The Bellarine Destination Guide 2024 by Visit Geelong and The Bellarine

THE BELLARINE

DESTINATION GUIDE

EDITION 3

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY We acknowledge Geelong and The Bellarine is Wadawurrung Country. We welcome visitors to our region, a place we acknowledge has been cared for by the Wadawurrung people of the Kulin Nation for thousands of years. The environment is a key reason visitors choose this destination. Traditional Owners sharing the beauty and joy of these lands and waterways is a privilege, one we repay with respect for their Country, Elders and people.

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR

WELCOME TO THE BELLARINE

TOURS & TRANSPORT

WATER & MARITIME

12 > DAY SPAS

13 > WINERIES & VINEYARDS

16 > RESTAURANTS, BARS & CAFÉS

20 > BREWERIES & DISTILLERIES

22 > MAKERS, GROWERS & PROVEDORES 25 > GOLF

27 > OUTDOOR ESCAPADES

30 > MUSIC, DESIGN & THE ARTS

31> SHOPPING

40> TOWN & REGION MAPS

DIRECTORY 32 > ACCOMMODATION

32 > MAKERS & PRODUCERS 34 > FOOD & WINE

37 > ATTRACTIONS

By Road: The Bellarine is approximately 90 minutes from Melbourne and 30 minutes from Geelong. Uber and taxis are available in the region or you can indulge in private transport to take you around (see pg 5). By Bus: Timetables are available on the Public Transport Victoria website. > ptv.vic.gov.au

By Sea: Enjoy a cruise across the bay with Port Phillip Ferries. The fast cat service (foot passengers only) takes 40 minutes from Portarlington to Geelong (select services) or 70 minutes from Portarlington to Melbourne. > portphillipferries.com.au

Searoad Ferries: The 40 minute car and passenger crossing between Queenscliff and Sorrento leaves hourly. Look out for dolphins year round and whales in winter. > searoad.com.au Front Cover: Bellarine Horizons, taken at Bennetts on Bellarine. Photographer: Martin Bigmore (IG: @martin_bigmore) Printed on Ecostar recycled paper.

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GETTING AROUND

39 > TOURS & TRANSPORT

MARK YOUR CALENDAR Naturally wine features heavily on the events calendar for The Bellarine with fun festivals held in summer and throughout the year. We don’t need much of an excuse to get together and celebrate, well... anything, from sport and music to food and art. Keep an eye on visitgeelongbellarine. com.au/whats-on for fresh updates.

2023

WONDERLAND SPIEGELTENT

26 December 2023 – 28 January 2024 Barwon Heads

2024

RIP VIEW SWIM CLASSIC

2 January Point Lonsdale

DAY OUT WITH THOMAS 5, 6 & 7 January Queenscliff

FESTIVAL OF GLASS

8 January – 18 February Various locations

PORTARLINGTON MUSSEL FESTIVAL

13 January Portarlington

CADEL EVANS GREAT OCEAN ROAD RACE

26-28 January Geelong/Barwon Heads

VIC OPEN GOLF

1-4 February 13th Beach Golf Club

GEELONG STREET RODDERS, ROD RUN

2-4 February Queenscliff

FLYING BRICK BELLARINE SUNSET RUN 10 February Portarlington/St Leonards

SUMMER WINE CELEBRATIONS

16-18 February Various Locations

PINOT AFFAIR

17-19 May Moorabool Valley/The Bellarine

NATIONAL CELTIC FOLK FESTIVAL

7-10 June Portarlington

WINTER SHIRAZ FESTIVAL

2-4 August Moorabool Valley/The Bellarine

QUEENSCLIFFE LITERARY FESTIVAL 18-27 October Queenscliff

QUEENSCLIFF MUSIC FESTIVAL 22-24 November Queenscliff

WHILE YOU’RE HERE... Discover neighbouring destinations including Geelong, the Moorabool Valley and the You Yangs precinct. Pick up a Geelong and Moorabool Valley Destination Guide at our Visitor Information Centres (see pg. 42 for details) or read online at:

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ALL ABOARD

TOURS AND TRANSPORT

> ANDY’S TRAILS andystrails.com.au

AROUND AND ABOUT BELLARINE > WINERY TOURS

aroundandabout.com.au

BELLAMOORA EXPERIENCES > bellamoora.com.au CYCLING VINE TOURS > vinetours.com.au DRIVE ME BELLARINE > drivemebellarine.com.au

MURRELL CHAUFFEUR DRIVE > murrell.com.au MUSTANG & CO > mustangrental.com.au REVITALISE ESCAPES > revitaliseescapes.com.au WILSONS WINE TOURS GEELONG > wilsons.wine WINE WHEELS > winewheels.com.au

TRANSPORT

EPIC TASTE EXPERIENCES > epictasteexperiences.com

> BELLA E-BIKE HIRE bellaebikehire.com.au

EXPLORE AUSTRALIA TOURS > exploreaustraliatours.com.au

GALAXY LIMOUSINES > galaxylimos.com.au

FRANSCENE BELLARINE > franscenebellarine.com.au

GEELONG TAXI NETWORK > geelongtaxis.com.au

GEELONG TOURS > geelongtours.com

HIRE A KOMBI > hireakombi.com

GREAT PRIVATE TOURS > greatprivatetours.com.au HOP IT > hopit.com.au

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TOURING

MYBUS GEELONG > mybusgeelong.com.au

HOP IT

SALTY AND SERENE

WELCOME TO THE BELLARINE The city is home to a growing arts scene, supported by leading institutions and independent operators crafting a reputation through their work.

SCUBABO, PORT PHILLIP BAY

Saltwater is a mood in these parts. The smell of the ocean is in the air, everywhere. The spectacular coastline offers some of the world’s best surf beaches as well as a clear, calm bay – it’s a playground made for fun on, under or by the water.

Many of the best places to eat offer water views and the region’s coastal charm has enticed top chefs to put down roots. It’s no surprise restaurants here champion ‘locally-sourced’ in their menus, they embrace what’s on offer in their own backyard. Wine is top of the list there – 40 vineyards are dotted around The Bellarine creating one of the world’s premier grape-growing regions.

GREATER THAN SWIMMING IN A POOL. THE DUNES

The breweries and distilleries are friendly neighbours to the wineries, also attracting international attention. Stroll farmers’ markets or visit farm gates to sample delicious produce grown in this terrain, pick your own berries or take a cooking class to learn how to throw it all together. Portarlington mussels are hometown heroes. They’re celebrated at a festival each January and you can pluck your own year round. The events line-up spans music, literature, film, food and sport. There’s mini-golf and an impressive water theme park plus plenty of blissful ways to relax. Enjoy the sunshine and salty breezes while exploring this beautiful part of the world.

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Cyclists will love the 35km Bellarine Rail Trail and two of Australia’s Top 10 public golf courses are right here. The townships are quaint and laid-back, dotted with cafés, provedores and boutiques. You’ll find grand Victorian architecture in olde worlde Queenscliff and thrill at boats passing through the narrow heads at Point Lonsdale.

OCEAN GROVE MAIN BEACH

MAKE WAVES

WATER & MARITIME

BEACH FUN

BARWON HEADS

Whether you’re seeking an adventure or just wanting to sloooow right down The Bellarine has a way with water. There’s big surf and a calm bay – a beach for every sport: surfing, fishing, diving, snorkelling, kayaking or stand up paddle boarding. On the other hand, relaxing on the sandy shores sounds good too - throw a beach towel over your shoulder, grab a good book and a bundle of fish and chips.

PUP IN TOW? Scan the QR code to find out where to take your four-legged friends, find dog-friendly beaches and learn about restrictions. 8

> visitgeelongbellarine.com.au/dog-friendly-beaches

POPE'S EYE

QUEENSCLIFF & POINT LONSDALE

BEACHES OCEAN GROVE & BARWON HEADS Ocean Grove Main Beach is popular with families for swimming and a great spot to learn to surf, it’s patrolled at peak times. Those with a bit more experience under their leg rope should head around to Thirteenth Beach in Barwon Heads or RAAFs Beach in Ocean Grove. Rasta Surf Co provides a daily surf report on Instagram @rastasurfco. The Barwon River Estuary is ideal for paddling on the right tide. Watch your step though, ankle-deep can become hip-deep in a flash. Rockpools around the Barwon Bluff are exposed at low tide, perfect for rambling and sandcastle building.

Surf at Point Lonsdale Back Beach or enjoy the more protected family-friendly Point Lonsdale Front Beach opposite the main street. Patrol times listed at plslsc.com.au Enjoy the tranquillity of Santa Casa Beach in Queenscliff with small waves and rock pools, excellent for snorkelling.

CLIFTON SPRINGS, PORTARLINGTON & ST LEONARDS Clifton Springs was named for the mineral springs spa resort which operated between the 1870’s and the 1920’s. The Dell is a pretty place for swimming, picnics and walking. It’s a natural amphitheatre with views across Port Phillip Bay to the You Yangs and Melbourne. Head to Portarlington Beach beside the pier for family fun in gentler waves. Or head to the strip of sand from Indented Head to St Leonards – clear, gentle and great for snorkelling.

Embrace the thrills of surfing and kayaking, guided by a local expert. There are excellent tour operators who can take you to the best spots and ensure conditions are just right for your skill level.

> GO RIDE A WAVE

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> GREAT OCEAN ROAD

SURF TOURS

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> OUTSIDE ADVENTURES

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> SEAEARTH ADVENTURES

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GLIDE ON BY

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GO RIDE A WAVE

DIVE RIGHT IN

DOLPHIN SWIMS AND DEEP WATER DISCOVERIES

The gentle, clear waters of Port Phillip Bay are perfect for swimming, stand up paddle boarding and snorkelling and there are several world-class scuba diving sites both in the bay and Bass Strait. Visibility is generally best at The Dell, St Leonards and Indented Head where you can explore the wreck site of the PS Ozone paddle steamer. Queenscliff Harbour is teeming with marine life and beyond the berth there is a harbour village with great shops, restaurants, cafés and an observation tower – it’s well worth the climb. 10

SEA ALL DOLPHIN SWIMS

If you’ve dreamed of swimming with wild dolphins and seals, Sea All Dolphin Swims run unforgettable expeditions from Queenscliff. Even those who’d rather stay dry onboard the boat will have a brilliant time. Scubabo or Bay City Scuba offer dive experiences and snorkelling for beginners and professionals. To learn more about the precious marine habitat and ecosystems, head to the Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre in Queenscliff. Explore the aquarium or enjoy a rockpool ramble. > baycityscuba.com

DANGLE A LINE We’ve all had the one that got away, but The Bellarine just about guarantees fishing success – these parts are brimming with flathead, snapper, whiting and squid. If you want to rent a tinny, get in touch with Clifton Springs Boat Hire.

> cliftonspringsboathire.com.au

Or there are friendly sea dogs aplenty who can show you where they’re biting, as well as providing tactics and gear.

> GONE FISHING CHARTERS gonefishing.com.au

> dolphinswims.com.au

> QUEENSCLIFF FISHING CHARTERS

> queenscliffharbour.com.au

> v fa.vic.gov.au/education/marine-andfreshwater-discovery-centre

MARITIME You can find out about the area’s rich maritime history at the Queenscliffe Maritime Museum, it has interesting relics and displays. Also book a guided tour of Fort Queenscliff - a 19th century coastal artillery fort originally built around the lighthouse to protect Melbourne and settlements from invasion. It remains an active defence department site. > fortqueenscliff.com.au

> maritimequeenscliffe.org.au

AND SCENIC TOURS

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> ULTIMATE ADVENTURES ultimateadv.com.au

BOAT RAMPS ARE LOCATED AT: > Clifton Springs > Indented Head > Point Richards > Portarlington Holiday Park > Portarlington Fairfax Street > St Leonards > Ocean Grove > Swan Bay > Queenscliff

INDENTED HEAD

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> dive.scubabo.com

QUEENSCLIFF HARBOUR

DAY SPAS

RELAX, REJUVENATE & UNWIND

If your idea of water fun is less action more lounging, nurture your body and soul at a day spa. Go on, you deserve it! Hidden away on a hill by the ocean is Lon Retreat & Spa, set on 250 acres in Point Lonsdale with views to the ocean and lighthouse. The mineral water soaking tubs are filled by natural springs running deep beneath the family-owned farm. Queenscliff Day Spa is sitting on the dock of the bay at Queenscliff Harbour. Enjoy a pedi with a view over the marina or try the hot stone therapy or stressrelief scalp massage, you won’t regret it. Equilibrium Bellarine Massage is based in St Leonards offering relaxation, therapeutic and remedial massage.

QUEENSCLIFF DAY SPA

> LON RETREAT & SPA lonretreat.com.au

> QUEENSCLIFF DAY SPA

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> EQUILIBRIUM BELLARINE

MASSAGE

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LON RETREAT

SCOTCHMANS HILL

GRAPES & GOOD TIMES

The Bellarine is one of the most prestigious wine regions not only in Australia, but the world. More than 40 wineries sit pretty in a tight parcel making it far too easy to hop from one to the next. The wines made here scoop a barrel full of medals every year and a bunch are five star rated by James Halliday. At down to earth, family run cellar doors you’re likely to stumble upon the owner or winemaker (sometimes the same person) who can explain the personalities of their best drops. A selection of the wineries have fine dining restaurants or more simple offerings such as wood-fired pizza. Precise rows of lush vines are impressive but set against the blue backdrop of Port Phillip Bay, they’re magnificent. Designate or book a driver such as Drive Me Bellarine, and wend your way through this wine wonderland.

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WINERIES & VINEYARDS

JACK RABBIT VINEYARD

Baie Wines Remarkable water views from this family run winery. Try excellent cool climate drops at the cellar door. They even run pop-up festivals. > baiewines.com.au Banks Road Vineyard Five star rated by James Halliday. The cellar door and restaurant has floor to ceiling windows and offers a local grazing menu or à la carte dishes such as duck breast or chicken ballotine. > banksroad.com.au Basils Farm With sweeping views over Sway Bay to Queenscliff much of the delicious food served in the restaurant is grown in the sweet kitchen garden. Outdoor dining is a fantastic option with children, they can play in the sandpit while you swill. > basilsfarm.com.au Barrgowan Vineyard Five different clones of shiraz are planted here which adds extra complexity to the finished wine. They hand prune the vines and hand pick the grapes. Try the fruits of their labour at the cellar door. > barrgowanvineyard.com.au

ONEDAY ESTATE

Bellarine Estate Overlooks Corio Bay with two chief wine labels – Bellarine Estate and Portarlington Ridge. They have a gin distillery on the property – Thirty Acres Distillery – as well as a cellar door and Texas BBQ restaurant. You can even glamp on site. > bellarineestate.com.au Bennetts on Bellarine The degustation tasting board pairs seven Bennetts wines with the finest produce from the area. They also cook up wood-fired pizzas with a side of live music. > bennettsonbellarine.com Curlewis Winery The Curlewis MV6 vines are amongst the oldest pinot noir vines on The Bellarine. Stay for lunch in The Elm Garden or The Pommard Garden. They hold cooking classes to pass on their grandparents’ and parents’ recipes. > curlewiswinery.com.au Jack Rabbit Vineyard Jack Rabbit looks out over the sparkling bay and You Yangs with a fine dining restaurant as well as a café. Wine tastings are delivered a little differently - drop in to discover a 'z blade'. > jackrabbitvineyard.com.au

GREATER THAN THE BOX STUFF.

Lethbridge @ Hatrock The focus here is pinot noir and chardonnay, this is the sister vineyard to Lethbridge Estate near Geelong. There’s an art gallery on site – Hat Rock Contemporary - in a renovated shed which once housed vineyard tractors. > lethbridgewines.com Leura Park Estate Known for their Sunday sessions and live music. You can dine in the ‘Opera House-esque’ pod or on the terrace and the menu is diverse – from charcuterie to an eye fillet steak sandwich. > leuraparkestate.com.au Marcus Hill Vineyard Drop in to the cellar door and sample hand crafted pinot noir, chardonnay, shiraz and pinot gris - minimal intervention and no pesticides. > marcushillvineyard.com.au Mermerus Vineyard Set on a former dairy farm overlooking the waters of Port Phillip Bay. The wines are grown and made on the family-run property which sheep and cattle call home too. > mermerus.com.au Oakdene Vineyards & Cellar Door A quirky and creative venue that’s five star rated by James Halliday. Enjoy the upside down cellar door and Mr Grubb restaurant set in a forest of birch trees. Also at Oakdene is Manor Suite Wine Bar – they offer a tapas menu with South East Asian influences. > oakdene.com.au > manorsuitewinebar.com.au > mrgrubbatoakdene.com.au

Oneday Estate Enjoy picturesque country atmosphere at this 14-acre vineyard. The winery was handcrafted by the owner using century old Queenscliff Marina timbers, local Catholic Church roof trusses and Barwon Heads Bridge timbers. Try small batch pinot noir, shiraz or riesling with wood-fired pizzas, burgers or paella. > onedayestate.com.au Scotchmans Hill James Halliday has given Scotchmans Hill five stars for two decades and also ranks it among the top 100 wineries in the country. The views across the bay and the old homestead are striking and so are the carefully considered meals at the restaurant. > scotchmans.com.au Terindah Estate Dine with panoramic views of Port Phillip Bay and the vines at The Shed restaurant. The à la carte offering includes delicacies such as braised short rib, truffle pomme purée, buttered mushrooms and Zinfandel jus. Then hop aboard ‘Peter’s Odyssey’ Tram Bar or order a bottle and lounge on the deck at the cellar door. > terindahestate.com Yes Said The Seal Located on site at Flying Brick Cider House, delight in these limited release cool climate maritime wines, crafted from the finest Bellarine fruit. They're fermented in French oak barrels and tastings are available. > yessaidtheseal.com.au

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Kisaan Estate Winery Nestled behind the sand dunes of Thirteenth Beach near Barwon Heads is a family-run winery and rustic cellar door. Bask in picturesque sunsets with a glass of their shiraz > kisaanestate.com.au

DELIGHT IN EVERY BITE RESTAURANTS, BARS & CAFÉS

TARRA

The Bellarine’s farmers, makers and growers are best in class and the region’s restaurants and cafés snap up their outstanding offerings. Chefs need look no further than the peninsula’s produce, they have the crème de la crème at their fingertips, which they chop, whisk and julienne into the freshest of fare. They curate interesting and unique menus and plate up the classics, just how we like them. Portarlington is famous for its mouthwatering mussels and you’ll find them featured in many creative ways on the menus of local restaurants and cafés – each chef putting their own twist on the delicacy. If you're peckish on your way to The Bellarine, Fork N Flower is a bright and colourful café at the Geelong Flower Farm and a sister venue to Mr Grubb @ Oakdene. They serve up crab scramble and Vietnamese pork belly salad as well as solid staples. > forknflower.com.au

COFFETTI GELATO

BARWON HEADS

C LARIBEAUX RESTAURANT

For seafood with a water view At The Heads is the place. Located on a picturesque jetty, the charming building was featured in much-loved Aussie TV series Seachange. > attheheads.com.au

CURLEWIS Contemporary French restaurant at the Curlewis Golf Club. Take in views over the fairways while treating yourself to twice baked goat cheese soufflé or a roast beetroot and cashew bon bon. > claribeaux.com.au

GREATER THAN COOKING AT HOME.

CLARIBEAUX

AT THE HEADS

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AT THE HEADS

A gathering place with homemade gelato and great coffee. A perfect dessert or beach-day treat. > Find them on Instagram @coffettigelato

THE Q TRAIN

DRYSDALE THE Q TRAIN

This is an experience like no other. Dine on a degustation menu while travelling on an historic train return from Drysdale to Queenscliff. Watch olive groves, grazing horses and the waters of Swan Bay pass by out the window. > theqtrain.com.au

OCEAN GROVE & BARWON HEADS OCEAN GROVE BOWLING CLUB The bistro is a great place to go for a roast or try one of the daily specials. The sports bar shows all the big games across 10 screens. > oceangrovebowls.com.au

OCEAN GROVE HOTEL

Genuine pub feel with a long wooden bar, pool table and doors that swing open to a fenced beer garden with plenty of space for kids to run around. > oceangrovehotel.com.au

THE COVENANT WINE BAR

Nestled on Ocean Grove’s main street, they pour The Bellarine’s best and have live music on Sundays. > thecovenantwinebar.com.au

THE DUNES OCEAN GROVE

Perched atop the dunes with glorious ocean views serving up comfort food like wood-fired pizzas, burgers and seafood. They also offer delicacies and decadent desserts. > thedunesoceangrove.com

PIER STREET

THE DRIFTWOOD CAFÉ

A favourite in the heart of Ocean Grove. The Driftwood Harvest bowl will nourish your body and soul and the Driftwood Burger is the ultimate Sunday solution. > thedriftwoodcafe.com.au

PORTARLINGTON & ST LEONARDS PIER FRONT PIZZERIA

Traditional Italian wood-fired pizza, pasta and seafood plus local wines. Dine al fresco in The Giardino. > pierfrontpizzeria.com.au

PIER STREET

A beachfront gem run by the team behind Melbourne’s popular French restaurant Noir. Local seafood is king here. > pierstreet.com.au

PORTARLINGTON GOLF CLUB BISTRO

If you’re after a classic parmi you’ll find it here along with more sophisticated selections such as roasted Victorian monkfish tails with a tomato and olive confit. > portarlingtongolf.com.au

PORTARLINGTON GRAND HOTEL

She’s the jewel in the crown, a grand old beauty circa 1888, sparkling again after being meticulously restored. There are four areas to explore: a bistro and a front bar as well as more relaxed openair dining at the atrium and the lawn. > portarlingtongrandhotel.com.au

ST LEONARDS HOTEL BY THE SEA

QUEENSCLIFF GENERAL STORE CAFÉ

QUEENSCLIFF & SURROUNDS

QUEENSCLIFF BOWLING, TENNIS & CROQUET CLUB

360Q

Absolute waterfront dining in Queenscliff with expansive windows overlooking the boats in the harbour. Their offering is diverse from a signature big breaky to flash fried baby snapper with rice, asian salad and nuoc cham. > 360q.com.au

L OMBARDYS RISTORANTE

All your favourite pizzas as well as risottos, schnitzels, parmis and salads. Strong local wine list too. > lombardys.com.au

P IKNIK

A café, bakery, pantry and wine store in a converted roadhouse set amongst farmland. The Drysdale goat cheese, spinach and caramelized onion tart is served with a beetroot, carrot and fennel salad. > piknik.com.au

360Q

Sophisticated food in a heritage building. The catering offered by the general store is gourmet and oh so pretty. For breaky the granola pot or brekkie burger are winners. > qgscafe.square.site

Offering classic bistro dining with views of The Rip and passing ships, two bars and outside barbeque areas. You can also try your hand at pickleball while you’re there – you’ll never know if you never go! > qbtc.com.au

TARRA

A beachfront dining experience at the Queenscliff ferry terminal – an architectural icon. The signature Tarra charcuterie includes house-cured selections of salami, capocollo, and smoked strasberg paired with pickled farm-fresh vegetables and crusty bread. Food is sourced from both sides of the bay and executive chef Michael Demagistris is running the show. > tarra.com.au

PORTARLINGTON GRAND HOTEL

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Beautiful views of Port Phillip Bay and a great beer garden. Tuck into the St Leonards beef burger or some curly wedges. > stleonardsbythesea.com.au

THE WHISKERY

CHEERS TO THAT

BREWERIES, DISTILLERIES… AND A CIDER HOUSE TOO

Beer, spirits and cider crafted on The Bellarine have cult followings. Brewhouses and distilleries combine science and art to create distinct drops and their wizardry has received standing ovations on the international stage.

THE WHISKERY

QUEENSCLIFF BREWHOUSE

THIRTY ACRES DISTILLERY

QUEENSCLIFF DISTILLERY CELLAR DOOR

A rustic shed in the middle of farmland serving up whiskey, gin and cocktails. The Whiskery is the cellar door for Bellarine Distillery. Order a pizza or platter and take up residence on one of the couches on the lawn. > bellarinedistillery.com.au

Set at Bellarine Estate, Thirty Acres Distillery selects the finest grapes from the property and takes them all the way from field to flask. They’re wild fermented, twice distilled, charcoal filtered and macerated with locally inspired botanicals. They also make boutique batched cocktails. > bellarineestate.com.au/thirty-acres

A microbrewery and craft beer haven pouring the best of the peninsula including their own Prickly Moses range. Enjoy a 'frothy' straight from the tanks and an intimate behind-the-scenes tour. > queenscliffbrewhouse.com.au

Located adjacent to Queenscliff Brewhouse is the Distillery Cellar Door. Watch the stills in action while making your way through a gin tasting paddle – local wine and beer also available. It’s a bar for sitting, grazing and discovering new flavours. > queenscliffdistillery.com.au/cellar-door

BREWICOLO BREWING CO.

Bright and playful brewery and taproom in Ocean Grove. BrewiColo’s Fijian palm tree logo is about enjoyment, warmth, fun and relaxation – all the elements they pour into their brews. Get to know the locals – Barwon Heads Bitter and Portarlington XPA – the Headspin IPL lives up to its name. > brewicolo.com

FLYING BRICK CIDER HOUSE

Flying Brick ciders are made from gathering, pressing and fermenting Victorian apples and Packham pears – no added sugars, colours or concentrates. Taste a few and figure out your favourite – there’s original, draught or pear plus some creative limited releases. > flyingbrickciderco.com.au

FARMDOG BREWING @ MCGLASHAN'S ESTATE

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FarmDog Brewing has the trifecta: they brew craft beer, distil gin and grow and make wine. They’ll also throw a pizza, burger or FarmDog platter your way. Try the beer paddle or deconstructed gin and tonic board. > farmdogbrewing.com.au

QUEENSCLIFF DISTILLERY

FLYING BRICK CIDER HOUSE

BREWICOLO BREWING CO.

THE CREAM OF THE CROP

MAKERS, GROWERS & PROVEDORES

Restaurants here couldn’t be what they are without the makers and growers who've lovingly nurtured and perfected the most delectable produce in the country menus boast the local bounty. You can go straight to the source, meandering through lush hills to fill your basket with delicious warm bread, olive oils, succulent berries and the day’s catch. We’ll guide you to the culinary treasures.

ADELIA FINE FOODS & BELLARINE BROWNIE COMPANY

The best brownies and rocky road on The Bellarine. This husband-and-wife team also create muesli, granola and healthy snacks. They’ve got everyone covered with gluten free to fructose friendly. > adeliafinefoods.com.au > bellarinebrownie.com.au

KET BAKER

ANNIE’S PROVEDORE AND PRODUCE STORE

Visual feasting for the eyes. Breakfast, lunch and dinner surrounded by a colourful and curated pantry. You’ll find gourmet staples on the shelves but new foods to try and think about as well. > anniesprovedore.com.au

HARVEST EXPERIENCE

Smoke, salt and time – you’ll be astounded by the remarkable creations that emerge from these basic elements. Bellarine Smokehouse sources sustainable fish and creates artisanal delicacies such as whole smoked rainbow trout and smoked salmon or barramundi pâté which you’ll see in many restaurants across the region. > bellarinesmokehouse.com

HARVEST EXPERIENCE

All the gear but no idea? If you’d like guidance on how to throw The Bellarine’s beautiful ingredients together, book in for a cooking class. You’ll pick fresh produce from the garden that will feature in your dishes, or you can learn how to make relishes, chutneys and handmade pasta from scratch. > harvestexperience.com.au

KET BAKER

An institution on The Bellarine, this artisan bakery is known for its 100 per cent sourdough croissants, breads and small batch pastries. Each croissant takes five days to develop its intense flavour. > ketbaker.com.au

LARD ASS BUTTER

Big on taste thanks to cream from grassfed cows, this cultured butter is the perfect fusion of texture and taste. It’s hand kneaded and hand wrapped with fun flavours to try – smoky pomodoro; sweet vanilla; and black garlic. > lardass.com.au

LIGHTHOUSE OLIVE OIL

They grow a number of cool climate varieties including Spanish, Greek and Israeli and the oils are extracted within hours of harvest. Pick up a bottle or two at Oakdene Vineyards Cellar Door. > lighthouseoliveoil.com.au

MANZANILLO GROVE

A biodynamic family-run olive grove with more than 4500 olive trees and seven different varieties. The truffle infused cold pressed oil is a favourite and they also make moisturisers and lip balms. > manzanillogrove.com.au

PORTARLINGTON MUSSEL TOURS

Jump aboard a beautifully restored Huon Pine boat and pluck your own mussels from Port Phillip Bay – or just sit back and watch the action. You’ll be guided by a mussel farmer and a deckhand and the onboard chef will cook up a storm accompanied by local drops. > portarlingtonmusseltours.com.au VISITGEELONGBELLARINE.COM.AU

BELLARINE SMOKEHOUSE

LARD ASS BUTTER

TUCKERBERRY HILL BERRY FARM

You can’t get any fresher than picking your own berries and it’s a great way to show children where their food comes from… and how good it can taste. If you’re in a rush, pre-picked punnets and jams are available. Check website for season dates. > tuckerberry.com.au

WALLINGTON’S LOCAL PANTRY

A one-stop shop for all the deliciousness made and grown in the region. Wallington’s Local Pantry has a focus on vegan and gluten-free food and strives to be plastic free. > wallingtons.com.au/wallingtonslocal-pantry

WATTLE GROVE HONEY

Run by a fourth-generation beekeeper, the honey is sourced from beehives at Wattle Grove and across The Bellarine. Not only do they sell honey but beeswax products as well, such as soap and candles. > wattlegrovehoney.com.au

WHITE FISHERIES

Visit these passionate fishmongers for the catch of the day. You don’t want to know how early the team get up to secure the freshest of fresh bounty. The Jade Tiger Abalone comes from Indented Head and much of the fish range such as the snapper and King George whiting is caught by their own fleet of fishing boats. > whitefisheries.com.au

WILDINGS PANTRY AND HOME ESSENTIALS

All the must-haves made and grown on The Bellarine in one place. Wildings also create more than 50 gourmet food products by hand such as pomegranate dressing and brandy caramel sauce. > wildings.com.au

TO MARKET, TO MARKET

Sample and stock-up on local produce at these markets:

> Bellarine Farmers' Market

3rd Saturday of the month Ocean Grove Park

> Point Lonsdale Market

2nd Sunday of the month Point Lonsdale Primary School

> Queenscliffe Community Market Last Sunday of the month, September to May Princess Park

> Bellarine Agricultural Show

A wonderful annual event where you’ll find produce, art and handcrafts. March 10, 2024 Portarlington Recreation Reserve

QUEENSCLIFFE COMMUNITY MARKET

For more markets scan the QR code.

LONSDALE LINKS

IN THE SWING OF IT

The Bellarine boasts some of the country’s best golf courses – sandy links with sea views dominate. Two are among Golf Australia’s Top Ten public courses and many have extra enticements to plump up your experience such as restaurants and accommodation as well as driving ranges and mini-golf.

13TH BEACH GOLF LINKS

Two courses (Beach and Creek) in one location with access to 13th Beach from the grounds. Accommodation and restaurant on site. > 13thbeachgolf.com

BARWON HEADS GOLF CLUB

A course reminiscent of famed Scottish links with undulating terrain. 18 challenging holes alongside the sand dunes. You can stay and dine at the clubhouse. > barwonheads.golf

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GOLF

CURLEWIS GOLF CLUB

13TH BEACH GOLF LINKS

BELLARINE ADVENTURE GOLF

CURLEWIS GOLF CLUB

One of the most improved courses in this country during the past decade with a spectacular new clubhouse, eco suites and French restaurant. The Range @ Curlewis automatically tees up balls after each shot. > curlewisgolf.com.au

LONSDALE LINKS

There’s no golf course like it in the world. May well be one of the most fun courses to play Australia-wide with water views throughout. It’s designed as a deliberate throwback to an earlier age – nostalgically challenging. > lonsdalelinks.com.au

PORTARLINGTON GOLF CLUB

It’s near the beach, but it’s not a links; it has beautiful trees, but it’s not a parklands course either. Great combination of challenge and fun for players at all levels. Restaurant on site. > portarlingtongolf.com.au

QUEENSCLIFF GOLF CLUB

Built in 1907 on Swan Island - Australian Defence Force land. The tranquility is only disturbed by the occasional train whistle from the Bellarine Railway. > queenscliffgolfclub.com.au

PUTT PUTT Mini-golf more your style? Children and adults will enjoy tackling the 18-hole courses at Bellarine Adventure Golf. Choose from The Mill course or The Mountain course, weaving in and around gardens, creeks and waterfalls. Keep an eye out for resident cockatoo Simon as well as possums, frogs and kookaburras. There’s a great playground and coffee. The mini-golf at The Range @ Curlewis is another fantastic option. Navigate water, rocks and tunnels as you try your luck on this two-tiered course – go for the glow in the dark balls after sunset. They also have state of the art X-Golf simulators and you can find coffee or all-day dining at Claribeaux restaurant on the grounds. > bellarineadventuregolf.com > curlewisgolf.com.au

OUTDOOR ESCAPADES

FREEDOM AND FRESH AIR

While action and nature abounds in these parts, The Bellarine has been a significant cultural site for the Wadawurrung people for more than 60,000 years. Originally it was called Bellawiyn, which means place of resting by the fire, and cultural sites of significance and shell middens exist along the coastline. Whether you like to experience the great outdoors gently with a walk, or with a shot of adrenaline… say, jumping out of a plane, The Bellarine’s water, land and air are perfect playgrounds for thrillseekers and chillseekers. The region’s many coastal tracks offer world-class bush and beach views – they’re perfect for walking and many are also suitable for bikes – if you’d like a little gusto, rent an electric bike from Bella E-bike Hire.

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PORTARLINGTON FORESHORE

BARWON BLUFF CIRCUIT WALK

TRAILS > BARWON BLUFF CIRCUIT WALK

A scenic coastal walk passing all the icons of Barwon Heads – the bridge, At The Heads and The Bluff. Refuel at Hitchcock Avenue. Steps, gravel and sand.

> BELLARINE RAIL TRAIL 35KM Stretches from South Geelong to Queenscliff with coast and countryside scenery. Mostly flat asphalt and gravel with some gradual climbs.

> BELLARINE COASTAL TRAIL

17KM

Network of trails across The Bellarine travelling from Portarlington to St Leonards. Wide and mostly flat.

> FERRY TO PIER TRAIL 500M

Coastal foreshore reserve in Queenscliff linking the harbour to the pier and town. A timber boardwalk provides all-abilities access to the beach and lookout with water views. A flat trail.

POINT LONSDALE COASTAL TRAIL

> OCEAN GROVE NATURE RESERVE

500M-3KM

A network of gentle grade paths within the largest patch of noncoastal indigenous vegetation left in the region - a remnant of the environment prior to European settlement.

> POINT LONSDALE COASTAL

TRAIL 1.3KM

Coastal Moonah Woodland in Point Lonsdale extending from the village to the lighthouse. Gravel surface with a gradual climb then follows the cliff top.

> POINT LONSDALE PROMENADE

2.3KM

Popular with walkers, runners and cyclists, the wide bitumen and gravel pathway follows the shoreline of Lonsdale Bay.

> THWAITES WALK 650M

Along Queenscliff’s cliff top with water views, gravel surface with gradual climb. Steep access down to Queenscliff Beach.

> LOVERS WALK 3.2KM

Traversing the coastal Moonah Woodland along the top of the Santa Casa, Narrows and Springs beaches. Sandy underfoot, undulating and becomes narrow in parts. Not suitable for bikes.

GREATER THAN WAITING IN LINE.

To get the heart pumping a little harder, Geelong Adventure Specialists can take you rock-climbing, abseiling, mountain biking or hiking. Turn up the dial and parachute through the clouds with Skydive Australia; joy ride with Geelong Helicopters or strap-in for a high G-force aerobatic flight with Adventure Flight Co – loop, spin, roll! Adventure Park is a huge water playground and theme park – arrive early to snag a banana lounge or book a cabana, it’s going to be a big day! The waterslides are brilliant, the adults will have just as much fun as the kids. The season runs from November to March with a winter wonderland of snow, lights, fire and ice held in the cooler months. Calm it down a notch and cruise on the Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway. The train departs from

Point Richards Station and travels through picturesque native parkland, overlooking Portarlington’s beaches. They have an adventure playground, barbecues and picnic tables. For a heritage train experience, jump aboard the Bellarine Railway and journey along serene Swan Bay. Adults can sit back and watch the world go by while kids are busy with the ‘spotto’ activity sheet. This volunteer organisation sometimes runs themed events such as ‘Day Out with Thomas’ and ‘The Polar ExpressTM’.

> geelongadventurespecialists.com.au > skydive.com.au

> geelonghelicopters.com.au > adventureflightco.com.au

> adventurepark.com.au

> miniaturerailway.com.au > bellarinerailway.com.au

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PICK UP THE PACE

ADVENTURE PARK

BELLARINE RAILWAY

ADVENTURE FLIGHT CO

THE BLUES TRAIN

QUEENSCLIFF GALLERY

THE HIVE

THE ART OF IMAGINATION MUSIC, DESIGN & THE ARTS

QUEENSCLIFF Queenscliff exudes an olde worlde charm that is truly special. Victorian-era architecture has been preserved and meticulously cared for. It’s a place to step back in time as you stroll the foreshore and wide, welcoming streets. You can book in for a Queenscliff Heritage Walk at the Visitor Information Centre. The arts scene here is vibrant. A collection of galleries tastefully showcase works of creatives from the region and beyond. Queenscliff Gallery is cocooned inside an 1869 Wesleyan church which is a work of art in itself. Here you’ll find original prints and works on paper. Salt Contemporary Art is set in a beautiful old drapery store showing creations from painters, sculptors and ceramicists. It’s a light-filled space spread across two storeys with a vine-draped verandah. 30

Queenscliff is also a live music hub hosting the region’s premier music event: the Queenscliff Music Festival. Aussie legends and international bands travel here to headline huge stages, across the last weekend in November. Stop in at beer gardens and cafés to listen to the music of local and faraway stars - the familyfriendly event entwines itself throughout the entire township. Step aboard The Blues Train and you’ll never forget it, never regret it. The adventure starts in Queenscliff with dinner and drinks then all-aboard! You’ll hear four blues bands as you move from carriage-to-carriage while the heritage train journeys along the Bellarine Railway – stopping for more drinks along the way. > qgallery.com.au

> salt-art.com.au > qmf.net.au

> thebluestrain.com.au

OCEAN GROVE & BARWON HEADS At Ocean Grove The Hive showcases bronze sculptures, paintings, ceramics and handcrafted furniture from established and emerging artists – many of them from the region. Downstairs, the bronze works at Willie Wildlife Sculptures have become treasured pieces across the globe, featured in the Singapore Botanic Gardens and England’s Royal Horticultural Society Garden. Art exhibitions are regularly held at the Barwon Heads Arts & Community Hub. They also organise art, singing and floristry workshops and run an annual Bellarine Arts Trail showing off works from local artists at more than forty venues. > bhac.org.au

> thehiveoceangrove.com.au

> williewildlifesculptures.com.au

DRYSDALE Drysdale has its own enclave of talented artists who are keen to teach visitors about their love of all things creative.

Artisans of Australia run art classes and have wonderful exhibitions at their gallery. Hazy Tales offer fun workshops with a few drinks to get your creativity flowing. The welcoming Springdale Neighbourhood Centre is another great option for artistic workshops such as printmaking, sculpture, water colour and life drawing. Drysdale is also home to a special studio where the intricate Bellarine Peninsula Map is crafted. It’s a detailed, hand-drawn and coloured map of the region which took the illustrators years and mountains of persistence to create – the prints and jigsaws make special souvenirs. For live music and shows, check out the line-up at Potato Shed – they host film festivals, trivia and plays too. > artisansofaustralia.com

> hazytales.com

> home.springdale.org.au/beingcreative

> geelongaustralia.com.au/potatoshed

> themelbournemap.com.au/ collections/bellarine-maps

VILLAGE WARES Charming main streets in relaxed coastal towns are sprinkled with cleverly curated shops. In Barwon Heads saunter along the tree-lined Hitchcock Avenue and turn the corner onto Bridge Road where you’ll discover Kiitos Living by Design for fashion, homewares and jewellery. In Portarlington the main shopping strip is Newcombe Street, but also make a stop at Mishka + Mikki on Geelong Road for incredible homewares, art and gifts. On Queenscliff’s Hesse Street you’ll find boutiques, vintage treasure troves, shoe shops and book shops hidden behind heritage facades and wide verandahs. The harbour precinct has retail gems too. In Ocean Grove, take a trip along The Terrace. Surf shops have colourful racks of boards on the streets and everything you could possibly need for a beach holiday. > kiitos.com.au > mishka-mikki.business.site

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SHOPPING

BARWON HEADS RESORT

Barwon Heads Resort is nestled between two of Australia’s best golf courses in the 13th Beach Golf Links Estate. The Resort features 38 beautifully appointed self-contained apartments, an outdoor swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis court, day spa, restaurant, direct access to the beach, function rooms and conference centre. Perfect location for a couples getaway, family holiday, golf trip, conference or special event. 36 Fourteenth Rd, Barwon Heads (at 13th Beach Golf Links) 5254 1777 • info@barwonheadsresort.com.au W: barwonheadsresort.com.au • FB: @BarwonHeadsResort/

CAMPBELL POINT HOUSE

Campbell Point House is a private waterfront hotel located on the stunning Bellarine Peninsula available for short stays, private events, weddings, and photoshoots. Book a room or the entire hotel. The restaurant is also open for High Tea and dinner (Fridays - Sundays). Photo credit: Peter Foster @peterfosterphoto www.peterfoster.com.au/

199 Matthews Rd, Leopold • 0499 289 015 enquiries@campbellpointhouse.com.au W: campbellpointhouse.com.au

DISCOVER THE BELLARINE

Book your Bellarine Peninsula escape through Ocean Edge Holiday Rentals. From architectural wonders, to quirky beach shacks. Ocean view apartments, and pet friendly properties to bring your pooch, we have beautiful homes to suit. We hand pick properties to offer unforgettable experiences to our guests. Locally owned and operated, our property management specialists ensure you have everything you need. beck@oceanedgeholidayrentals.com.au W: oceanedgeholidayrentals.com.au

BELLARINE SMOKEHOUSE

Delicious smoked fish, oil and salt and farmgate shop on the Bellarine. The best product takes time, pure and simple. We use premium fish, coastal ti-tree wood for smoking & salt. That’s it. Find our award-winning products in specialty supermarkets and provedores across Victoria, via our farmers market stalls, online and direct to you at our shed door +curatedPANTRY. Check website for opening hours. 2230 Portarlington Rd, Bellarine 0434 229 680 - Sarah Fenton W: bellarinesmokehouse.com • FB/bellarinesmokehouse/

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If dialing from outside Victoria use area code (03).

LARD ASS BUTTER

Butter. Made fresh on the Bellarine. Lard Ass Butter is the only artisan butter factory in regional Victoria crafting award winning cultured butter (French butter with Australian dairy cream) churned daily. Visit our factory in Ocean Grove with a viewing window available and purchase directly from our factory store. Choose from salted and unsalted cultured butter or from our select range of flavoured butters like smoked garlic, roasted fennel seed, roast tomato, black garlic and smoked butter. Open Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays). 10 Sykes Pl, Ocean Grove • 4239 0333 Cash and credit card accepted. Parking is free. Visit our online store: www.lardass.com.au

KET BAKER

Nestled among the gum trees, Ket Baker handcrafts 100% sourdough bread and pastries, celebrating local ingredients, and promoting wholesome food and gut health. Ket Baker embodies a wild-spirited approach, challenging the status quo of processed foods, while nourishing both your body and soul. Open: Mon - Fri: 8am - 6pm, Sat: 8am - 5pm & Sun: 9am - 4pm (or until sold out). 377 Grubb Rd, Wallington, Bellarine Peninsula 0480 498 502 • eat@ketbaker.com.au W: ketbaker.com.au • facebook.com/KETBAKER1

WHITE FISHERIES

A wonderful array of fresh local and ocean caught seafood is processed onsite every day. Retail shop open 6 days. Wholesale deliveries 5 days. See website for further details.

1/35 Murradoc Rd, Drysdale 5251 2496 • sales@whitefisheries.com.au W: whitefisheries.com.au • facebook.com/whitefisheries MAKERS & PRODUCERS 33

FLYING BRICK CIDER CO

Funky. Fabulous. Fun. Renowned cider house and winery in one. Innovative space, luxurious grounds and vineyard, delicious food and 100% naturally crafted ciders. Cider & wine tastings. Home of Yes said the Seal winery. Open 7 days 11am – 5pm Lunch. Dinner and Live Music Friday & Saturday nights. 1251 Bellarine Hwy, Wallington 5250 6577 • info@flyingbrickciderco.com.au W: flyingbrickciderco.com.au

JACK RABBIT VINEYARD

Iconic Bellarine winery with unrivalled panoramic views. • Contemporary à la carte cuisine • Sophisticated cool climate wines • Lunch & wine tastings • Weddings, functions & special events • FINALIST – Best Restaurant in a Winery (VIC/TAS) Host plus RCA National Awards for Excellence 2023 85 McAdams Ln, Bellarine 5251 2223 W: jackrabbitvineyard.com.au

LETHBRIDGE @ HAT ROCK CELLAR DOOR

Visit Lethbridge Wines at our Bellarine tasting room and vineyard, home of our acclaimed Single Vineyard ‘Hat Rock’ Pinot Noir and the ‘Hat Rock Contemporary’ art gallery. Try a selection of wines from our range while you chat to our team or splurge on a tasting of our coveted Reserve Series wines. Enjoy a glass of wine and a cheese and charcuterie platter in our sun-drenched courtyard. While here visit the art gallery. 2330 Portarlington Rd, Bellarine 0490 344 635 • info@lethbridgewines.com Open: Thu - Sun 11:00am - 5:00pm

LEURA PARK ESTATE

Artisan wines without compromise. • Sensational setting • Multi-award winning, estate grown wines • Stunning pizzas, platters & fresh local fare • Live music Sundays – a 16-year tradition! • The local favourite for a reason Open Thu – Sun & Public Holidays 11am – 5pm. 7 days January. 1400 Portarlington Rd, Curlewis 5253 3180 W: leuraparkestate.com.au

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OAKDENE

The Oakdene ‘Upside Down House’ Cellar Door is part of a unique and wondrous journey and a great place to start your exploration of the Geelong wine region. Experience a premium tasting, curating your own selection of wines from the range. Taste at your own pace in a relaxed setting and learn about the wines with the team to guide you through. Open 7 days, 10am-4pm. 255 Grubb Rd, Wallington 5256 3886 • instagram: oakdenevineyardscellardoor W: oakdene.com.au • facebook.com/oakdenevineyards

THE WHISKERY @ BELLARINE DISTILLERY

Bellarine Distillery produces premium Gin and Single Malt Whisky. Our tasting room The Whiskery, open Thursday Monday offers bottle sales, tastings and delicious cocktails. Our food options include simple pizzas and cheese & produce platters. 18+years only venue. Bookings made via the bookings tab on our website. Cnr Scotchmans & Portarlington Rds, Drysdale 0468 926 282 • info@bellarinedistillery.com.au W: bellarinedistillery.com.au • facebook.com/bellarinedistillery

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COME ABOARD

OCEAN GROVE BOWLING CLUB

Enjoy fresh meals in our 350-seat bistro, enjoy the atmosphere of our Sports Bar, and dive into the enjoyment of Barefoot Bowls. Our awardwinning service and beautiful location make us the perfect destination. For reservations and more information, visit www.ogbc.com.au. Open from 10am 7 days a week. Your Bellarine adventure starts here! /oceangrovebowlingclub /oceangrovebowlsclub

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18 The Terrace, Ocean Grove • 5255 1540 hello@oceangrovebowls.com.au • W: ogbc.com.au

THE COVENANT WINE BAR

The Covenant is a cosy wine bar nestled in the heart of Ocean Grove. Offering a huge selection of Australian wines from The Bellarine and farther afield. An ever changing cocktail list (including some great non-alcoholic ones) is complemented by a tapas style menu with sharing dishes, charcuterie platters and pizzas. The perfect place for date night or a catch up with friends. 2/62 The Terrace, Ocean Grove 5256 3590 • info@thecovenantwinebar.com.au W: thecovenantwinebar.com.au • Insta: thecovenantwinebar

CURLEWIS GOLF CLUB

Great golf, incredible facilities, top dining, luxe accommodation. One of Australia’s most spectacular golf courses. The dynamic new Curlewis Clubhouse, Pro Shop and Accommodation will delight. Onsite is dining destination, Claribeaux - French influence, contemporary fusion, a focus on sustainable local produce. An impressive local and international beverage list guarantees a state of blissful indecision. 1345 Portarlington Rd, Curlewis 5251 1111 • hello@curlewisgolf.com.au W: curlewisgolf.com.au

LONSDALE LINKS A newly redeveloped golfing gem, Lonsdale Links is a distinctive links golf experience served up with welcoming coastal hospitality. Boasting several Top 100 golf course accolades, Lonsdale Links also hosts a scenic Restaurant and Bar overlooking the course and Lake Victoria. Lonsdale Links welcomes members, visitors, golfers and non-golfers alike. 31 Clubhouse Dr, Point Lonsdale 5258 1955 • admin@lonsdalelinks.com.au W: lonsdalelinks.com.au • facebook.com/lonsdalelinks

BELLARINE RAILWAY

A volunteer-run organisation, offering steam train trips and experiences between Queenscliff and Drysdale. The Swan Bay Express runs steam train trips year-round and themed family specials during the Easter and July holidays. Corporate partnerships have been established with The Blues Train and Q Train. Major events include Day Out With Thomas in Jan, Apr and Oct; and THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride each Dec. Queenscliff Station: 20 Symonds St, Queenscliff 5258 2069 • info@bellarinerailway.com.au W: bellarinerailway.com.au FOOD & WINE / ATTRACTIONS 37

SEA ALL DOLPHIN SWIMS

Sea All Dolphin Swims is renowned for delivering the best outdoor regenerative tourism experiences in Victoria. Snorkel, swim or sightsee with wild seals and dolphins and more, exploring the rich diverse history of Southern Port Phillip Bay. Our multi-award-winning tours can be uniquely designed to suit your preferences and budget. Perfectly suited to individuals, couples, groups, corporate team building experiences, school activities and family celebrations for all ages and abilities. Expert interpretation is provided throughout the experience by our friendly local staff. Warm wetsuits and excellent quality equipment is included. All tour fares directly support marine conservation efforts. Queenscliff Harbour • 5258 3889 Bookings are essential. crew@dolphinswims.com.au • W: dolphinswims.com.au

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QUEENSCLIFF GALLERY (QG)

Queenscliff Gallery (QG) exhibits diverse works by Australian artists, including gallery director Soula Mantalvanos. QG proudly offers a rich tapestry of paintings, sculptures, wood engravings, linocuts, limited edition prints, abstract and expressionist pieces, and Tiwi artworks to reflect the cultural diversity of Australian art. QG successfully caters to locals and visitors from around Australia, internationally and online. 81 Hesse St, Queenscliff 4202 0942 • qg@qgallery.com.au W: qgallery.com.au

THE HIVE GALLERY & WILLIE WILDLIFE SCULPTURES

An artisan gallery in Ocean Grove with a unique mix of sculpture, paintings, handcrafted furniture and ceramics created by over 45 emerging and established artists, many of them talented locals. Downstairs is the exclusive home of Will Wilson’s sculptures with his signature bronze birdbaths and free-standing sculptures. 41 Smithton Gr, Ocean Grove 0417 116 216 • thehiveoceangrove@gmail.com W: thehiveoceangrove.com.au • Insta: thehiveoceangrove

DRIVE ME BELLARINE

Drive Me Bellarine provides luxury transport across the Bellarine and Geelong. Two fabulous vehicles, an 11 passenger Renault bus and 6 passenger luxury Volkswagen multivan. Think long lunches, winery, distillery, beer and gin tours. Airport, ferry + local transfers. Weddings + local pick-ups and returns. We’ve got you covered. Design your own tours or let us suggest an itinerary. Relax, let us drive. 0472 646 238 Jason Smith W: drivemebellarine.com.au instagram.com/drivemebellarine/ • FB.com/drivemebellarine1

PORT PHILLIP FERRIES

Looking for a relaxed way to travel to Portarlington or Geelong from Melbourne? Arrive invigorated, and ready to take on your adventure - no car keys or traffic necessary. Port Phillip Ferries offers two separate daily services between Portarlington - Docklands (70 mins direct); and select services between Geelong - Docklands (130 mins via Portarlington). Portarlington – Geelong services w/ends & most school hols. 131 Harbour Esplanade, Docklands 9514 8959 • info@portphillipferries.com.au W: portphillipferries.com.au • facebook.com/portphillipferries ATTRACTIONS / TOURS & TRANSPORT 39

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