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The Shipwreck coast – sailing era passengers’ experiences

By tony On May 14, 2013 · Add Comment · In Cape Otway, Great Ocean Road
After the Second World War Australia embraced immigration to both repopulate and protect the country in the future.  People arrived mainly from Europe, with a particular focus on the United Kingdom.  Growing up in the 1950’s and 60’s we were always hearing stories about voyages from Europe to Melbourne. These stories were also common when [...]
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The Shipwreck Coast

By admin On May 13, 2013 · Add Comment · In Cape Otway, Great Ocean Road
The South-Western Victoria coastline is a heavenly place in good weather but when it turns rough, this area can just as quickly turn hellish and nasty for anyone, but especially for mariners. This is why it is known as “The Shipwreck Coast”. There is a possibility that along this Victorian coast at least 700 ships [...]
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Cape Otway Lightstation

By tony On March 1, 2012 · Add Comment · In Cape Otway
The lighthouse was built in the 1850's in response to significant loss of life in shipwrecks along the southern coast. Climbing to the light deck provides a panoramic view of ocean and coast, and there are nearby walks along the coast. The light station is open from 9am to 5pm every day and there is a cafe serving snacks and meals all day.
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Maits Rest

By tony On December 9, 2011 · Add Comment · In Cape Otway, Great Ocean Road
Maits Rest is about 15 minutes drive from Apollo Bay. It is a 30 minute walk along mixture of board walk and gravel paths along a valley floor in part of the ancient rainforest. Giant myrtle beeches rise through the mists and create a canopy for the amazing array of tree ferns and moss on the forest floor.
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