Presented by Bioglan
Bells Beach/Djarrak, Bells Beach, Bells Beach
Watch the world’s best longboarders in action! The 2026 Bioglan Bells Beach Longboard Classic will be the second stop on the WSL Longboard Tour, from December 2 to 6. This action-packed event will showcase top-tier longboarders battling it out at a location that has been hosting professional surfing events for over sixty years and is the…
Surf Coast Women in Business and Great Ocean Road Brewing are bringing the WHOLE Surf Coast business community together for one big end-of-year celebration at Torquay Taphouse! Whether you’re a sole trader, a small business, part of a bigger team or simply someone who loves our local business community, this is for YOU! Here’s what’s…
Presented by Powercor
Lorne Surf Life Saving Club, Mountjoy Parade, Lorne
It’s time to lace up those running shoes! The Powercor Lorne Mountain to Surf Run is back! The 8km course begins in Lorne taking participants along the iconic Great Ocean Road through the lush Otway Forest ranges and along the St George River Track. The route then returns to Lorne passing the famous Lorne Pier…
Presented by Powercor
Lorne Surf Life Saving Club, Mountjoy Parade, Lorne
Get ready to make a splash! The Powercor Lorne Pier to Pub returns for its 47th year. Organised by the Lorne Surf Life Saving Club and its volunteers, this is the major fundraiser for the club and its programs. Join the 1.2 kilometre open-water swim from the historic Lorne Pier to the finish at the…
Surf Coast Shire
The megastars of UCI WorldTour Cycling return to the Surf Coast as part of the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. Held in the lead-up to the elite weekend, the Women’s Surf Coast Classic sets the tone for an unforgettable week of racing. Starting and ending in Torquay, the UCI ProSeries race features rolling terrain,…
Experience the energy, excitement and coastal beauty of the Mapei Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race in 2027! Set against Victoria’s stunning Surf Coast and Geelong region, this five-day festival of cycling brings together world-class racing and unforgettable community experiences. The action kicks off with the Surf Coast Classic, leading into the elite women’s and…
Surf Coast Shire
Held mid-week, the Men’s Surf Coast Classic is a UCI ProSeries fast-paced race from Lorne to Torquay, offering a mix of coastal beauty and tactical racing. In 2025, Tobias Lund Andresen took the win in a thrilling sprint finish. The route includes a challenging inland climb and a high-speed run into Torquay, making it a…
The Great Ocean Road Running Festival, presented by Melrose, is held in a beautiful and unique area of Victoria, Australia on the Southern Ocean. Each year the event attracts many athletes from around the world, all eager to participate in this challenging and pristine environment. With eight distances to choose from, 60km to 1.5km, roads…
Catering to cyclists of all abilities, Amy’s Great Ocean Road Gran Fondo is held on fully closed roads in one of the most picturesque destinations on the planet – the Great Ocean Road. 122km Amy’s Gran Fondo 45km Medio Fondo 90km ‘out and back’ Medio Fondo 3km Family Ride Amy’s Great Ocean Road Gran Fondo…
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Lorne Visitor Information Centre 15 Mountjoy Parade – Phone: 1300 891 152
Torquay Visitor Information Centre Surf City Plaza – Beach Road – Phone: 1300 614 219
Address: 1 Merrijig Drive, Torquay
Hours: 8.30am – 5pm (Mon–Fri)
Phone: (03) 5261 0600 or 1300 610 600
Postal Address: PO Box 350, Torquay, 3228