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WARRNAMBOOL Great Ocean Road Official Visitor Guide It’s a wonderful... It’s a wonderful... WELCOME to Warrnambool. Stay for a day, a week or a lifetime – we are sure you will love the relaxed lifestyle. Situated on the Great Ocean Road, Warrnambool is surrounded by lush rural landscapes and breathtaking ocean views. welcome! It’s a wonderful... With spectacular stretches of coastline, fantastic beaches and breathtaking ocean views, beautiful parks and gardens, seaside walking and bike trails, visiting whales, notorious shipwrecks, unique volcanoes, great food, exhilarating sports and a thriving city centre, Warrnambool has something for everyone. holiday information history flagstaff hill cbd heritage trail whale watching tower hill parks, gardens & rivers trails & walks fabulous foreshore great things to do health & beauty fishing events 2014 tour of the south west warrnambool racing club premier speedway warrnambool map shopping & services PLAY arts, crafts & antiques great food accommodation cbd access and parking map getting around port fairy, koroit & yambuk scenic self drives variety of The city has an outstanding ge of cafes accommodation, a large ran tastebuds and and restaurants to tickle the events and und an abundance of year-ro entertainment. you discover We hope this guide will help to be found. some of the unique delights taking time ut abo Life in Warrnambool is , the river, out to enjoy – be it by the sea ring the overlooking the beach, discove hinterland or hidden treasures in our rich . ine cuis tasty delights of local index fun4kids 4-5 6-7 8-9 10-11 12-13 14-15 16-17 18-19 20-21 22-25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32-33 34-35 36-38 40-42 43-55 56 57 58 59-61 62-63 64 Map Coding: Advertisements contain a grid reference to the Warrnambool map which is located in the centre of this Guide. All advertisements in this Visitor Guide are accepted on the basis that their contents are true and correct and that they are in no way misleading or deceptive. The Warrnambool City Council will not accept any liability to any person claiming that they have been mislead or deceived by any material published in this guide. Printed December 2013. This guide is available online http://visitwarrnambool.com.au/visitor-information/visitor-information-centre 3 HOLIDAY INFORMATION Warrnambool is: The largest regional city in the Great Ocean Road region. Located 263km south-west of Melbourne, approximately a 3 hour drive via Geelong on the Princes Highway or Hamilton Highway. Or if you choose to come along the Great Ocean Road, please allow approximately 5½ hours driving time. Transport: • Daily rail link to Melbourne with V/Line 1800 800 007 or www.vline.com.au • Coach services to all major cities & towns • Local transit bus service (03) 5562 5735 www.transitsw.com.au • 24 hour taxi service 131 008 and 13 22 27 • Hire cars Important numbers: Population: This beautiful coastal city has a bustling population of almost 33,000 (ERP 2012). Warrnambool is the one of the fastest growing regional cities in Victoria. Climate: Warrnambool has a moderate climate with an average maximum summer temperature of 22oC, while the average winter maximum is 14oC. Here you can experience the distinct difference of the seasons from long hot summer days to cosy winter nights. • Ambulance, Fire and Police 000 • SW Healthcare Hospital (03) 5563 1666 • RACV Roadside Assist 131 111 • St John of God Hospital (03) 5564 0600 • Victorian Bushfire Infoline 1800 240 667 • Wildlife Rescue 13000 94535 Radio stations: 8823YB AM 774ABC AM 1602ABC AM 95.3CoastFM 103.73Way FM Access: Find out about accessible accommodation, toilets, parking, restaurants/cafes, business and beach access wheelchairs at the Visit Warrnambool website http://visitwarrnambool.com.au/visitor-information/mobility-access/ Visitor Information Centre Let our professional and experienced staff help you secure accommodation and provide excellent advice on the things to see and do in the Warrnambool region and beyond. • • • • Internet access Free parking Fishing Licences Viewing binoculars • • • • Gift shop Bike hire Onsite attraction Restaurant • Amenities • A ccommodation & activity bookings Website: www.visitwarrnambool.com.au Email: [email protected] Flagstaff, 89 Merri Street, Warrnambool, Victoria, 3280 Phone: 1800 637 725 or +61 3 5559 4620 Open: Winter 9am-9pm; Summer 9am-10pm 4 Point your Smart Phone QR reader here to visit the official Warrnambool website: www.visitwarrnambool.com.au The capital of the Great South Coast. Your short-cut to the Great Ocean Road experience. The city is brimming with activities and wellknown for its unspoilt beaches, historic sites, galleries and great eating spots. The magnificent 12 Apostles are an easy drive, making it the perfect location to discover the world renowned Great Ocean Road and surrounds. www.visitwarrnambool.com.au The best place to discover the Great Ocean Road. DISTANCE TO WARRNAMBOOL: from Melbourne (Princes Highway A1) (Great Ocean Road B100) (Hamilton Hwy B140) from Ballarat from Adelaide (A1) from Torquay (B100) from Halls Gap (Grampians) from The 12 Apostles (B100) 263kms 353kms 260kms 174kms 655kms 267kms 166kms 77kms 3 hrs 15 mins 5 hrs 30 mins 3 hrs 10 mins 2 hrs 8 hrs 4 hrs 2 hrs 30 mins 1 hrs 15 mins 5 Discover our past Warrnambool is home to many shipwrecks, historic boathouse, state heritage listed lighthouse precinct and maritime village. A major trading port in the late 1800's and at the heart of the notorious Shipwreck Coast. A mysterious shipwreck buried deep beneath the sand dunes on Warrnambool’s outskirts is just one of the intriguing tales that contribute to the city’s unique history. War Memorial Lady Bay Lighthouse Precinct A Portuguese vessel, fondly known by locals as “The Mahogany Ship” reportedly ran aground off Warrnambool in the 1500s. This local legend is supported by the discovery of old Portuguese charts that depict Australia’s southern coastline as far as Armstrong’s Bay. It is believed these charts were drawn in the 1520s. If ever found or proven, the Mahogany Ship and those Portuguese charts could rewrite the history of both Warrnambool and Australia. Proudfoot's Boathouse 6 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au history a watery grave The southwest coastline is a well known graveyard for sailing ships, with 80 known wrecks on the sea floor between Port Fairy and Cape Otway - 14 of these lie on the bed of Warrnambool’s Lady Bay. Proudfoot’s Boathouse Built over 100 years ago, Proudfoot’s Boathouse reflects the early days of fishing and boating on the Hopkins River. Classified by the National Trust as an early Australian recreational facility. LOCATION: 2 Simpson Street (on Hopkins River) War Memorial Erected in 1925, it is a monument to recognise those who served in two world wars, and to the services of Korean and Vietnam Veterans. This impressive monument is made from red granite and the angel is carved from Italian marble. LOCATION: Liebig Street, Merri Street roundabout OPEN: Access all times Breakwater In 1876 planning commenced to protect the harbour utilising huge concrete blocks weighing 32 tons each, which were transported to the breakwater site by a specially built railway line. The Breakwater was completed in 1890 and extended in 1915. LOCATION: Viaduct Road War Memorial Granny’s Grave This monument was erected in 1904 in recognition of the first white woman to be buried in Warrnambool. It marks the final resting place of Mrs. James Raddleston who died in 1848, when the Warrnambool settlement was approximately a year old. LOCATION: The Promenade, off Hickford Parade overlooking Lady Bay OPEN: Access all times Lady Bay Lighthouse Precinct The Upper Lighthouse in the State Heritage-listed lighthouse precinct at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village was originally on Middle Island and the Lower Light was originally on the beach at Lady Bay. Both were relocated to Flagstaff Hill in 1871 and they are still in operation today for the benefit of shipping. LOCATION: Flagstaff Hill, Merri Street OPEN: Daily www.visitwarrnambool.com.au Wollaston Bridge The property Wollaston was selected by Thomas Manifold in the early 1840s and inherited by Walter Manifold in 1884. A punt operated across the Merri River until Arthur D Dobson, who constructed the Breakwater, built the Wollaston Suspension Bridge in 1890 for Walter Manifold. The bridge which used cables from the Melbourne Tramway Service cost £5000 and is classified by the National Trust. LOCATION: Wollaston Road OPEN: Access all times 7 Flagstaff Hill R15 a journey back in time ...a state heritage listed precinct, incorporating Lady Bay lighthouse, Warrnambool garrison and maritime village. Flagstaff Hill’s Maritime Village is set on 10 acres and reflects the pioneering atmosphere of an 1870s coastal port. Experience first hand the perils of early sea travel as you explore The Gravesend Theatre, audiovisual presentations, interactive displays, and the relics & treasures recovered from various shipwrecks in the Great Circle Gallery. A key feature of the Great Circle Gallery is the priceless Minton earthenware statue, the Loch Ard Peacock, Australia’s most valuable shipwreck relic. Transported from England to Melbourne aboard the clipper the Loch Ard in 1878 for display at Melbourne’s Great International Exhibition of 1880, the life-sized Loch Ard Peacock was washed ashore in a packing crate, just days after its namesake ran aground. Look for a range of temporary exhibitions held each year. Ask about the NEW Lighthouse Lodge OPENING TIMES: Daily 9am - 5pm (closed Christmas Day) Check us out on the web cam: www.flagstaffhill.com • • • • • • 8 Accommodation packages available Gift & souvenir shop on site, open daily until late Education programs available Special School holiday activities Visitor Information Centre on site Group tours available Merri Street, Warrnambool www.visitwarrnambool.com.au The Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, Warrnambool is situated within an hour’s drive of the 12 Apostles on the Great Ocean Road. Flagstaff Hill is Warrnambool’s premier attraction providing the vital link between the culture and heritage of the Shipwreck Coast and the contemporary Great Ocean Road experience. ...a breathtaking world class sound and laser show Imagine being on board a 19th century sailing ship as it sinks in the treacherous seas off the coast of Victoria’s Great Ocean Road…and surviving! Experience the tragedy, drama and excitement of sailing the high seas. The world class sound and laser show tells the tale of the ship’s demise and the miraculous survival of just two passengers, Tom Pearce and Eva Carmichael. Screening nightly from dusk. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. Dinner & Show Packages available. The Loch Ard disaster is dramatically relived via a spectacular sound and laser show projected on to a 9 metre high aquascreen. The grand finale features the world famous Loch Ard Peacock. Options for the show: Loch Ard walk - be taken by guide and lantern to our main theatre through the cobblestone streets of the village. Transport - enjoy the best of the show without needing to walk by being transported to and from our main theatre. * Note: no price difference. N N W N W www.flagstaffhill.com www.visitwarrnambool.com.au ph: 1800 556 111 or (03) 5559 4600 9 S cbd heritage trail Warrnambool is home to many historic buildings and the CBD provides a cluster of sites which can be appreciated as you wander through the city streets. 4 5 2 3 6 1 22 7 8 9 11 10 12 13 21 14 20 15 17 18 16 19 10 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au 1 Swan Reserve On the site of the former Municipal Victoria Saleyards and named after Cr. James Swan, Mayor 1927-8 (note the old limestone wall). Originally Swan Reserve occupied the median strip currently between Kepler and Fairy Streets. The name was tranferred to the old saleyards site. 2 St. John’s Church Completed in 1875, designed by Andrew Kerr and rebuilt after it was burnt down in 1920. 11 Ambleside (Koroit St.) Once a residence and surgery for a number of doctors. 12 The former Warrnambool Standard Office (Koroit St.) The westerly section was once part of the business of Bloomfield Brothers, skin and hide dealers. 13 Ozone Coffee Palace The Warrnambool Hotel is on the site of the Ozone Coffee Palace, built in 1890, burnt down in 1929 as the Hotel Mansions and the most magnificent building ever erected in Warrnambool. 3 Ierne This two-storey residence on the corner of Kepler and Spence Streets was built in 1883 for Dr. Fleetwood. 4 Warrnambool Primary School No. 1743 14 Intersection of Kepler & Timor Sts Four buildings of note - the former Bank of Australasia, (now a nightclub), the National Bank, the Western Hotel (1869), once a Cobb and Co. staging post and the former A.M.P. office, now part of TAFE. Was opened in 1876. The bell tower was a later addition. 5 Victorian Villas Opposite Warrnambool Primary School. These 19th century homes are noteworthy for their distinctive Italianate-style barge boards. 15 Timor Street Many Heritage listed buildings - note the tiled entrance on No. 198 and the protective hub stone at the lane. 6 Fairy Street - No. 181 was McSweeney’s Cordial Factory. - No. 165 old Olive Branch Hotel. - Hammond’s Paint Shop was once Elliot’s Boot Factory. - Lava Street corner - the building with the wheatsheaf motif was Smith’s Bakery and, moving south, McConnell’s Livery and Letting Stables, and W.J Taggart, Tailor. - Lynch’s store today housed the merchants Russell and Powell. - West Lava Street corner – a row of historic buildings once housing: • W Stevens Produce Store • Lance, plumber • Sambell, chemist • Robinson & Morse vehicle maker (Callaghans today) - The shops in a southerly direction from the Caledonian Hotel were once known as Gray’s Coliseum. 7 Christ Church (Koroit St.) 1854-6 double nave church (Nathaniel Billing, architect) and the tower added in 1882 (Andrew Kerr architect). 8 Ellerslie College Built as a school and notable for the carved limestone. 9 First Royal Archer Hotel (Koroit St.) Originally in the area between Ellerslie College and the Fairy Street corner building. 10 Nayler’s Corner (Koroit St.) The Leahy's Electrical store today was formerly known as Nayler’s Corner (General Store). The building next door was Salter’s store and later Murrell’s the furrier. Note the clerestory skylights. www.visitwarrnambool.com.au 16 Gilles Street An historic precinct including the old Court House (1871), the old Police Station and stables, lock up and residence and the old Customs House. 17 Commercial Hotel Built in 1856 and now the Whalers’ Hotel. 18 Cramond and Dickson Store At the corner of Liebig and Timor Streets was the Cramond and Dickson store trading from 1856 to 1973, now Cactus Jam. 19 Timor Street Flanking the Civic Green are two remnants of what was once Warrnambool’s main commercial centre - the Deakin Worldly building, once known as Scherell’s building which housed the National Bank and, fronting Liebig Street, the former Steam Navigation Company office (1886) which is now part of the Art Gallery. 20 Liebig Street Most of the two-storeyed buildings were erected in the late 1800s. 21 Fletcher Jones Corner Corner of Liebig and Koroit Street where the famous men’s store was located (now Kodak Express). 22 St. Joseph’s Church (Kepler St.) Completed in 1872 with the spire added in 1886 and slightly shortened following damage caused by a lightning strike. The original church on the site stands on the Raglan Parade/Kepler Street corner. 11 whale watching Victoria's Southern Right Whale Nursery Z31 Almost every year between June and September, female Southern Right Whales return to the waters off Warrnambool’s Logan’s Beach to calve. The whales often swim within a hundred metres of the shore and can be viewed from a specially constructed whale viewing platform in the sand dunes or from the beach. Why do the whales come to warrnambool? The magnificent Southern Right Whales have been visiting Warrnambool for hundreds of years. Once, they were hunted almost to the point of extinction, but since whaling was outlawed in 1935, their numbers have been growing. In summer, Southern Right Whales live in the subAntarctic. In winter, they migrate to warmer waters around the southern areas of Australia. The females migrate to the “nursery” areas close to the shore to bear their calves, while the males, yearlings and young adults use other locations along the coast. The females generally stay in the nursery for many weeks, allowing the calves to feed and gather strength for their journey back to the sub-Antarctic waters. What is a whale? Whales belong to a group of animals called cetaceans, which include dolphins and porpoises. The whale is the earth’s largest mammal. It breathes air and feeds its young on milk. The Southern Right Whale The Southern Right Whale can be recognised by its smooth, black back and lack of dorsal fin. On the head of each Southern Right Whale are a number of crusty outgrowths called callosities. The callosities pattern varies from whale to whale, which distinguish these animals from other species. Irregular white patches are sometimes found on the whale’s belly. Why are they so named? The early whalers regarded the whale as the ‘right’ whale to hunt. They swam slowly and close to the shore, floated once harpooned, and yielded large quantities of oil and whalebone. The word “Southern” refers to southern hemisphere waters. The birth of a whale Whales breed once every two or three years. Pregnancy lasts approximately 12 months and the calf is suckled from a milk gland beneath the mother’s body. The calf is about 5 to 6 metres long at birth, grows quickly, and may double its weight in the first week. What are they doing? 12 Illustrations by Robert Ulmann BODY ROLL SPY HOPPING The whale rolls The whale adopts an over at the surface unusual appearance and swims along as it lifts its head high on its back, with its and raises its eyes out pectoral fins held of the water, allowing up out of the water it to turn around and view its surroundings www.visitwarrnambool.com.au Are whales protected? Whales are protected in Australian waters by Federal and State laws. Fines of up to $320,000 may be imposed for harassment. How big do these whales grow? The average length of the adult Southern Right Whale is 15 metres, the average weight is 50 tonnes, with maximum length of 18 metres and a weight of 80 tonnes. How do they communicate? Whales are social animals and display degrees of organisation, behaviour and intelligence. To communicate whales use sound. Breaching (leaping out of the water) and tail lobbing (hitting the tail on the water) are also ways of communicating and playing. Centre • Call the Visitor Information the beforehand to check whether area the in whales are be • Sometimes whales may not n visible at Logan’s Beach, eve though they are in the area make time for multiple visits • Please keep off the fragile and vegetation and sand dunes, use the facilities provided ing • Binoculars can enhance view wet or • Be prepared for windy conditions • Nearest toilets - l km at the Hopkins River location: Logan's Beach Road, (off Hopkins Point Road) Warrnambool OPEN: Free access at all times MORE INFO: Warrnambool Visitor Information Centre freecall: 1800 637 725 more info? www.visitwarrnambool.com.au for updated information on whale activity in the area. TAIL LOBBING The whale lifts its tail high into the air and slams its flukes down to hit the ocean surface SAILING In an unusual display, the whale swims on its heads using its side flippers to lift its tail flukes out of the water, and moves ponderously along www.visitwarrnambool.com.au BREACHING In a spectacular display, the whale leaps out of the water, twists in mid air, then crashes backwards into the sea Follow the Great Ocean Road Whales Facebook page for regular whale sighting updates. 13 TOWER HILL Tower Hill Reserve, nestled inside a dormant volcano, is today a beautiful haven for wildlife thanks to the efforts of Friends of Tower Hill and volunteers. A lake and wetland are features of the reserve, and during years of average rainfall it is not uncommon to see the wetland completely immersed in water. Koalas, emus, kangaroos, sugar gliders and many species of waterbirds, including graceful black swans roam freely throughout the reserve, often within plain view. Located only 14km west of Warrnambool on the Princes Highway, Tower Hill is popular among people of all ages for picnics, nature walks and wildlife watching - BBQ's, toilets and picnic tables. A volcano erupts Tower Hill formed around 30,000 years ago in a violent volcanic eruption. The initial eruption created the outer rim of the volcano, and subsequent smaller eruptions formed the internal hills that can be seen today. Rich human history Artefacts found in the volcanic ash layers remind us that Indigenous communities were living in the area at the time of the eruption. The area was a rich source of foods for the Koroitgundidj people, whose descendants retain special links with this country. Victoria’s first national park The striking landscape of a crater lake with islands and cones, unique geology and diverse, luxuriant vegetation prompted the declaration of the area as Victoria’s first national park in 1892. However, by the 1930s early settlers had cleared much of the area for grazing, cropping and quarrying. The hills and islands were bare and little wildlife remained. more info? For further information on parks and reserves visit the Parks Victoria website www.parkweb.vic.gov.au 14 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au The restoration In the 1960s a revegetation project began, based on species identified in an exceptionally detailed painting of Tower Hill by Austrian born artist Eugene von Guerard in 1855. A copy is now on display at the Tower Hill Visitor Centre. Today, Parks Victoria is implementing restoration programs that aim to reintroduce a diversity of indigenous plants, including ferns and grasses. Get involved Restoring habitat diversity can have healthy benefits for you and your community, and volunteering is a great way to get involved in your environment…anyone can do it! More than 300,000 trees have been planted to date, and the restoration continues with the Friends of Tower Hill, school and university groups, volunteers and community groups, working in partnership with Parks Victoria. Exploring on foot • P EAK CLIMB - Orientation and geology 30 minutes, steep • L AVA TONGUE BOARDWALK - Wetlands 30 minutes, easy • J OURNEY TO THE LAST VOLCANO - Geology 1 hour, moderate tower hill VISITOR CENTRE VOLCANO • WILDLIFE • INDIGENOUS • HISTORY via Worn Gundidj at Tower Hill offers 90 minute A1 guided bushwalking tours interpreting the natural, social and cultural values of the Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve. Declared Victoria’s first National Park in 1892, Tower Hill is the ideal place for visitors to experience the Australian bush while getting up close & personal with some of Australia’s most iconic animals including emus, koalas & kangaroos. This combined with guided tours to learn about Indigenous history & culture and the environment provides a truly unique eco-tourism experience. Walk to learn about: •Wildlife • Environment & Conservation • Indigenous History & Culture Tours run daily at 11am & 1pm, to book please phone 03 5565 9202 or email [email protected] • WAGON BAY LOOP 30-minute walk All walks start from the picnic area near the Visitor Centre. Looking after Tower Hill Whilst visiting Tower Hill Reserve, remember that you are in a natural environment and to help us protect these areas for the future remember to follow these easy guides. Do not damage vegetation or disturb wildlife, keep to designated tracks, leave pets at home and take your rubbish with you. Worn Gundidj @ Tower Hill Address: 14kms west of Warrnambool, Princes Highway, Illowa Phone: 03 5565 9202 Mobile: 0431 765 127 Email:[email protected] Web:www.worngundidj.org.au 15 s Botanic Garden Gardens Botanic Warrnambool’s yle in ilfo Gu am illi by W were designed the ed let mp er he co 1879, shortly aft rdens. Ga ic tan Bo l Melbourne Roya these e classic style, Designed in th wide re tu d gardens fea elegant sheltere pond lily a , es tre nt cie curving paths, an nda. tu ro nd ry and a ba with ducks, ferne rdens.com.au Web: www.wbga eens Road Qu r LOCATION: Cn t. & Cockman Stree take time out to enjoy our scenic parks & gardens All are easy to get to and just a few minutes away from the city centre. 16 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au parks, gardens & rivers Hopkins Falls Cannon Hill Hopkins Falls Cannon Hill offers panoramic views of Lady Bay and Lake Pertobe. A Portuguese Padrao commemorates early Portuguese exploration of the Warrnambool area. BBQs, a rotunda and car parking available. Hopkins Falls are set against lush dairy country. They make an ideal picnic, fishing and walking spot, with gas BBQs and toilets provided. For a few days in early summer each year, the baby eels migrate upstream over the falls. LOCATION: Adjacent to the War Memorial, off Artillery Crescent. LOCATION: 13km north east of Warrnambool. Hopkins River Fletcher Jones Gardens The gardens surround the former clothing factory of the same name, founded in Warrnambool in 1948. The colourful gardens, once the site of a quarry, also feature Sir Fletcher Jones’ hawker wagon, a waterfall and wishing well. LOCATION: Cnr Flaxman Street & Raglan Parade. The Hopkins River mouth (Blue Hole) with its beautiful cliffs, rock formations and rock pools is a popular fishing spot. Just up from the river mouth, boating, water-skiing and swimming are possible. Nearby is the National Trust classified Proudfoot’s Boathouse. LOCATION: Off Otway Road. Lake Pertobe Adventure Playground Botanic Gardens See page 20. Merri River The Merri River lies to the west of the city, meandering through wetlands before emerging at Stingray Bay, in the Thunder Point Coastal Reserve. The Merri is regarded as one of Victoria’s finest brown trout streams. www.visitwarrnambool.com.au 17 trails & walks Warrnambool is a great place to relax and unwind or get out and get going and take in the fresh air and beautiful surrounds. coast enjoy the & the country The Promenade 18 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au Albert ParkL21 Shelley Beach Approximately 3kms of paths suitable for walking or cycling. Ideal for families. Playground. A rugged ocean beach, accessed via a walking track from Thunder Point. LOCATION: Entry from Cramer Street or Coulstock Street LOCATION: Off MacDonald Street. Thunder Point Coastal Reserve Heritage Walk 3km Heritage Walk to some of Warrnambool’s most famous and attractive historic buildings. For more detailed information see pages 10 & 11 LOCATION: Warrnambool Central Business District. V4 W6-X9 Minutes from the city centre and adjacent to Warrnambool’s main beach, this reserve offers some of the best coastal scenery in the area. LOCATION: Off MacDonald Street (Thunder Point carpark to Pickering Point carpark) DISTANCE: 320m Lake Pertobe Adventure PlaygroundS12 Scenic walking tracks around the lakes and park. Ideal for families. See page 21 for more details. LOCATION: Off Pertobe Road Levy’s Point Coastal Reserve Via I1 Levy’s Point is a beautiful and often deserted surf beach, located to the west of the city. Excellent surfing and fishing, dangerous rips do exist. Access is via dunes. LOCATION: Off Swinton Street Russells Creek Walk D12-H24 Easy walk along waterway environment. Tower Hill Reserve See pages 14 & 15. Port Fairy To Warrnambool Rail Trail Via L1 The 37km Port Fairy - Warrnambool Rail Trail links the historic townships of Port Fairy and Koroit and the vibrant regional city of Warrnambool. There are three major trail heads where you can start or complete your journey: Warrnambool breakwater precinct, Koroit Railway Station and Regent Street in Port Fairy. For more information: www.portfairytowarrnamboolrailtrail.com LOCATION: Ardlie Street to Garden Street DISTANCE: Approximately 2.6kms Walking With Your Dog Walking your dog is a great way to explore Warrnambool, but please be aware of the rules regarding dogs in public areas, particularly the foreshore, which is off limits to dogs during certain months of the year. See www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au. Warrnambool Foreshore Promenade Walk Y11 – Z31 5.7km path stretching along Warrnambool’s picturesque coastline. Drinking water stations en route for people and dogs. LOCATION: Breakwater to Logans Beach Bike hire available at Warrnambool Visitor Information Centre. It is an offence not to carry a bag or clean up after your dog. Ask at the Warrnambool Visitor Information Centre for your free copy of the 'Sustain The ‘Bool Travel Map' 19 fabulous foreshore Warrnambool’s picturesque Lady Bay is so much more than simply a beach. Promenade Middle Island Lake Pertobe Lady Bay Foreshore Promenade Middle Island Warrnambool’s award winning Foreshore Promenade is a wonderful 5.7 kilometre path that stretches from the Breakwater along the coastline to the famous Southern Right Whale Nursery at Logan’s Beach. The promenade is very popular and you can walk, run, ride or skate along this scenic trail. Middle Island is home to seabirds such as the Shorttailed Shearwater, the Black-faced Cormorant and the Little Penguin. Lady Bay Lady Bay offers protected swimming along with the more challenging pursuits of surfing, yachting and windsurfing. Surf lifesavers patrol the beach during the summer. Beyond the breakwater at the mouth of the Merri River is Stingray Bay, a beautiful sheltered bay where you can explore the rock pools. The Little Penguin population has been decimated by fox predation over the years, with an estimated 600 penguins in 1999 reduced to less than 10 by 2005. Since 2006 Maremma Guardian Dogs have been trained to protect Middle Island’s Little Penguins from foxes, allowing the population to slowly build over 180 penguins today. In order to protect the penguin population and to allow the Maremmas to do their work, access to the Island is now restricted to the public. This world first award winning project relies on the assistance of businesses, organisations and volunteers to help with penguin counts, penguin breeding monitoring and improving habitat for penguins by revegetating areas with native species. If Lake Pertobe Adventure Playground youofwant Aerial view the to help support the Middle Island Maremma The fantastic Lake Pertobe Adventure Playground is a please contact Warrnambool City Council on FabulousProject Foreshore year-round family attraction. 5559 4876. If you would like to help volunteer please This 20 hectare adventure playground is paradise for visit www.wclg.com.au. Lady Bay kids with giant slides, flying foxes, a maze and boat rides. There are lovely walking tracks around the lakes, and the park features delightful picnic areas and sheltered BBQ facilities. The Lake Pertobe precinct is also home to other sporting facilities such as lawn tennis courts, lawn bowls, mini golf, a sports ground, a new BMX track and nearby skate park. 20 An estimated 20,000 people annually use Warrnambool’s award winning Promenade to walk, run, ride, skate or roll the 5.7km path. Remember when visiting the beach to always swim between the red and yellow flags, read the safety signs and never swim alone. swim, surf,walk or play Stingray Bay Lake Pertobe www.visitwarrnambool.com.au Lady Bay 21 GREAT THINGS TO DO Would you like to add a bit of adventure to your trip, or do you just want to have some fun? Warrnambool caters for everyone’s taste when it comes to entertainment! With practically any sport you can think of – tennis, golf, fishing, squash, lawn bowls, swimming, croquet... the list goes on. Then, there’s surfing, scuba diving, whale watching, windsurfing, horse riding, leisurely river cruises, walking tracks and a huge range of family activities and attractions including Warrnambool’s indoor aquatic centre. Maybe take in a live performance, see latest release movies, take a day tour in a mini bus. There is also greyhound racing, horse racing, sprintcar racing, a vintage motorcycle display.. ...there's heaps of activities for all interests and ages. AQUAZONE I16 WARRNAMBOOL AQUATIC LEISURE CENTRE Address: 10 Queens Road, Warrnambool Telephone: 5559 4500 Fax: 5559 4510 Open: Mon-Thu 6am-9pm, Fri 6am-7pm, Sat & Sun 7am6pm & Public Holidays: 10am-5pm. AquaZone boasts three state of the art heated indoor pools and seasonal 50m outdoor heated pool all fully supervised by qualified lifeguards. AquaZone's gymnasium features the latest, state of the art, cardio theatre from Matrix. Designated free weights and stretching area. AquaZone's group fitness team offers the greatest choice in classes from Les Mills, Zumba, Spin, Aqua and Mature adults. Find us on Facebook For more information or to download the latest fitness timetable, visit us on: www.aquazone.com.au 22 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au leisure & pleasure via A21 ALLANSFORD CHEESEWORLD Via O34 5330 Great Ocean Rd Allansford Ph: 5565 3127 Free entry to Vintage and Rare Motorcycle Display, over 60 bikes on show from Ducati, Honda, MotoGuzzi and DKW. George Taylor’s Stores – more than just a hardware and disposals store. Free cheese tasting. Enjoy lunch and a milkshake in our café. Discover the early 1900’s in our free museum. Web: www.cheeseworld.com.au Email: [email protected] Open: Mon-Fri 8.30am-5.00pm. Open weekends. Via A21 LASER STRIKE 10mins from W'bool 577 Wangoom Rd, Wangoom Bookings Essential: 1300 76 46 86 Your Mission: 2 hours of action packed fun. Laser Strike is the cheapest and best value for money attraction in the Warrnambool district. Played on a 2 acre battlefield fitted out with barriers, mounds, hay bales, car wrecks and tyres. Session times: 10am, 1pm, 4pm & 7pm everyday of school holidays & weekends 860 Hopkins Highway, Grassmere Junction (5 minutes north of Warrnambool on the Hopkins Highway, just past Bushfield) Ph: 5565 4227 www.facebook.com/georgetaylorsstores Open: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; Saturday 9am-12noon; Closed Sundays and Public Holidays. Lake Pertobe www.visitwarrnambool.com.au 23 lei sure and pleasure RUNDELLS MAHOGANY TRAIL RIDES Q15 Via A1 Millers Lne Dennington Ph: 0408 589 546 Beach trail rides. 1½ or 2 hrs. Twilight beach rides. Half day rides and lessons available. Established 13 years. Excellent horses and experienced staff. Web: www.rundellshorseriding.com.au Open: Everyday - Bookings Essential SOUTHWEST EXPLORER TOURS Based in Warrnambool Ph: 0447 738 527 Excellent meals, comfortable surrounds, Warrnambool’s hidden culinary gem. Informative, affordable and personalised, half and full day tours discovering the beauty and diversity of our region's attractions. Coastal and volcanic walk options available. Web: www.southwestexplorer.com.au Open seven days a week for Lunch and Dinner. Open: 7 DAYS - Bookings Recommended WARRNAMBOOL GOLF CLUB Bookings recommended. Q4 Younger St Warrnambool Ph: 5562 2108 or Pro Shop: 5562 8528 Champion coastal course rated among Australia’s top 100 by Golf Digest. Visitors welcome. Hire equipment available. Licensed clubhouse. Recycled water irrigated year round. Web: www.wgcinc.com.au Open: 7 DAYS 24 During your stay in Warrnambool make sure you book a table at The Warrnambool Bowls Club. With great meals and friendly staff, this is one venue you can’t leave without seeing for yourself, located just one block from Flagstaff Hill! Call the Club on 5561 4586 for further details. Warrnambool boWls Club 75 Timor Street PH: 5561 4586 Bookings Recommended www.visitwarrnambool.com.au enter tainment CAPITOL CINEMA CENTRE N13 WANGOOM GENERAL STORE & TEAROOMS 54 Kepler Street Warrnambool Ph: 5563 2000 The Capitol Cinema is a three cinema complex offering first release movies shown in 2D and 3D Dolby Digital. For session times visit our website www.capitolcinema.com.au Via A21 9 WangoomWarrumyea Road Wangoom Ph: 5567 1058 Enjoy a homemade Devonshire tea in a tranquil garden setting and explore this historic store which has been operating since the early 1900’s. Web: www.wangoomgeneralstore.com Open: Monday – Saturday 7am-6pm; Sunday 8am-6pm P13 Located at the cultural heart of the city, Lighthouse Theatre is Warrnambool's state of the art performance venue. From stand up comedy to classical ballet, drama to popular music - See the best live entertainment from around Australia. Timor St | ph 555 94 999 www.lighthousetheatre.com.au Open Mon - Fri 9.30am - 4.30pm and an hour before performances WARRNAMBOOL FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB K19 WARRNAMBOOL GREYHOUND RACING CLUB Cramer St Warrnambool Ph: 5562 3600 Koroit St Warrnambool Showgrounds Ph: 5561 2766 Wide variety of entertainment, dine in Cramers Bistro or socialise in our Members Bar. Offering TAB facilities and much more. Meals available 7 days a week, with lunches starting from just $9.90. Home of $75,000 Warrnambool Classic. Racing every Thursday night. Xmas Racing 16th Dec 2013-16th Jan 2014. Licensed Restaurant and Function room for hire. Web: warrnambool.grv.org.au Open: Mon-Sat 9am-1am; Sun 10am-11:30pm Open: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm. Weekends bookings required www.visitwarrnambool.com.au K7 25 HEALTH & BEAUTY Kick back, escape your daily routine, ease into holiday mode. Let your stresses fall away. take time out, pamper yourself LOGANS BEACH SPA & FITNESS Y30 7 Logans Beach Rd Warrnambool Ph: 5561 3750 The ultimate in relaxation and spa therapy, Perfect time out for the couple or individual. Massage, facials, manicures & pedicures and spa journeys. Women’s Health Club & Bath House also available. Web: www.logansbeach.com.au Open: Tues, Wed & Thurs: 10am to 7pm Friday: 9am to 5.30pm; Saturday 9am to 5pm 26 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au fishing Whether you are a first time fisherman and want to have a bit of fun with the kids, or are looking for a serious catch, Warrnambool offers a diverse range of fishing opportunities in picturesque locations. You can dangle a line from a wharf, enjoy the challenge of the surf or rocks, or find the perfect spot in a boat. Warrnambool has a broad range of recreational fishing opportunities ranging from freshwater fishing in our lakes and rivers to estuarine and saltwater fishing in our bays, inlets and ocean. Fishing Platforms Hopkins River All fishing requires a licence. Fishing licences available from Warrnambool Visitor Information Centre, 89 Merri Street, Warrnambool. Located at the Dennington Boat Ramp is a floating jetty which is accessible at all times of the year with car park facilities provided. The Visitor Information Centre can also provide a comprehensive listing of fishing spots and species. Boat launching is available at the Breakwater for ocean fishing, or the Hopkins or Merri Rivers (see Warrnambool map on page 32 & 33). Warrnambool Breakwater www.visitwarrnambool.com.au Located between Hopkins River Bridge and Jubilee Park there are 6 fishing jetty locations. These locations have floating jetties which are accessible at all times of the year with car park facilities. Fishing Platform Merri River Located at the southern end of Lady Bay, fishing is popular from this historic landmark. Carparking and boat ramp available. 27 events 2014 January May • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • City of Warrnambool Eisteddfod (May-August) • Family History Seminar • Greyhound Racing Warrnambool Cup and Macey Bistro Classic • Macey’s Bistro Mixed Pairs Bowls Tournament • RSPCA Million Paws Walk • South West Coast Piper Drummer • TAB May Racing Carnival (April/May) Annual Seaside Basketball Carnival Australia Day @ the Gardens Cheese World Kid’s Fun Day Coastcare – Summer by the Sea Activities Program Colts Country Week Cricket Country Week Tennis Des Notely Memorial Classic Bowls Pairs Enduro Triathlon Gem & Mineral Show Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic Greyhound Racing Seaside Carnival Ladies Australia Day Bowls Pairs Open Annual Singles Croquet Tournament Sunset on the Green Surf to Surf Fun Run/Walk Warrnambool Model Railway Expo World Series Sprintcars February • • • • • • • • • Australian Whale Boat Racing Championships Relay for Life Sungold Field Days Sustainable Living Festival Warrnambool Foreshore Triathlon Western District Fire Brigade Association Competition Wingless Sprint Australian Title Wunta Fiesta Wunta Junior Triathlon June • • • • Dog Obedience Trial Fun4Kids Festival - 8 days Vic. Winter School Holidays Southern Right Whales arrive!! Warrnambool & District Artists’ Society’s Annual Awards Show (June/July) July • Fun4Kids Festival - 8 days Vic. Winter School Holidays • Sungold Junior Golf Tournament August • City Bowls Mixed Fours Tournament • Winter Croquet Tournament September • Annual Spring Garden Day & Plant Sale • Southern Right Whales depart!! March October • • • • • • • • • • • Annual Seaside Volleyball Tournament Clean Up Australia Day - Warrnambool Dog Obedience and Agility/Jumping Dog Trials Lifesaving Victoria Junior State Championships Rotary Club of Warrnambool Daybreak – Long Lunch Shipwreck Coast Fishing Classic • Sufferfest – Warrnambool Tri Club • Warrnambool Lawn Tennis Open • Warrnambool Model Aircraft Club Annual Fun Fly April • • • • • • • • • • Annual Autumn Lawn Bowls Classic Annual Easter Fishing Competition Easter Sprintcar Trail Festival of Golf Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village – Day on the Hill (Easter) SSAA – Vintage Engine Rally TAB May Racing Carnival (April/May) Tour of South West (Cycling) Warrnambool Reverse Triathlon Wolf Gottlewski Memorial - Round 2 Go Kart Country Series City of Warrnambool Art Show Orchid Show Powercor Business Excellence Awards South West CWA Exhibition Victorian Seniors Festival Warrnambool Agricultural Show November • • • • • • Agility/Jumping Dog Trials Shipwreck Coast Golf Tournament South West Regional Games Sunday Extravaganza of Golf Warrnambool Model Aircraft Club Annual Jet Event Warrnambool Oaks Day December • Carols by Candlelight • New Year’s Eve on the Hill For updated details of all events, collect a copy of our monthly ‘What’s On in Warrnambool’ from the Warrnambool Visitor Information Centre or check www.visitwarrnambool.com.au or www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au 28 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au FEATURING WOMEN’S RACE Warrnambool 26-27 April 2014 Part of the 2014 Victorian Road Series Men’s A Grade (Teams), B Grade & C Grade Masters A, B & C Grade Women’s A Grade (Teams), B Grade & C Grade (grades will depend on numbers) Graded scratch races Includes KOM, QOM and Sprint King & Queen prizes STAGE 1 - ROAD RACE 17km lapping circuit STAGE 2 - INDIVIDUAL TIME TRIAL 12.7km Circuit (time trial bikes allowed) STAGE 3 - CRITERIUM CIRCUIT www.tosw.com.au www.visitwarrnambool.com.au For full details and race profiles visit our website: www.tosw.com.au 29 K24 K24 warrnambool racing club get your heart racing! The Warrnambool Racing Club is country Victoria’s leading racing club and home of the internationally acclaimed Wheelie Waste Grand Annual Steeplechase. The racecourse is situated on the eastern outskirts of Warrnambool, set in a picturesque valley providing excellent natural viewing platforms. The Warrnambool Racing Club conducts 20 race meetings per season highlighted by feature racing in spring, summer and autumn. All roads lead to the ‘bool in the first week of May each year as the Club conducts the internationally acclaimed TAB Warrnambool May Racing Carnival. The Warrnambool Racing Club strives to develop a vibrant and growing platform to display the thoroughbred racing industry to a worldwide audience. The Club is steeped in over 160 years of history and remains the jewel in Country Racing Victoria’s crown. Feature Raceday Calendar Sun 5 Jan 2014 Koroit IGA Cup Day Tue 29 April 2014 TAB W'bool May Racing Carnival where? Grafton Rd, Warrnambool Wed 30 April 2014 TAB W'bool May Racing Carnival Phone: (03) 5562 2211 Thu 1 May 2014 TAB W'bool May Racing Carnival Email: [email protected] Thu 6 Nov 2014 Warrnambool Toyota Oaks Day Web: warrnamboolracing.com.au Thu 4 Dec 2014 Port Fairy Community Raceday Sun 28 Dec 2014 Mac’s Hotel Woodford Cup Day 30 facebook.com/warrnamboolracing twitter.com/warrnamboolrc www.visitwarrnambool.com.au For the full Warrnambool Racing Club raceday calendar, visit warrnamboolracing.com.au SUNGOLD STADIUM PREMIER SPEEDWAY via 034 WARRNAMBOOL ! s n e p p a H y r to is H e r e h W Come and see Australia and the World's best drivers in 800 plus horsepower, purpose built machines as they chase glory at Australia's fastest quarter mile, in the most exhilarating form of motorsport known to man at the home of Sprintcar Racing - Sungold Stadium, Premier Speedway, Warrnambool. , Sungold In January 2 0 14r the first Stadium will fo to not one, not time play host consecutive two but three tcar racing, nights of Sprin World's best as some of thef a $3 0,000.00 go in search o art of the pay day as a p Grand Annual 42nd Lucas Oilsic. 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Gate and race tim e on (03) 9513 the Race Info Lin ll ca or fo in e or for m way.com.au ed w.premierspe e online at ww Tickets availabl on race night. or at the gate 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 101112131415161 A B C W’bool Stadium 1km Airport 12km Brauerander Park 1km Tower Hill 14km Koroit 17km Killarney 18km Port Fairy 28km Portland 100km Mt Gambier 189km Adelaide 655km A1 D SES E F G H I J Fire Station K L M N Warrnambool to Port Fairy Rail Trail (unsealed past Levy's Beach) O P Q R S T U V Map Coding: W X Y Z 32 Stylised Map - not to scale BBQ Boat Ramp Caravan Parking Church Bus Stop Railway Station Traffic Lights www.visitwarrnambool.com.au 171819202122232425262728293031323334 Laser Strike 6km Ballarat 174km Hopkins Falls 14km Deakin University 5km Premier Speedway 8km Allansford 10km Great Ocean Rd Turnoff 12km Port Campbell Nat Park 54km Twelve Apostles 77km Geelong 188km Melbourne 263km A1 Advertisements contain a grid reference to this map Dump Point (Caravan/Motorhome) Parking Post Office Public Toilets Supermarket Petrol Station www.visitwarrnambool.com.au Lake Gillear 8km Allansford 10km 33 shopping & services With four distinct shopping precincts in Warrnambool, retail therapy will definitely be on your holiday ‘to do’ list. The vibrant Central Business District (CBD) offers a fantastic mix of fashion, food and entertainment. Approximately 2km north of the CBD on the Hopkins Highway is the Centro/Northpoint Shopping Precinct, featuring a leading supermarket and a number of specialty stores. At the eastern entrance to the city on Raglan Parade is Gateway Plaza - wander around the many specialty shops, major retailers and a leading supermarket. 34 Close by are the Homemaker Centre and Eastern Shopping Precinct. In addition, the recently opened Dennington Shopping centre to the west of the city offers a leading supermarket, café, discount chemist and major discount liquor outlet etc. Most shops have extended trading hours during the summer months. www.visitwarrnambool.com.au shopping & ser vices ALLFRESH SEAFOODS I3 N30 GATEWAY PLAZA Your Home For Shopping Factory Outlet: 47 McMeekin Rd Ph: 5562 6633 Specialising in FRESH LOCAL seafood. Recommended by The Age Epicure Guide for Victoria’s Best Seafood. Visitor Packs – on ice in Styro Packs for travelling. Web: www.allfreshseafood.com.au victoria's Home to Coles, Kmart, Best & Less, The Reject Shop and a great range of fashion and food. Shop in indoor comfort at 154 Raglan Parade, Warrnambool. Ph: 5561 3898. Ample FREE parking. Web: www.gatewayplaza.com.au Open: Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm; Sat 9am-noon Open: 7 days, late on Fridays best seafood PRONTO FINE FOOD MERCHANTS K13 Shop 2, 765 Raglan Pde Warrnambool Ph: 5561 5424 Umhauers Offroad & Camping World O33 WHMC Shop 14 1-49 Raglan Pde Warrnambool Ph: 5561 4900 Gourmet foodstore offering a wide range of cheese, local wine, smallgoods, sourdough bread and gourmet treats. Serving light meals and fairtrade coffee. Web: www.prontofinefood.com.au Umhauers - the one stop shop. RV; Ute; Van & 4WD accessories. Servicing & repairs. Caravan & camping gear. Solar & Power & Towing accessories. Roof racks & trailers. Web: www.umhauers.com.au Open: Monday to Friday 8am-6pm. Saturday 8.30am-4pm; Sunday 10am-2pm Open: Monday – Friday 8.30am-5.30pm Saturday 9am-3pm It’s a wonderful... It’s a wonderful... Point your Smart Phone QR reader here to visit the official Warrnambool website. www.visitwarrnambool.com.au www.visitwarrnambool.com.au 35 arts, crafts & antiques Take the time to explore the wonderful art galleries, antiques shops and markets – a collectors’ delight. 36 Take home a lasting momento of Warrnambool www.visitwarrnambool.com.au ar ts, craf ts & antiques LONG-GONE ANTIQUES COLLECTABLES & VINTAGE CLOTHING M12 MAILORS FLAT DEMOLITION & ANTIQUES 115 Fairy St Warrnambool Ph: 5561 1943 Via A4 814 Caramut Rd Mailors Flat Ph: 5565 9444 or 0419 311 948 Antiques, collectables and vintage clothing. Buying and selling. Vintage clothing for hire. Six rooms to explore at your leisure. The largest collection in Western Victoria of antiques, collectables, bric-a-brac, architectural salvage materials and all restoration needs. Open: 6 days Mon-Fri 10am-5.30pm; Sat 10am-3pm Open: Weekends Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 11am-4pm; Weekdays Mon-Wed 9am-5pm ROBERT ULMANN STUDIO GALLERY SCOPE GALLERIES Via X34 440 Hopkins Point Rd Warrnambool Ph: 5565 1444 P16 38 Kelp St Warrnambool Ph: 5561 4758 Extensive selection of wildlife and botanical paintings, prints and cards by noted artist Robert Ulmann and his daughter Justine, in a beautiful studio overlooking ocean and whales. Scope Galleries exhibits the work of contemporary Australian artists. 6 galleries Paintings • Prints • Sculpture • Ceramics • Jewellery Web: www.scopegalleries.com Open: Most days 9am-5pm or by appointment Open: Thurs-Sun and Public Holidays 12noon-5pm or by appointment. Free Entry. undercover weekly market J7 WARRNAMBOOL INDEPENDENT TRADERS MARKET Showground, Koroit St Warrnambool Ph: 0418 528 927 180 Timor St Warrnambool Ph: 5561 0656 / 0419 533 093 60-100 stalls – vegies, craft, cakes, clothing, plants, woodwork, stationery, toys, tools, bric-a-brac, hot food, papers and so much more. Permanent indoor venue with over 50 stallholders offering a variety of new and used antiques, collectables, clothes, gifts and homewares. Like us on Facebook. www.warrnambooltradersmarket.com.au Held: Every Sunday 8am-1pm Open: 7 days 10am-5pm www.visitwarrnambool.com.au O13 37 P14 VISIT EXPLORE LEARN ENJOY SHOP OPEN: Mon—Fri 10am—5pm, Sat—Sun & Public Holidays 12pm—5pm, FREE entry. CONTACT: [email protected] or 5559 4949 WAG is operated by Warrnambool City Council as a memorial to Sir Fletcher Jones. 38 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au 39 great food Local produce is a feature of many of Warrnambool’s renowned restaurants, cafés and bistros which offer a wide array of Australian and multicultural dining opportunities. You’ll never run out of places to try, from sophisticated dining to casual cafés and bistros. We also have plenty of fine take-away options and places where you can stock up on tasty delights at the local bakeries, exceptional butchers, delis and fruiterers. just a taste We have introduce d symbols to make it easy for yo u to quickly find a dining option that suits your needs. SYMBOL LEGEND : Breakfast This is just a taste of what’s on offer! For more taste temptations go to visitwarrnambool.com.au Lunch BYO Kid’s Menu Vegetarian pubs K13 MACEY’S BISTRO Dinner Licensed Off Street Parking Gluten Free c afe's L12 CAFÉ LAVA 199 Fairy St Warrnambool Ph: 5562 2270 235-237 Lava St Warrnambool Ph: 5561 0001 Open: 7 DAYS Open: 7 DAYS Bistro – Bar – Large bookings – Best value meals – Discount liquor supplies. Pub TAB. All you can eat 3 course buffet. Free WiFi. Find us on facebook. Web: www.maceysbistro.com.au Warrnambool’s largest range of loose leaf tea. Great food to cater all needs. Tobys Estate coffee & homemade cakes. Great atmosphere. Wheelchair access. Open: 7 DAYS. Mon-Fri 7am-5pm; Sat & Sun 8am-5pm. Closed Public Holidays. Seating: 250 Seating: 100 40 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au restaurants BOJANGLES PIZZA RESTAURANT O14 BREAKERS RESTAURANT 61 Liebig St Warrnambool Ph: 5562 8751 79 Banyan St Warrnambool Ph: 5561 3088 Open: 7 NIGHTS Open: Mon-Sat (7 DAYS during summer) Centrally located and open seven nights Bojangles offers a menu from local seafood to award winning pizza with friendly service. Also home delivery and takeaway. Online ordering available at www.bojanglespizza.com N16 Warrnambool’s only specialty seafood restaurant. Local crayfish, prawns, oysters, fresh fish and much more. Fantastic service with food to match. www.breakersrestaurant.com.au Seating: 50 Seating: 100 BROWN GRAIN O13 CATTLEYA THAI RESTAURANT P14 190 Timor St Warrnambool Ph: 5562 2576 142 Timor Street Warrnambool Ph: 5561 2231 Open: Lunch: Mon-Fri Dinner: 7 NIGHTS Open: 7 DAYS Enlighten your taste buds with flavours from Thailand; share the spirit of our unique dining experience at Brown Grain Thai Restaurant. www.browngrain.com.au This is a unique Thai restaurant in Warrnambool exquisite atmosphere, delicious taste of authentic Thai cuisine and friendly service. Seating: 60 Seating: 100 CLOVELLY RESTAURANT Q14 IMAGES RESTAURANT O14 60 Liebig St Warrnambool Ph: 5562 4208 Cnr Banyan & Merri St Warrnambool Ph: 5561 1415 Open: 7 days Lunch & Dinner Open: 7 DAYS Restaurant and Tavern Bar with friendly service and relaxed atmosphere. Extensive wine list. Excellent menu includes local seafood. Web: www.oldemaritime.com.au Spacious family restaurant located in a beautiful heritage building in the restaurant end of Liebig St. Extensive menu includes, steak, pasta and seafood. Web: www.imagesrestaurant.com.au Seating: 60 Seating: 180 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au 41 restaurants Y10 PICCOLO RESTAURANT WARRNAMBOOL O14 73a Liebig Street Warrnambool Ph: 5562 2888 Open: Dinner 6 days (closed Tues) 5.30pm til late Located in the heart of Warrnambool's dining precinct, Piccolo Restaurant has an innovative menu of fresh, local cuisine. Dine in and take away. Web: www.piccolowarrnambool.com.au Seating: 80 PROUDFOOTS ON THE RIVER T26 2 Simpson Street Warrnambool Ph: 5561 5055 Open: Lunch 7 Days; Dinner: Mon-Sat; Breakfast: Sunday mornings Historic boathouse on Hopkins River. Featuring modern cuisine, stunning river views and friendly professional service. Relaxed lunches & a-la-carte dinner. Seating: 100 42 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au ACCOMMODATION Wherever you’d like to stay, there’s something to suit every taste and budget. s ad out in a spaciou Let the family spre of a ce ien en nv co e for th apartment or opt bool am rrn your caravan - Wa motel or unhook ns. offers loads of optio ings apply. rat r sta ism ur AAA To look for this Look for this symbol. Signifying a standard of excellence in tourism. 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This website is updated as information becomes available. http://visitwarrnambool.com.au/visitor-information/mobility-access/ 43 b ed & breakfast R16 FLAGSTAFF HILL MARITIME VILLAGE LIGHTHOUSE LODGE Onsite at the award winning Flagstaff Hill with historic Lighthouses at your door! Recently restored & celebrating our region’s prestigious history, whilst offering soft furnishings & modern appliances. All rooms feature Queen or King beds, Flat screen TVs, DVD players & ensuite facilities & access to the full appointed kitchen/living area courtyard. Email: [email protected] Website: www.lighthouselodge.com.au 89 Merri St, Warrnambool • Ph: (03) 5559 4600 or 1800 556 111 • Pricing: Superior • 3 en-suited rooms MANOR GUMS B&B Via A4 170 Shady’s Lne Mailors Flat Ph: 5565 4410 MERTON MANOR EXCLUSIVE BED & BREAKFAST F12 62 Ardlie St Warrnambool Ph: 5562 0720 Pricing: Superior Pricing: Medium 10 minutes north of Warrnambool. Offers an oasis of peace and quiet in a haven of possum and bird life. Email: [email protected] Web: www.travel.to/manorgums Provincial Victoria’s finest B&B. Luxury mews style 3 room suites all with private entrances, all ground level. Central. Beach nearby. Email: [email protected] Web: www.ansonic.com.au/merton 4 suites 5 suites self contained 18 PERTOBE ROAD U11 U8 ABACO HOUSE 39 Stanley St Warrnambool Ph: 5561 2414 or 0437 756 626 18 Pertobe Rd Warrnambool Ph: 0427 133 613 Pricing: Medium Pricing: Superior Luxurious holiday rentals, honeymooners to families and groups. Continental breakfast. Close to breakwater, beach and playground. Fully air conditioned. Sleeps 1-14. Comfortable family home. FSC. Trampoline, N64, toys, DVD's, videos. Short walk to beach and playground. Large b’yard. L/U Garage. 2km to CBD Web: www.eftel.com/~sskinner 4 apts; 1-5brms/apt 1 house; 4 brms 44 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au self contained AQUA ACCOMMODATION R15 AT THE BEACH APARTMENTS U11 Port W’bool Village Pertobe Rd Warrnambool Ph: 5562 7150 or 0427 318 952 72 Merri St Warrnambool Ph: 0422 313 601 Pricing: Superior Pricing: Modest/Medium Luxurious & stylish S/C spacious accomm. close CBD & beach. 3 brm spa villas with ocean views. Modern 2 brm apartments; 3 brm renovated house with spa. Free WIFI & Foxtel. Email: [email protected] Best value luxury apartments. Direct access to beach. Short stroll to Lake Pertobe playground, river and breakwater. 1km to city centre. Off peak special from $80/double. www.atthebeach.net.au 5 apts; 1 house; 3 villas – 2&3 brms 2 apts; 1-3 brms BAYSIDE LODGE U10 CANNON HILL APARTMENTS Q14 30 Pertobe Rd Warrnambool Ph: 5562 7323 126 Merri St Warrnambool Ph: 5561 1489 Pricing: Medium Pricing: Modest Close to beach, adventure playground and Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum. 1km to city centre – shops, restaurants, cinema… Email: [email protected] Web: www.baysidelodge.com.au Central spacious comfortable well equipped units close to beach, adventure playground, maritime museum, restaurants and shops. Email: [email protected] Web: cannonhillapartments.com.au 11 apts; 2brms/apt 4 apts; 1-2 brms/apt COUNTRY LIFE ACCOMMODATION Via O34 FAIRHOLME APARTMENTS P14 125-7 Timor St & 30 Spence St Warrnambool Ph: 0409 438 910 10602 Princes Hwy Warrnambool Ph: 5560 5265 Pricing: Medium Pricing: Superior Ideal family getaway. Rural setting. 1,2 3 or 4 bedroom units. BBQ area, movie room, playground, tennis court. Three individual spacious properties extremely central fully self contained absolute luxury with old world charm. Web: www.countrylifewarrnambool.com Web: www.fairholmeapartments.com 18 apartments 3 properties www.visitwarrnambool.com.au 45 self contained L12 boutique apartments and villas ideal for corporate or leisure 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments Spa Suites Spa Apartments Private Spa Villas Situated in the heart of Warrnambool Quiet location 206 Lava Street, Warrnambool Vic 3280 Ph: 03 5561 8222 Email: [email protected] Web: www.warrnamboolgalleryapartments.com.au 46 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au self contained Girt By Sea Warrnambool N16 HOPKINS HIDEAWAY V25 5/12 Hickford Pde Warrnambool Ph: 5562 8929 Pricing: Medium Fully equipped, spacious family home. Enclosed yard. Very close to Hopkins River and beach. River views. Meals by request. Girt By Sea Warrnambool provides luxury accommodation in the heart of Warrnambool. Our large Studio Apartment features a king bed, fully equipped kitchen & laundry, spa bath and carport parking. 1 house; 2 brms KING STREET TOWNHOUSES 4-12 King Street Warrnambool Ph: 5562 1455 Our Townhouse Apartment features two bedrooms & bathrooms, full laundry, stunning separate kitchen, large lounge with gas log fire and central heating. Both apartments open to a quiet rear deck & courtyard, and are furnished & decorated with luxury and elegance in mind, providing you with the perfect retreat for an overnight stay, weekend away or week long adventure. Only a short stroll to Flagstaff Hill, Lake Pertobe, Main Beach and many restaurants, hotels & shops. All the highlights of Warrnambool are right on your doorstep. J13 Pricing: Medium Central modern luxury serviced townhouses. Fully self contained kitchen. Double lockup garage. Two bathrooms. Enclosed yard. Walk to shops & restaurants. Web: www.kingstreetapartments.com.au 7 apts; 2,3 & 4 brms It’s a wonderful... Accommodation for up to 8 guests. Continental Breakfast Hamper provided first morning of your stay. It’s a wonderful... 52 Banyan Street, Warrnambool Ph: 0408 583 855 Email: [email protected] Web: www.girtbyseawarrnambool.com.au www.visitwarrnambool.com.au Point your Smart Phone QR reader here to visit the official Warrnambool website. www.visitwarrnambool.com.au 47 self contained V9 Onsite restaurant open for breakfast, lunch & dinner Monday - Saturday, breakfast & lunch - Sunday Fully self contained & modern apartments www.ladybayresort.com.au 2 Pertobe Rd, Warrnambool , 3280 Email: accom@ladybayreso rt.com.au (03) 5562 1662 BEACHSIDE LOCATION PERFECT WEDDING DESTINATION CONFERENCE RETREAT FREE WI-FI W A R R NA M B O O L • G R E AT O C E AN R O AD P13 48 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au hotels & motels ATWOOD MOTOR INN L15 BEST WESTERN OLDE MARITIME MOTOR INN 8 Spence St Warrnambool Ph: 5562 7144 Q14 Cnr Banyan & Merri Sts Warrnambool Ph: 5561 1415 or 1800 035 069 Pricing: Medium Pricing: Medium Perfect quiet location 2 min walk CBD & restaurants. 2 bedroom family units, queen & spa rooms. Guest laundry; Austar & Internet Email: [email protected] Web: www.atwoodmotorinn.com.au Fully refurbished motel, 2BR self-contained apartments, free Wi-Fi. Restaurant, bar and free gym onsite. Short walk to CBD, beaches, museum. Email: [email protected] Web: www.oldemaritime.com.au 21 rooms 37 rooms; 6 apts - 2 brms CITY CENTRAL MOTOR INN & APARTMENTS J13 COLONIAL VILLAGE MOTEL & APARTMENTS Pricing: Modest - Superior Quiet, clean, spacious rooms. Off highway. Motel style apartments, kitchen, laundry, spas, internet, BBQ. Ideal for families and the budget conscious traveller. Web: www.citycentral.net.au Quiet, spacious garden setting. Tennis court; Austar; Laundry; Wireless broadband; New 2 B/R luxury apartments; Near aquatic centre & shopping centre. 3.5 & 4 star Web: www.colonialvillagemotel.com.au 14 rms & 4 apts 12 apts - 1, 2 & 3 brms COMFORT INN WARRNAMBOOL INTERNATIONAL N16 COMFORT INN WESTERN 75-77 Banyan St Warrnambool Ph: 5562 8044 Pricing: Medium/ Superior O12 49 Kepler St Cnr Kepler & Timor St Warrnambool Ph: 5561 5100 Pricing: Medium Off highway. City centre location. 450 metres to shops. Austar. Restaurant. Email: [email protected] CBD location. Foxtel. Free WIFI. 5 minute walk from train station. Close to shops and restaurants. Off street parking. Serviced rooms. Web: www.warrnamboolinternational.com Web: www.westernwarrnambool.com.au 26 rms & 2 apts 20 rooms www.visitwarrnambool.com.au G18 31 Mortlake Rd (Hopkins Hwy) Warrnambool Ph: 5562 1455 Pricing: Modest/ Medium 14 King St Warrnambool Ph: 5562 2140 49 hotels & motels K14 DOWNTOWN MOTEL 620 Raglan Pde Warrnambool Ph: 5562 1277 Pricing: Modest/ Medium Great family motel in the heart of the city. Heated swimming pool & spa; Games room; BBQ area; Guest laundry; Secure parking; Close to shops; Bistro & Pokies. Web: www.downtownmotel.net.au 58 rooms ELM TREE MOTEL K14 179 Kepler St Warrnambool Ph: 5562 4133 Pricing: Medium Quiet, central location. All ground floor family, twin and executive rooms. All units renovated and refurnished to a high standard. Short walk to hotels, etc. Web: www.elmtreemotel.com.au 14 rooms Gateway Motor Inn O31 69 Raglan Pde Warrnambool Ph: 5562 8622 1800 808 051 Pricing: Modest/ Medium Large rooms, ground floor, close to restaurant and shopping centre. Standard, twin and family rooms. WiFi; Parking in front of room. Web: www.gatewaymotorinn.com.au 26 rooms 50 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au hotels & motels M15 W A R R N A M B O O L Only one minute walk from the main street. 61 LIKE US ON Newly renovated. motel rooms – air-conditioned/heated; Austar & free WIFI. Onsite fully licenced restaurant & bar, outdoor swimming pool with playground and BBQ area. Full function centre for private or corporate events. 525 Raglan Parade Warrnambool | 03 5562 3866 web: midcitywarrnambool.com.au email: [email protected] www.visitwarrnambool.com.au REVIEW US ON 51 hotels & motels V10 LIKE •Geothermal Spa and Private Baths US ON •Day Spa •Onsite Restaurant open 7 days for Breakfast & Dinner •Ultimate Wedding and Conference venue •Beachside location •Studios 1, 2 & 3 bedroom Apartments suitable for any size group or family •Ideal for Corporate or Leisure Web: www.qsdb.com.au Email: [email protected] 16 Pertobe Road, Warrnambool Phone: (03) 5559 2000 Stingray Bay MAHOGANY MOTEL N17 P22 RAGLAN MOTOR INN 463 Raglan Pde Warrnambool Ph: 5562 5722 376 Raglan Pde Warrnambool Ph: 5562 8511 Pricing: Medium Pricing: Modest Central. Kitchenettes. Quiet rear units. Free WiFi. Austar. 32” Plasmas. Continental and cooked breakfast available. Free BBQ. Email: [email protected] Web: www.mahoganymotel.com.au Spend a night not a fortune. Good quality bright quiet rooms, some with seaviews. Family rooms. Wireless broadband. Free Austar. Secure parking. All ground floor units. Web: www.raglanmotorinn.com 14 units 1 & 2 brm units 15 rooms 52 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au hotels & motels SOUTHERN RIGHT O31 MOTOR INN REDWOOD MANOR MOTEL APARTMENTS 251-253 Koroit St Warrnambool Ph: 5562 3939 Pricing: Medium Rooms from $70* per night or 3 nights from $65* per night M11 Located off highway in the CBD, modern apartments, suites, units with kitchenette & lounge, Foxtel and free WiFi. Email: [email protected] Web: www.redwoodmanor.com.au 3 units & 6 apts P26 TURN IN MOTEL Cnr Simpson & Verdon St Warrnambool Ph: 5562 3677 Pricing: Modest • • • • • Off highway. Ideal for seniors. Off Peak Specials from $70/double or $60/double/night for 3 night. Free WIFI. Closest motel to Southern Right Whales and Proudfoots on the River Restaurant. Bookings: [email protected] Austar TV Digital LED TV’s Games Room Air-Conditioned Wireless Internet 14 rms & 1 apt back pack ers WARRNAMBOOL BEACH BACKPACKERS Southern Right Motor Inn 53 – 63 Raglan Parade Warrnambool Ph: (03) 5561 1000 Web: www.southernright.com * conditions apply Pricing: Modest 26 rooms www.visitwarrnambool.com.au V9 17 Stanley St Warrnambool Ph: 5562 4874 Pricing: Modest Stay at this warm, homely backpacker near the beach. Close to beach walks. Bike and surfboard hire available. Web: www.beachbackpackers.com.au 10 rooms (Dble & Dorm); Sleeps 74 53 holiday par ks DISCOVERY HOLIDAY PARKS – WARRNAMBOOL U10 25 Pertobe Road Warrnambool Ph: 1800 808 130 Summer Carnival Pricing: Medium Family friendly park situated beside Lake Pertobe playgrounds and across from the beach. Camp kitchen, movie room, playground, pool. Quote WVG1, receive 10% off * T&C's apply. Web:www.discoveryparks.com.au 46 cabins; 23 units; 27 powered & 18 ensuite sites FIGTREE HOLIDAY VILLAGE O17 WARRNAMBOOL HOLIDAY PARK & MOTEL 33 Lava St Warrnambool Ph: 5561 1233 O26 Cnr Raglan Pde & Simpson St Warrnambool Ph: 5562 5031 Pricing: Modest & Medium Pricing: Modest & Medium Warrnambool’s most centrally located tourist park. Indoor heated pool, tennis court, games room, TV room, camp kitchen. Free WiFi. Email: [email protected] Web: www.figtreepark.com Affordable family holiday park and motel with jumping pillow, pool, playground, games room. Campsites, self contained, budget & deluxe cabins and self contained motel style apartments. 14 apts; 25 cabins; 4 units; 40 sites 19 apts; 21 cabins; 1&2 brms; 18 sites (6 powered & 12 ensuite) WARRNAMBOOL HOLIDAY VILLAGE K12 A peaceful and immaculately maintained Park situated in Warrnambool's city centre. Recently redeveloped, we now offer a range of accommodation from our one bedroom Deluxe Cabins to our luxurious two bedroom Superior and Deluxe Cabins to caravan and camping. Easy walking distance to supermarket (opposite), food outlets, newsagency, restaurants, Botanical Gardens and indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Price: Modest - Medium • 17 Cabins; 20 Sites 81 Henna Street, Warrnambool Ph 03 5562 3376; Fax 03 5562 7896 Email [email protected] www.holidayvillage.com.au 54 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au holiday par ks Surfside Holiday Park Warrnambool is an ideal getaway for families and people of all ages as it is situated close to the town centre and all of Warrnambool’s main attractions. S14 The large grassed caravan and camping sites are serviced by modern amenities including disabled facilities, laundry blocks, BBQ area and a dump point for motorhomes. We have a new camp kitchen which offers a functional area for campers to utilise during their stay and can be used as a communal meeting space for large groups. Surfside is the only park in Warrnambool that has absolute beach frontage and is situated just below the Surf Life Saving Club, award winning 7 kilometre promenade and patrolled surf and swimming beach. Surfside is a member of Family Parks Australia. The Park has cottages and cabins that include: full ensuites; cooking facilities; colour television; microwave; gas oven; refrigerator; reverse cycle air conditioning; linen on the double bed and two of the single beds. LOCATION: Pertobe Road, Warrnambool PHONE: (03) 5559 4700 • WEB: www.surfsidepark.com.au BIG4 HOPKINS RIVER HOLIDAY PARK E27 BIG4 Hopkins River Holiday Park is situated on the river banks of the beautiful Hopkins River. We cater for the whole family with indoor heated swimming pool, BRAND NEW jumping pillow, children's playground, mini golf, tennis court and a modern gym or take the family for a fish and catch some tea. We have accommodation to suit everyone from 1 bedroom cabins perfect for couples through to our deluxe 3 bedroom 2 bathroom cabins perfect for a large family. Our large grassy sites are suitable for tents through to large motorhomes. Pets also welcome. 125 Jubilee Park Road, Warrnambool Phone: 03 55 651 327 or 1300 718 030 Web: www.hopkinsriver.com.au Email: [email protected] www.visitwarrnambool.com.au 32 cabins; 72 sites (60 powered, 12 ensuite) 55 warrnambool city council mobility map LEGEND: 1 Civic Centre 2 Lighthouse Theatre 3 Art Gallery 4 Archie Graham Community Centre 5 Library 6 Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village 7 Post Office Shop 8 South West TAFE 9 Law Courts 56 PARKING: Public Toilets Unisex Accessible Public Toilets Public Phone Taxi Rank Bus Stop Pedestrian Crossing Visitor Info Centre Baby Change Facilities Scooter Recharge Point Disabled (Accessible) Parking Free parking in disabled bays in off-street carparks Free All Day Parking Free 2 or 3 Hour Parking Short term, 2-4 Hour or All Day Pay & Display Parents with Prams Parking www.visitwarrnambool.com.au GETTING AROUND Getting around is not a problem in Warrnambool. While many people choose to visit by private car, it’s just as easy to catch a train from Melbourne and then hire a car to visit our attractions. Buses and taxis operate regularly throughout the city, and many attractions are within walking distance from the city’s main hub and its accommodation. Great Ocean Road to Grampians Coach Service Return coach service from Warrnambool to Ararat on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Visitors can enjoy a complete tourist experience by including the Grampians in their itinerary and also to travel on to Melbourne via Ararat. Bookings can be made through V/Line at Warrnambool Station on Merri Street, online at www.vline.com.au or by calling 1800 800 007. Shipwreck Coast Historic Shipwreck Trail Bus and train timetables are l available from the Warrnamboo tre Cen n Visitor Informatio (03) 5559 4620. Providing a fascinating insight into the region’s shipwreck history. Extending for 110 kilometres along the Great Ocean Road from Moonlight Head (near Princetown) to Cape Bridgewater, the trail incorporates 25 shipwrecks marked by road signs and information plaques. While the wrecks cannot be seen from the shore it is easy to imagine the ships foundering in rough seas. V/LINE RAIL & COACH O10 Merri Street, Warrnambool Ph: 1800 800 007 V/Line operates three daily services between Melbourne and Warrnambool with coaches connecting from Warrnambool to the Great Ocean Road, Port Fairy and other surrounding areas. Find out more at vline.com.au www.visitwarrnambool.com.au 57 port fairy, koroit & yambuk Only a few kilometres west of Warrnambool are the delightful towns of Port Fairy, Koroit and Yambuk. Port Fairy is one of the oldest seaports in the state with an active fishing fleet still bringing the catch of the day to the fisherman’s wharf. Short bay trips and fishing charter boats operate from the wharf, while pleasure craft jostle for space in the marina opposite. Historic buildings line the streets and these range from large imposing residences to small ‘whalers’ cottages of the 1850s. Moyne River, Port Fairy Enjoy the natural attractions of Port Fairy, including the mutton birds that nest between September and April. Cycle the rail trail between Warrnambool, Port Fairy and Koroit, take in a round of golf at one of the best courses in the state, dangle a line, or just find your own secret place. You’ll love Port Fairy. Koroit is nestled on the northern slopes of Tower Hill and takes its name from the Aboriginal word for the area. The town has many historic buildings and an historic walking map available from retail outlets will guide you past the most significant. Enjoy a picnic in the beautiful botanic gardens, follow the scenic arrow tour or call in at the Tower Hill Reserve – Koroit is a must to visit. Koroit Yambuk is a small hamlet about 16km west of Port Fairy. Call at the “The Crags” on your way, (about 8km west) there are fantastic views of Lady Julia Percy Island. The Yambuk coastal reserve is based around the Yambuk Lake, it’s a great spot for fishing or bird watching and camping is available. n contact For more informatio ormation Centre Port Fairy Visitor Inf or 1300 656 564. on (03) 5568 2682 m.au tfairy-moyneshire.co web: www.visitpor /portfairyvic www.facebook.com c.gov.au email: [email protected] 58 Macarthur, Mortlake & Peterborough for further details on these towns and festivals in the Shire please contact the Port Fairy Visitor Information Centre. The Iconic Great Ocean Road And Twelve Apostles Warrnambool, Wangoom, Cudgee, Allansford, Peterborough, Port Campbell – Twelve Apostles, Timboon, Curdie Vale, Allansford, Warrnambool (via Hopkins Point Road). (190 km) Travel north on the Hopkins Highway, turn east at Wangoom Road, call into Wangoom General Store and Tearooms, follow signs to Hopkins Falls. Turn right when leaving the Hopkins Falls carpark, through Cudgee to the Princes Highway – turn right at the Great Ocean Road turnoff at Allansford – sample some local cheeses at Cheeseworld and browse through the interesting Museum. Continue along the Great Ocean Road to Port Campbell National Park – Bay of Islands (spectacular island group); Peterborough (small township at the mouth of Curdies River); The Grotto (path leads to a beautiful rock pool); London Bridge (the arch linking the ‘bridge’ to the mainland collapsed in January 1990); The Arch (superb views of Two Mile Bay and Moonlight Head); Port Campbell Discovery Walk (4km return walk offering views east towards the Sentinel Rock and the distant Apostles); Loch Ard Gorge (iron clipper “Loch Ard” foundered in 1878, 49 lives lost. Two survivors, Eva Carmichael and Tom Pearce were washed into the gorge. See their story “Shipwrecked” screened nightly at Flagstaff Hill on the 9 metre high aquascreen); Twelve Apostles (world famous off-shore rock stacks – some so eroded they can only be viewed at low tide). Return to Port Campbell then travel north to Timboon. Travel west to Curdie Vale, then return to the Great Ocean Road. At Allansford turn onto the Scenic Tourist Route at Ziegler Parade, turn left into Tooram Road, continue to Hopkins Point Road turn right. Follow Hopkins Point Road through to Warrnambool. See the Robert Ulmann Studio Gallery – a beautiful studio overlooking the ocean and whales, with wildlife and botanical paintings. Continue along Hopkins Point Road to Logans Beach for a spot of whale watching (June-September). A Coastal Village Discovery Tour Tower Hill, Killarney, Port Fairy, Yambuk, Codrington, Macarthur, Koroit. (192 km) Drive along Princes Highway to Tower Hill Reserve, a dormant volcano, a haven for wildlife - koalas, emus, kangaroos and birdlife. Visit the Worn Gundidj Visitor Centre featuring local Aboriginal art and craft, and enjoy a number of walks which start from the Visitor Centre. As you leave the Reserve turn left and drive around the rim of the crater, stop at Von Guerard’s Lookout for a view over the crater and ocean, to Killarney (beach) and back onto the Princes Highway to Port Fairy. Port Fairy highlights – Historic buildings, walks, wharf, galleries & studios, in a quaint village atmosphere. Call into the Port Fairy Visitor Information Centre in Bank Street for more information. Back onto the Princes Highway heading west make a stop at the Crags with views of Lady Julia Percy Island – Australia’s only submarine volcano, from there to Yambuk Lake, a great spot to fish. Continue along Princes Highway to Codrington where you can see a wind farm. Travel north along Bessiebelle-Codrington Road to Mt Eccles National Park featuring a crater lake, a lava cave and abundant wildlife, then on to the town of Macarthur. Drive south-east to Koroit, follow the Heritage Trail highlighting many of Koroit’s beautiful old buildings. Drive through Koroit to Southern Cross turn right to the Princes Highway and turn left to head back to Warrnambool. A Green Escape - Head North To The Grampians Mailors Flat, Winslow, Woolsthorpe, Hawkesdale, Penshurst, Dunkeld, Halls Gap. (326 km) Drive north to Mailors Flat – see Mailors Flat Demolition & Antiques - huge antique and collectables warehouse. Continue through Winslow and Woolsthorpe, across to Hawkesdale – see Australia’s funkiest loo designed by the creative kids of Hawkesdale. Travel north to Penshurst, features include Mount Rouse Lookout, Lake Linlithgow and Volcanic Centre, then further north to Dunkeld. Dunkeld is located at the southern gateway to the Grampians National Park with excellent views of Mt Sturgeon and Mt Abrupt, the highest mountain in the southern Grampians. Drive north to Halls Gap – spectacular, scenery, colourful displays of wildflowers, walks and a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities. Call into the Halls Gap Visitor Information Centre for more information. Return to Warrnambool along the same route. 59 scenic self Drives Using Warrnambool as your base, you are only a short drive away from some of Australia’s most unique natural attractions and historical villages. For full scenic drive descriptions, please see page 59. Rich Maritime History 12 Apostles THE ICONIC GREAT OCEAN ROAD AND TWELVE APOSTLES A COASTAL VILLAGE DISCOVERY TOUR A GREEN ESCAPE - HEAD NORTH TO THE GRAMPIANS All scenic self-drive tours start and finish in Warrnambool. 60 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au www.visitwarrnambool.com.au 61 index The following businesses financially contribute to the development of tourism in the Region. ACCOMMODATIONPAGE 104 On Merri 18 Pertobe Road 44 A Beach Break Abaco House 44 Anchor Belle Motel Apartment 35 Apartment 97 on Liebig Aqua Accommodation 45 At The Beach Apartments 45 Atwood Motor Inn 49 Banyan Place Bayside Lodge 45 Beach on Lady Bay Best Western Olde Maritime Motor Inn 49 Big4 Hopkins River Caravan Park 55 Cally Hotel Cannon Hill Apartments 45 Central Warrnambool Townhouse Charles on Victoria Street City Central Motor Inn & Apartments 49 Colonial Village Motel 49 Comfort Inn Warrnambool International 49 Comfort Inn Western 49 Country Life Accommodation 45 Discovery Holiday Park 54 Downtown Motel 50 Elm Tree Motel 50 Fairholme Apartments 45 Figtree Holiday Village 54 Gateway Motor Inn 50 Girt By Sea Warrnambool 47 Harmony at Tower Hill Historic Central Warrnambool Cottage Holiday Accommodation Honeysuckle & Merlot Cottage Hopkins Hideaway 47 Hopkins River Homestead Hotel Warrnambool Jamieson House King Street Townhouses 47 ACCOMMODATION (cont.) Lady Bay Resort Lanaud B & B Farmstay Lighthouse Lodge Mahogany Motel Manor Gums B & B Merton Manor Exclusive Bed & Breakfast Mid City Motel Warrnambool Quality Suites Deep Blue Quamby Homestead Quest Warrnambool Raglan Motor Inn Redwood Manor Motel & Apartments Saltmarsh…Artful Living Sea Mist Studio Apartments Southern Right Motor Inn St Patricks Luxury Boutique Hotel Surfside Holiday Park The Gallery Apartments Thyme Cottage Turn In Motel Warrnambool Beach Backpackers Warrnambool CBD Townhouses Warrnambool Holiday Park Warrnambool Holiday Village Wypinga Bed and Breakfast ARTS, CRAFTS & ANTIQUES Long-Gone Antiques Collectables & Vintage Clothing Mailors Flat Demolition & Antiques Merri View Gallery Robert Ulmann Studio Gallery Sandpiper Gallery SCOPE Galleries Undercover Weekly Market Warrnambool Art Gallery Warrnambool Independent Traders Market PAGE 48 44 52 44 44 51 52 48 52 53 53 55 46 53 53 54 54 37 37 37 37 37 38 37 The Promenade 62 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au index GETTING AROUND Christians Bus Co Coastal Car Rentals Coles Coaches Port Fairy, Koroit & Yambuk V/Line Passenger Pty Ltd Warrnambool Bus Lines PAGE 58 57 GREAT FOOD Bojangles Pizza Restaurant 41 Breakers Restaurant 41 Brown Grain Thai Restaurant 41 Café Lava 40 Cattleya Thai Restaurant 41 Clovelly Restaurant 41 Club Warrnambool Emperor's House Images Restaurant 41 KFC Warrnambool Macey's Bistro 40 Mack's Snacks Nonna Casalinga Noodle Box Pavilion Café & Bar 42 Piccolo Restaurant Warrnambool 42 Pinky’s Pizza Pippies by the Bay Proudfoots on the River 42 GREAT THINGS TO DO Allansford Cheeseworld 23 AquaZone22 Capitol Cinema 25 City Memorial Bowls Club Daktari Surf & Dive Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village 8&9 Flying Horse Bar & Brewery Fun4Kids Festival 64 George Taylor’s Stores 23 Great Ocean Road Ten Pin Bowling Kayaking just for fun Laserstrike23 Lighthouse Theatre Warrnambool 25 Mini Golf by the Sea Premier Speedway 31 www.visitwarrnambool.com.au GREAT THINGS TO DO (cont.) PAGE Rundells Mahogany Trail Rides 24 Southwest Explorer 24 Tour of the South West 29 Wangoom General Store & Tearooms 25 Warrnambool Bowls Club 24 Warrnambool Football Netball Club 25 Warrnambool Golf Club 24 Warrnambool Greyhound Racing Club Inc. 25 Warrnambool Racing Club 30 Warrnambool River Cruises Worn Gundidj - Towerhill 15 HEALTH & BEAUTY Logans Spa & Fitness 26 Skin Fit Body & Beauty SHOPPING & SERVICES Allfresh Seafoods 35 Callaghan Motors Coastal Wholesalers Crank House Deakin University Down Under Ugg Boots Dubois Boutique Fletcher Jones Market Gateway Plaza 35 GENR8 Go Vita Warrnambool Lizzie's Labels of Love Professional Packaging Pronto Fine Food Merchants 35 South West Tafe OEA Style 105 Sweezy Emporium Taylors Surfodesy Totally Barking Vintage Trewartha’s Leather Goods Umhauers Offroad & Camping World 35 Watery's Wholesale TOURISM FRIENDS Health Protect International - Warrnambool Roslyn Orr 63 LIVE ENTERTAINMENT • WORKSHOPS • CREATIVITY • ACTION P14 AUSTRALIA'S BEST CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL 29 JUNE - 6 JULY 2014 THE ULTIMATE WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY ADVENTURE Fun4Kids App For more information visit FUN4KIDS.COM.AU WARRNAMBOOL • GREAT OCEAN ROAD • VICTORIA www.visitwarrnambool.com.au
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