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Barwon Coast Committee of Management

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25.01.2022 EXCITING NEWS but we need your help We have received a report of a Mum Swamp Wallaby with joey in tow travelling on the road near Stephens Parade and 13th Beach Road in Barwon Heads. If you can please be extra aware when driving or walking your dog in this area. Wallabies are local residents too and need our help to stay safe. Thanks for your help! ... Manuel Cosentino Unsplash See more

25.01.2022 Access will be restricted throughout some of tomorrow Tues 17th November along Surf Beach Rd at Ocean Grove Main Beach. Works are being undertaken on some of the cypress trees that grow over the roadway. Arborist’s studies have discovered that some of the older trees are unhealthy and need to be removed for safety reasons. It is intended that the timber will be salvaged for picnic table furniture to be used on the coastal reserve in future. Local native tree species will be planted in place of any trees removed. Please contact our office on [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

25.01.2022 We have temporarily closed a number of public facilities following recent Victorian Government advice to help reduce the spread of coronavirus. Closures apply to: All playgrounds All BBQs... All drinking fountains All outdoor showers BUT..... 15kms of Barwon Coast coastline is OPEN for exercise as consistent with government directives. Fresh sea breezes, encounters with nature, brisk swims and surfs , whale spotting (if u r lucky ) is all still allowed. When on the coast please do stay safe by washing your hands regularly, wearing a face covering, coughing and sneezing into your elbow, keeping at least 1.5 metres from others and staying home if you feel unwell. More info: www.barwoncoast.com.au/covid19

24.01.2022 Its National Science Week! This years theme is something we think will be close to your heart - Connections to Oceans. CSIRO have released this short video of marine biology legend Dr Beth Fulton detailing her connection to the ocean. Sci weeks challenge is for YOU to consider your own connection to the ocean and share this with others. How do you connect to the ocean?

24.01.2022 We have rare opportunity to join the Barwon Coast team in the newly created role of Office Administration officer. Although this is advertised as a full time role, we will consider applications from those seeking part time work or who may need a flexible workplace arrangement. Click on the link for more information. (Please do not apply via Facebook, follow the application process outlined in the link).... https://www.barwoncoast.com.au/employment

24.01.2022 Feral cats prey on small to medium sized mammals, birds and reptiles leading to species decline or disapearance. We aim to reduce the impact of feral cats through a cat trapping program. We have placed 2 cage traps in sand dunes near Collendina and the Stephens Pde area of 13th Beach. A stringent trapping protocol is in place including checking the traps morning and night. All trapped cats are taken to Geelong Animal Welfare Society We have also observed domestic cats preying on native species in the past. So, please DO keep domestic cats indoors between sunset and sunrise as per City of Greater Geelong local laws. This gives our local native species a chance to flourish in their coastal home

23.01.2022 Casual Job Opportunity - Housekeeper Our cabins are in high demand at both our Caravan parks as we head into the festive season. We are looking for Housekeepers to join our great team to help us over the summer. Please click on the link for more info. Applications can be sent directly to [email protected]. https://www.barwoncoast.com.au//job_advert_-_web_-_houseke

22.01.2022 We hope this pic doesnt make you blush! But spring has sprung and we thought this is a great reminder to please watch out for Hooded Plovers on the beach. Remember to: keep your dogs on a leash when hoodies are near; keep your distance; smile when you see them as its all a bit Bachelor in Paradise at the moment!

20.01.2022 Pest Animal Control Program Alert We take action to control pest animals in the coastal reserve to protect natural and cultural values. FOXES prey on a number of small to medium sized mammals, birds and reptiles. Remote cameras we have placed in the sand dunes continually capture images of foxes. From 14 July we will be restarting our fox control program (it was on pause due to COVID-19). We will be placing multiple poison baits in fenced off remote sections of sand du...ne in the Barwon Bluff and 13TH Beach area. The baits are placed in areas of sand dunes where access is prohibited, buried away from any beach access points and car parks. We have placed signage alerting to the presence of baits at beach access points and car parks last week. The baiting will be in place until 30 November. RABBITS are another pest species that compete with native animals for food and habitat, damage vegetation and expose soil to erosion. Large number of rabbits have been observed in the Barwon Heads Caravan Park over recent months. A poison baiting program is scheduled for this area in the coming weeks. Bait will be placed within bait enclosures throughout the caravan park in enclosures with a perimeter fence (red hazard tape). Clear signage throughout the park states that you must stay away from these enclosures, ensuring children and dogs are kept away also. Please ensure you only walk your dog on the main road transit through the park and on leash. More info: https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au///8d577b2dc0507d8.aspx

20.01.2022 2 Hooded Plover chicks have hatched at the end of the Ocean Grove Spit. This is great news for this threatened species! A Temporary Exclusion Zone is in place from 19W- 20W. As you can see they're hard for you to spot when on the beach. But your dog can! ... Please use the internal pathway rather than walk on this section of beach. This gives these precious chicks the chance to feed and grow without disturbance.

20.01.2022 Do you know someone who is bright and bubbly, puts a smile on your face, has great computer skills, loves chatting to customers and is looking for a casual job? If yes, ask them to check out this link: https://www.barwoncoast.com.au//job_advert_-_web_-_custome Please forward applications to [email protected]

20.01.2022 The easing of government restrictions this week will mean some changes on the Barwon Coast. Consistent with all tourism operations in Victoria, as of June 1 the Riverview Family Caravan Park and Barwon Heads Caravan Park will be welcoming guests back for self-contained accommodation only such as cabins and beach houses. And KIDS REJOICE as playgrounds will be open from midnight tonight (we assume you wont be there until tommorrow morning ). Physical distancing and mass gathering rules apply at all times.For other changes see the DHHS website link in the full post. Please be patient as we update our signage to match the new restriction levels.

19.01.2022 We are seeking community feedback on design options for an upgrade of riverbank at Ocean Grove. The aging protective wall along the eastern riverbank near the Riverview Family Caravan Park and Barwon Estuary Walk is deteriorating. In preparation for potential upgrade works, Barwon Coast & DELWP BarwonSouthWest are seeking the communitys preferences around an upgrade of this site. Engineers have developed design options for a potential protective barrier along the riverbank ...to prevent coastal erosion. We are looking for feedback on the design options for the revetment, a raised pathway, and potential access points to the beach. Share your thoughts at www.engage.vic.gov.au/barwonriverrevetment Submissions close on Thursday 14 May 2020 and feedback will be integrated into the decision-making process.

19.01.2022 Safety alert for joggers, cyclists and walkers A work site compound has been set up by a Regional Roads Victoria contractor in the Grants Lookout Carpark in Ocean Grove at the eastern end. The shared trail passes through this area - so please watch out for safety barriers and signs . We have provided lighting to assist those using the trail during low light hours. The work compound will provide support to the installation of traffic lights at the intersection of Presidents Ave and Orton Street. More info: https://regionalroads.vic.gov.au//ocean-grove-traffic-ligh

18.01.2022 It is great our local community are visiting the Barwon Coast during this time to assist with both physical and mental wellbeing. Who is ing the sunsets & sunrises ? Unfortunately, due to the rise in use during COVID 19 restrictions, we have also had a rise in reports of people being tripped or harrassed by dogs and cyclist collisions on our path network. Please, while you are sharing trails on the coast: BE RESPECTFUL towards other users;... CLEAN UP after your dog; KEEP CONTROL of your dog; SLOW DOWN and use your bell early when cycling past others; and MAINTAIN 1.5 METRES distance from other people at all times See more

18.01.2022 Storms recently created sand loss on the beach and dunes at Ocean Grove & this undermined the structural supports of the beach access stairs at the base of Eggleston Street. Our team worked quickly to fix this & were so pleased it was appreciated #thankyouforthethankyou

18.01.2022 In line with current government restrictions we have stopped access to our caravan parks for those who live in Melbourne metropolitan areas and Mitchell Shire.

17.01.2022 Whale season is well and truly here! Should you be lucky enough to spot a whale - remember to do your bit for their conservation by sending your info to the Two Bays Whale Project.

17.01.2022 Our staff are taking time out today for a cuppa together to focus on R U OK Day We know time out on the coast is so important for our local communitys mental health and our team really values the role we play in helping make that happen. So today and everyday, remember that theres more to say after R U OK?

17.01.2022 As of midnight tonight all Barwon Coast caravan parks will be temporarily closed at the direction of the Chief Health Officer Victoria.

16.01.2022 Following government directions to help stop the spread of COVID 19 we have changed the way we work at Barwon Coast. Until further notice the Barwon Coast office and Caravan Park offices are CLOSED. Our staff are working remotely. Our major projects including the construction works at Ocean Grove Main Beach are continuing. For an emergency call 000 To report non-compliance on our reserves with social distancing call the Police 131 444 For any urgent Barwon Coast matter...s during business hours call 03 5254 1118 For all other enquiries email [email protected] To reduce risk to our staff we have limited staff working on the coastal reserve. At this stage we will be maintaining a baseline of service which will include cleaning the main public toilets and emptying beach bins. We do ask that you respect our staff and only use the coastal reserve for exercise in accordance with physical distancing directives and use public amenities only when necessary. Wishing our valued community and stakeholders all the very best at this time.

16.01.2022 PUBLIC SPACES UPDATE Beaches, jetties and boat ramps on the Barwon Coast are now open subject to the following conditions: Gatherings of up to 10 people are now permitted in outdoor spaces... You must observe physical distancing of 1.5 metres Take responsibility for your own hygiene and be mindful of others Surfing, swimming, exercising, relaxing and other non-contact activities are permitted Riverview Family Caravan Park & Barwon Heads Caravan Park remain closed as do playgrounds, water fountains, showers, BBQs and some toilet blocks to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Please bear with us as we remove and replace existing signage over the next few days. Thanks to our great community for doing their part so far in adhering to restrictions! COVID_19 info on the Barwon Coast www.barwoncoast.com.au/covid19 COVID-19 recreation info from the Victorian Government www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/sport-cultural-and-recreational-activit Please remember: if you can stay at home you must stay at home.

15.01.2022 We hope you have had the pleasure of seeing the beautiful shrubby trees covered with white flowers whilst out on the coast this Spring. These are Coast Tea-trees Leptospermum laevigatum. They are a long lived local native plant along our coastline. The common name of Tea-tree is said to come from early settlers who soaked the leaves in boiling water to make a tea substitute. Aboriginal people used the aromatic leaves for medicine, and today the oils are used by many as an antiseptic or therapeutic oil. Coast Tea-trees form part of our threatened Coastal Moonah Woodland community.

15.01.2022 This Easter weekend it is more important than ever to #StayAtHome

14.01.2022 One of the VERY cool things our staff get to do is capture images from remote cameras securely placed in the sand dunes along the Barwon Coast. We do this to better understand fauna diversity. This week a wallaby got very up close and curious in the 13th Beach dunes

14.01.2022 There has been a large increase in dog poo not disposed of correctly on Barwon Coast beaches of late. Were really hoping the increased exposure of this issue by The Project and other media will create some behaviour change. #scoopthepoop

13.01.2022 BE A #SNAKEHERO! July 16 is World Snake Day! The biggest threat to snakes is our attitudes. See link for some cool facts, such as - rattlesnakes take care of their kids & sometimes their friends kids too! https://bit.ly/BCsnakes Did you know that the most common snake found on the Barwon Coast coastal reserve is the Lowland Copperhead? They usually rise and shine around August so dont be a Legless Lizard, stand up and be a voice for our snakes!

13.01.2022 Triplets THREE tiny Hooded Plover chicks have hatched on 13th Beach and we need your help! They are a threatened species. Please avoid the area between 31W & 32W where an 'Exclusion Zone' has been set up. This allows the chicks to feed and grow without disturbance and Mum and Dad Hoodie to do their important parenting work without the stress that comes from having humans and dogs nearby. Pls observe all exclusion fences and signage and cross your fingers for these little ones

12.01.2022 Spring has sprung and summer is almost upon us. We are looking for casual housekeepers to join our team as we prepare for the busiest season of the year. Full details, including how to apply can be found here: http://barwoncoast.com.au/employment. Please do not apply via Facebook.

11.01.2022 We know that many of you LOVE your fishing. But please have a look at this message from Victorian Fisheries Authority - now is not the time. #StayAtHome

11.01.2022 Thanks to the Bellarine Times for helping us share our message of #StayOffTheDunes

11.01.2022 Did you know? Dog regulations on the Barwon Coast have not changed. The existing regulations will stay the same for at least the next few months. Information on where you can take your dog on the beach in Ocean Grove & Barwon Heads can be found at https://bit.ly/dogregs It is important to note that the longstanding prohibition on dogs and horses at the west end of 13th Beach between beach access 40W to 42W Blue Rocks remains in place. We are currently working with City of Gr...eater Geelong toward an agreed position on any changes to dog control regulations. We thank the community who provided their feedback on proposed new regulations late last year. Patrick Perkins on Unsplash

10.01.2022 Were so pleased to be working with Ocean Grove Coastcare on their "Bin The Butt" program which has successfully won a 2020 Community Grant from Coastcare Victoria . Congratulations!

10.01.2022 An important message from Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club. There are no beach patrols this weekend at Ocean Grove or 13th Beach. #StayAtHome

10.01.2022 We are currently seeking planning approval for a series of construction projects which will occur in and around the Barwon Heads Caravan Park and the Barwon Coast Office located on Jetty Rd in Barwon Heads. We are calling this The Barwon Heads Caravan Park Staged Works Program. The Works Program consists of 16 sub-projects of varying size and complexity. We plan to undertake them over the next 5 years as funds become available. The works will all improve safety, functionality and amenity for our community and visitors. Please contact us with any concerns or questions. www.barwoncoast.com.au/bhcpworks

10.01.2022 A New Restaurant Lease For A Coastal Icon We are please to announce that we have awarded Sea Change Hospitality Pty Ltd a 21-year lease to operate 'At The Heads' Restaurant following a competitive tender process. http://barwoncoast.com.au/athlease

09.01.2022 Thanks to the Victorian Government Coastal Public Access and Risk Grants program, we have received $50, 000 to renew the Hodgson Street Beach access in Ocean Grove. ... Coastal processes have lowered the beach in the area near Hodgson Street and eroded the dune toe which undermined the existing stairway. We will replace the stairway with a pedestrian ramp access to the beach. The new structure will have timber piles embedded deeply into the beach to respond to the ongoing threat of coastal storm surges. These works will commence in 2021. DELWP BarwonSouthWest

07.01.2022 Heres a bit of nature nostalgia . We found this pic of a Leopard Seal who visited our coast in 1948 (& we believe a 1940s version of photoshop was not involved!). Argus Newspaper Collection of Photographs State Library Victoria These amazing seals still visit our shores today. The old saying of never smile at a crocodile also applies to Leopard Seals. They are a true carnivore that are not always happy to see you!

06.01.2022 In April & May, partnering with DELWP BarwonSouthWest ,we held an online community consultation program on design options for a potential revetment along the Barwon River at Ocean Grove. Over 1000 people visited the engagement site and 328 comments were provided. We are very thankful for this great community response and will be incorporating feedback received into future detailed design and planning work for the area. A summary of community feedback can be found here http://barwoncoast.com.au/revetmentwhatweheard

06.01.2022 Who is your favourite Bellarine 'Bush Hero'? Click on this post from Bellarine Catchment Network to vote

06.01.2022 Tenders are now open for providers wishing to conduct activities such as yoga, personal training, meditation or other activities on the coastal reserve along the ocean and river at Barwon Heads and Ocean Grove. Applications close on 25th June www.barwoncoast.com.au/tenders Kaylee Garrett on Unsplash

06.01.2022 We shared these historic photos over on our Barwon Heads Caravan Park page today. If you love looking at them, make sure you pop into the Barwon Estuary Heritage Centre when it opens again http://barwoncoast.com.au/sit/default/files/folp_poster.pdf

06.01.2022 Hoodies are in the hood! It's easy to keep up to date this summer on where Hooded Plovers are breeding on the Barwon Coast. Simply visit https://barwoncoast.com.au/hoodedplovers If you are out today know that there are: EGGS incubating between 30 & 31W on 13th Beach EGGS incubating between 19 & 20W on the Ocean Grove Spit... BIRDS on territory getting ready to nest between 35 & 35W on 13th Beach Dog walkers - you have an important part to play in this species' survivval. These areas allow dogs off leash unsupervised. Pls put dogs ON LEASH well before you reach the roped off area and turn and walk in the opposite direction if you can. If not pls walk along the water's edge. This gives this threatened species the best chance at making babies!

05.01.2022 It's that time of year when we expand our team in preparation for the summer season. We have a number of casual opportunities in our Caravan Park Maintenance team. Please send all applications to [email protected], please do not apply via Facebook https://www.barwoncoast.com.au//job_advert_-_web_-_mainten

05.01.2022 A great example of the amazing #biodiversity on the Barwon Coast

04.01.2022 Our project in partnership with DELWP BarwonSouthWest to better protect the coast from erosion at Ocean Grove Main Beach is continuing well. A new set of beach access stairs are now complete and will improve access once construction has finished. The extended rock revetment wall is on track to be completed early next week and then construction will start on the pavement for the new ramp. We ask everyone to continue to observe safety signs in this area and not to walk in the vicinity of the construction area.

03.01.2022 Always Was, Always Will Be Always Was, Always Will Be’ recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. It acknowledges the spiritual and cultural connection of hundreds of Nations and cultures that covered this continent. On the Barwon Coast the Wadawurrung People are the traditional custodians of the land and waters at Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads and we are privileged to learn from and work with them to look afte...r these lands and waters for future generations. NAIDOC 2020 invites all Australians to embrace the history of this country a history that dates back thousands of generations. There are many online celebrations taking place, making it even easier for you to get involved: www.naidoc.org.au/get-involved/naidoc-week-events #NAIDOCWeek #NAIDOC2020 #alwayswasalwayswillbe

03.01.2022 As of today our caravan parks are OPEN. Given over 95% of our operating revenue comes from these parks, this is great news for our organisation and for the coast. From this Friday 5 June, in line with easing government restrictions for the tourism industry, our caravan parks will be open to welcome annual site holders, beach house & cabin guests, and caravans and RVs that have ensuite facilties. The safety of our team, our guests and the community is our highest priority. So... - the way we operate the caravan parks has significantly changed. For more info https://bit.ly/2yO8CoO On the Barwon Coast beaches are now open allowing up to 20 people gatherings with social distancing and personal hygiene a high priority. All public toilet blocks and playgrounds are open. Showers, BBQs and drink fountains remain closed. For the full story www.barwoncoast.com.au/covid19

02.01.2022 We are excited .............we have spotted Hooded Plover eggs on the beach between 19W - 20W and 30W - 31W. Next time you visit, you will notice we have placed signage and roped off the areas near the eggs to give these threatened birds much needed space. Being to close to the roped off area can disturb the parents from looking after their precious eggs, therefore we ask that everyone walks as close to the water as possible and ensure dogs are on leads. Thank you for helping us to help these precious birds. Fingers crossed we will have some great news soon.

01.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS Ocean Grove Coastcare 10 years of wonderful care for the local coast deserves much more than a socially isolated virtual pat on the back from us! Thankyou for all you do, we certainly appreciate all your work We look forward to the 10 year events to be held later this year or early next year. Bring on the next 10 years!

01.01.2022 Local group Barwon Estuary Project have released a boardgame. How great is that?! Games are only $10 - a great way for your family to learn about their local environment & support this terrific group.