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10/01/2025

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24/12/2024

Fire Danger Update

Port Campbell National Park, Twelve Apostles, Great Ocean Walk and Great Otway National Park



A reminder to all travelling to these locations to keep up to date with forecast Fire Danger Ratings and potential closures particularly over the Christmas holiday period. These parks are within the South West and Central districts, the declaration of a Catastrophic fire danger rating will trigger the closure of all parks.



Port Campbell National Park – Twelve Apostles
Great Ocean Walk
Great Otway National Park

Aire Crossing Campground IS CLOSED.

In the interest of Public Safety this site is not accessible from 24 DEC 2024 through to 27 DEC 2024.

Gated track closures are in place at :

• Youngs Creek Track
• Aire Crossing Track
• Halls Ridge Track

Authorised Officers from Parks Victoria and the Conservation Regulator patrol this area. National Park Regulations 2024 apply



Remember to check Parks Victoria’s website before travelling to ensure the park you are travelling to is open. For further information on CFA Total Fire Bans and ratings click here

Stay up to Date: Download the VicEmergency App to access community information and warning for all types of emergencies. Set up a user profile and watch zones to ensure you receive official warnings and information for areas that interest you. The GPS integration determines your current location** and surrounding incidents.

Check before you go:

· Parks Victoria’s website for change of conditions on specific park pages to ensure the park you are visiting or destination you are travelling to if open.
· The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) for weather conditions and warnings.
· Road Closures using Vic Roads – Traffic website
· Know the new Fire Danger Ratings
· Leave early – firs can start and spread quickly in some conditions and the safest thing to do is leave.
· Business Victoria – plan and prepare guide for businesses
· Monitor the fire and weather situation through ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community radio stations, or Sky News TV, www.emergency.vic.gov.au and www.bom.gov.au.

Bushfire preparedness and safety is the responsibility of all Victorians. By taking the time to plan and prepare, you can reduce your risk and help keep you and your visitors safe. For further information please visit https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/before-and-during-a-fire/leave-early/staying-safe-when-you-travel



Conditions in parks can change quickly. Please always check Parks Victoria’s website www.parks.vic.gov.au and the change of conditions and closures page before visiting parks.

Parks Victoria serves to protect our state’s natural and cultural heritage on behalf of all Victorians. Together with Traditional Owners and the community, we care for Country and value environmental conservation combined with an accessible and sustainable visitor experience that encourages curren...

29/11/2024

Explore the Great Ocean Walk with ease using our convenient transport services! We provide pick-up and drop-off, flexible schedules, and comfortable rides. Book now and focus on enjoying your adventure! 🌊 phone 📞 0438407777

13/11/2024

Attention foodies, music lovers and anyone looking for a great time!

Tickets are on sale now for the first ever Graze the Day, showcasing the region’s finest artisan producers, creators and talent at the Timboon Amphitheatre on Saturday, 23 November 2024 from 11 am to 5 pm.

Artisan stalls will serve up a huge array of food, wine, beer, whiskey and gin offerings by regional producers.

The day also includes kids’ activities, producer demonstrations, meet the maker sessions and a Celebration of Country, plus much more!

Book now at events.humanitix.com/graze-the-day

09/10/2024

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08/10/2024

Park Update
Great Ocean Walk
Parks Victoria are aware of reports of new gale/wind storm damage on the Great Ocean Walk (GOW) between Devils Kitchen and the Twelve Apostles. Trees and wind-blown vegetation obstacles are being assessed and will be treated by crews when safe to do so. A section > 1.5kms from Devils Kitchen to the Twelve Apostles on the GOW has been impacted by a recent storm and is “challenging to get through.” Extra time and precautions should be taken in this area. If the area is assessed as unsafe by Parks Victoria rangers; a closure may need to be implemented at short notice.

Parks Victoria would also like to advise that a permitted event is scheduled to take place on Saturday 26 October 2024. The event is subject to weather conditions and the Gow being fully open. The event is not anticipated to impact GOW campers. Event participants are to giveway to hikers for more information visit https://greatoceanultra.com/

Conditions in parks can change quickly. Please always check Parks Victoria’s website www.parks.vic.gov.au and the change of conditions and closures page before visiting parks.
Please ensure all relevant staff and volunteers are notified as to the contents of this email.

Parks Victoria serves to protect our state’s natural and cultural heritage on behalf of all Victorians. Together with Traditional Owners and the community, we care for Country and value environmental conservation combined with an accessible and sustainable visitor experience that encourages curren...

07/09/2024

Congratulations to the Geelong 93.9 BayFM Backyard Getaway Competition winner - Kylie. We look forward to welcoming you to Port Campbell soon.

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06/09/2024

05/09/2024

🌬️Prepare for damaging winds

Make sure you are prepared for strong north to northwesterly winds across Victoria, increasing tonight ahead of a cold front which is expected to cross the State from the west on Friday.

🪵 Stay alert for falling trees impacted by winds earlier in the week.

🪑 Ensure loose items, such as outdoor furniture and trampolines, are safely secured.

Follow VicEmergency, download the VicEmergency app and check www.bom.gov.au/ for up-to-date warnings and advice messaging.

Call 132 500 for VICSES assistance.

05/09/2024

Park Update

Great Ocean Walk & Great Otway National Park

The Great Ocean Walk has been impacted by severe weather which has resulted in the need to close sections of the park for public safety.



Parks Victoria would like to inform you of the temporary closures to the Great Ocean Walk & Great Otway National Park.

Great Ocean Walk temporarily closed at Gellibrand River

Due to river inundation Great Ocean Walk is impassable at Gellibrand River, Princetown.
Hikers are advised not to proceed west from Devil's Kitchen campground.
Vehicle pick up advised from Gables Lookout/Wreck Beach off Moonlight Head road


Great Ocean Walk temporarily closed between Cape Otway and Johanna Beach

· The Great Ocean Walk is closed between Cape Otway and Johanna Beach due to flood damage.

· The GOW hike-in campgrounds at Aire River, Johanna Beach, Devils Kitchen and Ryans Den are also closed.

· Parks Victoria rangers are assessing the situation and will reopen the track as soon as it is safe to do so.

Aire River West Campground temporarily closed

· The Aire River West Campground is closed until 12 September due to flooding.

· The closure also applies to the Great Ocean Walk walk-in campground.

· The Great Ocean Walk is also closed between Cape Otway and Johanna Beach until further notice.

Aire River East and Aire River West Campgrounds temporary closed

· Sites 17 to 40 at Aire River West campground are closed.

· All sites at Aire River East are closed.

· Sites 1 to 16 at Aire River West are open.

· Conditions are expected to improve into late October 2024.

Maits Rest temporarily closed

Maits Rest is closed for all access until further notice
Due to heavy timber tree fall and associated ongoing tree risk, the area will remain closed


Triplet Falls and Little Aire Falls temporarily closed

Triplet Falls and Little Aire Falls is closed for all access until further notice
Due to heavy timber tree fall and associated ongoing tree risk, the area will remain closed


Canyon Walking Track temporarily closed

Canyon Walking track has sustained damage to the pedestrian bridge.
The walking track will be closed until maintenance works can be undertaken

04/09/2024

INCIDENT - Great Ocean Road reopened

UPDATE 1.45pm, 5 September

The Great Ocean Road, Princetown has reopened, following earlier flooding.

As the water is subsiding, speeds have been reduced to 40km/h through the impacted area.

Please follow the direction of signage and traffic management in the area, drive to the conditions, and never drive through floodwater.

Thanks for your patience.

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Earlier

The Great Ocean Road, Princetown is closed in both directions between Princetown Road and Colac-Lavers Hill Road, due to flooding.

Detour using Colac-Lavers Hill Road to the Princes Highway, Colac, then Timboon-Colac Road, Lavers Hill-Cobden Road and Princetown Road, allowing up to two and a half hours extra travel time.

The Great Ocean Road will open as soon as it is safe to do so.

04/09/2024

Due to severe weather activity many parks, piers and waterway closures are now in place across the state for public safety.

There is an elevated risk of falling trees or branches, unstable ground, significant wave heights, king tides, damaging winds and flash flooding.

Please follow the advice from VicEmergency and Victoria State Emergency Service, obey road closures and do not go into closed parks, piers and waterways.

The full extent of damage isn’t yet known and it may take some time to fully understand the scale of impact. Once safe, we will be working hard to undertake hazard assessments and restore safe access for visitors. In the meantime, we ask for your patience and please be extra careful over the coming days.

Before you visit a park, always check www.parks.vic.gov.au to ensure the park you want to visit is open and safe. To look up specific park closures, use the search field, and enter the park name to find the park you are looking for. If a park is closed or has safety issues, a red or orange tab will appear at the top of the park webpage. Click the tab to find out further details.

27/08/2024

Thanks to our amazing colleagues and clients who helped to make our annual holiday happen . Love you all Lindon and Sandra

17/08/2024

Why not finish off your day with a helicopter ride over the 12 Apostles..