All Points of Interest in Portarlington
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Numerous picnic tables are dispersed throughout ‘J Henderson Reserve‘ – all of which enjoy uninterrupted and breathtaking views of Port Phillip Bay – incorporating the You Yangs, Melbourne, the bayside suburbs that line the shores of the bay, and, the mountains in the distance. Set amidst a large open lawn area, with direct access to the beach, as well as the delightful walking / cycling Read more…
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Public Toilets are amongst the many amenities and facilities present at the ‘Portarlington Recreation Reserve‘, which is located at the northern-most point of the Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria. Abutting Port Phillip Bay, there are many recreational activities available here – both on land and in the water. These public toilets are wheelchair accessible . . . Facilities within this precinct of the ‘Portarlington Recreation Read more…
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Numerous picnic tables are dispersed along the entire stretch of beach – for a distance of some 1.5 km westward from Portarlington’s Pier to the boat ramp and jetty located within the tourist park. They all relish uninterrupted views of Port Phillip Bay, incorporating the You Yangs, Melbourne, the bayside suburbs that line the shores of the bay, and, the mountains in the Read more…
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Located in the heart of town, a couple of reminders of Portarlington’s early history and importance as a major port and a centre for commerce for the region remain. The impressive Weighbridge was constructed in 1891 to facilitate the transport of produce from the region’s farming industries to Melbourne and beyond. It is sited high on the hill in line with, and Read more…
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“Hat Rock” was a significant landmark to the very first explorers of Port Phillip Bay. Matthew Flinders’ first named and identified “Hat Rock” on his Map of Port Phillip Bay in 1802. Extract – Matthew Flinders Map of 1802 It is a rocky outcrop that can best be described as the highest, most northerly point of the Bellarine Peninsula. It also forms Read more…
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Set amidst a number of picnic tables within the ‘J Henderson Reserve‘, these barbecues are neatly sheltered by a pavilion whilst enjoying uninterrupted and breathtaking views of Port Phillip Bay. The large open lawn area together with direct beach access means that lunch can be sizzling away on the barbecue whilst still keeping a watchful eye on the children as they play – the large Cypress trees offering Read more…
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Category: Place of Worship, Community | Public Space, Historical POI's 1861-1880, Historical, and Site | Religious
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The original St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Portarlington – c 1873 . The congregation of the Portarlington St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church is purported to have formed as early as the 1850’s. Though the location of the church has remained unchanged, being at the corner of Fisher & Newcombe Streets in Portarlington, the first wooden building which opened in 1873 was replaced some Read more…
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St John’s Anglican Church located in Portarlington, Victoria, was designed in the Victorian Gothic style by Melbourne architects Terry and Oakden. Following the donation of a half acre block of land, situated on a corner site, by James Austin, the brick building was commissioned and constructed by local builders Treven and Gubby. The foundation stone was laid on the 17th September 1883. The building Read more…
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A car park of approximately 100 spaces is sited directly overlooking the Safe Harbour and Marina at Portarlington in Victoria. Providing direct access to the beach, pier, surrounding park lands and picnic areas – it provides the perfect location in which to park your vehicle and enjoy all this beautiful seaside village has to offer. The shopping precinct is also just up Read more…
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Picnic tables are dispersed all around the beautiful pier and safe harbour precinct in Portarlington, Victoria. Whether you choose a position with the beach at your feet, up the hill absorbing the enormous panoramas, or a more sheltered area nestled at the base of the escarpment, you can be assured of stunning views of the sparkling waters of Port Phillip Read more…
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Barbecues can be found nestled at the base of the escarpment within the beautiful pier and safe harbour precinct in Portarlington, Victoria. Set amidst a large lawn area, lunch can be sizzling away whilst watching the children play. The shores of the stunning Port Phillip Bay are only a stone’s throw away – beaches, pier walks, Walking / Cycling Trail . . . And, Read more…
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Once located just a few doors down from Portarlington’s historic ‘Calhoun’s Family Hotel’, is the site that once housed J Hartley’s ‘Bay View Hotel’. . . Details are elusive as to when the hotel was built (estimated in the late 1850’s), how long it traded and when it was demolished. Today the site presents as a vacant piece of land . . . Read more…
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Located within the historic ‘Point Richards’ precinct of Portarlington – on the northern-most tip of the Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria, the ‘Portarlington Recreation Reserve’ encompasses some 340 acres of the Port Phillip Bay foreshore !! This massive area includes expansive open spaces, walking trails, cycling trails, wetlands, conservation areas, sporting grounds including football & cricket fields, netball & basketball courts, an enormous Caravan Read more…
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Set within the magnificent ‘Portarlington Recreation Reserve‘, a pavilion housing a barbecue and picnic table directly overlooks the tracks of the infamous Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway – a wonderful delight for children and adults alike – as well as a colourful playground – just perfect for the children as they await their barbecued sausages. Further picnic tables, which also enjoy, and overlook, the Read more…
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The seaside village of Portarlington in Victoria presents as a beautiful, historical township that enjoys expansive views of parks, gardens and the magnificent Port Phillip Bay – from almost all standpoints. The main shopping precinct is located along Newcombe Street, between High and Brown Streets. There are a number of smaller shopping areas located at various locales about town. Cafes, restaurants, specialty shops, Read more…
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Public Toilets are provided directly across the road from Portarlington’s main shopping precinct. Portarlington is steeped in history which is evident in every which way you look. The historic Rotunda and Weighbridge sits high on the hill, overlooking the historic jetty – all of which are within close proximity of these toilets. With a backdrop of a large and beautiful park overlooking Port Phillip Read more…
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An enormous car park facilitates the many recreational activities and facilities available at this locale. The ‘Portarlington Recreation Reserve‘, which is located at the northern-most point of the Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria, lies on the shores of Port Phillip Bay, where all manner of water sports, land activities and picnic facilities are available for all those that visit. There are parking Read more…
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Portarlington’s ‘Point Richards’ Boat Ramp is located on the northern-most extremity of the Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria. The dual ramps are 5 m wide, concrete and are accompanied with jetties and ample parking for the car and trailer. Located within the Portarlington Recreation Reserve, this precinct houses the infamous Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway, jetties, sheltered barbecues, picnic tables, public toilets, car park, rubbish bins Read more…
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Category: Historical POI's 1841-1860, Historical, Infrastructure | Landmark, Marina | Harbour, Pier | Jetty, and Site | Infrastructure
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Though little remains of the original pier of 1859, the location is exactly as it was back then. Interestingly, it was up until the year 1937 that steamers arrived daily to transport passengers and cargo across Port Phillip Bay. The pier was integral to the town and the entire Bellarine Peninsula – it was the centre of the economic and recreational activities of Read more…
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One of the earliest recorded settlers in the Portarlington area was Henry Bynton (or Baynton), a butcher, who had moved from Hobart, Tasmania to Geelong c 1839. He also set up a station or run in Portarlington from where he operated a cattle shipping service between Portarlington and Van Diemen’s Land (now known as Tasmania). Reference to Bynton is also found on the map below, c 1840: Enlarged Read more…