Tourism
Fitness-focused schoolies enjoy Lorne
Lorne businesses and accommodation providers are experiencing a quieter schoolies week this year, with state borders open for the first schoolies in three years.
Mini city full of keen cyclists
Colac Turf Club says it would be thrilled to welcome thousands of cyclists again, after playing host to a tent city for cyclists this week.
Mass ride to boost Apollo Bay
Apollo Bay businesses are thrilled to welcome back thousands of bike riders to the area.
Hundreds join call to restore visitor centre’s hours
A petition calling for Colac’s Visitor Information Centre to throw open its doors all week has amassed more than 600 signatures.
Low Schoolies numbers for Lorne
Accommodation bookings are down for this year’s schoolies week at Lorne.
Hunting for gold in the Otways
The Hunt for the Golden Gumboot is back in the Otways every day these school holidays, offering an array of fun and free adventures, plus new surprises.
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.
Overseas tourists trickle back
The Great Ocean Road region is seeing a slow return of international travellers as the weather warms up.