beyond to Seal Rocks, home of Australia's largest fur seal colony. Inside the centre, there is an interpretive display on penguin conservation on Phillip Island and entry to the Antarctic Journey attraction. 3 PENGUIN PARADE

1019 Ventnor Rd, Summerland Australia's most popular wildlife attraction. Each night at sunset, the world’s smallest penguins, the Little Penguins, emerge from the sea and waddle ashore after a big day fishing at sea. The elevated boardwalks and viewing stands allow you to enjoy all the ‘penguin action’ without disturbing them or their burrows.

4 KITTY MILLER BAY

Kitty Millers Bay Rd, Ventnor Sun, surf and snorkeling! Kitty Miller Bay is a picturesque, circular bay with a large rock platform that becomes exposed at low tide, making this spot ideal for snorkelling. A 500 metre long, south-facing beach, Kitty Miller is reasonably sheltered and has fantastic rockpools at low tide. Play it safe by the water—check conditions before entering. KOALA CONSERVATION RESERVE 1810 Phillip Island Rd, Rhyll Wander the tree-top boardwalks and spot sleepy koalas up close in their natural habitat. The Koala Conservation Reserve offers a range of family-friendly activities and opportunities to see iconic Australian wildlife in their natural habitat, including koalas, abundant birdlife, wallabies, echidnas and bats.

6 OSWIN ROBERTS RESERVE Harbison Rd, Rhyll A great way to explore the bushland of Phillip Island! Oswin Roberts Reserve offers a series of walking and cycling tracks that provide an opportunity to spot a range of Island wildlife, including wallabies and birds. There are three track loops ranging from 1km–4.5km return.

7 OCEAN ADVENTURES

Phillip Island/San Remo Experience awe-inspiring Cape Woolamai from the water on an action-packed boat tour! See sea caves, granite cliffs and ocean wildlife while learning about the local history and environmentally significant areas through the expert onboard commentary. Ocean Adventures offers a range of experiences, including; The Drift, The Thundercat and The Dive.

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246 Samuel Amess Drv, Churchill Island Churchill Island's easy walking trails and cruisy cycling tracks are a great way to take in all the beauty and wildlife of this little island off an island. With tranquil scenery, historic sites, wetland birds, lavender gardens, local Indigenous culture and the Island's famous Highland Cattle, the Churchill Island Loop is an easy stroll around the island, and there are a number of shorter walks including the North Point Loop, and the Wadjil’garook Wetland. Visit the old homestead and heritage working farm to see the animals and the daily activities.

9 SAN REMO PELICAN FEEDING

Marine Pde, San Remo Every day at midday, on the foreshore outside the San Remo Fisherman's Co-op, you can see a big group of excited, hungry pelicans swaying their big beaks and squabbling for their fresh fish lunch. While fun to watch, the Pelican feeding is not just about entertaining the crowd—it's a great opportunity to learn about the Pelicans, their diet and lifestyle. After the feeding, take a stroll on the pier and look out for large stingrays gliding through the water below.

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WHALE DISCOVERY TRAIL Phillip Island to Inverloch Between May and October, the Island's coastal waters play host to the ocean's most majestic creatures, the Humpback Whale, Southern Right Whale and the occasional Orca Whale. Follow the Whale Discovery Trail and watch in wonder with a range of land, sea and air based opportunities to view the whales on their journey.

11 BASS COAST RAIL TRAIL

Starting point: Bent St, Wonthaggi One of the best ways to explore the region is by jumping on your bike and following the Bass Coast Rail Trail—all 23 kilometres of it! Showcasing the region's rich history against stunning backdrops and coastal views, there's plenty of opportunity to spot some wildlife along the way, ranging from rare bird species, kangaroos and koalas, to migrating whales!

12 BUNURONG MARINE PARK

Cape Paterson Venture into the remarkable world that lies beneath the water's surface of the protected and widely loved Bunurong Marine National Park. There are a number of good spots to snorkel and dive in the park, such as numerous large rock pools and The Caves, which has a large pool opening out to the sea. At least 87 species of fish have been recorded within the waters and smaller sea animals are plentiful. Play it safe by the water—check conditions before entering.

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1650 Bass Hwy, Grantville Maru is a fun-filled celebration of Australia's native wildlife with a range of nature-based experiences, entertainment and opportunities to get hands on with the animals. Pat a koala, hand feed kangaroos and wallabies, get wrapped up in a python snake, cuddle a dingo and see the daily wildlife show during school holidays.

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We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of this land, the Bunurong people. Womin jeka (welcome) and we ask that you respect this land during your visit. Phillip Island (Millowl) and Bass Coast is Bunurong Country, part of Victoria’s Kulin nation.

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Phillip Island and Bass Coast is one big and beautiful adventure playground, with an endless array of activities and attractions to keep the kids entertained and create wonderful family memories. When the summer games and swimsuits are packed away, the cooler months offer visitors a chance to discover all the excitement available on dry land.

OCEAN ADVENTURES Phillip Island/San Remo Experience awe-inspiring Cape Woolamai from the water on an action-packed boat tour! See sea caves, granite cliffs and ocean wildlife while learning about the local history and environmentally significant areas through the expert onboard commentary. Ocean Adventures offers a range of experiences, including; The Drift, The Thundercat and The Dive.

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PENGUIN PARADE 1019 Ventnor Rd, Ventnor Australia's most popular wildlife attraction. Each night at sunset, the world’s smallest penguins, the Little Penguins, emerge from the water and waddle ashore after a big day fishing at sea. The elevated boardwalks, stands and underground viewing allow you to enjoy all the ‘penguin action’ without disturbing them or their burrows.

2 ANTARCTIC JOURNEY

1320 Ventnor Rd, Summerland Take a virtual journey into the wonderful world of the Southern Ocean and Antarctica at the Nobbies Centre. Antarctic Journey is a joint venture between Phillip Island Nature Parks and World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Australia with three levels of interactive and immersive experiences designed to entertain and inform the whole family. Learn about the animals, hear the sounds of the ocean, feel the freeze and play with orcas and penguins in an augmented reality.

3 WILDLIFE COAST CRUISES

11 The Esplanade, Cowes Experience Phillip Island from the water aboard a Wildlife Coast Cruise. With several spectacular cruises around the Island, you will encounter a range of wildlife in their natural environment including seals, dolphins, whales and birdlife, while getting a different perspective of the Island's fascinating coastline. Cruises include: Seal Watching Cruise, Cape Woolamai Cruise, Winter Whale Watching Cruise.

PIONEER KAYAKING Phillip Island Exploring Phillip Island's coastline by sea kayak is a wonderful way for families to take in the natural beauty of the coast and waterways. Pioneer Kayaking offers a range of guided tours that allow you to experience the varying natural environment of the Island's coast and wetlands.

5 GRAND PRIX CIRCUIT GO KARTS

381 Back Beach Rd, Ventnor The ultimate go karting experience! The 750m Phillip Island Go Kart track is a replica of the worldrenowned Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit and sits alongside the track, overlooking Bass Strait. With smooth curves and a super-fast straight just like the real deal, the track takes in some of the most breathtaking coastline on the Island.

6 A MAZE’N THINGS

1805 Phillip Island Rd, Cowes A Maze’N Things is an exciting world of illusions, puzzles, mazes, obstacles and mini golf that provides hours of fun, magic and adventure. Challenge your mind exploring the games of Puzzle Island, get lost wandering through kilometres of maze, try and solve the illusions of Magic Manor, swing for a hole-in-one on the Maxi Golf course and take on the obstacles of the high ropes course, Sky Trail.

1810 Phillip Island Rd, Rhyll Wander the tree-top boardwalks to watch sleepy koalas up close in their natural habitat. Take a walk through the woodlands and enjoy the abundant birdlife, wallabies, echidnas and bats. The Koala Conservation Reserve offers a range of family-friendly activities and opportunities to explore lush native bushland and see iconic Australian wildlife in their natural habitat.

9 PHILLIP ISLAND HELICOPTERS

1 Veterans Dve, Newhaven See Phillip Island and Bass Coast from the air with Phillip Island Helicopters. Experienced pilots fly their modern fleet of helicopters on tours over Cape Woolamai, Seal Rocks, the Australian Grand Prix Circuit, Summerland Bay (home of the Penguin Parade) and kilometres of gorgeous coastline.

10 PHILLIP ISLAND CHOCOLATE FACTORY

930 Phillip Island Rd, Newhaven A celebration of all things chocolate, with interactive games, fun and informative exhibitions and the opportunity to make your own chocolate on the spot. Enjoy chocolate samples as you move through a self guided exploration of the wonders that come from the humble cocoa bean. Don't leave before visiting Panny’s café and the Factory's chocolate shop with a wonderful selection of delicious treats and souvenirs to take home.

For more info: visitphillipisland.com.au

CHURCHILL ISLAND HERITAGE FARM 246 Samuel Amess Drv, Churchill Island With tranquil scenery, walks, historic sites, wetland birds, lavender gardens, local Indigenous culture and the Island's famous Highland Cattle, a visit to Churchill Island is an enriching adventure. Visit the old homestead or experience the daily farming activities including cow milking, sheep shearing, whip cracking, working dogs and wagon rides.

12 STATE COAL MINE

19–37 Garden St, Wonthaggi Venture back in time, through a network of underground tunnels to get hands-on at the coal face and learn how Victoria's hard-working miners extracted valuable 'black gold' from the land over 100 years ago! Operating from 1909 to 1968, the State Coal Mine produced almost 17 million tonnes of coal for Victoria's industries and railways, making it a vital piece of the region's social and economic development, and an important part of our cultural heritage. MARU KOALA AND ANIMAL PARK 1650 Bass Hwy, Grantville Maru is a fun-filled celebration of Australia's native wildlife with a range of nature-based experiences, entertainment and opportunities to get hands on with the animals. Pat a koala, hand feed kangaroos and wallabies, get wrapped up in a python snake, cuddle a dingo and see the daily wildlife show during school holidays.

ALSO CHECK OUT: The National Vietnam Veterans Museum, 14 Newhaven

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Phillip Island and the Bass Coast are a haven for bird watching! Greet migratory short-tailed shearwater birds on their journey from Alaska, see rare wading birds, parrots, resident purple hens and Cape Barren Geese, watch excitable pelicans in San Remo and of course, see the world-famous Little Penguins making their nightly waddle up the beach to their burrows.

CAPE WOOLAMAI 288 Woolamai Beach Rd, Cape Woolamai Hooded Plovers are often seen on the ocean beaches and the walk to the headland often rewards birdwatchers with views of a range of raptors, including the White-bellied Sea-Eagle. Keep a lookout for albatross and other pelagic birds, especially in winter. At dusk, from September to April, vast flocks of Short-tailed Shearwaters can be seen returning to their rookeries on the clifftops.

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THE NOBBIES / PENGUIN PARADE 1 1320 Ventnor Rd, Summerland Stroll along The Nobbies’ famous boardwalks, absorbing coastal views at lookout points set amongst natural sea bird gardens. It’s a popular area for breeding colonies of a variety of seabirds, including Little Penguins and Silver Gulls. Pause for a moment on one of the viewing platforms to take in spectacular views of the Island’s wild and rugged coastline, be ‘wowed’ by the blowhole—an amazing sea cave that thunders during big southern swells, and peek through a telescope out to Seal Rocks.

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Ventnor Rd, Ventnor On the way out to the Penguin Parade, look out for the turn off to Swan Lake on the south side of the main road. From the carpark, follow the short, well marked track through coastal bush to two bird hides looking onto Swan Lake. Wander around the peaceful lake and take your time to find a great range of ducks, teal, Cape Barren Geese, wrens, grebes and raptors.

3 RHYLL INLET & OSWIN ROBERTS RESERVE Mcilwraith Rd, Rhyll A great way to explore the bushland and birdlife of Phillip Island and an ideal spot for a family adventure! Oswin Roberts Reserve is thriving with Island wildlife and birdlife, including a variety of honeyeaters, parrots, thornbills, pardalotes, silvereyes and other bush birds. After exploring the Reserve, wander through a world-renowned habitat for migratory wader birds and other wildlife species at peaceful Rhyll Inlet. You’ll find boardwalks that loop through the tranquil mangroves, saltmarsh and mudflats, where you’ll spot spoonbills, oyster catchers, herons, egrets, cormorants, and a range of international waders can be seen in Summer. Pack your telescope or good binoculars for this one. 4 FISHER’S WETLAND

Samuel Amess Drv, Newhaven Tucked away on the left side of the road to Churchill Island, Fisher’s is an expansive wetland and captivating landscape attracting various water-dwelling bird species. A number of walking tracks, boardwalks, bird hides and elevated platforms make it easy to enjoy the varied scenery and spot the birdlife, which includes geese, black swans, pelicans and purple hens.

Marine Pde, San Remo Every day at midday, on the foreshore outside the San Remo Fisherman’s Co-op, you can see a big group of excited hungry pelicans swaying their big beaks and squabbling for their fresh fish lunch. While fun to watch, the Pelican feeding is not just about entertaining the crowd—it’s a great opportunity to learn about the Pelicans, their diet and lifestyle, and how we can improve conservation and environmental efforts to protect them, and similar species.

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Corinella Beach and seabirds roost and feed among the mangroves, while bush and scrub birds can be spotted amongst the heathland. From Settlement Point, follow the track along the southern coast on the high cliffs. The track passes through a variety of habitats, including low coastal scrub, native grassland, she-oak dominated coastal woodland and Coastal Banksias. If you’re lucky, you could even sight a rare sea eagle.

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Powlett Rd, Dalyston Situated on the Bass Highway between Kilcunda and Wonthaggi, this is an excellent site, with a range of habitats attracting different and interesting bird species—Ocean beaches are loved by the Hooded Plovers, the river floodplains attract Blue-winged and Orange-bellied Parrots, while honeyeaters and thornbills can be spotted in the banksia groves.

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BAXTERS WETLAND Campbell & Chisholm Rd, Wonthaggi The bird hide at Baxter’s Wetland offers excellent morning views of the area’s Magpie Geese, Glossy Ibis and other species. To reach the Wetland, drive to the western end of Campbell Street and walk a short distance through regenerated bush.

10 THE GURDIES NATURE RESERVE

Start at Bass Hwy or Dunbabin Rd, The Gurdies At 260 hectares and with multiple walking tracks, The Gurdies Nature Reserve represents some of the largest remaining areas of native vegetation on the eastern shore of Westernport. It is home to a variety of animals and birdlife including Bassian Thrush, Rufous Fantail, Eastern Whipbirds, parrots, thornbills, robins, treecreepers, sittellas and honeyeaters. Raptors can be seen overhead and Powerful Owls have also been sighted.

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Surf Pde, Inverloch The Ayr Creek Walk is home to an abundance of birdlife, including Honeyeaters and Black Shouldered Kites. A peaceful and beautiful trail through native bush and wetlands, it leads down Nesci Court towards Royal Parade, across the road and along another bush trail to Toorak Road. From here, walk down Evergreen Avenue, pick up the track from the corner at Beach Avenue and wander through to Surf Parade, before crossing the road to the beach.

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Inverloch A number of small bush birds, gulls, egrets, Whitefaced Herons, honeyeaters and the occasional raptor can be seen at Screw Creek, as well as emu-wren or Orange-bellied Parrot in the right season. If you take the walk along the creek bank, you also have the opportunity to see grebes, ducks and other waterfowl. An excellent walking track leading through the camping area from The Esplanade and across the creek takes you up to the Bluff where there are very good views over the inlet to Venus Bay and Point Smythe. @phillipisland

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Exploring the breathtaking coastal trails and scenic bushland by foot or by bike is a must for all visitors to Phillip Island and Bass Coast. It’s a great way to immerse yourself in nature, spot local wildlife and learn about the history of the land. THE NOBBIES WALK 1320 Ventnor Rd, Summerland The Nobbies has a maze of boardwalks offering jawdropping views of the Island’s wild and rugged coast. Pause for a moment on one of the viewing platforms to take it all in, be ‘wowed’ by the blowhole—an amazing sea cave that thunders during big southern swells, and peek through a telescope out to Seal Rocks. With boardwalks and lookouts set amongst natural sea bird gardens, keep your eyes open for the Island’s famous Little Penguins and Silver Gulls. Difficulty: Easy

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Kitty Millers Bay Rd, Ventnor Rugged coastline, stunning ocean views and remnants of an ancient shipwreck. Running aground on the coast of Phillip Island over a century ago, remnants of the SS Speke shipwreck can be spotted from the Kitty Miller Bay Walk. Start from the Kitty Miller Bay car park walk left along the beach and rock platform; the wreckage is located just 900m from the car park. Enjoy the striking seascape of the Bay and the excitement of spotting the shipwreck, however, be sure to plan your walk as access is limited to low tide. Difficulty: Moderate due to uneven rock surfaces PYRAMID ROCK TO BERRYS BEACH

3 WALK Pyramid Rock Rd, Ventnor

Rugged coastline adventures and sweeping views. This 5km return walk starts near Pyramid Rock—one of Phillip Island’s southernmost points and a favourite of sightseers for the striking silhouette it casts against the waters of Bass Strait. Follow the clifftop trail, stopping along the way at the numerous viewing platforms, perfectly positioned to take in the stunning coastline before you. Difficulty: Moderate

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Harbison Rd, Rhyll A great way to explore the bushland of Phillip Island! Oswin Roberts Reserves offers a series of walking and cycling tracks that provides an opportunity to spot a range of Island wildlife, including wallabies and birds. The three-track loops range 1km–4.5km return and offer a leisurely walk or ride through a tranquil bushland setting. Difficulty: Easy

5 FORREST CAVES WALK

Phillip Island Rd, Newhaven This wild ocean walk is a must for adventurous explorers. Head over the dunes from the car park and walk left along the beach to find the Forrest Caves—a network of sea caverns formed over millions of years as waves eroded the cliffs. Be sure to time your walk for low to mid tide as the Forrest Caves are not accessible at high tide. Difficulty: Easy

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RESERVE Boobialla Rd, Surf Beach It’s called Scenic Estate for a reason! A beautiful conservation reserve with stunning views, a boardwalk takes you through a variety of endangered native grasslands, wetlands and indigenous plants, with a viewing platform overlooking the Churchill Island Marine National Park and Ramsar Wetland. Pack a picnic and make a day of it, taking advantage of the shelters and seating. The area consists of 1.5km of walking tracks and 195m of boardwalks. Difficulty: Easy

RHYLL INLET AND CONSERVATION HILL Mcilwraith Rd, Rhyll Wander through a world-renowned habitat for migratory wader birds and other wildlife species at peaceful Rhyll Inlet. Along the Conservation Hill and Rhyll Inlet Walks you’ll find an array of boardwalks that loop through the tranquil mangroves, saltmarsh and mudflats. Keep your eyes open for the resident spoonbills, oyster catchers, herons, egrets and cormorants. Difficulty: Easy to moderate

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246 Samuel Amess Drv, Churchill Island Churchill Island’s easy walking trails and cruisy cycling tracks are a great way to take in all the beauty of this little island off an island. With tranquil scenery, historic sites, wetland birds, lavender gardens, local Indigenous culture and the Island’s famous Highland Cattle, the Churchill Island Loop (5km) is an easy stroll around the island, and there are a number of shorter walks including the North Point Loop (2.5km), and the Wadjil’garook Wetland. Difficulty: Easy CAPE WOOLAMAI WALK Start: 288 Woolamai Beach Rd, Cape Woolamai Cape Woolamai is a walker's wonderland with an array of hiking trails making up the full 8km circuit. Trails to explore include the Pinnacles Walk, Old Granite Quarry Walk and Cape Woolamai Beacon Walk which takes you up to the highest point on the Island for spectacular, panoramic views. The area is home to a range of wildlife and is a wonderful spot for whale watching in winter. Walk left along the beach from the car park, for about 1km, then take the stairs up and follow the signs for your chosen trail. Difficulty: Varying. Easy to Intermediate

SAN REMO TO ANDERSON SHARED PATHWAY Along this shared path from San Remo to Anderson, you will see some of the most spectacular views of Western Port, San Remo and the Phillip Island Bridge. Walk or ride the 8km return trail starting at either San Remo or Anderson. Difficulty: Moderate to difficult due to steep inclines

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GEORGE BASS COASTAL WALK Start: Punchbowl Rd, San Remo One of the most magnificent walks in the region, The George Bass Coastal Walk offers panoramic coastal views, as the trail sits high above the pounding surf of Bass Strait. Starting in San Remo or Kilcunda, the clifftop path follows the route of George Bass' coastal discovery voyage over 200 years ago, offering truly breathtaking scenery. 7km one-way or 14km return. Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult

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One of the best ways to explore the region is by jumping on your bike and following the Bass Coast Rail Trail—all 23 kilometres of it! Claiming the title of Victoria’s only coastal rail trail, the Trail showcases the region’s rich history against stunning backdrops and coastal views. The trail runs through the hinterlands of Wonthaggi, past the sand dunes of Dalyston, across the majestic Kilcunda Trestle Bridge and all the way to the breathtaking ocean views of Woolamai. Difficulty: Moderate

13 CAPE PATERSON FORESHORE TRACK

Off Surf Beach Road, Cape Paterson near the boat ramp Along the Cape Paterson Foreshore Track, you’ll encounter views of the coastline and a variety of spectacular scenic clifftop lookouts. Be sure to pack your swimmers so you can wander down to the beach to cool off in Cape Paterson’s famous rock pools including the ‘swimming pool’ near the boat ramp, blasted from rock platform by miners in 1910! Difficulty: Easy

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PATHWAY The Esplanade, Inverloch Walk, jog, ride and play—the Inverloch Foreshore Shared Pathway is where coastal fun flows! Running for 2.5km between Cuttriss Street and the Ayr Creek Bridge, the pathway has a number of access points to the foreshore, and passes by the Rainbow Park playground, picnic areas and four exercise stations. However you choose to enjoy the Pathway, you’ll be treated to beautiful views of Anderson Inlet and Point Smythe along the way. Difficulty: Easy @phillipisland

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From beachside cafes, burger joints with beer gardens, modern cocktail & tapas bars, and restaurants serving up panoramic ocean dishing up international cuisine—you truly are spoilt for choice when it comes to dining out in San Remo and Phillip Island. And of course, most of our licensed venues are proud to pour our locally grown wines and crafted beers, which you can also enjoy straight from the source by popping into the vineyard cellar doors and breweries. Let your taste-buds lead the way... 1

SAN REMO The gateway to Phillip Island. Located just

array of relaxed cafes, traditional pubs, cocktail bars, modern restaurants and epic fish & chips. A great spot to kick back with a drink, soak up the atmosphere and plan out your Island adventures. • BEANd • Beachside Bakehouse • Kelp C • Westernport Hotel L M • San Remo Hotel L M • San Remo Fisherman’s Co-op

NEWHAVEN Welcome to the Island! Just over the bridge, Newhaven is where you will find the popular Cape Kitchen and Saltwater, along with their magnificent water views.

COWES The central hub of Phillip Island’s food and drink scene, Cowes is home to waterfront restaurants, boutique breweries, beachside pubs, coastal cafes and family eateries.

• G’day Tiger • Waterboy Cafe L • M&O Cafe & Tapas • The Cheeky Goose Cafe L • Island Whole Foods • Beach HQ Bar & Restaurant L • Bani’s Restaurant and Bar L • Pino’s Trattoria L

fishing town and ideal spot to indulge in premium local produce and a glass of wine. • Wild Food Farm & Café L • Purple Hen Winery L M

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Ventnor’s coastal farmland provides an idyllic setting for a relaxing lunch, wine tasting and to stock up on gourmet staples. • The Store • Phillip Island Winery L M

• Isola di Capri L • Hotel Phillip Island C M • North Pier Hotel L M • Ocean Reach Brewing L

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• Rusty Water Brewery Restaurant & Bar L

• Saltwater Phillip Island L

• Citrus and Vine L

• The Haven Wave Cafe L

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After a day of surfing or a walk around Cape Woolamai, drop by Bang Bang Bar & Food for a mouthwatering Asian inspired menu and cold brews. If you love a good quality burger, then head to Island Burger Bar and grab a bite in their funky beer garden.

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• Wing Lock Chinese Restaurant L • Sombreros Tex-Mex Cantina L • Dimples L M

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conditions for growing, making and creating some truly world-class wines and beers, and an abundance of produce that showcases the tastes and talents of the region. You can source it directly from the growers, brewers, farmers and fishermen yourself, or kick back and have it served to you by friendly locals at the many restaurants, cafes and pubs. Proceed with an empty stomach!

LOCAL PRODUCE Gourmet staples, locally grown fruit & veg plucked by hand from the earth, paddock to plate organic meats, purveyors of fine foods including cheeses, breads, pastries and more, there’s a bounty of delicious opportunities to source locally grown produce scattered around the region.

WINE The boutique, family owned wineries of Phillip Island and Bass Coast have each established a solid reputation for their elegant, varietal wines. Stop by the cellar doors to taste, shop, and while away an afternoon over a grazing platter and a bottle of premium, cool climate wine.

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BREWERIES & DISTILLERIES Small batch, hand crafted beers with distinct Island flavours. Renowned gins, rare vodka and single malt whiskies made by traditional methods with modern ingenuity. The independent distillery, tap houses the passionate creators, sample a selection of local beers with a tasting paddle, and get a behind the scenes peek of where the magic happens.

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FRESH SEAFOOD the boat! With a mouth-watering range of seafood plucked from the pristine waters of Bass Strait, the region’s seafood suppliers provide a huge selection of the best quality seafood sourced directly from local fishing boats in San Remo.

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FARMS Our farm experiences allow you to connect with nature and learn how food is grown and produced in the region, shop directly from the farmers and even pick your own fresh produce. Nothing beats farm fresh!

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19 Macca’s Farm SWEETS & SPICES Wander bushfood trails, trying native herbs and spices, explore an interactive world of chocolate and create your own flavour, pick up incredible handmade fudge to take home, and end your day by grabbing a homemade gelato and wandering out along the pier to watch the sunset. Island life is pretty sweet!

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FARMERS’ MARKETS Regular markets showcase the best local produce grown and made in Phillip Island and Bass Coast. cheeses, free range eggs, ready-made meals, olive oil, honey, artisan breads, meats and plants, mixed with live music, picturesque locations and a relaxed coastal vibe.

27 Uren Rd, Krowera Perched atop the rolling hills of the Bass Hinterland, The Grove Gippsland is an immersive food and nature destination comprising an Olive Grove, Restaurant, Sculpture Park, and leisurely bushwalking trails across the 60 acre property. The restaurant serves a menu of honest food prepared on-site from scratch using ingredients sourced from the surrounding region.

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Stunning landscapes and serene coastal atmospheres provide endless inspiration for the region’s local artists and gallery owners. A thriving art & design scene is waiting to be explored, with an array of exhibitions, design studios and artist workshops dotted around the Island and Bass Coast. MOSAICS BY THE BAY Ventnor Studio open by appointment. heatherfahnle.com Mosaics artist Heather Fahnle follows her artistic passions from her seaside home studio and shares her love of mosaics at her one day workshops. Inspired by her coastal surroundings, Heather shares stories of her world through her work, using small pieces to create the bigger picture.

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242 Thompson Ave, Cowes mingaragallery.com.au Located in the heart of Cowes, Mingara Gallery displays a varied selection of Australian contemporary art, sculptures, fine jewellery, exceptional homewares and ceramics. The Gallery represents a stylistically varied selection of Australian contemporary art of the highest calibre. It aims to showcase the talents of Australian artists, designers and craftspeople, and is particularly committed to nurturing its relationships with local artists.

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56–58 Church Street, Cowes phillipislandgallery.com.au A wide selection of beautiful, innovative and affordable art and craft works by the local people of Bass Coast is showcased at Phillip Island Gallery. You will find works from award-winning photographers, painters, sculptures, jewellers, mixed media artists and woodcrafters, with pieces available for purchase. An inspiring celebration of the artistic talents of the region.

COASTAL NATIVE ART GALLERY Surf Beach studio open by appointment Ph. 0432 060 528 The inspiration of Jacquie Chambers’ art is evident as soon as you enter her Surf Beach studio. The walls are adorned with paintings of coastal scenes and the wonders of the ocean. Jacquie paints from photos, using acrylic on canvas she captures the sea—its many creatures, waves, storms, surfers, seascapes, wildflowers and sunsets. Jacquie has original paintings, canvas prints, gift cards, postcards and placemats for sale from her studio.

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40 Phillip Island Rd, Newhaven findingthegrain.com.au Finding the Grain specialises in uniquely crafted, reclaimed timber furniture and gallery pieces. Dedicated to crafting sustainable and beautiful pieces to last a lifetime, timber is salvaged from local demolition sites around Phillip Island, allowing it to live on rather than head to landfill. All material is used— the offcuts from tables and chairs made into chopping boards and picture frames, and the sawdust shared with locals for gardening and composting. Nothing is wasted. Owner and craftsman, Mark Davis can personalise and custom design all furniture pieces.

KELLY & GEMELLI ART & DESIGN 57 Phillip Island Rd, San Remo Kellyandgemelli.com Kelly & Gemelli—Art and Design is a contemporary art gallery with continually changing exhibitions showing figurative, abstraction and conceptual art constructed with alternative media. Located in San Remo, the gallery has 180 degree views over the waters of Westernport.

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9 Anderson Rise, Anderson artfusionstudioandgallery.com The working studio of glass maker Marlene Abela and steel sculptor Andrew Kasper, Artfusion Studio and Gallery is a living, breathing creative workshop and showroom featuring works of sculpture and beautiful glass art. Artfusion caters for those wishing to view or buy existing work, or commission a personal piece. WILDCOAST IMAGES GALLERY 3390 Bass Hwy, Kilcunda tonymiddletonphotography.com Award-winning photographer, Tony Middleton displays large, high resolution landscape and aerial photography in his purpose-built boutique gallery in Kilcunda. His talent of capturing the interplay of light with natural beauty powerfully presents ‘moments of time’ that draw you in. Many of the exhibition artworks are wild and vibrant areas of Phillip Island and the greater Gippsland region.

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GOAT ISLAND GALLERY Wonthaggi 18 Boundary Rd, Wonthaggi schoonewart.com Located in a delightful pocket of land outside Wonthaggi, Goat Island Gallery & Sculpture Garden is a place that rewards a visit. The acres of gardens, pastures and wetlands that surround the gallery make it an ideal setting to inspire the works of contemporary painter and sculptural artist, Frank Schooneveldt. For visitors, it is a tranquil and surprising place to share that experience. The resident goats, Esmerelda & Dulcie lend their name and personalities to Goat Island Gallery.

ARTSPACE 1 Bent St, Wonthaggi artspacewonthaggi.com.au ArtSpace Wonthaggi offers quality artworks by Gippsland artists and a gift shop stocked with original textiles, ceramics, jewellery, glassware and woodwork. The ArtSpace is a profit-for-purpose organisation, managed and staffed voluntarily by a team of artists and community supporters. Their driving force is to offer opportunities for local artists to connect with collectors, and to provide a vehicle for the ongoing pursuit of art in the region.

FIONA KENNEDY ART STUDIO 12 Beaton Pl, Inverloch Fionakennedy.com Fiona Kennedy's large canvas oil paintings have been described as ‘Art from the Heart’. Her colourful and ethereal works are vibrant, symbolic and emotional, with inspiration drawn from the workings of nature. In her Inverloch studio, you will be warmly welcomed by Fiona and invited to wander around the original pieces and limited edition prints.

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Just two hours from Melbourne, the Bass Coast, Phillip Island and South Gippsland are places of natural beauty, wildlife discovery and idyllic beaches with pristine waters. It’s a place of rolling hills with nutrient rich soil where delicious produce is grown and farmed, world-class wine is grown and beer is brewed.

From your base on Phillip Island, follow the Bass Coast Discovery Loop to escape on an adventure. Make the most of your freedom to explore, have fun and be curious – be swept away by the tastes and the scenery, welcomed by the proud, friendly locals you meet along the way. START Head off from The Nobbies at the western tip 1 of the Island, enjoying the coastal route off the Island and the sights and scenery of bustling fishing town, San Remo as you cross over the bridge.

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stopping off at farm gates to sample cheeses, pick strawberries and fill your hamper.

FIG & THE BAY Corinella Close to the Corinella seaside walking trails, Fig & the Bay is housed in a renovated heritage homestead with stunning views of Western Port. Stop by for a relaxed meal, or coffee & cake while you soak up the sun from the outdoor tables, or relax in the shade of one of the old fig trees. MACCA’S FARM Corinella Stop off at Macca’s Farm for hydroponic veggies, gourmet local produce and the chance to ‘pick-yourown’ strawberries fresh from the farm. Macca’s Farm also grows and sells free-range pork & beef, as well as stocking locally sourced free-range lamb, honey, jams, cheeses and biscuits.

BASSINE SPECIALTY CHEESES Glen Forbes Open for tastings and cellar door sales, Bassine has a wide range of locally made artisan cheeses and fresh milk made directly from their own farm-bred cows. Tours are also available for a behind the scenes look at the cheese making and maturation rooms.

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cruising over the rolling green hills and taking in the spectacular hinterland scenery. Be sure to stop in at The Grove Gippsland. THE GROVE GIPPSLAND Krowera Perched atop the rolling hills of the Bass Hinterland, The Grove Gippsland is an immersive food and nature destination comprising an Olive Grove, Restaurant, Sculpture Park, and leisurely bushwalking trails across the 60 acre property. The restaurant serves up a delicious taste of the region with a menu prepared onsite from scratch using locally sourced ingredients.

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Inverloch via Harman Wines and the small town of Kongwak. If passing through on a Sunday, you’ll see the town burst to life for its famous weekly market.

KONGWAK MARKET At first glance, Kongwak is a farming heartland, but if you look a little closer you will find a thriving creative arts scene and a treasure trove of vintage and retro fashion. This is best experienced at the Sunday markets which draws crowds from right around the region and Melbourne. Located in the main street of Kongwak at The Kongwak General Store and Sheds, it’s the best place to find rare collectables, retro, vintage and second-hand items, plants, books and art. This is not your standard regional market! HARMAN WINES Wattle Bank With a solid reputation for producing superb cool climate wines, relax under the umbrellas, enjoying the tranquil views with a glass of wine or two and a grazing platter of locally-sourced, seasonal produce.

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restaurants with a relaxed coastal vibe and delicious menus. Be sure to visit the Bunurong Environment Centre to learn about the area’s special marine and coastal environment. BUNURONG ENVIRONMENT CENTRE Home to the South Gippsland Conservation Society’s gift & book shop, a fascinating shell museum and dinosaur display with free talks activities for kids during school holidays. The shell museum contains one of the world’s best displays of shells with over 6,000 specimens on display including many local varieties. Leave Inverloch along the Bunurong Coastal Drive towards Cape Paterson, stopping off at Eagles Nest and Shack Bay to explore the unusual rock formations of this part of the coast and go for a swim in the beautiful bay beach. At Cape Paterson explore the rockpools and relax on this beautiful, curved bay beach. Highlights include Eagles Nest, Shack Bay, Cape Paterson Bay Beach.

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From Cape Paterson, drive on to the larger township of Wonthaggi, a place that blends country and coastal lifestyle with a vibrant arts scene, chilled-out quirky cafes and unspoiled wetlands right in the heart of town. Be sure to head to the vintage markets to find some treasures to take home.

The next stop on the trail is Kilcunda, but it’s worth making a detour to the sleepy town of Archies Creek and visiting the pub. ARCHIES CREEK HOTEL Nestled in the foothills of Gippsland’s dairy farm country, this charming 100 year old pub draws some big name live music acts, has five rustic, country style guest rooms (Archie’s Couch), and serves lunch and dinner in the lounge.

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worthy of one final pitstop to take in the views from the trestle bridge and to enjoy a relaxed coffee, meal or snack and pick up some coastal homewares and clothing at the Kilcunda General Store. BOURNE CREEK TRESTLE BRIDGE Kilcunda One of the most significant features along the Bass Coast Rail Trail is Kilcunda’s railway trestle bridge. Built in 1910, it offers a spectacular vantage point to take in the surf beach below as well as the rolling hills of Gippsland. FINISH 8 From Kilcunda, it’s just a 10 minute drive back to San Remo and the bridge to your home base on Phillip Island.

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