Articles tagged: Winchelsea

Surf Coast satisfaction drops, road feedback
Winchelsea residents want improved road conditions and maintenance from Surf Coast Shire Council, a new report examining community satisfaction found.

Budget supporting Winchelsea growth
Surf Coast Shire Council has adopted its latest budget that details funding to support the future of Winchelsea as the “shire’s main growth front”.

Winchelsea’s boost of greenery
Fifty trees are set to be planted in Winchelsea as part of broader landscape improvements along the Barwon River corridor and adjoining public open spaces.

Bell rings once more at Winch
A wedding day wish has come true for a Colac district couple, thanks to some community spirit and a 10-minute fix that brought a historic church bell back to life.

Recipient dedicates award to fellow volunteer members
Winchelsea volunteer Patricia Crosbie has received a Medal of the Order of Australia in today’s King’s Birthday honours list.

‘Wrong place’ for Winch centre
A group of Winchelsea residents say a proposed $1.1-million medical centre on the town’s Main Street would increase traffic congestion and safety issues around its location.

Pet therapy has huge impact
Residents at Hesse Rural Health recently enjoyed a truly unique visit from a four-legged friend.

Check batteries, eliminate blazes
A district fire brigade is reminding residents about the importance of taking proper care when storing and charging lithium-ion batteries after a shed caught fire at Winchelsea.

Winchelsea soprano reignites arts scene
Winchelsea born and bred soprano Zinaida Campion is reigniting the arts scene across the region, starting with bringing events back to a key district venue.

Heavy tanker assists region
Winchelsea Fire Brigade says its newest heavy tanker proved essential across what was a busy fire season.

Feedback welcomed on proposed budget
Surf Coast Shire Council’s new draft budget includes a financial boost to a key residential street in Winchelsea, as well as funding for a range of other projects.

Council notes plan for future of Winch
Community aspirations and visions will guide the growth and development of Winchelsea across the next three decades.

Teachers donning swimsuits to save program
Winchelsea teachers have dived into the deep end to save their school’s swimming program, by becoming certified instructors.

Farmers benefit from recycling bags
Farmers and agricultural businesses can now recycle eligible single-use polypropylene bags at the Winchelsea Transfer Station, with the industry-led bagMUSTER program officially launching at the site.

Volunteers frustrated with unattended fires
Winchelsea district fire crews have issued fresh reminders to campers as volunteers continue to respond to unattended campfires.

SES units work to support firefighters’ efforts
Winchelsea SES has become a hive of activity, with members doing their bit to assist firefighters with responding to the Carlisle River bushfire.

Mick’s Antarctic adventures
A former Winchelsea resident has traded the Australian summer for Antarctic snow.

Works commence at Winchelsea precinct
Developers have started environmental works near a former tip site at Winchelsea ahead of a planned subdivision.

Authorities probe attempted fire station break-in
Community members have condemned an attempted break-in at Winchelsea.

Shearer sets sights on states
Winchelsea shearer Maxi Armistead has big hopes for this year after a successful 2025 season.

Pay attention to roads, traffic changes: police
Police are urging caution after two collisions at separate intersections of Cape Otway Road this week.

Pool’s policies causing splash
Winchelsea’s upgraded pool will open for its first full summer season tomorrow, but rules relating to the new season are making waves for the wrong reason.

New EV charger in Winch
Winchelsea’s public electric vehicle charger is now live and is ready for residents and visitors to use.

Winchelsea welcomes boost for war memorial
Upgrades to Winchelsea’s war memorial are now complete, with RSL members welcoming the long-awaited project.

