W E Newton Reserve - 3782 Point Nepean Rd, Portsea, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

Abutting the shores of Port Phillip Bay’s ‘Weeroona Bay’, the ‘W E Newton Reserve’ is a delightful haven providing picnic facilities and amenities under the shelter of mature Norfolk and Cypress Pines.

The park is almost divided in half by a walkway that leads directly to Portsea’s Historic Pier and the beach.  Incidentally, the name ‘Weeroona Bay’ is a reminder of the many steamers that once plied the waters of Port Phillip Bay and were the lifeline to seaside villages such as Portsea – the ‘PS Weeroona‘ being a paddle steamer . . .

‘W E Newton Reserve’ features large lawned areas which are perfect to spread a picnic rug under the Sun as well as numerous picnic tables.  Refreshments are available within a few metres walk of the park too.  For the history buffs, a monument reminding us of Acting Lieutenant John Murray’s landing at this location on the 14th February 1802.

Facilities available at ‘W E Newton Reserve’ include:  barbecues, picnic tables, playground, public toilets, water fountain, bench seats, and rubbish bins.

Helpful Hints:

– Within Town Centre – obtain Directions here

– Beach Access

– Car Parking is available at various locations within the village

Discover Portsea:

 – Points of Interest

 – Things to Do

 – Dining Out

 – Shopping

 – Places to Stay

– Facilities available at Portsea include:

– Picnic Tables

– Sheltered Pavilions

– Barbecues

– Public Toilets