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Drop in to a Surf Coast Youth session in the school holidays

Published on 16 June 2026

Young people looking for a school holiday activity can hang out at Surf Coast Youth sessions in Anglesea, Lorne and Winchelsea.

Exhibition provides an enticing glimpse of the Surf Coast Arts Trail

Published on 05 June 2026

he 16th annual Surf Coast Arts Trail is coming up on 1 and 2 August and fans can whet their creative appetites at a preview exhibition underway at Anglesea Art Space.

New plantings to enhance Winchelsea River corridor

Published on 05 June 2026

Surf Coast Shire Council will soon commence new tree planting works within Winchelsea as part of broader landscape improvements along the Barwon River corridor and adjoining public open space areas.

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Events

Mother Goose Song and Rhyme Winchelsea

17 June 2026

A weekly facilitated song and rhyme session for parents and carers of babies and children under school age. Incorporating the Parent Child Mother Goose program this session combines rhymes, songs, and stories to promote bonding and language skills. These sessions run during term time only.

Surf Coast Women in Business After 5

18 June 2026

Alongside casual business networking, we're platforming one of our community members to share her story — the real moments of growth, courage and navigating the juggle of life along the way.