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Port Fairy is an historic town boasting all the charm and character
of yesteryear. Enjoy the talents of local artists, speciality
shopping, award winning restaurants, 18 hole links golf course,
beautiful beaches and much more !
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Port Fairy
Golf Club is a beautiful 18 hole course set on the
oceans edge. The greens and fairways are as picturesque as the ocean
views beside. Enjoy a cool drink in the club house overlooking the
course as you chat about your best drive of the day! Speak to Luke
at the pro shop for tee off times or bookings. Phone (03) 55 68 2866.
Open Daily.
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Griffiths
Island Mutton bird rookery is another enjoyable
walk. On dusk enjoy the mystery of the mutton bird as it flys into
nest. Every year around September the mutton bird arrives for nesting
and stay until April when the adult birds commence their pacific migration.
The younger chicks set off after the adults and manage to find their
way. Viewing platforms have been built so you can safely watch. The
lighthouse is also a feature of Giffiths Island.
Giffiths
Island Lighthouse: Lighthouses of Australia
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Port Fairy
Tales-Nostalgic Tours Enjoy living history with
tasty cuisine in a 1934 Ford. Sit back and relax and enjoy watching
life go by as you tour around Port Fairy and surrounding districts.
Relax as the chauffeur/story teller tells great tales of yesteryear
- stop for a Devonshire Tea or perhaps a meal - all part of this wonderful
experience.
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Learn
to Surf Classes conducted by qualified coaches of
Easyrider Surf School: Winners of the Tourism Award. Safe, Simple
and Fun for all ages 6 to 60 yrs old. 2 hour surf sessions with soft
foam surfboards, full-length Billabong wetsuits & sunscreen provided.
Warrnambool, Port Fairy & Portland classes available for individual,
family and group bookings : operating all year!
Phone for bookings on ph: 5560 5646 or 0418 328 747
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A
Leisurely walk in one of Victoria's earliest settlements
enables you to look, touch, feel and experience the history of Port
Fairy. Many original historic buildings are still standing and it's
all here for you to enjoy. Visit our history centre and then just
walk the afternoon away through Port Fairy's heritage, stopping to
admire lovely cottages and cottage gardens. Feel the experience of
Victoria's early settlers as you stroll through yesteryear.
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Port Fairy
has many beautiful beaches. Enjoy a stroll down
the beach listening to the waves crashing into shore. A great way
to unwind ...
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River Side
BBQ and Childrens Play Ground in the perfect setting
by the river. Enjoy the aroma of sausages sizzling on the BBQ as you
try to catch a fish in the river beside. Brilliantly coloured play
grounds close by which the children will love. Fly a Kite, relax on
a rug it's all here for you to enjoy.
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Enjoy
a leisurely walk along the wharf and
select some fresh fish or crays for your evening meal. View the lovely
cottages and homes built along the river and admire the boats and
yachts berthed beside you. Call in and see the Port Fairy historic
life boat that has been restored.
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Great
Ocean Horse Trials: Ride
up the beach for kms and enjoy the views and sea air rushing through
your hair as you enjoy the morning of afternoon sun. For bookings
Phone/Fax (03) 55 624 874 |
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Boat cruises
are available to see
yet another perspective, Port Fairy from the bay. Bay cruises, functions,
Lady Julia Percy Island and Fishing tours can all be arranged. The
boats leave daily from the wharf.
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Fly a kite
in the park or hire a bike for a relaxing ride around
town in the afternoon sun. An enjoyable activity that everyone can
enjoy. A bike ride around town is a great way to view the history
and cottages and enjoy and afternoon ice-cream or coffee and many
of the cafes or ice-cream shops.
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Tower
Hill State Game Reserve is
only 14km from Port Fairy. Tower Hill is Victoria's First National
Park and has many lovely walking tracks and great spots for a BBQ
or Picnic. Enjoy all the facilities Tower Hill has to ofter and the
native wild life is a special bonus we have in store for you.
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The Crags
is only 12km from Port Fairy. The Crags provides
panoramic views along Port Fairy's sweeping coastline and views to
Julia Percy Island. This is a very rugged stretch of coastline and
a contrast from the swimming beaches and bays in Port Fairy.
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The Yambuk Lake and Yambuk Hotel are only 16km west from
Port Fairy. Enjoy a picnic by picturesque lakes and enjoy a relaxing
stroll along the beach. The Yambuk Hotel also provides a traditional
country counter meal with all the great country flavors. |
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Koroit
is a small historic town 18km northeast from Port Fairy. Enjoy a leisurely
stroll through the beautiful Koroit gardens or wander down town through
historic buildings. A small town with beautiful history. The Koroit
music festival is held each year in April and provides a great variety
of music for all to enjoy. |
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My Port Fairy
Port Fairy's Gateway web site. Everything you wanted to know about
our town including speciality shopping and where to dine out.
www.myportfairy.com
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