The wild coast

One of the most dramatic stretches of coastline in Australia draws conference groups from around Australia. Accessed from Melbourne, the Great Ocean Road is well suited to self-driving expeditions
with numerous towns boasting excellent corporate meeting facilities.

The Bellarine Peninsula skirts west Port Phillip Bay, encompassing a number of historic coastal towns. Geelong, Victoria's second largest city, is situated on Corio Bay. A recent $150 million transformation of the waterfront has created a major dining and entertainment precinct.

The Great Ocean Road begins at Torquay and continues for some 300 kilometres to Nelson, near the South Australian border. Lorne is considered one of Victoria's most attractive coastal towns.

The dramatic scenery of the Great Ocean Road, which was constructed between 1918 and 1932, makes for an inspiring motoring experience. Such cities and towns as Port Campbell, Warrnambool, Port Fairy and Portland are scattered along the coast. The range of activities offered along the coast includes bushwalking, surfing and fishing.

Surfing is a popular pastime in this part of the world and Torquay is often regarded as the surfing capital of Australia. Australia's most comprehensive Surfworld Museum is located in Torquay.

The Great Ocean Road hugs the Shipwreck Coast, a treacherous stretch responsible for the demise of more than 160 ships. At Warrnambool, Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village recreates life in a sea port during the 19th century.

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