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Published on 2 February 2025

Notice to Mariners No.066(T) – 25

Ocean Grove Boat Ramp:  Barge Craning Operations Temporary Boat Ramp Closure   Date: Effective from 3 February 2025   Details:Mariners and boat ramp users are advised of barge craning works being undertaken at the Ocean Grove Boat Ramp at approximate...

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Published on 28 January 2025

Hooded Plover Nesting Update

Temporary Beach Closure Notice  We currently have one active hooded plover nest that is expected to hatch in the coming weeks. Six sites with adult birds on territory, which will hopefully result in eggs and one successful nesting site in...

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Wedge St, Ocean Grove, Stairs requiring replacement

Published on 22 January 2025

New Beach Access Coming to Wedge Street

Work begins on February 4 on the replacement of the Wedge Street (Emergency Marker OGE079) beach access stairs in Ocean Grove. Approved by DEECA, this project will include a new structure with improved pathways, seating, and fencing to enhance safety...

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Hooded Plover fledgling in Ocean Grove on the beach

Published on 16 January 2025

Hooded Plover Chick Approaching Flight Stage at Ocean Grove

The Hooded Plover chick between Wedge St and Tuckfield St beach accesses has reached four weeks of age and is progressing well towards its juvenile flying stage. The chick has been observed attempting short-distance flights, marking a crucial milestone in...

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Collendina Beach, new Emergency marker sign

Published on 16 January 2025

Stage 2 Emergency Markers Now Live 

Barwon Coast is pleased to announce that Stage 2 of our emergency marker implementation is now underway, with all new markers activated in the Triple Zero (000) system.  Following community feedback, we fast-tracked the installation of beach-level emergency markers to...

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Published on 1 January 2025

Notice to Mariners No.570 – 2024

BARWON RIVER, Barwon Heads Sailing Association (BHSA)5 knot Exemption and Events Calendar 2024-2025 Date: Effective from 23 December 2024 Details:Mariners are advised that the Barwon Heads Sailing Association (BHSA) will conduct organised and scheduled sailing/boating activity events in the Barwon...

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Published on 19 December 2024

Summer Newsletter

Season’s greetings! Summer’s here! Time to grab your sunscreen, slip into your rashie, and get the esky ready for adventure. Dive into our latest newsletter and discover what’s coming up and catch up on all the latest happenings.

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Published on 10 December 2024

Coastal Discovery Program 2025

DOWNLOAD PROGRAM Looking for things to do, and ways to find out more about the wonders of the coast this summer? Coastal Discovery Program  Dates: 4 – 28 January 2025 Cost: Free! Duration: Most activities run for 90 minutes Activities...

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Published on 28 November 2024

Do you love this coast more than most?

Join our Community Reference Group Applications have now closed to join the Foreshore Master Plan Community Reference Group.  Applicants will be notified in early 2025. For project updates and upcoming engagement opportunities, please click below. Keep me up to date What’s...

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Published on 24 November 2024

Notice to Mariners No.487 – 2024

Barwon Heads – Barwon River Estuary – Floating Bird Roost Trial Date: Effective from 14 November 2024 Details:Mariners are advised that two (2) floating bird roosts measuring 30m x 5m have been deployed in the Barwon River estuary, see ‘full...

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Published on 18 October 2024

Notice to Mariners No.434 – 2024

Ozone Jetty – Maintenance Works Completed – Stage 4 Date: Effective from 18 October 2024 Details:Mariners and jetty users are advised that Ozone Jetty maintenance works have been completed, approximate location (WGS84) 38°16.752’S 144°29.782’E. This notice cancels NtM No. 356(T)...

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Published on 10 October 2024

13th Beach Access Stairs Replacement Project

What’s Happening? The beach access stairs at 13th Beach are being replaced as they are nearing the end of their functional life. Along with this, minor upgrades to the car park will be carried out to improve safety, access, and...

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