Torquay
With its surf beaches and safe family beaches, restaurants,
shopping and attractions Torquay makes for a favourite destination
for many holiday makers. Just over an hour’s drive
from Melbourne and Tullamarine airport, 30 minutes from
Avalon airport only 15 minutes from Geelong, Torquay has
been a holiday resort since the late 19th century. Its beaches
with large grassed areas
and shady trees offer more than just great surfing.
Visit the information centre for more details.
Anglesea
Tucked into the Otway Ranges on the Great Ocean Road, and
only 1.5 hours from Melbourne, Anglesea’s main beach
and nearby Pt. Roadknight are perfect for swimming, surfing
and family activities. Discover native orchids and wildflowers
in the Heathlands. Coogoorah Park, south of the river, features
an adventure park, walking and cycling tracks, and fishing
and picnic areas; explore Angahook-Lorne State Forest.
Aireys Inlet / Fairhaven
Dominated by the Split Point Lighthouse C1891, a beacon
to Great Ocean Road travelers, Aireys Inlet offers secluded
beaches, wilderness walks, surf, fishing, horse riding,
canoeing, bird-watching and hang gliding over stunning Fairhaven
beach. The Angahook-Lorne State Park features steep forested
ridges separating deep valleys with lush fern gullies and
spectacular waterfalls. Between Urquhart Bluff and the inlet
lie secluded coves perfect for swimming, surfing, snorkeling
and walking. Fairhaven to Eastern View offers 8km of surf
beach.
Surf World
Riding Liquid Mountains
The biggest, meanest and deadliest waves in the world are
now on display at Surf World. The world’s largest
surfing and beach culture museum houses the Australian Surfing
Hall of Fame as part of its comprehensive surfing displays.
Surf World is recognised as one of ‘The most significant
centres
of world surfing heritage’ by the International Surfing
Association. Surf World is a must see interactive tourist
icon which presents the best of surfing from the past, present
and future in a contemporary manner.
Surf World provides a spectacular insight into the surf
history, culture and the sport itself on a local, national
and global level.
Open every day, except Christmas Day, 9am-5pm.
P 03 5261 4606
E surfworld@surfcoast.vic.gov.au
www.surfworld.com.au
Surf City Plaza Beach Road Torquay
Split Point Lighthouse
Tours Aireys Inlet
Famous for its starring role in TV’s Round the Twist,
a tour of the Split Point Lighthouse is perfect for families,
photographers, historians and RTT fans.
Eco-Logic, the lighthouse managers, also run School Holiday
Programs throughout the year.
You can join a Twisted Tour, Wonderful Whales or Spooky
Story Tour in the lighthouse. They also offer Ocean Snorkelling,
Canoe Discovery Paddles, Rockpool Rambles and more, where
everyone is welcome!
P 03 5263 1133 or 1800 174 045
www.splitpointlighthouse.com.au
Go Ride A Wave
Learn to surf with one of Australia’s most experienced
surf schools. Go Ride a wave run surfing lessons everyday
along the Great Ocean Road, The best beginner soft boards
and rip curl wetsuits are included in the surf lessons.
Surf Lessons everyday at Ocean Grove, Torquay, Anglesea,
Lorne and Wye River.
Board hire, wetsuit hire and Sea Kayak hire also available
from Torquay and Anglesea. For bookings:
P 1300 132 441
www.gorideawave.com.au
Anglesea Shop
143B Great Ocean Rd Anglesea
Torquay Shop
Shop1/15 Bell St Torquay
Lorne Shop
20 Dec-1 Feb
82 Mountjoy Pde Lorne (next to cinema)
Tiger Moth World Adventure Park
Ideally located by the beach in Torquay, Tiger Moth World
is Australia’s largest Tiger Moth operator, flying
the spectacular Great Ocean Road for over 35 years.
Step back in time and climb aboard an authentic WW2 open
cockpit Tiger Moth for the flight of a lifetime. For those
who dare, turn your life upside down with your choice of
mild to ‘extreme’ aerobatics. Take an aerial
adventure to the 12 apostles in the cabin-class modern aircraft,
or skydive for an adrenalin pumping experience you will
never forget.
There’s much more for the whole family at Tiger Moth
World Adventure Park with mini golf, paddle boats, flying
fox and much more for a great day out.
P 03 5261 5100
www.tigermothworld.com
Torquay Airport 325 Blackgate Rd Torquay
Body & Style –
Lingerie, Leisure & Swimwear
“You’ve got the body – we’ve got
the style” is the motto at Body & Style, Torquay’s
leading boutique on the Surfcoast. They offer the largest
selection of national brands in Lingerie with Berlei, Fayreform,
Calvin Klein, Le Mystere, Lovable, Pleasure State, Triumph,
Elle Macpherson Intimates, Playtex available in sizes from
AA to G cups plus an extensive range of shapewear in store.
Leisurewear includes Bonds, Metalicus & Black Pepper.
They invite you to drop in and see their range of summer
swimwear, brands include Seafolly, Jets, Palazzi, 2 Chillies,
Baku and Ballet. Range up to F cup’s.
Lynda and her staff are trained body consultants and their
personal approach allows clients to feel comfortable and
ensure they make the right selection for their body shape.
They cater for all ages and sizes from first bras to the
more mature and fuller figures. Lay-by, gift vouchers and
free gift wrapping available.
P 03 5264 8771
1 Gilbert Street Torquay
Tiny Trinkets
Tiny Trinkets giftware ranges from windchimes, ornaments,
homewares & novelty items. Australian made souvenirs
available include t-shirts, magnets, suncatchers and ornaments.
Beading products for sale include pewter and glass pendants,
Swarovski crystals, beads, findings and more.
There are many styles of jewellery in store.
During January they have classes on Monday, Thursdays and
Saturdays
1.30-2.30, 3.00-4.00 and 4.30-5.30.
Adults classes in jewellery, leadlighting and dichroic glass
are also available.
The store is situated as you enter Torquay on the Surfcoast
Highway next to Subway and opposite Quicksilver.
Open 7 days. Monday-Friday 10am-5.30pm, Sat & Sun 10am-5pm.
P 03 5264 7444
M 0412 1717 06
E keryn@tinytrinkets.com.au
www.tinytrinkets.com.au
3/118 Surfcoast Highway Torquay
Ripples Eco Centre
A wonderful variety of earth friendly products and information
from the garden to the kitchen is now available at Ripples
Eco Centre.
At this recently opened, unique store you will find beautiful
locally made craft, gifts, arts, prints, jewellery, clothing
plus handcrafted and recycled furniture. Ripples is a proud
supplier of Wathaurong Glass Arts and has a great selection
of individually handcrafted Aboriginal designed bowls, platters
and wall features.
Ripples also features home-grown organic fruit, vegie and
herb seedlings plus certified organic garden products.
Open 7 days a week from 10am until 5pm and situated just
5kms before Torquay, next to the Beach Tree Nursery.
P 03 5264 1100
E rippleseco@bigpond.com
1135 Surfcoast Highway Mt Duneed
SURF’S UP AT COAST
Ride the wave of investment available this summer within
Mirvac’s contemporary resort style development at
Coast, The Sands Torquay.
With only 20 terrace homes remaining in this unique beachside
development, Coast offers the ultimate opportunity to own
a part of one of Victoria’s most popular holiday destinations.
Situated alongside the Stuart Appleby-designed 18 hole championship
golf course and a short walk from Torquay’s town centre
and picturesque White’s Beach, the benefits of living
at Coast appeal to owner occupiers and investors alike.
The five hectare development comprises 126 contemporary
beach terrace homes, boasting design features that seamlessly
integrate each home’s interiors with the coastal surrounds.
Each home boasts generous balconies with magnificent views
across the course and surrounding waterways, sun-filled
open plan living spaces, European appliances, air conditioning
and superior finishes.
Enjoy resort living all year round at Coast, with facilities
including outdoor pool, tennis court, bocce pitch, practice
putting green, barbeque area and playground for the kids.
All Coast residents also enjoy full access to The Sands
clubhouse facilities including restaurant, bar, indoor swimming
pool, gymnasium and tennis courts.
First home owners can also take advantage of the Victorian
Government’s first home bonus for regional Victorian’s,
with an additional $3,000 on top of the $26,000 first home
owners grant, with the purchase of a newly constructed home
at Coast.
Capitalising on the year round traffic visiting Torquay,
Coast’s boutique letting agent, Golf Retreats Victoria,
offers investors the benefits of an onsite booking manager,
local market knowledge and, most importantly, access to
rental yields enjoyed by current investors.
Leanne Howlett, founder of Golf Retreats Victoria, says
“The short term returns are similar to the long term
rental yields, however owners get the added benefit of using
the property at their leisure. Coast holiday homes rent
well all year round and attract couples, families and larger
groups alike.”
For general sales information on Mirvac’s Coast at
The Sands contact Anna Tzanis or Alex Lyons on 03 5261 5695
or visit www.mirvac.com.au
Eponia Gifts
Eponia has a wonderful menagerie of animal themed gifts,
including wildlife, Australian fauna and domestic pets.
They stock an array of greeting cards, ornaments, toys &
homewares, beautiful jewellery and prints. Browse fascinating
handicrafts from all over the world.
P 03 5261 5025
www.eponiagifts.com.au
20 Pearl St Torquay
Geelong Aviation and Flight Training
Geelong Aviation is conveniently situated on the Surf Coast
Highway eight minutes drive from Geelong and Torquay. They
are ideally located to provide joy flights along this beautiful
stretch of coastline.
Take the adventure of a lifetime in the famous Tigermoth
open cockpit biplane and to add even more excitement you
can choose to include aerobatics into
your experience.
Geelong Aviation and Flight Training offers a full range
of aviation services including charter flights, private
hire and flight training for the private pilot as well as
the aspiring airline captain. They also have a wide range
of aircraft available for training and private hire.
P 03 5264 1273
www.geelongaviation.com.au
465 Surf Coast Highway Mt Duneed (Mel Ref: 465 – F1)
Ocean Road Garden Supplies
Ian and Sandy Hutchison have recently opened your one stop
Garden supplies centre on the Great Ocean Road in Aireys
Inlet and bring years of experience and a passion for the
industry to the Surfcoast and beyond.
Warm up this winter with tonnes of redgum firewood available
plus you will find mulch, soil, sand, pebbles, rocks, gas
refills
and a garden centre full of plants, pots and great gift
ideas.
Friendly service and advice is free and Norm is ready to
deliver
any orders to a wide area including Torquay, Anglesea,
Aireys Inlet, Fairhaven, Moggs Creek, Lorne and beyond.
P 03 5289 6122 or 1300 306 400
73 Great Ocean Rd Aireys Inlet
(at the bottom of the hill)
THE QUAY HOLDS THE KEY TO AN AWARD-WINNING LIFESTYLE
The Quay estate in Torquay has been named Victoria’s
‘Best Residential Development of more than 250 lots’
in the UDIA’s annual Victoria Awards of Excellence.
The master planned residential development, is a joint venture
project between Australand, Intrapac Projects and Gersh
Investments delivering its vision of a carefully planned
design embracing the natural environment.
The overwhelming response to the development this year has
seen people camping out for days before the release of stages
9, 10 and 11 to secure their own piece of prized real estate.
In accepting the award, David Payes, managing director of
Intrapac and a member of The Quay’s joint venture
team, said this was the high point of a great year for the
estate which has gone ahead in ‘leaps and bounds’.
“We are delighted with this win,” he said.
“The estate is coming to fruition beautifully. Sales
have been terrific, many homes are being built and key elements
of the masterplan, which once were only a vision, are now
fast becoming a reality. With the wetlands and open space
at the entry and people moving into their homes, the estate
has truly come alive,” said Mr Payes.
Robert Pradolin, Australand’s Victorian General Manager,
has
seen the estate develop over the past four years and is
pleased with its progress.
“The Quay is a standout development which we are very
proud of. We are honoured to have received this acknowledgement
and such a prestigious award.”
According to David Payes, The Quay is now at a stage where
the benefits of the design and siting guidelines are evident
with a consistency of coastal residential character throughout
the estate.
“The guidelines have provided for a unique yet consistent
and visually exciting landscape ensuring homes fit within
their natural environment,” he said.
The Quay is designed with green corridors and walking paths,
which create a recreational network allowing residents easy
access throughout the estate and its wetlands.
The Quay is becoming even more accessible with the Fischer
Street Release providing future direct access to the Torquay
Town Centre approximately four kilometres away.
This Fischer Street Release comprises 30 lots ranging in
size from 425 to 680 square metres and is priced from $183,000.
For buyers seeking a housing solution, an added advantage
is the display village featuring 11 homes by seven leading
home builders including Simonds, JG King, Pivot, Hotondo,
Cavalier West Coast, Hamlan and Malishev.
The Quay sales office is located at 1 Quay Boulevard, Torquay
(Melways Ref. 506, E1), and open from 12 noon to 5.00pm
each day except Friday.
For further information please contact Australand on 13
38 38.
Simonds Homes
Summer finds Geelong’s first home buyers warming up.
With low interest rates a reality and more cuts on the horizon,
new changes to the first home owners grant from the Federal
Government, and exciting new housing in Torquay –
Geelong’s young home buyers will be finding that Summer
is a great time to look at property.
Simonds Homes, who have just opened display centres in the
newly released estate at Torquay, called The Quay in January,
say that first home buyers have much to be happy about.
According to Mark Simonds, the Director of Simonds Homes,
“First home buyers in regional areas such Geelong
and Torquay are eligible for up to $29,000 when they buy
a newly constructed home. When you consider that our Oxford
and Meridian homes at The Quay include up to $15,000 worth
of extras, that puts you $44,000 in front.”
Both house options combine modern styling and quality, along
with an affordability that those new to the market will
find appealing. Average prices are around $220,000 and in
some cases, parents have become converts too.
For mother of five, Kym Ashwood the opportunities available
now made good sense. She purchased 3 Simonds homes for her
children, aged 19, 20 and 21 placing deposits for them so
they could take full advantage of the Federal Government’s
new home buyers grant. As one of the first to apply for
the new grants for her children, she saw a chance to give
her kids a great start. “We are now able to really
build a future for our children, and help them obtain their
first
piece of substantial capital,” she says.
Under the current changes, newly constructed homes must
be purchased before June 30 2009 and those eligible for
the grant need to purchase a home under $500,000 in value
to claim the benefits.
Simonds Homes currently have packages for sale in Torquay,
Grovedale, Bannockburn, Ballarat, Bendigo and Warrnambool
as well as throughout Metropolitan Melbourne and other parts
of Regional Victoria.
Mark Simonds says their company is a First Home Buyer Specialist
committed to keeping the process simple. “Buying your
first home is one of the most important decisions you can
make. When you walk into one of our display centres you
can be looked after with land, housing and finance.”
For more information on the First Home Buyer’s Grant
and the properties available at The Quay, Torquay contact
Brian Kenneally on 0413 626 786 or David Trounson on 0417
511 147. Monday to Friday 12pm -5pm or weekends 11am- 5pm.
P 03 5264 7422
www.simonds.com.au
Headland Drive Torquay (Melways Ref: 493 G12)
Discover Surf Coast – Food
Growlers
Located on the Torquay frontbeach, Growlers offer arguably
the most unique dining experience on the Surfcoast. Relax
and soak up the atmosphere whilst enjoying superb ocean
views, a great new menu and smooth service from
a fun, friendly team that work the venue as one with flawless
execution.
Enjoy breakfast in the courtyard, lunch on the deck, dinner
in the restaurant or just pop in for a drink. Growlers is
also perfect for a coffee and cake at anytime.
They were a finalist and received a ‘highly recommended’
award in the 2008 Golden Plate Awards for Best Relaxed Contemporary
Dining where the judges made special mention of the freshness
and flavours of the food.
Open 7 days from 8am until late for breakfast, lunch and
dinner.
A courtesy bus will be operating over Summer, please ring
for details or to book you table now.
P 03 5264 8455
www.growlers.com.au
23 The Esplanade Torquay
Locanda Del Mare
The flavours of Italy’s Ligurian Coast have arrived
in Anglesea. Amanda and Massimiliano Magnami have named
their establishment “Locanda Del Mare” which
means place to eat, drink and relax by the sea. They have
created a casual but quality dining experience where people
and families are welcome for a glass of wine and shared
antipasti or to indulge in a three course meal.
Relax in the secluded courtyard and sample the menu which
offers a range of fresh homemade pasta and risotto with
a regional emphasis plus traditional Italian pizzas that
relies on fresh quality ingredients. Fully licensed with
a selection of wines by the glass, aperitives and digestives.
Open 7 days a week for dinner and lunch Wed-Sun.
Large lunch groups by appointment.
P 03 5263 2904
5 Diggers Parade Anglesea
(behind Shell Service Station on Great Ocean Road)
