Articles tagged: GORCAPA

Club demolition is underway
Demolition of a community building at Lorne is underway, officials say.

Landmark restoration complete, steps open
A popular Great Ocean Road tourist attraction has reopened after eight months of being closed to the public.

Students learning to protect vulnerable species
The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority is urging Apollo Bay community members to abide by warnings to protect hooded plovers after two chicks hatched at Wild Dog Beach.

Bay demolition project to deliver new public space
Demolition works have kicked off at Apollo Bay, with construction on the town’s harbour redevelopment set to start in coming months.

Increase in coastal erosion leads to sand replenishment
Urgent beach nourishment will be undertaken at Mounts Bay in Marengo this week following a significant increase in coastal erosion.

Mystery Lorne liquid deemed safe
A mysterious neon-green substance that appeared in a Lorne waterway is nothing to be concerned about, an environmental authority says.

Cliff alert: Steer clear, be mindful
A coastal authority has reminded Colac and district community members to practise safety around cliffs on the Great Ocean Road.

Bay works underway
Multiple safety upgrades are now underway at Apollo Bay.

Boost GORCAPA funding
A Colac and district MP is demanding a funding increase for a coastal land management authority, to ensure it is well-equipped for a summer influx.

Spraying concerns community
Concerned Apollo Bay community members have spoken out about the use of glyphosate weed spraying.

Ban lifted, but ship has sailed
A coastal authority has revoked a controversial ban that prevented a cattle freight company’s vessels from entering the Port of Apollo Bay.

All acting in authority’s top tier
A coastal authority’s executive management has had a fifth departure in less than 12 months, but the organisation says it is “well-positioned” despite the turnover.

Point Grey plans spark opposition
A new club building, a casual food premises and new public toilets are key features of a draft plan for Lorne’s Point Grey redevelopment.

Season success for accessibility
A program to improve accessibility at beaches along the Great Ocean Road has seen a boost in popularity, with more bookings expected for the Easter long weekend.

Sand replenishment to begin ahead of summer
Beach renourishment projects will soon kick off at Apollo Bay and surrounds, a coastal authority says.

Lifesaving club upgrade gets green light
Authorities have given the green light to a long-awaited upgrade of the Apollo Bay Surf Life Saving Club, including a lift and bigger women’s facilities.

Protect the Hooded Plovers
Locals and visitors are urged to follow precautions to help ensure the survival of Hooded Plovers nesting at a new site at Lorne.

Authority shares vision about walking trails
The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority has released a shared vision to establish the region as one of Australia’s outstanding trail destinations and they want to hear your thoughts.

Bay rec reserve set to re-open for holidays
A popular Apollo Bay holiday spot will re-open next month in time for the school holidays and busy summer period.

Shark activity signs spark further fears
An Apollo Bay local who campaigned to move a dead whale buried at a popular beach remains concerned about the incident after signs warning of shark activity were installed at the site almost eight months after the event.

New roof for rocket shed
A leaky roof at the historic Port Campbell Rocket Shed will be replaced with the support of a $8000 investment from the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority.

Wall collapse risk at Bay beach
Safety concerns at an Apollo Bay beach have forced the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority to block public access to changerooms until a retaining wall can be rebuilt.

Point Bunbury path construction starts
A coastal authority says it listened to the Apollo Bay community to create a new and safe access point for a walking track the community campaigned to save.

New Kennett River plan to be released mid-year
Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority has confirmed that it will release a draft Precinct Plan for Kennett River’s $3.69-million tourism infrastructure project by mid-year.

