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02/04/2020 SIGHT SEEING

VIRTUAL FUN WITH HISTORY - WEEK 1

Welcome to our virtual Fun with History Tour! We kick things off this week with ‘EMOH’ The original house of William Rutledge, the merchant known as the ‘King of Port Fairy’.

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BATTERY HILL & THE MOYNE RIVER - WORTHY OF EXPLORATION

Come along with our VIC Tour Guide and enjoy one of the many picturesque walks around historic Port Fairy!

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10/08/2020 DESTINATIONS

GET YOUR NEXT RETAIL FIX FROM A LOCAL BUSINESS

Leave the chain stores and glitzy malls behind for a quintessential village shopping experience from the comfort of your home.

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MY EXPERIENCE AT THE PORT FAIRY FOLK FESTIVAL

Close friends of ours live close to Port Fairy, and for years we’ve heard stories about the "Folkie". Going in with high expectations was risky but even still we were blown away - this festival was everything...plus more.

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7 DAYS ON THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD- PART 2

Early beach mornings, geothermal spas and whale watching - the second stretch of our 7 days on the Great Ocean Road was full of surprises.

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5 FACTS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT THE SHIPWRECK COAST

There's a section of coast between Cape Otway and Port Fairy in Victoria that holds a fascinating chapter in Australian maritime history. Base yourself in Warrnambool and discover the stories for yourself.

TOWER HILL: A GEOLOGICAL, CULTURAL + WILDLIFE WONDER

Travel writer Silke was thrilled to find a dormant volcano near Warrnambool and to discover more about its geology and resident wildlife.

EXPLORE BY CATEGORY

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FAMILY HOLIDAYS

Planning your next adventure? You may coming for the day, 2 days or 1 week. Enjoy time with your family along the Great Ocean Road.

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EVENTS

Port Fairy and surrounding region is spoilt for choice with events happening all year around. We share with you a day at a local event.

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SIGHT SEEING

Immerse yourself in the depth's of truly Big Nature. From the wild and unpredictable Southern Ocean, home to the 12 Apostles, the volcanic plains and National Parks steeped in history.

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DESTINATIONS

Each town and village has unique offerings across food and wine, fresh produce, the arts and retail. Spend time wandering streets and trails....you never know what you may find.
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FOODIES

Port Fairy is spoilt for choice with restaurants, cafes and speciality stores.

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BIG NATURE

Be amazed by the wild ocean and limestone cliffs, stand beneath a giant tree fern, or and feel the spray of a waterfall. Perch high on a volcano, walk along an estuary and watch out for native animals and birdlife.

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PORT FAIRY & REGION VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE

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Follow the yellow and blue 'i' signs to the Visitor Information Centre in Port Fairy for tips, maps, brochures and advice on how to make the most of your stay. The Centre contains a comprehensive display of local attractions, wildlife and accommodation options that will help bring to life your Great Ocean Road experience.

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SEAN MALADY

OWNER - THE WHARF @ PORT FAIRY

Brothers Sean and Wayne Malady own and operate the restaurant, which focuses on delivering a quality dining experience for the whole family.

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BETH GIBSON

GREAT OCEAN ROAD REGIONAL TOURISM

Beth lives and works on the Great Ocean Road and is part of GORRT's marketing team.

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SILKE

BLOGGER

My name is Silke, pleased to meet you! It is my mission to help you find the perfect vacation because I know what it’s like to have only very little time to travel. I am limited by school holidays, annual leaves and certain brackets in the business schedule. Over the years I have made it an art form to get the most out of a holiday to achieve my specific travel goals.

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MATT CHARLESWORTH

TRAVEL WRITER

Full time student, amateur writer/photographer & a passionate adventurer. You’ll find me out in the surf, discovering the outdoors or appreciating local music.

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SUZIE VERMEULEN

Digital Marketing Expert - Otway Group

Suzie's a passionate traveller and loves the region's foodie trail.

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LAUREN ORERO

MARKETING MANAGER - DEEP BLUE HOTEL & HOT SPRINGS

Lauren is a local resident, who is passionate about the luxurious, healing experiences offered at Deep Blue.

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GLENN BENSON

OWNER/OPERATOR SERENITY ACCOMMODATION

Glenn is a Torquay local who prides himself on providing luxury accommodation for large groups of families and friends all year round.

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TANYA WHITE

OWNER, ANCHORS PORT CAMPBELL

Tanya loves collaborating with local businesses to enhance the visitor experience in Port Campbell and surrounds.

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DAN HUNTER

OWNER/CHEF BRAE RESTAURANT

Dan leads the fine-dining experience at this Birregurra restaurant, that was awarded the Good Food Guide’s 2020 Restaurant of the Year.

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GREAT OCEAN ROAD ESCAPES

Great Ocean Road Escapes is a boutique property management service specialising in luxury, self-contained holiday homes in and around Apollo Bay.

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