Surf Coast Shire Council
Winchelsea ‘carport’ attracts opposition
Winchelsea residents have opposed plans to replace the town’s mud hut picnic shelter with a steel structure resembling a “carport”.
New concept for January 26
A special First Nations event will replace official Australia Day activities in Surf Coast Shire on January 26.
Event to observe 40 years since fire
It’s almost 40 years since the devastating Ash Wednesday bushfires, and Surf Coast Shire Council is planning a once-off event to commemorate the anniversary.
Tiny houses could appear on Surf Coast
A two-year trial of “tiny houses” on private land could help tackle housing shortages on the Surf Coast.
Smoke ban on beaches covers vapes
Vaping will be illegal on all beaches in Surf Coast Shire.
Speed limit cuts likely for Winch
Winchelsea motorists will need to slow down under a plan to cut speed limits on three roads.
Lorne’s annual fireworks fizzle
Surf Coast Shire Council has decided not to bring the New Year’s Eve fireworks back this year after cancelling the event for two years due to COVID.
Surf Coast prioritises road safety
Surf Coast Shire Council is aiming for zero road fatalities and injuries by 2050 with a new five-year road safety strategy.