Discover the fascinating history of the Bells trophy at the ANSM. Explore the origins of the trophy and how the idea of using a brass bell came about, the history of the place, as well as stories from the trophy makers themselves. With more than a dozen of these iconic trophies on display, you will…

With a career spanning four decades, Linda Judge has established herself as a distinctive voice in Australian contemporary sculpture. A VCA graduate with a Masters from RMIT, Linda divides her time between Melbourne and the Surf Coast, where landscape, place and material continue to inform her practice. With more than twenty solo exhibitions and countless…

Sketch and Scribe Fest is the fun festival that connects you with children’s publishers. Designed for children’s writers and illustrators of all levels – beginner scribblers to published authors/illustrators – wanting to connect and learn from publishers and award-winning experts. There are many development opportunities for writers and artists wanting to pitch their work and…

Make the most of the spring school holidays with a fun-filled family day out at The Chocolateries Great Ocean Road. With free entry, daily opening from 9am–5pm and plenty to see, do, taste and explore, it’s the perfect destination for a delicious day out together. When you arrive, pick up a free Chocolaterie Discovery Map…

Hoop Gallery presents four solo exhibitions featuring the work of local artists Antony Twining, Bev Plowman, Trudy Campbell and Linda Judge. Together, the exhibitions showcase a colourful and diverse collection of ceramics, paintings, digital prints and sculpture. Visit Hoop Gallery to explore the exhibitions, discover new work and celebrate the creativity of four talented local…

Visit Anglesea Art Space for the ‘Sketch & Scribe Festival Illustration Exhibition’, celebrating the magic of childhood through visual storytelling.

The weekend has been running for more than 50 years and is an opportunity to learn about the Surf Coast’s diverse plants and animals with a wide array of local wildflowers on display. The show attracts visitors from all over Australia as the Anglesea heathlands are of international significance. The proceeds of the show are…

Music, food, art, produce, creative, craft, fun, social. Held on the third Sunday of the month, from September through to April each year, visitors enjoy the friendly, relaxed, coastal vibe. ​The Cowrie Market specialises in quality local art, craft, jewellery, fashion, vintage goods, plants, gifts and produce. All items for sale are environmentally friendly, handmade, homegrown or…