Apollo Bay Calendar
2024 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
JANUARY 2024 | |
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MONSTER BOOK SALE Books, Cakes, Sausages. |
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Southern Blast @ Wye River SLSC Film screening of the Surfrider Foundation's 'Southern Blast'. This incredible film is a cinematic celebration of the wild landscapes, abundant marine ecosystems, and local communities that call the Southern Ocean coastlines home. Featuring footage shot on location in Lutruwita (Tasmania), the film connects with local personalities: from surfers to crayfishers, sustainable ocean businesses, and Traditional Custodians - it covers the unique and diverse communities that co-exist alongside marine life and wild landscapes. Southern Blast is a powerful look into the relatively untouched charm of Lutruwita (Tasmania) and the threat posed by a looming fossil fuel industry. The night will also include guest speakers and a Q&A, as well as some nibble food. |
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Southern Blast @ Apollo Bay Community Hall, 4 Whelan St Film screening of the Surfrider Foundation's 'Southern Blast'. This incredible film is a cinematic celebration of the wild landscapes, abundant marine ecosystems, and local communities that call the Southern Ocean coastlines home. Featuring footage shot on location in Lutruwita (Tasmania), the film connects with local personalities: from surfers to crayfishers, sustainable ocean businesses, and Traditional Custodians - it covers the unique and diverse communities that co-exist alongside marine life and wild landscapes. Southern Blast is a powerful look into the relatively untouched charm of Lutruwita (Tasmania) and the threat posed by a looming fossil fuel industry. The night will also include guest speakers and a Q&A, as well as some nibble food. |
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The Big Bay Bush Dance @ Apollo Bay Mechanics Hall Fundraiser for the Mechanics Hall. Live music and dance calling featuring Bushwahzee and friends. Doors open 6.30 - music & dancing 7.30. Bring picnic snacks. Beer & wine available - no byo alcohol. Tickets available at the door or from the Mech Hall website. Adults $30, Concession $20, Under 15yo FREE (accompanied by an adult). |
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Sun. 21st |
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Take a guided walk with Historical Society members around the final resting places of some of Apollo Bay's pioneers. Hear stories of their hardship and determination. Wear sturdy shoes and suitable attire for the variable weather. Book online here or call 0419 891 685 - $25pp Limited places. |
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FEBRUARY 2024 | |
Sun. 18th |
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Apollo Bay Discussion Group @ the SS Casino Room, Apollo Bay Hotel Guest Speaker - Jill Giese At our last Discussion Group, we were introduced to the people of Melanesia and their music. This month we journey to 19th century Victoria, a place with the highest rates of insanity in the world at that time! Join award-winning author and psychologist, Jill Giese, to time travel back to a remarkable chapter in our history – the world of Victoria’s early lunatic asylums. Immerse yourself in the 1800s when our growing colony grappled with massive numbers of mentally ill people and embarked on a revolutionary treatment to cure many of them. Jill Giese is a Melbourne-based writer and psychologist with an extensive career in mental health that encompassed many years of clinical practice and executive roles in policy and advocacy. Her book illuminating the world of Victoria’s early lunatic asylums, The Maddest Place on Earth, won the Victorian Premier’s History Award in 2018. This will be a wonderful opportunity to hear Jill talk about her research and how she went about translating her findings into a fascinating book. Date - Thursday 22nd Februar Please book your seats before Sunday 18th February by Entry is free but we invite attendees to make a donation. Every dollar raised at Discussion Group will be directed to families and individuals in Afghanistan who are being supported by ABRAR (Apollo Bay Rural Australians for Refugees). |
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Wed. 28th |
Colac Otway Shire Council Meeting The meetings will be livestreamed to the public via Council’s You Tube channel (search Colac Otway Shire Council at www.youtube.com). Council meetings are open to the public and interested people are welcome to attend. |
MARCH 2024 | |
Fri. 1st |
Women in Conversation Breakfast We invite you to join the women of the Conservation Ecology Centre as we mark International Women's Day and celebrate the women of the Otways (and beyond) who are making a difference to the ecosystems that sustain us. Friday 1st March, 2024 7.30am to 10am Connect over coffee and a great local breakfast with a roomful of fabulous women all doing their bit for the environment and conservation. We'll be live-streaming Bush Heritage & Trust For Nature's Women in Conservation event in Melbourne and we hope to provide you with a morning of inspiration and networking. The event will commence with a welcome by CEO Lizzie Corke OAM, who'll then introduce you to two new women in the Conservation Ecology Centre team: Dr. Kay Welz and Dr. Claire Feniuk. You'll hear what brought Kay and Claire to the Otways, the conservation projects they're excited about, and women leaders who have shaped or inspired their journeys. Then take time for some conversations around the table as you enjoy your local breakfast by the Wildlife Wonders team. After breakfast, our (virtual) keynote speaker is Anna Rose, CEO of Environmental Leadership Australia. In the face of accelerating climate change and nature loss, our communication and leadership styles must evolve. Anna will share unique insights from over two decades as a leader in conservation on how we can move beyond divisions to create a more bipartisan approach, with examples of unusual alliances leading to lasting impact. Places are limited for this celebratory breakfast, please book yours here. We do hope you can join us for this celebratory breakfast! Warmly, Andrea, Lizzie and the Conservation Ecology Centre team. |
FREE Phytophthora cinnamomi Hygiene Training Help protect the Otways. Date: Saturday 2nd March 2024 Please join the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority for an information & training session on Phytophthora cinnamomi hygiene and management (also known as dieback disease or cinnamon fungus). Learn how to prevent the spread of this devastating disease to your gardens or bushland. Bring a notebook and weather appropriate clothing for an optional walk though Phytophthora impacted heathlands. RSVP |
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Vintage Fashion Parade @ Apollo Bay Community Hall An entertaining and informative afternoon of vintage fashion, featuring clothes from the 1930's through to the 1980's. The collection will be sourced from both Apollo Bay residents and the museum collection. A museum fun......draiser! Tickets: $30. Book here. |
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Apollo Bay & District Agricultural Show Admire the horses and their riders as they compete for Best in Show, watch the highly anticipated dog jump, the speed knitting and find out who has risen victorious in the always hotly contested Industrial Hall classes. Free hearing checks on-site with Hearing Australia (no bookings necessary) and plenty of entertainment for the whole family! |
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Sun. 17th |
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Apollo Bay Coastal Projects Open Days Join us for the second series of Apollo Bay Coastal Projects Open Days. The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority is excited to announce its second series of Coastal Projects Open Days in Apollo Bay on Friday 22 and Saturday 23 March. This two-day event, hosted at the Apollo Bay Fishermen’s Co-operative, promises to be a fantastic opportunity for community members to connect with our team and learn more about a range of active projects that are underway in the Apollo Bay area. We'll be at the Apollo Fishermen’s Co-operative from 2-6pm on Friday 22 March and 10am–1pm on Saturday 23 March and community members are encouraged to drop-in anytime. Our team will be on hand to answer your questions and chat about a variety of projects including:
Representatives from the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action will also be present to speak to projects we’re working on together to deliver. Light refreshments will be available. To register for the event, please head to our Have Your Say website. Apollo Bay Coastal Projects Open Day | Your Great Ocean Road (greatoceanroadauthority.vic.gov.au). |
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Come together in celebration of our town, our people, and the simple joy of swimming. Join us on March 23rd as we celebrate the freedom of the outdoors at Apollo Bay. Our pristine piece of ocean will come alive as hundreds of swimmers take to the water to Storm the Bay! |
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Wed. 27th |
Colac Otway Shire Council Meeting The meetings will be livestreamed to the public via Council’s You Tube channel (search Colac Otway Shire Council at www.youtube.com). Council meetings are open to the public and interested people are welcome to attend. |
Apollo Bay Art Show @ 4 Whelan St & Online Opening Good Friday, the Apollo Bay Art Show will run from the 29th March to 6th of April 2024. 10am to 4pm daily and online. |
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APRIL 2024 | |
Fri. 29th Mar |
Apollo Bay Art Show @ 4 Whelan St & Online Opening Good Friday, the Apollo Bay Art Show will run from the 29th March to 6th of April 2024. 10am to 4pm daily and online. |
Sun. 21st |
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Wed. 24th |
Colac Otway Shire Council Meeting The meetings will be livestreamed to the public via Council’s You Tube channel (search Colac Otway Shire Council at www.youtube.com). Council meetings are open to the public and interested people are welcome to attend. |
MAY 2024 | |
Great Ocean Road Running Festival Formerly known as the Great Ocean Road Marathon, the event has grown to allow runners of all ages and fitness levels to participate in events ranging from the 1.5km Kid’s Gallop all the way up to the 60km Ultra Marathon. In order to make the event an even better weekend away for runners and their support crew, be it family or friends, we’re bringing you even more things to do in Apollo Bay & Lorne than ever before. The spectacular setting of the iconic Great Ocean Road makes the Great Ocean Road Running Festival a must-do for your running checklist. Whether you’re travelling from regional Victoria, interstate or from around the world, this Festival based in Apollo Bay & Lorne is a great destination for a running weekend away. Participants rave about the friendly, local feel of the event, with many coming back year after year. If you’re looking for your next big challenge, this is it. Fundraise for the Apollo Bay & District Health Foundation while you enjoy your run. Please note that some roads will be closed around Apollo Bay on Saturday and the Great Ocean Road will be closed on Sunday. See the GORRF website for further information. |
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Sun. 19th |
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Wed. 22nd |
Colac Otway Shire Council Meeting The meetings will be livestreamed to the public via Council’s You Tube channel (search Colac Otway Shire Council at www.youtube.com). Council meetings are open to the public and interested people are welcome to attend. |
JUNE 2024 | |
Sun. 16th |
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Wed. 26th |
Colac Otway Shire Council Meeting The meetings will be livestreamed to the public via Council’s You Tube channel (search Colac Otway Shire Council at www.youtube.com). Council meetings are open to the public and interested people are welcome to attend. |
JULY 2024 | |
Sun. 21st |
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Wed. 24th |
Colac Otway Shire Council Meeting The meetings will be livestreamed to the public via Council’s You Tube channel (search Colac Otway Shire Council at www.youtube.com). Council meetings are open to the public and interested people are welcome to attend. |
AUGUST 2024 | |
Sun. 18th |
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Wed. 28th |
Colac Otway Shire Council Meeting The meetings will be livestreamed to the public via Council’s You Tube channel (search Colac Otway Shire Council at www.youtube.com). Council meetings are open to the public and interested people are welcome to attend. |
SEPTEMBER 2024 | |
Sun. 15th |
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Wed. 18th |
Colac Otway Shire Council Meeting The meetings will be livestreamed to the public via Council’s You Tube channel (search Colac Otway Shire Council at www.youtube.com). Council meetings are open to the public and interested people are welcome to attend. |
OCTOBER 2024 | |
Sun. 20th |
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NOVEMBER 2024 | |
Sun. 17th |
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Wed. 27th |
Colac Otway Shire Council Meeting The meetings will be livestreamed to the public via Council’s You Tube channel (search Colac Otway Shire Council at www.youtube.com). Council meetings are open to the public and interested people are welcome to attend. |
DECEMBER 2024 | |
Wed. 11th |
Colac Otway Shire Council Meeting The meetings will be livestreamed to the public via Council’s You Tube channel (search Colac Otway Shire Council at www.youtube.com). Council meetings are open to the public and interested people are welcome to attend. |
Sun. 15th |