Geelong
Geelong is 65km from Melbourne across Port Phillip Bay
and 75km via freeway from the State capital. Geelong's
city centre is bounded by La Trobe Terrace, Corio Bay,
Eastern Park and a railway line in the south.
Victoria's second-largest city has one of the country's
most dynamic city centres. The Waterfront - one of the
few facing north in Victoria - has an exciting array of
restaurants, bars and attractions, from Cunningham Pier,
past the Royal Geelong
Yacht Club to Eastern Beach.
The Waterfront has undergone a $170 million redevelopment
over the past five years. The landscaped foreshore contains
several restored historic buildings. An historic woolstores
building contains a Deakin University campus and a world-class
concert stage, Costa Hall. Eastern Beach features jetties,
a famous art-deco swimming pools complex - now restored
- parklands, and a world-class restaurant.
Smaller reserves and parks dot the foreshore and inner
city Geelong. Johnstone Park is home to the town hall,
library and the impressive Geelong Art Gallery. Geelong's
commercial and retail centre radiates out from Moorabool
Street, the backbone of the town's 1838 survey. The western
end of Little Malop Street is the city's cultural precinct,
with fine cafes, studios, and art galleries all within
walking distance of the Geelong Performing Arts Centre
and the Court House Youth Arts Complex.
Kid Run a Muk
Make sure your kids play safe out of the sun and heat
this summer. Head to Kids Runamuk and meet other parents
and children. Their state-of-the-art
Playtec equipment meets strict safety standards, while
a massive play area of 800m2, plus separate toddler space,
is hygienically maintained at all times.
Best of all, the in-house café offers freshly ground
coffee, light meals, and all the uninterrupted conversation
you could want. Planning your child’s next birthday
party? Use one of five private themed party rooms for
an extra special day.
Let the kids rough and tumble, so you can really relax.
P 03 5229 3499
www.kidsrunamuk.com.au
24-26 Apparel Close Breakwater
Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre
Conveniently located between Geelong and the Surf Coast,
The Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre is home to over 80 exciting
stores including Target, Coles, Safeway, Priceline, The
Reject Shop and Dick Smith Electronics.
The recently redeveloped Centre boasts over 1,100 free
3 hour and all day parking spaces, a parent’s room
and a fantastic mix of fashion, beauty and specialty retailers
all at one easy location.
Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre also features a great range
of services including, a medical centre, dentist, accountant,
florist, post office, 2 bank branches, cobbler, pharmacy,
drycleaner 2 travel agents and physiotherapist.
For your fresh food needs there are 2 supermarkets, bakeries,
a butcher, fresh seafood, as well as a huge selection
of delicious cafes and restaurants.
The 8-screen Reading Cinema complex is a great attraction,
with stadium style seating, wall to wall screens, and
digital sound, so you can see first release movies in
luxury armchair comfort.
So whether you are looking for something in particular
or for a great day out, head to The Waurn Ponds Shopping
Centre.
Visit www.waurnpondssc.com.au for
‘What’s On’ at the Centre; trading hours
and a full list of retailers.
Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre is open 7 days a week
and is located at 173-199 Pioneer Road, Waurn Ponds.
Crazy Critters Family Entertainment
Centre
Located in an old converted warehouse, Crazy Critters
provides 3 stories of fun for all of the family but particularly
the kids. It is the largest play centre in Geelong and
has over 1000 square metres of fun filled adventure. Slides,
tunnels, ball pits, jumping castles and flying foxes provide
an imaginative play area for all ages from 0 to 100. Group
play is encouraged. Indoor Mini Golf that glows in the
dark during the day is the newest fun craze which has
just opened at the centre. Birthday Parties are very popular
at Crazy Critters. Book now for exclusive use of your
own party room. There is a café that has great
cappucinos, main meals, healthy snacks and naughty snacks,
cold drinks, cakes, slices,
icy poles and lollies to suit everyone. Crazy Critters
is an all-year venue that allows for non-stop fun. Open
Monday to Friday
10am-6pm and Weekends 10am-5pm.
P 03 5277 2100
E info@crazycritters.com.au
www.crazycritters.com.au
37-39 Separation St North Geelong (Mel Ref: 225 J4)
Timezone and Laserquest
Timezone is one of the biggest family friendly entertainment
centres
in Geelong. With over 120 games to choose from, great
prizes to win and their state of the art laser skirmish
game, Laserquest there is plenty to do for the whole family.
Head to Timezone and check out the new games Shootin’
Shack and Blazing Angels or get your photo taken in one
of the new photo booths Stylish shot and Starcasting.
Timezone also have all the old favourites like Pinballs,
Daytona and Slam n Jam and a multi games cabinet made
up of all the retro games produced by Global Arcade.
Present the coupon from the advertisement (January What’s
On)
for a great deal and receive $5 bonus credit free when
loading $10 onto a powercard or play 2 games of Laserquest
for only $10.
Groups and children’s birthday parties are most
welcome, phone for details. Open 10am until late 7 days
a week.
P 1300 TIMEZONE or 5222 6050
www.timezone.com.au
89 Malop Street Geelong (city centre)
Ekko Creatives – Art & Craft
Ekko Creatives runs Art & Craft adventures for preschoolers
and after-school classes for older children. The popular
School Holiday Programs take place all year around, this
summer holidays being no exception. Classes and workshops
incorporate a variety of delightful hands-on Art &
Craft projects and are suitable for both girls and boys.
Enrol any time.
The studio is also the ideal place for that special crafty
party. Children celebrate in style, crafting a favourite
project. In addition, Ekko Creatives offers original and
affordable children gifts, certain to delight the most
dedicated young crafter. Situated in the heart of Geelong,
the studio is easily accessed from Little Ryrie Street
carpark. For more information:
P 03 5221 8855
E info@ekkocreatives.com
102 Ryrie Street Geelong
The Rock Adventure Centre
Drive your kids up the wall for a change! Supervised by
professional climbing wall staff, The Rock Adventure Centre
in Newtown, Geelong ensures an action packed day. The
Rock is a world class indoor climbing facility offering
people of all ages and abilities the chance to experience
the fun and excitement of rock climbing.
During the school holidays The Rock is open to the public
from 10am 7 days
a week. Parents can relax with a coffee while the kids
experience the thrill
of climbing during their supervised Holiday Sessions.
Kids Climbing sessions
run from 2-4pm each Monday to Friday over the holidays.
Bookings are recommended. For more information:
P 03 5221 3101
www.rockadventures.com.au
River End of Pakington St Newtown
Jet Boat Wild Rides
The ultimate in fun at two exciting locations –
Geelong Waterfront and Queenscliff.
Take an adrenalin injecting trip with speeds of up to
70kph and 360 degree spins. Experience a thrilling 15
to 30 minute ride on the Waterfront or a 30 minute ride
at Queenscliff. It’s affordable fun for the whole
family. Safety gear is provided. Children and the disabled
are well accommodated. Operating daily over the school
holidays. Queenscliff from 11am and the Geelong Waterfront
from 2pm. Bookings essential. Queenscliff includes scenic
tours to Pope’s Eye, seals at Chinaman’s Hat
and regular dolphin sightings. Prices from $40-$60 per
adult
and $30-$40 per child U14.
P 0419 237 300 or 03 5253 1467
www.jetboatrides.com.au
Jungle Junior
Baby and toddler play centre Jungle Junior and One, Two,
Buckle My Shoe (Geelong’s only children’s
shoe boutique) are under new management.
Jungle Junior features a new baby and toddler area and
a great range of food, so call in and have a coffee, hot
chocolate, cake or gourmet snack. There are lots of healthy
choice options for the kids, suitable for all dietary
requirements and fully cooked breakfasts are also available.
They also cater for children’s parties and have
nappy wipes and sunscreen in stock now.
One, Two Buckle My Shoe stocks first walkers, school shoes,
winter boots and now a new summer range in all children’s
sizes.
Fully air conditioned/centrally heated.
Open 6 days from 9.30am-4pm. Closed Sundays.
P 03 5224 2362
www.junglejunior.com.au
39 Malop St Geelong
Bowl-A-Rama
Geelong Ten Pin Bowling
Geelong’s newest Bowling Centre has combined state
of the art visual, sound and lighting technology with
the fun and excitement of ten pin bowling. The family
will love the giant visual screens featuring music clips
and cartoons. Glow Bowling & Bumper lanes are available
for the children. Bowl-a-Rama has the best disabled facilities
in Victoria and has been specifically designed to cater
for prams and wheelchairs with ramps and no steps up to
the lanes. The centre is fully licensed. Charter bus available.
P 03 5278 4844
Cnr Separation St & Shepherd Crt North Geelong
Geelong N.A.S
Indoor Go Karts Mill Markets in North Geelong is alive
with the sound of indoor go-karts. With 6 karts operating
at one time, you can race your friends over 250 metres
of the new track.
The centre also has double karts, so mum or dad can take
the kids for a spin and supply hair nets and helmets for
those about to hit the track. 12 volt kiddy karts are
designed for the toddlers.
There’s also mini golf, pinball, pool tables, Daytona
racing cars, video games, Playstation and X-Box games
at Geelong N.A.S Karts. Steve supplies a free barbecue
every Friday night and all weekend, with lollies and balloons
for the kids. Group bookings and birthday parties are
welcome. Open 7 days from 10am-10pm.
P 03 5278 6110
M 0410 726 443
Shed 12- 35 Mackey Street North Geelong
Old Geelong Gaol
Formerly a high security prison, the Old Gaol remains
much the same as it did when it was last operating in
July 1991; cold, bleak and primitive. The prison was built
by convict labor in 1853.
It includes prison cells, ablution rooms, workshops, muster
areas, watchtower, a doctor’s surgery and recreation
room with mural.
P 03 5221 8292
Cnr Myers & Swanston Sts Geelong
Geelong Bowling Lanes
On holidays or just looking for something to do with family
and friends that’s fun, a little competitive, and
where everyone can have a go?
The answer is tenpin bowling. With 28 air-conditioned
lanes you can bowl with the best of them. If your ball
finds the gutter more often than it does the pins, you
can use the bumper pads.
The automatic scoring makes it easy to stay on the game.
Ask about the electro-glo bowling fun nights, and join
in the regular competition nights. Geelong Bowling Lanes
are great for parties and social outings.
Book a lane now.
P 03 5241 2200
49 Reynolds Rd Belmont
Narana Creations Aboriginal Cultural Centre
Narana Creations is an Australian Aboriginal Cultural
Tourism and Education Centre, and a significant attraction
on the tour of the Great Ocean Road.
The inviting gallery and retail area displays a wide range
of Aboriginal arts and crafts; with Narana staff always
ready to share their extensive knowledge of history and
culture. Visitors can be treated to an exhilarating didgeridoo
performance, learn the art of boomerang throwing or sample
bush flavours in the café. Narana has been inducted
into the Victorian Tourism Hall of Fame, and provides
a high quality Victorian Indigenous tourism experience.
P 03 5241 5700
410 Surfcoast Hwy (Torquay Rd) Grovedale (Mel Ref: 465
G11)
Wallaby Rentals
Want to tour the region but don’t have a campervan?
Rent and drive a Campervan or Motorhome from Wallaby Rentals.
Organising a group excursion but can’t fit everybody
in?
Wallaby Rentals also hires 12,14,19,20,22,23 or 29 seat
minibuses, cars, trucks vans, utes and trailers. Seven
days a week.
P 03 5243 0677
www.wallaby.com.au
1a Roslyn Rd Belmont
Only Ewe Wool Clothing
Only Ewe has been making garments from a totally unique
worsted fabric for more than 15 years. The lightweight
fabric is 100% Australian fine Merino wool and is soft,
comfortable and revolutionary. Imagine wearing a t-shirt
that is soft and warm in winter, yet suitable for summer.
Now imagine that material has been uniquely spun and knitted
to produce a soft garment that has no prickle and doesn’t
pill, can be machine-washed, tumble dried and won’t
shrink.
Now that is easy dressing, easy wear and easy care.
Wrap yourself in a locally dyed rainbow shawl (70cmx200cm).
Factory direct sales at remarkably low prices.
Special offer: 20% discount on all stock until 30 April
2009.
Clubs and groups welcome. Order or browse online.
P 03 5241 1243 – please phone before calling in
www.oetextiles.com
6 Wilray St (off Marshalltown Rd) Grovedale
Cosmetic Refinement Clinic
All women and men are born beautiful and looking good
is such a big part of how we feel. The team at Cosmetic
Refinement Clinic want you to be all you can be. We all
lead very busy lives and do not want the down time of
surgery.
Cosmetic Refinement Clinic specialises in the area of
non-surgical cosmetic procedures and is a rapidly expanding
area.
All treatments are fully evaluated for their safety and
efficacy by a professional team of Div 1 Nurses, Dermal
Clinicians and Beauty Therapists conduct these procedures.
Their services include: Affirm™ anti-aging skin
rejuvenation fractional laser system • Laser treatment
for facial capillaries and pigment irregularities •
Cosmetic tattooing • Laser hair removal
• Excision of skin lesions such as moles •
NdYag laser for skin rejuvenation • Injectable anti
wrinkle treatments
• Microdermabrasion • Skin care analysis •
Management of acne
• Chemical peels • Medically supervised skin
treatments including vitamin A - plus a full range of
beauty services including spray tans, make-up application,
superficial and medium peels, massage facial therapies,
manicure and pedicures.
There is a secret to beautiful skin... Call in and speak
to the team
at the Cosmetic Refinement Clinic and let them help you.
Be all you can be. Call for an appointment today.
P 03 5221 9920
E enquiries@refine.com.au
www.refine.com.au
www.breast-surgery.com.au
Unit 7 Saint Giles Court 74 Gheringhap St Geelong
Nailco
The friendly Nailco team will get you looking fabulous
from head to toe for Summer. Nailco offer a full range
of services including nail enhancements (gel and acrylic),
gel toes, manicures, pedicures, tanning products and a
mineral make-over bar.
Nailco welcomes Ron Santuccione (pictured) to the team
as their in-store make-up artist. Ron can guide you through
the latest summer looks in Vani-T’s mineral make-up
range or book in to have your make-up done for your next
function or special occasion.
Hairdresser and make-up artist Andrea Ward is also in-store
for on the spot hair-styling.
Nailco use only the finest quality nail products which
do not contain the chemical MMA. No face masks, no fumes
or drills and all nails are crafted by hand.
Have a glowing natural tan all summer by using one of
Vani-T’s all organic bronzing products.
Pamper your feet with a luxurious pedicure and set of
Gel Toes
with permanent French polish or permanent colour.
Located in Little Malop Street in the heart of the city
centre,
with two new Nailco stores now open in Torquay Central
and at the new Pakington Strand.
Deb and the friendly Nailco team look forward to seeing
you soon!
www.nailco.com
P 03 5221 6687
99 Little Malop Street Geelong CBD
P 03 5222 3633
Kiosk 3, 95-103 Pakington Street Geelong West
P 03 5261 9611
Shop T 103 Bristol Road at Torquay Central
Buckleys
Buckley’s, the place to catch up with friends, relax
in a friendly atmosphere, enjoy great service and food
has been fully refurbished and looks great.
Feel like a night out, then Buckley’s can offer
a fun evening that the whole family will enjoy. Starting
in the Bistro, you can select from an extensive menu that
includes family favourites or Buckley’s signature
dish, the amazing fresh seafood platter. Buckley’s
can cater for all price ranges by also offering a cheap
and affordable Bar Menu.
While you enjoy dinner the children can be entertained
in the Kid’s Room with play stations, pinball machines,
car racing, Nikelodeon Kids TV or the in-room play equipment.
On those hot sunny days, Alfresco is also the perfect
setting to enjoy a meal, catch up with friends or watch
your favourite sports on 2 plasma TVs. Friday and Saturday
nights also not to be missed with free live entertainment
in the Sports Bar from 8.30pm.
Having a special occasion can be made easy by hiring one
of the newly renovated Function Rooms.
Packages can be tailored to suit your needs and make that
occasion extra special. Buckley’s: a venue of class
that provides all your entertainment needs.
P03 5248 4866
www.buckleys.com.au
54 Fellmongers Rd Breakwater
Metropolis Gallery Framing Workshop
Quality Picture Framing matches the quality of the artwork
on exhibition at Metropolis Gallery. Artists, students,
collectors, home or office: framing options to suit a
range of budgets and styles from economy to conservation.
Introducing Andrew Milne, who has recently joined Metropolis
as Framing Workshop Manager, after 15 years experience
in Melbourne. Andrew brings creative solutions to all
your framing needs, including conservation framing for
artists and collectors.
Open 10-5.30 weekdays, 10-4 Saturday. Parking at front.
P 03 5221 6505
www.metropolisgallery.com.au
64 Ryrie Street Geelong
Eulung Day Spa
Eulung Day Spa embraces everything beautiful about a healthy
body, mind and spirit. Experience exquisite Aveda skin,
body, massage and hair treatments at Eulung Day Spa, an
Aveda Concept Salon and Spa. Features include a dual room,
relaxation lounge and sensational Thermal M Steam and
Vichy Cocoon. Join them on the journey of relaxation and
renewal to discover a more vibrant you. Indulge at Eulung
Day Spa today. Gift vouchers available.
P 03 5229 4266
E indulge@eulungdayspa.com.au
www.eulungdayspa.com.au
58 Moorabool St Geelong CBD
The Nash
One of Geelong's most loved alternative live music venues,
the Nash has free bands in their dedicated band room every
Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. There is also live
entertainment in the front bar every Friday and Sunday
night.
The Nash is famous in and around Geelong for their Noodles
for lunch or dinner, whipped up fresh while you wait by
reputedly one of the best Thai chefs around. It's a favourite
with the locals, go in and see what all the rave revues
are about.
Hours, Bar –7 days, 12pm to late. Noodles –
Tuesday to Friday lunch, Tuesday to Sunday dinner.
P 03 5229 1211
National Hotel
191 Moorabool St Geelong
Decor Impact
Decor Impact has over 20 years experience in retail through
creative importing and manufacturing.
View the incredible stock range which includes the latest
in lifestyle concepts and trends from around the world
with a huge range of items like life-size animals, concrete
statues, water features and indoor/outdoor furniture and
more.
Their mission is to provide consumers with all the latest
designs at affordable prices. The friendly staff at Decor
Impact will not only strive to give you great customer
service but also to give you the most unique shopping
experience you may ever have.
Animals may also be hired for parties, promotional events
etc. Wholesale enquires welcome.
P 03 5222 8822
www.decorimpact.com.au
54-56 Shannon Ave Geelong West
Future Rentals
The future in vehicle rentals has come to Geelong. As
an Australian owned company, Future Rentals aim to offer
value for money products combined with a positive, efficient
and unique customer experience designed to make renting
a vehicle a simple, no hassle process.
Small, stylish cars in funky colours are available from
just $39 per day including delivery and pick up.
Rent a car during January and included in your rental,
is a satellite navigation system to get you headed in
the right direction.
Future Rentals has taken a big green step and introduced
bicycles and electric scooters to its fleet. They offer
eco friendly transport with helmets, bottle, maps,
locks, delivery and pick up included from just $15 per
day!
Ever wished you had a ute to move your stuff?
Future Rentals has utes with blankets and tie-downs, delivery
and pick up
included from only $45 per day.
Why buy when it’s cheaper to rent?
Call Future Rentals now and get moving!
P 03 5221 0100
E sales@futurerentals.com.au
www.futurerentals.com.au
42-46 Autumn Street Geelong West
Barwon Water – Daylight Saving
Restrictions
Stage 4 water restrictions will remain in place over summer
because of the continuing drought.
The restrictions, known as Stage 4 Daylight Saving, will
allow some community exemptions similar to last summer.
They include minimal garden watering and an allocation
to community sports grounds to ensure many sports can
continue over summer.
Other restrictions under Stage 4 restrictions, which were
introduced in December, 2006, remain.
Barwon Water Chairman Roger Lowrey said despite declining
storage levels, some Daylight Saving exemptions were possible
without jeopardising Geelong’s supplies.
“With storage levels slightly below this time last
year, we have taken a cautious yet prudent management
approach. In doing so, the Board has considered supply
and demand modeling, projections on storage levels and
weather patterns and community feedback.”
The new restriction regime began on November 1 2008,
and end on April 5 2009, in line with Daylight Saving.
Under the new rules:
• Residential customers, including permanent caravan
park residents, can use a hand-held hose fitted with a
trigger nozzle for watering garden beds and trees between
7 and 8pm twice weekly. Only one hose per property is
allowed. Watering will operate on odd and even house numbers.
• 500 million litres have been allocated to public
recreational facilities, with the allocation to be managed
by councils and sporting groups.
• newly laid drought-tolerant turf may be watered
initially for three weeks using a hand-held hose fitted
with a trigger nozzle except between the peak hot weather
period of Christmas and Australia Day. A Water Conservation
Plan is required and a watering program recommended by
an approved supplier must be followed.
• Existing swimming pools can be topped up using
a hand-held hose fitted with a trigger nozzle during designated
garden watering times. Owners must have a pool blanket
to reduce evaporation as part of an approved Water Conservation
Plan.
• Car wash operators may continue to operate subject
to a Water Conservation Plan.
The additional water for sports grounds will allow about
one in four to be maintained for sport. Active playing
surfaces, such as bowling and golf greens and turf wickets,
also are eligible.
Individual exemptions on the grounds of age, disability
or rehabilitation will continue to be considered case-by-case.
Mr Lowrey said storages and consumption would continue
to be closely monitored to ensure restrictions matched
prevailing circumstances.
“Regardless, consumers are urged to continue to
save water. Conservation is the most important things
we can do to protect supplies during drought,” he
said.
Barwon Water’s Board will review the new restrictions
before the end of Daylight Saving.
Full details of the Stage 4 Daylight Saving restrictions
are available on Barwon Water’s website www.barwonwater.vic.gov.au
and will be advertised in the regional media. Customers
can also call the water restrictions Hotline on
1300 656 007.
Amaranth
Amaranth offer a range of treatments varying from waxing
mani/Pedi to IPL Photorejuvination and the removal of
unsightly skin tags, fibromas and other
sun related damage to skin. They also have an infrared
sauna to help treat aching muscles; combined with massage
it makes a wonderful relaxing treatment. They are Geelong’s
exclusive stockist of Ultraceuticals, an all Australian
vitamin based professional skin care range, plus Yon-Ka
a French botanical and essential oil range used in their
relaxing Spa type facials. Amaranth offer relaxation and
problem skin treatments. Men and women welcome.
P 03 52293269
amaranthbdt@bigpond.com
367 Ryrie St Geelong
Body Pleasure Piercing
To add to their twenty years of piercing experience Body
Pleasure Piercing’s new studio at Corio Village,
opening December 8, has been strategically designed to
meet all of the latest health regulations just like their
Geelong location (in the Mall opposite the new loo). Their
studio has been carefully set up to provide clients with
a comfortable, clean and relaxed environment. Body Pleasure
Piercing’s sterilising unit (autoclave) is the latest
design on the market.
Gift Vouchers are available for a unique idea this Summer.
P 03 5229 0021
102 Little Malop St Geelong
P 03 5275 0033
Shop 48 Corio Shopping Centre
www.bodypleasurepiercing.com
Grandma’s Bottom Drawer
This charming little shop in East Geelong is a treasure
trove of gifts and personal items. Catering for babies
to grandparents, you will easily find the perfect gift
for even the most difficult to buy for friend or relative.
Beautiful products for
all occasions include a large range of Crabtree &
Evelyn products, Willowtree Angels, D'lux scarves, pretty
umbrellas, gorgeous dressed bears and lots more. Christmas
stock has now arrived.
Grandma’s Bottom Drawer offers complimentary gift
wrapping, gift vouchers and layby facilities. There’s
hassle free parking and their helpful and friendly staff
will help make your gift buying easy.
P 03 5229 1662
74A Garden Street East Geelong
Roraima Nursery
This unique nursery specialises in unusual and collector’s
plants, with a huge range of natives, cacti and succulents.
Owner Lyle Filippe is an avid collector of mammoth proportions;
you will see plants at Roraima that are so unusual, you
will have to take some home.
A large range of general plant lines and nursery products
are also available.
P 03 5282 8704
www.roraimanursery.com.au
20 Swan St Lara
Pictureworks
This store specialises in beautiful custom framing, including
tapestry and embroideries, wedding photography, sporting
memorabilia and jigsaws. Geelong’s largest range
of framed and unframed prints and mirrors are made to
order. Empty frames, framed Chinese objects, d’art,
French provincial furniture and an assortment of gift
ideas are available.
Centrally located in the heart of Malop Street –
there’s something for everyone at very competitive
prices.
P 03 5229 6311
77 Malop St Geelong
For the Love of Grape
Bellarine Wine Tours
This company offers a relaxing and memorable experience
visiting a variety of wineries on the Bellarine Peninsula
and Surf Coast. Tours offer the convenience of collection
and drop off to all accommodation, homes, Geelong train
stations and Queenscliff Ferry services. The tours include
half day and corporate functions/hen’s or bucks
groups. All clients have the option of selecting the wineries
to visit or tailoring a day tour to suit the interests
of their group.
All our tours are inclusive of GST and tasting fees. For
all enquiries and bookings please contact Karen Shannon:
P 0408 388 332
E fortheloveofgrape@hotmail.com
www.fortheloveofgrape.com.au
Expressions Body Piercing Studio
Geelong’s newest state of the art piercing studio
has just opened in Shannon Avenue. As an opening special,
buy one piercing and receive the second one half price
for yourself or even bring in a friend.
Owner Roslyn has a large selection of special occasion
and unique jewellery made from 14-18ct gold, silver, buffalo
horn, crystal and glass.
Expressions offer a clean and modern piercing room with
Titanium used on all piercings,
have the latest up to date equipment, specialize in Mirco
Dermal
Implants and just received a 100% rating on their health
inspection. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10am. Walk in
or phone for an appointment.
P 03 5229 8811
E ebps@bigpond.com
Shop 2 - 84 Shannon Ave Geelong West
White Eagle House
White Eagle House is open 7 days a week from 10.00am till
late, with bistro operating 7 days a week for lunch and
dinner.
Every Friday night live entertainment is provided with
live bands from 8pm and every Saturday night with live
solo artists in the bistro. The home of Rock n Roll,
White Eagle House has dances every first Saturday of the
month.
There is a function room available for private parties
licensed for up to 500 people. Pool tables and dart board
are available for social players. Summer time until till
31st March the kitchen will be open for dinner till 8.30pm
on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, and till 9.00pm on
Saturday.
The 10th Annual Summer Rock Festival organised by Geelong
Jukebox Rockers will be held on the 9, 10 & 11 January.
It features two dances on Friday and Saturday, a show
and shine competition, outdoor dance floor, variety of
stalls and many more. Inquires Barb: 5259 3477 or 0432
503 997.
P 03 5229 1009
46-48 Fellmongers Rd Breakwater
Classic Fireplaces and Barbecues
Summer is sunshine, warm evenings and barbecues with friends
and family. When it comes to people that know barbecues,
you need to get into Classic Fireplaces & Barbeques.
Classic specialise in quality leading brand barbecues,
Weber, BeefEater and Heatlie as well as a wide range of
accessories, Australian made chimaneas from Aussie Heatwave
and alfresco fires and heating.
Classic have varying styles of barbecues. Anything from
an outdoor kitchen from BeefEater to the compact and portable
Baby Q from Weber.
The Weber Q range of barbecues has been growing in popularity.
Classic’s owner, John Greene says the amount of
people requesting the Weber Q is amazing. “People
can’t believe what can be cooked on one of these
barbecues. A great roast to a juicy steak. We have plenty
of tips for our customers and they come back and share
a story or two with us also”.
Classic are chosen specialist dealers by both Weber and
BeefEater. This means exclusive products, company support
and the latest news. They have a one-on-one relationship
with each company.
So if you are looking for a new barbecue, drop into Classic
Fireplaces & Barbeques now... ‘Come ‘round
for a barbie’.
P 03 5222 1688
info@classicfireplaces.com.au
www.classicfireplaces.com.au
99 West Fyans St Newtown
Terry White Chemists Geelong
The friendly, helpful team at Terry White Chemist, Geelong
pride themselves on appearance, customer service and looking
after your health, wellness and beauty.
They are passionate about their new store and being part
of the leading retail pharmacy brand in Australia, Terry
White Chemists.
The Pharmacists, Naturopath and Weight-loss Consultants
are there to discuss your health and wellness needs.
Cosmetics and Perfume Consultants can show you the newest
and most exciting ways to pamper yourself and enhance
your beauty. They are the only stockist of Model Co in
the region.
They also have an extensive range of top national and
international brands as well as the home grown Terry White
brand.
The uncluttered, open aisles make the store very pram
and wheelchair friendly always putting the customer’s
needs first.
Whether you are visiting from down the road, interstate
or from overseas, you will find the store worth the visit.
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8.30am to 6.00pm, Friday 8.30am to 9.00pm,
Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm & Sunday 10.00am to 5.00pm.
P 03 5215 0288
E geelong@terrywhitechemists.com.au
www.terrywhitechemists.com.au
Shop 1187/8 Westfield Shopping Centre
Cheryl Pearson Florist
Arlene Hargreaves at Cheryl Pearson Florist can create
contemporary, modern or traditional floral gifts to suit
any budget and any occasion.
This long established florist, ideally situated for those
travelling to the Bellarine Peninsula, is open 365 days
a year. Gorgeous, locally grown, fresh flowers, stylish
bouquets and unique gifts can be delivered locally or
interstate.
If you are after quality floral creations for all occasions,
pop in and have a chat to the staff at Cheryl Pearson
Florist.
Conveniently, the business is open from 9am-6pm Monday
to Saturday and 10am-2pm on Sundays.
P 03 5221 1922
www.cherylpearsonflorist.com.au
91 Ormond Road East Geelong
Naughty Gifts
Looking for an adult gift with a difference that’s
a little bit naughty?
This centrally located shop has novelties and unusual
gifts including adult dvd’s, videos, magazines,
leather, lingerie, adult toys and games, oils, lotions
and potions, digital scales, springas, water
pipes and chillums. Lots to choose from so go in and have
a laugh.
Wednesday is ladies day, so you’ll save 10% or mention
What’s On and get 10% off any day!
Look out for the purple and green shop front.
P 03 5229 8424
www.naughtygifts.com.au
213 Moorabool St Geelong
Discover Geelong Food
Cloves Indian Restaurant
Cloves Indian Restaurant brings the taste of authentic
Indian tandoori and curry cuisine to the Geelong CBD,
satisfying local palettes since opening 2 years ago and
has just been Highly Commended for Best Restaurant Casual
Dining in the 2008 Golden Plate Awards. Cloves offers
several menus ranging from popular chicken, beef, lamb,
fish, vegetarian and Indian style Tandoori barbecue with
up to 30 different curries and a large range of entrees.
These delicious dishes are complemented by a variety of
Indian breads. Most meals are gluten free. The restaurant
caters for dine-in, take away, parties and weddings. Fully
licensed and BYO bottled wine. Open for lunch Wednesday
to Friday 12-2pm, take away lunch specials from $5.90
ready in 5 minutes.
Dinner Wed-Mon from 5.30pm (closed Tuesday).
P 03 5221 5050
93-95 Ryrie St Geelong
2 faces
Welcome to the passionate world of owner-operators Tim
and Simon, the 2 faces. Experience true culinary diversity
with dishes that draw on a myriad of tastes and textures.
“If Chef Simon Yarham’s menu were a painting,
it would contain elaborate flourishes, busy curlicues,
curious daubs of textures, and above all obsessive attention
to detail”. Recommended by the Age Good Food Guide
2009.
Contemporary award winning fine dining in 1857 Heritage
surrounds. Open Tuesday-Saturday for dinner.
P 03 5229 4546
www.2faces.com.au
8 Malop St Geelong
BurgerInc.
Not all burger joints were created equal.
With two great locations within Geelong, BurgerInc sets
the standard for relaxed casual dining and takeaway with
over 20 mouth-watering burgers, all made to order with
premium quality fresh ingredients featuring King Island
Dairy cheeses, La Madre organic burger rolls and premium
Australian beef and chicken.
Delicious vegetarian options are also available and you
can either order from the menu or make up your own creation.
Both stores are open from midday 7 days a week until late.
The Moorabool Street Geelong store seats up to 50 and
is licensed, while the Pakington Street Newtown store
is small, cosy and great for fast takeaway burgers, fries
and drinks.
Current deals include:
• Burger, fries and soft drink from $9.50 eat in
or takeaway.
• add a small fries and drink from $3.50
For menu information, go to www.burgerinc.com or call
P 03 5222 7776
320 Pakington St Newtown
P 03 5223 3310
51 Moorabool St Geelong
www.burgerinc.com
Geelong RSL Sub Branch Inc.
Everyone is welcome at Geelong RSL. Seven days per week
they serve quality meals at enticing prices. Lunch specials
from $7.50 or two course from $10.00 per person. Try their
winter warming food from the menu with pleasant surrounds
and companionship for all. Varying weekly activities for
members include promotions on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
with market raffles on Thursday and Friday evening. Live
entertainment three nights per week includes Country Music
on Fridays followed by 60's 70's & 80's on Saturday
and Jazz 5pm-8pm on Sundays. Their Function Room is able
to provide finger food or full course meals as per your
requirements. Call in and have a chat with David Harper
for your choice of food for that special occasion.
P 03 5241 1766
50 Barwon Heads Rd Belmont
Merle’s Home Made Cakes
Looking for a treat for dinner tonight or a plate for
afternoon tea?
Want something homemade for lunch that the whole family
will love?
Drop into Merle’s for that home made just baked
taste. Take home trifles, sponges, pavlovas, fruit and
meat pies, lasagna, quiches, pasties, pastries and a full
range of takeaways including hot and cold drinks.
Ring Claire for that specialised made to order wedding
cake incorporating fresh flowers to suit any theme. Cup
cake tiers and birthday cakes are available for all occasions.
P 03 5243 9700
Shop 2 Grove Plaza
148 Torquay Rd Grovedale
Moorabool Valley Chocolate by Design
The magnificent new tea-rooms and chocolaterie are located
on a tranquil 125 year old farm, just 6km from the Geelong
CBD. Relax on the outdoor deck with a coffee and cake,
whilst enjoying the panoramic views looking onto farm
paddocks with grazing horses.
All of the chocolates are carefully hand-made in the farmhouse
kitchen by chocolatier Lynne Meek and her team. They use
fresh and natural ingredients combined with locally purchased
fruit and nuts. You will find all the old favorites –
caramels, honeycomb, marshmallow, fondants, nougat, as
well as European style truffles and dipped chocolates
filled with ganache, liqueurs, nuts and fruit.
Special requirements and occasions are all catered for.
Please contact Lynne for all details.
P 03 5276 1422
www.mooraboolvalleychocolate.com.au
320 Ballarat Rd Batesford (just before El Dorado Caravan
Park)
Matilda’s of Inverleigh
Matilda’s café/ restaurant is located in
the historic picturesque township of Inverleigh, 20 minutes
drive west of Geelong.
Winner of 2008 Golden Plate Awards for Best Restaurant
– Relaxed Contemporary Dining, Best Menu –
Local Food and highly commended in the Best Chef Category.
Chef Tyler Vakidis was labelled the “find of the
decade” for his creative and adventurous menu which
features fresh ingredients and produce from the local
region. Matilda’s provides a venue for relaxed dining
in a lovely country setting. Fully Licensed and open for
lunch and dinner Thursday to Saturday and lunch on Sunday.
P 03 5265 1111
E matildasofinverleigh@bigpond.com
14 High St Inverleigh (next to the General Store)
Bistro@310
This new restaurant is located in the iconic bluestone
building in Moorabool Street near Kardinia Park.
Owners Libby and Dermott McQuillan bring a wealth of knowledge
and experience to a menu that features the popular greek
tapas for both entrees and mains and specialises in Greek
and Mediterranean food that can be enjoyed in a comfortable,
relaxed family friendly atmosphere.
Bistro@310 features al fresco dining, a main dining area
suitable for weddings, celebrations, business functions
and seminars.
Open Tuesday – Saturday for lunch & dinner.
P 03 5221 0000
310 Moorabool St Geelong
Club Cats – Geelong Football Club
Set in the heart of Kardinia Park, Club Cats has it all.
You can enjoy great food in the Players Bistro or outside
in the alfresco dining area over looking the parkland.
For Monday & Tuesday lunches they have a set two course
meal with a complimentary drink for only $5.90. Seven
days a week the delicious daily lunch specials are a must
at only $7.90. Club Cats has an extensive menu with plenty
of dinner specials varying everyday, affordable for every
family. There is a children’s menu and a playroom
to keep them entertained. Adults can try their luck on
one of the 100 Poker machines available in the new Tabaret
area. For your next celebration or function the Geelong
Football Club can cater to your specific requirements
with exciting new packages available now. They have a
comprehensive range of 12 rooms to choose from to accommodate
any occasion. Go and see why Club Cats is Geelong’s
favourite!
Enter via Kilgour Street, open 7 days a week.
P 03 5225 2355 – Bistro (Bookings are essential)
P 03 5225 2367 – Functions
www.clubcatsgeelong.com.au
Skilled Stadium Kardinia Park Geelong
Sawyers Arms Tavern
This tavern is classic country pub. ‘The food at
this family-run stalwart has more than a touch of class’,
says The Age Good Food Guide. ‘The service is as
warm and friendly as the open fire, and the menu is as
varied as the seasons’. Finalists in the 2004 Golden
Plate Awards, Sawyers were highly commended for Best Bistro/Hotel
in the 2005 Golden Plate Awards, with judge’s comments,
‘cozy real pub feel offering very good, modern food
with great pub service’. Sawyers Arms did it again
in 2006, winning Highly Commended for Best Hotel or Bistro.
Open Monday to Friday for lunch and Monday to Saturday
for dinner.
P 03 5223 1244
2 Noble St (Cnr Latrobe Tce) Newtown
The Sphinx Entertainment Centre
Visit Egypt in the heart of Geelong and relax in this
premier entertainment complex which is overseen by the
15 metre high Sphinx. The decor and design is right out
of Egypt and with attention to detail throughout every
room,
you’ll think you’re in a Pharaoh’s chamber.
The Sphinx has just opened the newly renovated Function/
Conference Room that caters for over 350 people.
The unique Sphinx Entertainment Centre, Geelong’s
one stop venue, offers the finest in dining, live shows
and accommodation.
Pharaoh’s Bistro offers modern contemporary decor
and is open for lunch and dinner 7 days 11.30am til late,
with a la carte meals and alfresco dining. The menu includes
huge salads, pastas, seafood, steaks, chicken and sweets.
There are also great lunchtime specials.
Entertainment includes Karaoke every Friday, over 28s
in the Cazbar Night Club every Saturday, free Poker every
Tuesday and Sunday. The new Sports Bar features PUB TAB
with 16 screens and 3 windows. The Sphinx also has the
brand new Thirsty Camel bottle shop and Budget Motel Accommodation.
Owned and operated by the Ramia family for over 35 years,
the Sphinx Entertainment Centre is sure to provide you
with a first class dining and entertainment experience.
See cover advertisement for more details.
P 03 5278 2911
www.sphinxhotel.com.au
2 Thompson Rd North Geelong
Carrington Hotel
Under new management, the Carrington features a modern
Australian contemporary menu for dinner with separate
bistro style lunch menu for express and corporate lunches
– fax, e-mail or phone a pre-order if in a hurry.
Carrington was the winner of AHA awards best country hotel
restaurant two years in a row 2006 – 2007 and finalists
for best country pub, best menu & wine list the same
two years.
An extensive wine list complements enjoyable dining or
the casual and relaxed atmosphere in the lounge bar.
Public bar, wine bar (lounge bar) or restaurant with a
Thirsty Camel bottle shop facilities & car parking.
Beautiful views of St. Mary’s Basillica. Function
room also available for casual functions. Function menus
for big corporate lunch or dinners. Happy hours, drink
specials & meal deals every day. Raffles and live
music every Friday night.
All the sport all the time, 5 plasmas, Foxtel and TVN
and new TAB facilities available.
P 03 5229 1164
191 Yarra St Geelong
Wholefoods Café – Shop
– Catering
If you’re in town call into Wholefoods to sample
their unique, healthy and tasty menu – all made
fresh daily in the kitchen. In the same building, discover
a shop brimming with everything from certified organic
fruit and veggies to bulk foods including nuts, grains,
honey and grind your own peanut butter.
If you can’t find it elsewhere, chances are you’ll
find it here. Wholefoods is a project of Diversitat, a
registered charity, so any profit is returned to the community.
P 03 5221 5421
www.diversitat.org.au
2 Baylie Place Geelong
Cravings….. without the guilt
Cravings provide healthy and gluten free alternatives
such as pies, sausage rolls, fritattas and lasagna. They
use only chemical free skinless chicken breast, serve
97% fat free chips, coleslaw and yoghurt plus everything
is home made from the delicious baguettes, wraps and preservative
free mayonnaise to the made to order cakes. They cater
for diabetics, coeliacs, the weight conscious and people
with a variety of dietary requirements. Cravings prides
itself on delighting everyone’s tastebuds with delicious,
fresh, healthy snacks and meals. Why not try Cravings
for your next function with catering available for both
private and corporate events. Open Monday to Saturday
from 8am until 3pm.
P 03 5222 8877
24 Malop Street Geelong CBD (opp. The Carlton Hotel)
Rimini Restaurant & Bar
Leo’s legendary family run restaurant offers authentic
Italian homestyle cooking with Uncle Nino’s famous
freshly made gnocchi and Mama Maria’s fresh homemade
Italian cuisine. Choose from the large variety of breads,
soup of the day, salads, lasagna, cannelloni, risotto,
parmagiana and fresh seafood dishes.
Lunch is great value with nothing over $10, dine in or
take away. Breakfast from 7am – 6 days a week. Lunch
from 11.30 and dinner 5.30 til late. You never know who
you will run into at Rimini. Functions catered for.
P 03 5229 1733
54 Moorabool St Geelong CBD
The Gateway Hotel
This one stop venue has all your entertainment needs:
dining for the whole family, (2007 runners up: Best Tattersall’s
Venue), award winning accommodation and a private function
room.
The “Gateway Feast” all you can eat smorgasbord
is great value for money. The 300 seat bistro allows you
to dine in comfort, while the children’s room with
playstation games keeps the kids entertained.
Family meal deals are available from Monday-Friday where
you can choose from pasta, roast, asian cuisine, fish,
vegies, fresh salads & a magnificent dessert bar for
those with a sweet tooth for only $45.
Lunch is from 11.45am until 2pm & dinner from 5.30pm
until 8.30pm. Bar Meals are available 12pm-2.30pm &
6pm-8.30pm for just $13.90. Receive a free pot of beer,
wine or large pot of soft drink with every purchase.
The motel units have won the 2002-2004 & 2006 National
Hotel Association Awards for Best 2.5 Star Accommodation.
Nightly & weekly rates are available at great competitive
prices. The Gateway is just 10 mins from the Jetstar Terminal
at Avalon Airfield, so relax before you fly with a quiet
meal or drink.
The function room is ideal for company meetings, product
launches, has a great atmosphere for wedding receptions,
anniversaries or any functions large or small with a variety
of menu options for up too 100 people, a large stage for
entertainment or announcements and a fully licensed bar.
Head to the Gateway, meet new friends, sit back, relax
& enjoy a quiet drink in front of one of the large
TV’s.
P 03 5275 1091
F 03 5274 1329
218-230 Princes Highway
Corio Geelong
E gateway.hotel@alhgroup.com.au
The Peninsula
Sit, eat and relax while the kids entertain themselves
– this is The Peninsula. This family owned complex
caters for all your dining and entertainment requirements.
The Cafe/Bistro features a glass roofed indoor/outdoor
dining area, complete with indoor children’s playground.
The kids will love the ball pit, playstation games and
adventure play park, all surveyed by closed circuit TV
so you can watch
the kids without leaving your table.
Friday night is kids’ night with clowns, pirates
and magicians. Choose from an a la carte menu or a special
theme night, currently Char Grilled Steak Night on Thursday,
Seafood on Friday and traditional roast lunch on Sunday.
Live bands play every Friday & Saturday night.
Weddings, birthdays and special occasions catered for.
Pub TAB, drive in bottle shop and budget accommodation.
Ample parking available. See advertisement for more details.
P 03 5248 2606
info@thepeninsula.com.au
195 Bellarine Hwy Newcomb
Staughton Cottage Restaurant
Located at Staughton Vale Vineyard, this fully licensed
boutique restaurant comes to life each weekend offering
a la carte dining, serving delicious country style food
with flair. Fine wines from local wineries and various
beers may be purchased to complement your selected fare.
Enjoy a leisurely lunch in the country only 20 minutes
from Geelong. Ideal venue for small weddings & functions.
Stay & relax in the romantic luxury cottages set in
the tranquil surroundings of the vineyard with magnificent
views across the Brisbane Ranges National Park. Open weekends
for Lunch, Morning/Afternoon Tea, Monthly Dinner.
P 03 5284 1477
www.staughtonvale.com.au
20 Staughton Vale Rd Anakie
European Café and Continental
Foods
This continental food store and café is packed
to the rafters with all manner of groceries, fresh fruit
and vegetables, savoury preserves, jams, flavoured teas
and sweets from Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Poland, Holland,
Italy, Greece and Turkey.
In between perusing the shelves for pinjur or ajvar relish,
cookwares, stuffed capsicums, sauerkraut or specialty
biscuits, pause to savour a wedge of hot burek –
flaky pastry filled with cheese and spinach or beef and
onion, then finish with a continental cake and a cup of
Grinders coffee.
Buy direct from the importer for great savings at Petrovic
Enterprises European café and continental foods.
P 0409 496 794 – Angela
95 Vines Road Hamlyn Heights
Petrovic Enterprises Import-Export
Shed 4, 383 Thompson Rd North Geelong
Lord of the Isles Tavern
For one of the region’s best dining experiences
you can’t go past the recently refurbished Bernie’s
Bar & Bistro at the Lord of the Isles Tavern. Features
include a lounge room, dining room, courtyard with outside
bar and a private function room which sits 16 to 20.
Winner of many national Australian Hotel Association awards,
including Best Bistro in Australia 2000, 2002 & 2005.
Drop in and experience the friendly atmosphere, great
service and magnificent meals. The menu caters for all
tastes and budgets, including vegetarian and celiac. It’s
ideal for a family night out, intimate dinner, business
meeting, or any occasion. Bistro dining now available
11am until late 7 days a week.
P 03 5224 2522
www.lordislestavern.com
2 West Fyans St Newtown
