Great Ocean Road
ROADS BOOST: $20-million windfall for coastal and district roads
Two major road safety upgrades and improvements near the Great Ocean Road have received almost $20 million in funding, creating jobs and ensuring safer and quicker journeys.
Loch Ard Gorge beach impresses list judge
Tourism Australia has listed the beach in fifth place in its ranking of Australia’s top 20 beaches.
Testing demand surging
COVID-19 testing at Apollo Bay and Lorne has been frantic and challenging, Great Ocean Road Health’s chief says, as coastal towns and Colac’s testing sites experience a sharp surge in demand.
Water damage closure for coastal drawcard
The Otways coast is without one of its marquee tourism attractions as it welcomes back visitors, with the Great Ocean Walk closed after storm damage.
Airlift follows coastal crash
An air ambulance helicopter has transported a man to a Melbourne hospital after his motorbike collided with a vehicle towing a caravan on the Great Ocean Road.
Last chance for coast trail submissions
Otways coast residents have their last chance today to have their say on a blue-ribbon walking trail for the district.
Environment funding for coast groups
Two Otways coast community groups have received State Government funding for environmental rehabilitation projects.
Authority’s bill approved
New Great Ocean Road land management legislation has passed State Parliament with amendments to protect local communities from new fees and charges.