Recreation
Great Southern Rail Trail now open between Nyora and Leongatha
COUNCIL is pleased to announce that the Great Southern Rail Trail extension between Nyora and Leongatha has been completed. The project increases the total span of the trail from 72 kilometres […]
Prom Coast on show
BRIMMING with artistic talent, the Prom Coast is serviced by an eclectic mix of local galleries, studios and workshops that are a drawcard for both locals and tourists. With just […]
New Kayak, Fishing and Mountain Bike business opens in Foster!
Foster Kayak & Outdoor 50 Main Street, Foster. Call Murray on 0475 473 211 Come in and meet Murray to enquire about a great new range of outdoor activities in the Prom […]
Seasiders want their Way
MEMBERS of Sandy Point Community Group are leading a campaign for an off-road shared trail – for walkers, cyclists and horse riders – between the coastal hamlets of Sandy Point […]
Toora Pool is open!
The covered, heated pool at Toora opens Saturday, September 21 for a 7 month season. Hours: Saturday: 10am – 5pm Sunday: 1pm – 5pm Monday to Friday: 7am – 6pm […]
New genYouth program at Sandy Point
genYOUTH is a brand new program starting in 2013! Our own Gen Y leaders will be organising exciting activities specifically for high school students. Perhaps you used to come to […]
Out and about over Easter
TAKE the time over Easter to explore what’s on in South Gippsland. With music, food, wine, art, markets, garage sales, picnics, processions, sheep dog trials and racing of horses and […]
Southern Prom tracks to open at Easter
PARKS Victoria has pulled out all stops in its flood recovery efforts at Wilsons Promontory National Park. As a result, access to the majority of the popular southern hikes at […]
Tidal River area of Wilsons Prom to re-open September 23!
Just in time for the school holidays, the Tidal River area of Wilsons Promontory National Park will re-open on September 23, 2011. The heavy March rains have sculpted a ‘new’ […]
Wilsons Prom National Park
About Wilsons Prom Wilsons Prom is the southern-most tip of mainland Australia. It is both dramatic and beautiful. Its panoramic views, wild ocean beaches and rugged mountain landscapes make it […]
Walks in Foster
Foster, once a bustling gold mining town known as Stockyard Creek, is one of a few Victorian country towns that have substantial areas of public land within their boundaries. Walking […]
Surfing in South Gippsland
With so many surf beaches to choose from, surfing south gippsland is the way to go. So, whether you’re a beginner or seasoned surfer, you’ll find a beach that is […]
Prom Country delights runners
THE rain mercifully held off until late morning last Sunday, allowing the Prom Country Challenge to go ahead at Toora in cool and blowy but fine conditions. Organisers were delighted […]
Foster Bowl
The bowl is a capsule shape, spine with round bowl. There is also a metal half pipe/vert ramp. If you’re around the Foster area, then drop in – it’s great […]
Swimming pools
Come and enjoy our outdoor heated swimming pool at Reserve Road, Foster. Toora also boasts a headed swimming pool. Click the title for opening times etc
Kayaking
Kayaking enthusiasts flock to Prom Country for calm – and sometimes challenging – recreation. Kayaking can take place in the calm waters of Corner Inlet to the large swells and […]
Windsurfing South Gippsland
Windsurfing South Gippsland at Shallow Inlet – just 25 minutes from Foster – is renowned as a hot spot for wind surfers and is where attempts are made at the world […]
Boat ramp locations
Port Welshpool – 24 hour water access, all tides. A tide board is situated on Fisherman’s Jetty. 3-lane ramp, holding jetty. Toora Beach – Water access restricted by tidal movement […]
Fishing spots
Where to fish The Corner Inlet district is one of this State’s most prolific fishing grounds, with commercial fishing contributing around $5 million annually to the region’s economy. Our healthy […]
Port Franklin nature park
Stroll along the boardwalk and walking track and take in the essence of one of Victoria’s most significant fishing ports. Port Franklin is a small fishing hamlet situated on the meandering Franklin River, with […]
Great Southern Rail Trail
The Great Southern Rail Trail traverses the verdant South Gippsland hills, with dairy farms, wetlands, spectacular views of Wilsons Promontory and Corner Inlet, a wildlife corridor of remnant vegetation providing […]
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