Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre

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Stuck for a gift idea for Valentines Day?Come in and see us and we will help you put together something perfect! We can ...
12/02/2025

Stuck for a gift idea for Valentines Day?
Come in and see us and we will help you put together something perfect!

We can also recommend some amazing florists where you can grab a beautiful bunch for your someone special.

Blondies Blooms (Find her on insta) - Smiths Beach rd, Smiths Beach
flora.maxiflora (insta also) - 1 Samuel Amess Dve, Newhaven
Flowers Of Phillip Island - 71 Thompson Ave, Cowes
Bloem.Phillipisland - 151 Thompson Ave, Cowes.

~If you run or know of another florist, please tag the business below and we will update :)

Did you hear that Australia's top 10 beaches were revealed for 2025 and our gorgeous Cowes Foreshore came in at #10!!!W...
11/02/2025

Did you hear that Australia's top 10 beaches were revealed for 2025 and our gorgeous Cowes Foreshore came in at #10!!!
We may be biased but it is a pretty awesome beach.

Copperhead snakes are the only species of snake found on Phillip Island. Their colouring ranges from coppery brown, ligh...
10/02/2025

Copperhead snakes are the only species of snake found on Phillip Island. Their colouring ranges from coppery brown, light reddish brown to a grey or light brown. They are venomous with no specific anti-venom. If you see a copperhead snake please respect it by leaving it alone.
Over many years, there have been reports of other breeds of snakes on Phillip Island, but experts feel that the copperhead could be mistaken for other breeds because they are very variable in colour.
The Copperhead snake tends to be secretive and prefers to avoid encounters with humans. If cornered a copperhead will hiss loudly, flatten its body and thrash or flick about, but usually without biting. Further provocation will cause the snake to lash out and bite.
Copperheads have hemotoxic venom which means their bite is painful, but it is extremely rare for it to be fatal.
If you do come across a copperhead snake, move away and leave it alone – it is not an aggressive snake.


https://www.visitbasscoast.com.au/experiences/walk-bikes-trails

Can you spot a rip?'How to spot a rip current ~The key signs to look for are:Deeper and/or darker waterFewer breaking wa...
09/02/2025

Can you spot a rip?

'How to spot a rip current ~
The key signs to look for are:

Deeper and/or darker water
Fewer breaking waves
Sandy coloured water extending beyond the surf zone
Debris or seaweed
Significant water movement
Sometimes it can be easier to look for where the waves are breaking consistently, and then look to each side where they don’t break consistently. Those areas are rip currents.

If you’re caught in a rip current, stay calm, conserve your energy and consider these options:
Stay calm
Seek help. Raise your arm and call out. You may be rescued
Float with the current. It may return you to a shallow sandbank
Swim parallel to the beach or towards the breaking waves. You may escape the rip current.'

~information from https://beachsafe.org.au/surf-safety/ripcurrents

“The best way to keep you and your family safe is to only enter the water at patrolled beaches, and always make yourself aware of the conditions. You should plan ahead for your trip to the beach, and downloading the BeachSafe app is the best way to keep track of conditions and patrols. BeachSafe has information in multiple languages, and a range of helpful water safety information.”

Experience the little penguins and the Nobbies boardwalk with Local Way Tours .Your local guide will pick you up from yo...
09/02/2025

Experience the little penguins and the Nobbies boardwalk with Local Way Tours .
Your local guide will pick you up from your accommodation on Phillip Island, giving you first hand insight, history, and local knowledge into the beauty, culture, and vibe of this amazing island.

Book your experience online at https://www.visitbasscoast.com.au/local-way-tours or call us on 1300 366 422 and we can assist.

Overlooking Cat Bay, it was covered in thousands of shells. What do you remember about the 'shell house'?
07/02/2025

Overlooking Cat Bay, it was covered in thousands of shells. What do you remember about the 'shell house'?

Plan a stop on your journey this weekend. Stretch the legs and grab some lunch to break up your drive. The Bass Coast ha...
06/02/2025

Plan a stop on your journey this weekend.
Stretch the legs and grab some lunch to break up your drive.
The Bass Coast has some pretty awesome walks and photo opportunities along the coast, depending on where you are going we can help you plan your stops along the way.

📷Forrest Caves walk - Phillip Island - Phillip Island Information Centre
Download the BeachSafe app to ensure you stay safe on our beaches.
www.beachsafe.org.au

Transport Accident Commission (TAC) Australia.com

06/02/2025

The viewing platform on the Forrest Caves walkway is quite spectacular.

Planning a day trip to Phillip Island this weekend? Or even better a full weekend of fun?Here's a little snippet of some...
05/02/2025

Planning a day trip to Phillip Island this weekend? Or even better a full weekend of fun?
Here's a little snippet of some awesome activities to keep you entertained.

After a little penguin experience? These cute little critters sell out very quickly.
Phillip Island Nature Parks
Penguin Parade
Friday 7th - SOLD OUT
Saturday 8th - Limited Tickets
Sunday 9th - SOLD OUT
Call us to secure your tickets ahead of time - 1300 366 422

After a market to treat yourself?
Saturday 8th
Corinella Market - 9am - 1pm
Cowes Island Craft Market - 9am-2pm
Sunday 9th
Cowes Sunday Market - 9am - 2pm

A little live music more your speed?
The Wooli Tavern
Fri 7th & Sat 8th - Live music from 7:30pm - check venue for details
Westernport-Hotel San Remo
Friday 7th - Mark Howard - 8pm
Sunday 9th - Leigh Sloggett - 5pm
Timour’s Lounge Bar
Live Music all weekend - see venue for details
North Pier Hotel
Sat 8th - The Times - 8pm
The Lost Cowe - Restaurant & Bar, Phillip Island
Fri 7th - Laing Brothers - 7:30pm
Sat 8th - Alysha & Duffy - 7:30pm
Hotel - Phillip Island
Fri 7th - Mojo Jacket - 7pm

There are also some very cool events happening.
Churchill Island is hosting Summer Sessions this Sunday 9th with The Times playing from 12pm.
The Little Penguin Dash and the Cowes Classic are both happening on Sat 8th.
ASPIR presents Fire Sale- framed and unframed works. Sat 8th & Sun 9th 10am-4pm.
And of course we cannot forget the Bass Coast Edible Garden happening on both Saturday and Sunday.

If you need help deciding what to do, come in and see us and we can help organise your whole trip here.
Don't forget your camera and some comfy shoes.

~See you Soon~



www.visitbasscoast.com.au

Love a good art sale? Head to the Creative Arts Station at 119 Settlement rd, Cowes this weekend. 10am - 4pm.
05/02/2025

Love a good art sale? Head to the Creative Arts Station at 119 Settlement rd, Cowes this weekend. 10am - 4pm.

Of all the walks in Bass Coast, which is your favourite?The George Bass Walk (pictured) has some pretty spectacular view...
04/02/2025

Of all the walks in Bass Coast, which is your favourite?

The George Bass Walk (pictured) has some pretty spectacular views.
Not sure I can pin point a favourite though.

Transport Accident Commission (TAC)

Do you have a favourite spot to photograph on Phillip Island? The best excuse for a pause when having a drive day, is fi...
04/02/2025

Do you have a favourite spot to photograph on Phillip Island?
The best excuse for a pause when having a drive day, is finding gorgeous locations to take a quick photo.

📷 YCW from rockpools to pyramid rock - Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre

Transport Accident Commission (TAC)

Hey there! Did you know there is a guide with Pup friendly places you can visit on Phillip Island?https://issuu.com/piin...
02/02/2025

Hey there!
Did you know there is a guide with Pup friendly places you can visit on Phillip Island?
https://issuu.com/piinfo/docs/travelling_with_dogs_1_
Or if you would love a paper copy, pop in and see the amazing people at the Information centre and they can give you a hard copy.

Plan your visit with your four-legged friend from accomodation to dinner, even find a pet sitter so you can visit the penguins.

Transport Accident Commission (TAC)

"The Killara, a double-ended vehicular steamer often referred to as a ‘horse ferry’owing to its colonial legacy, was con...
01/02/2025

"The Killara, a double-ended vehicular steamer often referred to as a ‘horse ferry’
owing to its colonial legacy, was constructed in Sydney for the sum of £15,561 by Sydney Ferries Limited. Apart from accommodating 38 cars on the main deck, the vessel also had space for 500 passengers on the upper deck.
On the morning of March 22, 1933, the Killara made her highly anticipated arrival at Cowes after a turbulent journey from Sydney. She was set to serve the Cowes-Stony Point route. However, due to incomplete modifications to the docks, the cars had
to be hoisted onto the vessel for the initial few weeks.
In 1940, the opening of the Phillip Island - San Remo bridge marked the beginning of the end for the island’s loyal vehicular ferries. The Killara soldiered on for four more
years before being auctioned in Maribyrnong. Her final chapter saw her dismantled in Devonport, Tasmania, cut in half to be ‘reborn’ as two 500-ton cargo vessels built from her hull, drawing to an end the era of car ferries in Westernport."

Story exerts and Killara image from Phillip Island & District Historical Society athttps://phillipislandhistory.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Killara-Story.pdf



📷 Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre Cowes Jetty

Hello there!We are hooded plovers (the tiny ones), you may see us around the beaches of Phillip Island. At the moment we...
31/01/2025

Hello there!
We are hooded plovers (the tiny ones), you may see us around the beaches of Phillip Island. At the moment we are nesting so you may notice some spaces on your favourite beach have signs up to let you know that we are around. Please keep watch for us and give us some space, also make sure your puppy dogs are on lead when visiting our beaches so they don't accidentally trample our babies.

You can reach out to Phillip Island Nature Parks if you have any questions about us.

Safe travels this weekend. If you are coming to Phillip Island from the amazing Visit 12 Apostles or from the picturesqu...
31/01/2025

Safe travels this weekend. If you are coming to Phillip Island from the amazing Visit 12 Apostles or from the picturesque Wilsons Prom, please stop along your journey to take a break. When you arrive we can help you make the most out of your visit.

Patrolled beaches this weekend:
Woolamai Beach, Smiths Beach, and Cowes Foreshore are patrolled this weekend from 10am - 6pm.

Transport Accident Commission (TAC)

After something to do Saturday night?Head down to Clay & Co Phillip Island to sip on delicious wines, listen to music by...
31/01/2025

After something to do Saturday night?
Head down to Clay & Co Phillip Island to sip on delicious wines, listen to music by Daisy Spratt and yummy grazing platters.
Kids activties available as well :D.
Saturday February 1st
From 5pm - 8pm

Clay & Co
4 Shorland Way
Cowes

See their page for all the juicy details :)

Address

895 Phillip Island Road
Newhaven, VIC
3925

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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Stunning views
Stunning views

The viewing platform on the Forrest Caves walkway is quite spectacular. #experiencebasscoast #phillipisland #forrestcaves #walks #trails #sunshine #views #beaches #beachsafe

Views for days.

Always look for the flags when wanting to swim at our beaches. Smiths beach is patrolled from 10am-6pm until the 16th February.

Low tides feels. #phillipisland #basscoast

Pause Stop these holidays
Pause Stop these holidays

Hitting the road these school holidays? Stop by the Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre. Open 9am-5pm, 7 days a week this January. Remember to take a break every two hours and switch drivers when possible. We can offer detailed maps and recommendations for places to stop. It might save your life. Transport Accident Commission (TAC)

Local Artist of the Month Kraft-Tree With a range of unique craft for sale including earrings, pendants, make-up brushes, pens, bracelets, hairclips and keyrings. #localartist #earrings #Pendants #phillipisland #bracelet #hairclips #keyrings

Woolamai Beach SLSC has a great kiosk to grab a quick treat before exploring the beach.

Chilled vibes and delicious coffee. Newhavens The Seaside Provider with cove boutique.

Checking out the Colonnades in our woolamai hoodie 😜. Souvie Tees have some pretty awesome tees and hoodies all locally produced here on Phillip Island.

Another amazing local artist display!

It's time..
It's time..

Our gorgeous native wildlife tree decorations are flying out the door. Make sure you come in and grab yours from Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre 895 Phillip Island Rd, Newhaven. ~See you Soon~ #christmas #christmastree #itstime #echidna #kookaburra #penguin #koala #driftwood #pelican #wombat #phillipisland #basscoast

Long Weekend Vibes
Long Weekend Vibes

Take a break this long weekend, slow down and enjoy the vibes. Pengy loves taking a break whilst enjoying all that we have to offer around the Bass Coast region. Transport Accident Commission (TAC) #TACPausestop #takeabreak #haveabreak #pause #howstheserenity #phillipisland #basscoast #inspirationhub #beachvibes #longweekend

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