Tag: Bellarine Peninsula in Portarlington
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Little Reserve can be accessed via Newcombe Street, Pier Street, The Esplanade and Fisher Street. This toilet block is located on The Esplanade aspect of the park providing for easy access from users of the walking / cycling trail, Portarlington’s shopping precinct is located just across Newcombe Street from Little Reserve, and the beach is located in the opposite direction – 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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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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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…
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Located in Portarlington, Victoria, the Seaview Hotel was built c 1855 by Mr Duncan McKenzie. Argus (Melbourne, Vic) – 8 Jan 1881 The historic hotel is perfectly positioned on an elevated hillside, directly in line with, and overlooking the Portarlington Pier. It enjoys the most outstanding and magnificent views of the pier, marina, Port Phillip Bay – all the way across to Melbourne in the distance. Portarlington’s Sea Read more…
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Category: Cemetery, Historical POI's 1841-1860, Historical, Infrastructure | Landmark, and Site | Memorial, Monument
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Portarlington’s Historic Cemetery sits on the slopes of a rise, south-west of the township of Portarlington in Victoria. Many of the oldest graves sit at the highest point, overlooking Port Phillip Bay. As one browses through this remarkable insight into the very first origins of this region, it becomes more and more apparent that many of the street names of the Read more…
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The ‘Steeles Rock’ swimming cove is located some 1.5 km east of the centre of the seaside village of Portarlington, on the shores of Port Phillip Bay in Victoria. Steeles Rock, Portarlington – Courtesy VRO – Diagram 19 This beautiful little cove is relatively shallow and therefore perfect for children and adults alike, to enjoy. The crystal clear waters abutting the sandy Read more…
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Located some 3 km from the centre of the township of Portarlington in Victoria, this assembly of weatherboard buildings comprises stables, outbuildings, house and cheese factory – sadly now in a ruinous condition . . . However, some evidence demonstrating the various stages of development of the property and the additions to the buildings over the years, still remain. The main house features Read more…
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This private home was built by Mr Browne in the mid 1890’s. ‘Tarina’ is a unique Queenslander style home. The property was once renowned for its Rose Gardens – for which it had won many awards during the early 1900’s . . . As this is a private residence, this historic icon can only be viewed from the roadside. Helpful Hints: Read more…
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Though details of the evolution of Portarlington’s original St Patrick’s Catholic Church building are elusive, it would appear that the original structure was completed c 1895. It seems that a Catholic School had been running in the town since the 1860’s – rumoured to have been held in the historic ‘Calhoun’s Family Hotel‘ – and Mass may have been held there too or perhaps in a rented Read more…
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Public Toilets are conveniently located within ‘J Henderson Reserve‘ in the seaside village of Portarlington, Victoria. Set amidst a large open lawn area, with direct access to the beach that lines the shores of Port Phillip Bay, as well as the delightful walking / cycling trail, and, a myriad of picnic tables – these public toilets are well located to service all that are enjoying Read more…
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The Portarlington Kiln, Mill, Jetty c 1850’s – 7 Turner Crt, Portarlington, Bellarine Peninsula, VIC
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Built in the early 1850’s from sandstone carved from the nearby cliffs, the Mill was the second flour mill to open on the Bellarine Peninsula. Located within the beautiful seaside village of Portarlington, the Portarlington Mill Plan dated the 25th May 1858, clearly identifies the ‘Mill Company’ land, the ‘Mill’, the ‘Kiln’ (just to the left of the Mill), the ‘Mill Read more…
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Little Reserve is located in the heart of the seaside village of Portarlington, overlooking the magnificent Port Phillip Bay – all the way across to Melbourne !!! The views are enormous – the entire coastline from south of the You Yangs to Frankston – the lights at night are breathtaking . . . The park can be accessed via Newcombe Street, Pier 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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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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Portarlington Neighbourhood House is a not-for-profit community based organisation providing a unique meeting place for the community and offering a myriad of courses to inspire and promote the local talents. The House promotes positive, creative community development and inspires lifelong learning through its activities. It creates a sense of place and belonging for everyone in the Portarlington area invoking the community spirit. Services include: a Read more…
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Both sheltered and unsheltered picnic tables are dispersed all around the north-western section of the stunning ‘Portarlington Recreation Reserve‘, which is located at the northern-most point of the Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria. Abutting Port Phillip Bay, the infamous Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway, boat ramps, walking trails, beaches, massive lawn areas, and nature reserve – there are just so many activities to keep all ages entertained . Read more…
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Category: Place of Worship, Community | Public Space, Historical POI's 1881-1900, Historical, and Site | Religious
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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…