Articles tagged: Port Campbell
Gas exploration plans ramp up for companies
Two fossil fuel companies have outlined their plans to drill offshore from the Great Ocean Road region in the search for natural gas.
Offshore gasfield connection moving ahead
A 150-metre-long vessel has arrived in the ocean off Port Campbell to connect new undersea gas wells to the town’s Otway Gas Plant.
Port Campbell impresses with its friendly nature
An online travel agency has awarded Port Campbell with the title of Australia’s most welcoming town, thanks to traveller reviews.
Vessel en route to coast for gas project
A specialist vessel is sailing from the United Kingdom to Australia to begin work on a natural gas project offshore from Port Campbell.
Patrols to extend for weekend
Port Campbell Surf Lifesaving Club is looking to set up patrols on an unmanned beach following the club’s busiest day for rescues this summer.
Scholarship help for four students
Four Timboon and Camperdown students have won scholarships for their positive contribution towards the community.
Reserve committee approved
Corangamite Shire Council has endorsed committee members for the Port Campbell Public Purpose Reserve, with one councillor calling for more volunteers.
Loch Ard relics return to Port
The Port Campbell community has received a gift of precious items that survived the Loch Ard shipwreck 144 years ago.
State plan would kill business
“It’s terrible, this farm is our life’s work here, and it’s just getting ripped out of our hands.”
Builders needed for Port Campbell’s facelift
Building contractors can register an interest to complete works for a $15.6-million revitalisation of Port Campbell’s town centre.
Hydrogen production idea for gas plant
Beach Energy is looking into producing hydrogen and storing carbon dioxide emissions underground near Port Campbell.
Blowhole lookout receives funding increase
Plans are progressing for a whale-inspired lookout near Port Campbell, giving visitors an up-close view of the Shipwreck Coast.
State boost for Port Campbell crane course
A new crane safety training course at Port Campbell will teach locals how to use the unique Port Campbell jetty crane
Revegetation for Port Campbell riverside area
Community members are set to plant 1000 trees in an area near Port Campbell National Park in hopes to rebuild wildlife habitats damaged by visitors.
Port Campbell project inspires discovery
Colac and district residents took a close-up look at Port Campbell’s coastal environments as part of a pop-up event at the town’s main street last week.
Port Campbell house plans rejected
Corangamite Shire Councillors have knocked back plans for a two-storey home at Port Campbell, amid concerns over neighbourhood character.
Port Campbell tender opening
Building companies can apply to be part of a $17-million revamp of Port Campbell, with Corangamite Shire Council making a second attempt to tender out the project.
Call for coast safety measures
A coroner’s report into the drowning deaths of Port Campbell father-and-son lifesaving volunteers has recommended better signs warning of swimming risks along the town’s coastline, and the provision of rescue and floatation aids along non-patrolled areas.
New gas well gets green light
Corangamite Shire Council has approved a new onshore gas well just outside Port Campbell, despite objections from neighbouring farmers.
Resort work to start in 2023
Construction on a $200-million ecofriendly spa and resort near the Twelve Apostles will start next year, create hundreds of jobs and be a huge boon for the local economy, developers say.
Port tender tactics to change
Corangamite Shire Council will re-jig its tendering for a $15.6-million upgrade of Port Campbell streetscape, after failing to receive tender interest from builders.
Community feel at Crayfest
Port Campbell’s Crayfest drew big crowds over the weekend, with people already excited for next year’s event.
State wins for tourism sector
Port Campbell, Cobden and Apollo Bay businesses have picked up gold and silver medals at this year’s Victorian Tourism Awards.
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.
