Port Campbell
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.
Gas harvest starts from new wells
Natural gas has started flowing from two new wells offshore from Port Campbell.