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Your CouncilFinding Your Way Around Council

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Your CouncilCouncil is a vibrant organisation of more than 525 employees providing a vast range of services to the community. Council’s central administration centre is the Civic Centre in Liebig Street, but staff operate from other sites throughout the city.

Council provides services in areas including:

• Planning, building and development

• Recreation and culture

• Major events, tourism and entertainment

• Adult day and carer respite

• Home care and home maintenance

• Children, youth and families

• Health

• Parks, reserves, foreshore and holiday parks

• Civil engineering and construction

• Administration and customer service

• Revenue and property

Council also supports work placements, training and volunteering opportunities for members of the community.

For regular updated information visit our website, www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au

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Finding your way around Council

AquazoneMonday - Thursday 6.00am -9.00pm. Friday 6.00am - 7.00pm.Weekends & Public Holidays 7.00am - 6.00pmQueens Road(03) 5559 4500 • www.aquazone.com.au

Archie Graham Community Centre118 Timor Street (03) 5559 4920

Children’s Services CentreSwan Reserve600 Raglan Parade (03) 5559 4747

Civic Centre25 Liebig Street(03) 5559 4800 www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au

Flagstaff HillOpen Daily 9am-5pm (closed Christmas Day)Shipwrecked: Screens nightly from dusk. Times vary throughout the yearMerri Street (03) 5559 4600 • 1800 556 111www.flagstaffhill.com

Gymnastics CentreArt & Craft PavilionWarrnambool ShowgroundsHyland Street (03) 5562 5114

LibraryAttached to the Civic Centre25 Liebig Street(03) 5559 4990

Saleyards Caramut Road5559 4737

Surfside Caravan ParksPertobe Road (03) 5559 4700info@surfsidepark.com.auwww.surfsidepark.com.au

Warrnambool Art Gallery26 Liebig Street(03) 5559 4949 gallery@warrnambool.vic.gov.au

Warrnambool Entertainment Centre Box Office Hours Monday - Friday 9.30am - 4.30pm & 1 hour prior to performances185 Timor Street (03) 555 94 999 www.entertainmentcentre.com.au

Warrnambool StadiumCaramut RoadP: (03) 5559 4555

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Council MeetingsThe community is represented by seven elected councillors who are responsible for making decisions regarding the city and its residents.

These decisions are made at Council meetings which are generally held every three weeks in the Reception Room of the Civic Centre.

The meetings are open to the public and questions from residents relating to a service or activity of the Council are encouraged.

Any group or individual can request the opportunity to make a presentation at a meeting by contacting the Executive Assistant on 5559 4814.

Check Council website for meeting dates, www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au

Business SupportThe Business Support Unit provides assistance to existing businesses and new investors in a range of areas including skills development, marketing, investment and major projects development.

The unit also supports employers and employees with advice and skills support. The unit provides Skilled Migration services which include identifying and sourcing skilled migrants for employment, gaining access to Regional Outreach Officers to assist with the immigration processes for potential

employees, cultural awareness training for the workplace and regional promotion or settlement information packs.

Public HealthCouncil is responsible for a number of public health programs throughout the city including the immunisation program (see page 14) and food surveillance.

Council responds to complaints relating to food quality and hygiene issues, including premises standards, contaminated food and poor handling practices. Random food sampling is conducted on an on-going basis to ensure that a high standard is maintained.

If you would like to report a complaint regarding food standards or are interested in the business support services, contact Council on 5559 4800

Local LawsCouncil is responsible for enforcing a number of Government statues in relation to local laws, including animals, parking and nature strips.

AnimalsDo You Own a Pet?Animal laws administrated by Council local law officers include:

• Control of dogs in public places• Registration of pets• Limits on the number of animals

permitted to be kept• Animal faeces in public places• Horses on beaches• European wasps and the keeping of

beehives• Control of European wasps• Dogs in Public Places

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Walking your dog Walking your dog is a great way to explore our beautiful city, but please be aware of the rules regarding dogs in public areas, particularly the foreshore, which is off limits to dogs during certain months of the year.

The following areas are prohibited for dogs:

• Lake Pertobe Reserve• Botanic Gardens• Merri River Mouth• Merri River wetlands • Jetty Flat Athletics Centre• Sports ovals• Ski Club beach frontage

November 1 – April 30• Flume Beach to Breakwater

between November 1 – April 30

What If My Dog Is On a Leash?You can walk your dog in the following areas on a leash:

• All public areas including residential streets and the city centre

• Blue Hole Reserve Bridge to Mouth, November 1 – April 30

• Foreshore walking tracks, including Foreshore Promenade

• Main beach area Flume Beach to Breakwater May 1 – October 31

Registration of PetsState Government legislation requires cats and dogs over the age of three months to be registered and microchipped.

Registration renewals are due on April 10 each year and payments can be made at the Civic Centre.

Annual renewal notices are posted and fees are reviewed annually.

Current FeesSterilised dog $30Unsterilised dog $90Sterilised cat $22Unsterilised cat $65

Discounts apply for pensioners, microchipped pets, obedience trained or working dogs, dogs or cats over 10 years or animals registered with an approved feline or canine association.

Limit on the Number of PetsCurrently households are allowed a maximum of three dogs and five cats, but by 2014 this number will be reduced to a limit of two dogs and two cats unless a permit has been granted by the Council for breeding or other purposes. See Permits for more information. (p.11)

Animal Faeces in Public PlacesThe removal of animal droppings within public space is the responsibility of the owner, who must have in their possession a bag, container or other means of removing the excrement. The owner must produce this means upon request, as failure to do so will result in a fine of $234.

Horses On BeachesHorses are not allowed on the foreshore without a permit. See Permits for more information (p.11)

European Wasps and the Keeping of BeehivesEnglish, European and other non-native wasps nesting on a property must be destroyed by the property owner or occupier. A permit is needed to keep beehives. See Permits for more information. (p.11)

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Free Parking Free parking is offered to returned service personnel and people with a disability however permits are required. See Permits for more information. (p.11)

ParkCardsParkCards are available from the Civic Centre for use in the electronic, multi-bay parking meters in the city centre. They can be purchased in the values of $20 or $50 from the Civic Centre.

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Nature StripsNature strips are public areas and cannot be used for the display of cars or other vehicles for sale. Permits are also needed to carry out works or changes to nature strips. See Permits for more information (p.11).

How Do I Pay Council Bills? Council provides a range of options for paying bills to make the process as convenient as possible.Online Using BPay - biller code 94276 If you have not used BPay before, you will need to contact your bank, credit union or building society to register for Internet banking.

Once registered, use the BPay biller code above and the reference number shown on your bill notice and pay via your internet banking site.

By Phone Using BPay - biller code 94276 Register for phone banking with your bank, telephone the number they have provided and follow the instructions given to make your payment. You will need to key in the BPay biller code above and reference number shown on your bill notice.

Using POST BPay- code 2395 Register via phone 13 18 16 or visit www.postbillpay.com.au

Quote the POST BPay code above and reference number on the bill notice and pay from either a credit card or, after registration, a cheque or savings account.

In Person Present your bill notice with your payment at the Civic Centre, 25 Liebig Street Warrnambool or to any Australia Post Office.

By Mail Detach the payment slip and mail with your cheque made payable to Warrnambool City Council

Manager Revenue & Property Warrnambool City council PO Box 198 Warrnambool 3280

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Waste Management Council manages the waste and recycling contract for the collection of garbage and recyclables and provides education initiatives to promote recycling opportunities and waste minimisation.

Bin Rules Place your bin out by 9.30pm the night before your collection day. Visit www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au to check the bin day in your area.

A Recycle Bin is a 240 litre wheelie bin with a yellow lid for all recyclable containers, paper and cardboard - collected fortnightly.

A Garbage Bin is an 80 litre wheelie bin with a red lid for all garbage collected weekly.

Want To Order a Recycling/Garbage Bin? If you have moved into a new house and want to order a recycling or garbage bin, contact Customer Service. Missed Collection If you have done all you could to ensure your bin was out on time and in the right place for collection contact

Customer Service and report the missed collection. Customer Service will inform you of the procedure for missed bins.

Lost And Damaged Bins Council will replace or repair your recycling or garbage bin if it has undergone normal wear and tear. If you have lost your recycling or garbage bin or your bin is damaged contact Customer Service.

Stolen Bins If your recycling or garbage bin has been stolen you will be required to sign a Statutory Declaration and purchase a new bin. The cost is approximately $80 to replace a recycling bin and $70 to replace a garbage bin.

Tansfer Stations Council currently provides a domestic waste and recycling service through two privately owned operators. They are:

• Barton’s Transfer Station, 20 Harrington Road, Warrnambool. Phone: (03) 5561 1198.

• Statewide Waste, Koroit Street, Warrnambool (next to the showgrounds). Phone: (03) 5561 1195.

Other privately run waste and recycling services operate within the City and their contact details can be found in the Yellow Pages under ‘Rubbish Removal’.

For more information contact Customer Service on 5559 4800 or visit the Council website, www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au and click on the links to download the collection calendar, a waste and recycling information booklet or the Warrnambool Recycling Directory.

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Livestock ExchangeThe Warrnambool Livestock Exchange is the largest stock selling centre in South West Victoria and has strong commitment to quality of service, facilities and operations to ensure it meets customer needs.

Accreditations Warrnambool Livestock Exchange holds accreditations for Quality Assurance, Meat Standards Australia and European Union accreditation.

Different Methods of Selling Open auction (per head) Live weight (cents per kg in AUS$)

Selling Days and Starting Times Cattle – Wednesday weekly, commencing 9am

Calves – Wednesday weekly, commencing 10.30am

Sheep – Wednesday weekly, commencing 1pm

Dairy – Wednesday weekly, commencing 1pm

Store sale last Friday of each month, commencing 12noon Warrnambool Regional AirportWarrnambool Regional Airport is owned and operated by the Warrnambool City Council. The airport has 13 hangars onsite accommodating both business and recreational aircraft. Ambulance Victoria, Helicopter Emergency Medical Services.

The airport averages around 50 aircrafts movements daily with General Aviation Maintenance and Ambulance Victoria fixed wing aircraft daily users. No landing or aircraft parking fees currently apply.

PermitsPermits are needed for a variety of different activities. You will require a permit for the following:

• Animal activities such as horses on beach, keeping of bee hives and breeding

• Building works, including extensions and sheds

• Events or festivals on Council land• Fencing• Food stalls• Parking for the use of disabled bays• Free parking for returned service

personnel • Installing swimming pools, both above

and below ground structures• Installing water tanks• Works on nature strips• Open air burning

Council’s website has extensive up-to-date information regarding permits and the application procedure, visit www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au or you can visit the Civic Centre and speak to a customer service representative about permit procedures.

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PeopleParents & Children’s Services

Aged & Disability ServicesYouth Services & Events

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Family ServicesChildren’s Services CentreThe Children’s Services Centre is a centralised children’s hub that provides information and a range of specialist services to young children and families located at Swan Reserve on Raglan Parade.

The staff can help you with:

• Triple P Positive Parenting programs• Support for kindergarten children with

additional needs • Inclusion support services for children

with additional needs in childcare family day care, outside school hours care and vacation care

• Parenting and child support programs and services

• Kindergarten enrolment enquiries and school readiness

Maternal and Child HealthMaternal and Child Health nurses are located at Florence Collins Children’s Centre and at the Archie Graham Community Centre. The nurses provide a specialised health care service for parents and their children aged from infancy to six years old, including:

• Appointment-based sessions and home visits

• Children’s developmental assessments at key ages and stages

• Parenting groups• Immunisation information and

assistance• Education, health and wellbeing• Enhanced home visiting support service• Information and resources for families

with infants and children up to six years

Daycare centres, Family care and Kindergartens Council operates three centre based childcare facilities and eight kindergartens. All contact details for daycare centres and kindergartens can be found in the community directory at the back of this book.

Council also provides family daycare options for families. For information on family day care contact 5559 4747.

Immunisation Warrnambool celebrates one of the highest immunisation rates in Australia and the Council offers free vaccinations as listed on the National Immunisation Program for infants and school aged children.

Clinics are conducted by appointment every Thursday at the Children’s Services Centre, corner Kepler Street and Raglan Parade.

In addition, after hours clinics are held once a month on a Tuesday evening and Saturday morning. Adult immunisations are also available by prior arrangement with Council’s Health Unit.Clinic dates can be obtained from the Civic Centre, your Maternal and Child Health Centre or on the website, www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au. Contact Council to make an appointment for immunisation.

Any variations to the venue or date will be notified in the Warrnambool Standard on Saturday in the City Council Noticeboard advertisement.

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Following the completion of the four-year-old vaccination, statements are issued directly to parents from the Australian Childhood Immunisation Register.

Statements can also be obtained by phoning the Australian Childhood Immunisation Register on 1800 653 809.

Council can issue certificates for children that have a medical contraindication, conscientious objection or have received their immunisations overseas.

School Vaccination ProgramCouncil also conducts an extensive secondary school vaccination program.

The annual program provides immunisation against Hepatitis B, chickenpox, human papillomavirus (cervical cancer), tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (whooping cough).

School Entry Immunisation Statements are required for school enrolment.

Youth ServicesYoung people’s involvement in Council projects range from consultation to direct participation during the development and delivery of youth programs.

Council also offers and coordinates youth committees including the Youth Council, FReeZA Group (Drug and Alcohol Free events) and the Youth Advisory Committee. Youth Discount Card The Youth Discount Card is a wallet sized card distributed to approximately 4,000 young people aged 12-18. The card has contact numbers of key youth agencies that are able to assist n wide range of issues and also has several discounts offered by local traders.

Youth Services operates from the Archie Graham Centre in Timor St.

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Aged & Disability Services Council provides a comprehensive range of Home and Community Care services for older people, people with disabilities and their carers. Services are designed to help people and their carers to continue to live independently at home and participate in community activities.

Services include:

• Home Care • Home Maintenance • Meals on Wheels • Personal Care • Senior Citizens Club• Respite Care

Home Care & Home MaintenanceThese services are aimed at people who are unable to undertake home care duties due to frailty, disability or ill health. Priority is also given to people who require the service in order to continue to live independently and who have little or no other support. Meals on WheelsA variety of freshly cooked hot meals are delivered within the boundaries of the Warrnambool City Monday to Friday, every day of the year, including all public holidays. Weekend meals are also delivered chilled on Friday.

Volunteers who are registered with the Council deliver all meals and new volunteers are always welcome.

Personal CareTypical tasks undertaken by a trained Personal Care Worker may include supervision or assistance with bathing/showering, dressing/undressing, grooming, toileting and mobility.

Senior Citizen’s ClubThe Senior Citizens Club meets at the Archie Graham Community Centre in Timor St, and has more than 500 members who enjoy its varied weekly program and companionship.

Membership is $20 per year. There are often trips and special events throughout the year along with weekly activities such as cards, bowls, billiards, computer lessons, dancing, painting and a walking group just to name a few.

Respite CareThis service is available to assist in the care of frail older people or people with a disability who may be at risk if left alone while their carer has a break. Typical tasks undertaken by trained Home Care Workers include supervising children or adults in the home or in social or recreational activities in the community.

If you would like to register, volunteer or find out more information about any of the services, contact the Council on 5559 4800.

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Archie Graham Community Centre The centre is a centrally located, active hub providing programs, information, opportunities and facilities for older adults and the broader community. Facilities include a community access computer room, hydrotherapy pool, a base and meeting place for a clubs, groups and organisations, together with room hire. The centre is located at 118 Timor Street, phone 5559 4920

Rural AccessRural Access facilitates partnerships with local organisations, businesses and the community in planning and

developing services, infrastructure and community activities. The service supports rural and regional communities to build community membership and participation opportunities for people with a disability. Contact this service on 5559 4864/5559 4828 for an appointment or further information.

Volunteers@WarrnamboolThis is a community service established by Council to provide information, registration and referral of volunteers and registration of volunteer organisations. If you would like to volunteer your time for a worthwhile community project or if your business or service needs volunteers, contact Volunteers@Warrnambool on 5559 4914.

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Tourism & CultureEntertainment Centre

Art GalleryFlagstaff Hill

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Warrnambool Entertainment CentreThe Warrnambool Entertainment Centre is the city’s stage for the stars, with facilities available to the public for hire.

The Eva Gaspar Theatre is a fully equipped theatre, retaining the beautiful ornate arch and the walls of the former Warrnambool Town Hall.

The Civic Hall can be hired to host weddings, balls and dinner dances. There is floor space to seat up to 390 people or 250 with a dance floor. Bar facilities and catering are available.

The Green Room is a multi-purpose room suitable for small meetings, exhibitions, morning tea, product launches and media conferences.

The Entertainment Centre is located within the City Centre and in walking distance of many of Warrnambool’s top motels and restaurants. THE ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE WILL BE CLOSED FOR RENOVATION LATER IN 2010

Contact Box Office: 5559 4999Administration: 5559 4885Current event information and online ticketing is also available at www.entertainmentcentre.com.au

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Warrnambool Art GalleryEstablished in 1886, the Art Gallery offers a diverse collection of artworks housed in a purpose-built museum at the southern end of Liebig Street, adjacent to the Civic Green.

The Gallery presents around 30 exhibitions each year ranging from artwork made by local students, projects developed by emerging artists and major presentations by established Australian art practitioners.

The permanent collection includes historic and contemporary images of the Shipwreck Coast region, varied responses to the topography of Tower Hill, elegant European salon paintings of the 1880s, avant-garde modernism of the 1950s, Australian printmaking post 1970 and romanticised colonial era landscape painting.

There is an active Gallery Friends group that hosts regular social events and activities. The Gallery shop has a range of selected giftwares, cards, toys and artworks.

Open weekdays 10am – 5pm, weekends and public holidays Noon – 5pm, with free entry.

Closed Christmas Day and Good Friday.

ContactPhone: (03) 5559 4949Email: gallery@warrnambool.vic.gov.au

Flagstaff Hill Maritime VillageFlagstaff Hill Maritime Village on Merri Street is an iconic and award-winning 10 acre maritime facility overlooking Warrnambool’s Lady Bay on the Great Ocean Road.

Flagstaff Hill also boasts Victoria’s most exciting night time tourist experience by combining 1870s charm and heritage with Australia‘s only nightly sound and laser show – SHIPWRECKED! Shows run nightly from dusk. Bookings are essential.

Flagstaff Hill is open between 9am and 5pm daily except Christmas Day and is available for function hires.

ContactMerri Street, Warrnambool Phone: 1800 556 111Friends of Flagstaff Hill: (03) 5559 4600Web: www.flagstaffhill.com

Visitor Information CentreLocated at Flagstaff Hill, the Visitor Information Centre can provide information on sites, experiences, accommodation, dining and tourism services. Also available are copies of the Warrnambool Visitor Guide.

ContactOpen daily 9am – 5pm (closed Christmas Day), Merri Street.Phone: 5559 4620 or 1800 637 725Web: www.visitwarrnambool.com.au

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Recreation & Outdoors

Botanic GardensLake Pertobe Adventure Playground

AquazoneWarrnambool Stadium

Middle Island PenguinsWhale Watching

Sporting FacilitiesSurfside

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Botanic Gardens The Botanic Gardens are located on the corner of Queens Road and Cockman Street. Functions can be held in the gardens and there is no hire fee. An application form is available from Council’s Customer Service Centre or from our website.

Lake Pertobe Adventure Playground Lake Pertobe Adventure Playground is a year-round family attraction, with its 20 hectare adventure playground housing giant slides, flying foxes, a maze, boat rides on the lake and much more.

There are walking tracks around the lake and the park features numerous picnic areas and sheltered BBQ facilities.

The area also houses lawn tennis courts, mini golf, a jumping pillow and an athletics track.

Alcohol consumption is prohibited between 2pm to 4pm and 10pm to 11am daily in all areas of the lake including the reserve on the south side of Pertobe Road.

Dogs and horses are prohibited at all times.

Mahogany TrailThe 22km Mahogany Trail walking track extends from Warrnambool to Port Fairy, passing the possible site of where the Portuguese vessel, known as The Mahogany Ship reportedly ran aground in the 1500s.

Take a walk and see if you can unravel the mystery. A high standard of fitness/experience is required to complete the whole walk.

Middle IslandMiddle Island is located in Stingray Bay and is home to a colony of Little Penguins. The penguin population was under threat from foxes so Council and Warrnambool Coastcare undertook a world first trial by introducing Maremma Dogs onto the Island to protect the penguins.

While the island is now off limits to the general public, a volunteer research team conducts regular penguin counts during the breeding months. Tours to the island also operate during the summer school holidays.

Promenade The 5.7km foreshore promenade stretches from the Breakwater along the coastline to the famous Southern Right whale nursery at Logans Beach. You can walk, run, ride or skate along this scenic trail.

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RiversThe Merri and Hopkins Rivers both offer excellent river based activities. The Merri is regarded as one of Victoria’s finest Brown Trout streams, while the Hopkins River offers boat launching facilities, water ski zones, rowing opportunities and floating jetties to fish off.

Whale WatchingAlmost every year between June and September, female Southern Right whales return to Logans Beach to calve. The whales often swim within 100m of the shore and can be viewed from a platform in the sand dunes or from Logan’s Beach.

Sporting Facilities Council provides support and assistance to local community clubs and organisations. The Recreation Unit can assist local groups in the following areas:

• Use/hire of Council owned and managed facilities, including Reid and Harris Ovals

• Funding opportunities through Council’s Community Development Fund program (annual funding round is open from July-August inclusive)

• Advice and assistance with project planning and funding applications

• Assistance for individuals or groups participating in National or International events

AquaZoneAquaZone is a state-of-the-art aquatic leisure centre with four heated feature pools including an indoor eight-lane 25m lap pool, program pool, beach-entry leisure pool and an outdoor Olympic-sized pool.

Also on offer are a gymnasium, aerobics studio, spin studio, crèche, café, plus a range of fitness classes, including Les Mills, Aqua Aerobics, Boxing Circuit and Spin.

The centre also runs an extensive Learn-to-Swim program for people aged six months to adults.

Contact: 5559 4500 For further information about sporting groups and clubs in Warrnambool, see the the Sporting section on page 34-37 of this publication

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Warrnambool Stadium The Warrnambool Stadium adjoins the Val Bertrand Netball Centre on Caramut Road. Locally known as ‘The Arc’, the stadium boasts an impressive range of facilities, including:

• A show court with spectator seating for approximately 700

• A highball court area consisting of two basketball or netball courts, four volleyball courts or ten badminton courts

• A multi-purpose room with catering and viewing to the show court, which is available for training, meetings and functions

The stadium is home to local basketball, badminton and volleyball competitions, as well as hosting the home games of the Warrnambool Seahawks and Mermaids basketball teams in their respective Australian Basketball Association and Victorian Basketball Association leagues.

Council’s Gymnastics program is conducted in the Arts & Crafts Pavilion at the Warrnambool Showgrounds. The program caters for Kinder Gym, Recreational and Competition Gymnastics.

Surfside Holiday Park Warrnambool Surfside Holiday Park offers unrivalled access to the beach, safe entry to Lake Pertobe Adventure Playground and is only a few minutes walk from the City Centre. The park is the ideal base from which to explore the superb attractions of Warrnambool and the surrounding district.

The park includes:

• Large camp kitchen

• Ensuite cottages and cabins

• Modern clean amenities

• Facilities for people with a disability

• Laundromats

• Electric barbecues

• Large sites and easy access for larger motorhome vehicles

• RACV 3.5 stars

For bookings email us at info@surfsidepark.com.au or phone 5559 4700

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AGRICULTUREAgriculture Reserve Committee of Management 5562 4644

Dairy Industry Association Aust. 5563 2100

Fonterra Dennington Suppliers Association Inc. 5565 8174

ANIMALS Education

R.S.P.C.A. Western Districts 5561 2591

Dog Training School 5560 1181

Kennel & Obedience Dog Club 5566 5229

Lady Bay Kennel Club 5566 2368

Modern Dog Training 5560 7362

ART/CRAFTArtist’s Society Warrnambool 5562 7036

Cake Decorators Association of Victoria 5567 6477

Embroiderers Guild 5562 8403

Floral Art club 5565 1273

Friends of the Warrnambool Art Gallery 5561 4795

Quilters Inc. 5562 3630

Wool Craft & Spinning Group 5562 3858

ART/CRAFT WoodworkWarrnambool Triton Woodworkers Inc. 5562 5545

Woodcraft Group 5562 3682

BUSINESSBusiness & Professional Women Southwest 5562 0438

MEGT New Apprenticeship Centre 5560 5039

South West Trades & Labour Council 5523 4272

COMMITTEES OF MANAGMENTAllansford Recreation Reserve 5565 1395

Bushfield Recreation Reserve Social Committee 5562 9079

Jubilee Park Committee - Woodford 5565 9257

CULTURAL/ETHNIC GROUPSArabian House 5561 6228

Dutch Community Group 5561 1443

Gunditjmara Community 5564 3333

Islamic Society 0419 577 310

Caledonian Society 5562 2348

Filipino Community 5562 8546

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DANCELine Dancers 5562 9070

Melissa’s Hip Hop & Dance Elements 5561 7916

Old Time Dance Club 5562 5291

Robins School of Dancing 5561 5166

Rock n’ Rollers 5562 9264

Scottish Country Dancers 5565 9161

EDUCATION KindergartensBeamish St Kindergarten 5559 4530

Central Kindergarten 5559 4560

Dennington Kindergarten 0400 820 114

East Warrnambool Kindergarten 5559 4570

Lions/Hopkins Kindergarten 5559 4580

South Warrnambool Kindergarten 5559 4520

EDUCATION OtherSWAM Students With Active Minds 5562 0915

University of the Third Age 5562 3248

West Warrnambool Primary School 55613161

EDUCATION School AssociationsBrauer College Parents & Friends Association 5562 0877

Deakin University Student Association 5563 3378Emmanuel College Parents & Friends Association 5565 1530

Merrivale Primary School Parents Club 5561 2507

St Joseph’s Primary School Association 5561 0823

St Pius X School Parents & Friends 5562 9952

Warrnambool College Ex Students’ Association (in recess) 5562 0388

Warrnambool College Parents, Friends & Teachers 5562 3131

Warrnambool East Primary School Council 5562 4100

Warrnambool Primary School Council 5561 5955

West Warrnambool Primary Parents 5561 3161

EMERGENCY SERVICESSt John Ambulance Australia Warrnambool Division 0427 847 850

State Emergency Service 0408 529 474

ENVIRONMENTBird Observers Club 5562 9180

Field Naturalist Club Warrnambool 5566 2319

Friends of the Botanical Gardens 5562 4800 Warrnambool Coastcare Landcare Group (03) 5562 3371

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0403 550 766 South West Environmental Action Group (SWEAG) 5561 3105

Warrnambool Coastcare Landcare Group 5562 3371

FESTIVALS/FESTIVAL COMMITTEESKoroit Irish Festival Committee 5565 8470

Port Fairy Folk Festival Committee Inc 5568 0525

GARDENING & PLANTSOrchid Society 5564 8800

Society for Growing Australian Plants 5568 7226

GUIDE & SCOUT GROUPSGuides Support Group 5562 1750

Guides Victoria 5562 9879

Scout Group Norfolk Warrnambool 5565 8671

Scouts Australia - South Western District 55625197

Tooram Scout Group Warrnambool 55659465

HEALTH Community ServicesAustralian Red Cross - South West Emergency Response Volunteers 0419595869

Lifeline South West Inc. 5559 0555

Oxfam (Warrnambool Group) 5562 8385

St Vincent de Paul Society 5562 9370

Vantage Inc. 5562 2294

HEALTH DisabilityMpower Inc. 5561 8111

Southern Way Direct Care Service 5564 3444

Vision Australia 1300 84 7466

HEALTH MedicalWarrnambool Medical Staff Association 5563 1666

HEALTH Mental HealthAspire - A Pathway to Mental Health 5560 3000

HEALTH Support GroupsAmnesty International 5562 7816

Breastfeeding Association 5562 2083

Brophy Family & Youth Services 5561 8888

Cancer Council Can Do Club 5562 5446

DASH (Daily Activities & Self Help) 5560 3000

Heart Support Australia 5562 7343

Lipreading Group 5562 5243

Multiple Birth Support Group Inc - South West 5562 2663

Parents without Partners Support Group 5562 5759

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Polio Support Group 5562 5685

South Western Centre Against Sexual Assault (CASA) 5564 4144

Yalundah Parents & Friends 5562 6852

HISTORICALFamily History Group (Genealogical Studies) 5562 0388

Historical Society - Warrnambool & District 5562 7105

LEGALLaw Association - Western District 5560 2000

Royal Victorian Association of Honorary Justice - South West Branch 5599 2081

MARKETSHillside Market 5562 7030

Stallholders Support Group 0419 246 516

Undercover Market 0418 528 927

MISCELLANEOUS3WAY FM Community Radio 5561 2666

Active Minds 5560 5624

Cemetery Trust 5562 2372

Lodge Warrnambool 5561 5102

Real Estate Institute of Victoria - Otway Division 5561 2111

Tourism Association 0438 182 664

Toy Library 5560 5116

Warrnambool Miura Sister City Association 5561 3070

MUSIC / THEATRE GROUPSCity Band 5562 9309

Do Re Mi Music for Children 5562 0886

Eisteddfod Society Inc 5562 5446

Holiday Actors 5561 6103

Mozart Choral Groups 5562 6369

Pipes & Drums Inc - Warrnambool & District 0439 336 545

Sing Australia - Warrnambool Choir 5562 0466

Theatre Company 5562 6560

Theatre Company Chorale 5561 3522

Warrnambool Symphony Orchestra 5560 2133

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NEIGHBOURHOOD ASSOCIATIONS & COMMUNITY HOUSESCommunity House 5561 4624

Neighbourhood & Community Centre 5561 4624

Dennington Community Association 5562 9031

Merrivale Community Association 55621339

South Warrnambool Community Association 5561 3806

POLITICAL BRANCHESAustralian Labor Party - Warrnambool Branch 5562 6241

Liberal Party Warrnambool Branch 5565 8660

RECREATION

Aero Club 5561 3003

Bridge Club 5562 5649

Camera Club 5561 2041

CB Radio Club 5562 3948

Gem Club 5562 2997

Model Aircraft Club 5562 0852

Model Railway Club 5562 1170

PC Users Group 5561 2107

Philatelic Society C/- St Josephs Primary School 5561 6539

South Western District Restoration Group 5593 1109

Wine & Food Society 5562 0888

Writers Group 5559 4990

RELIGIONAnglican Parish Council 5561 1687

Baptist Church - Warrnambool & District 5561 1066

Catholic Womens League 5562 3145

Chaplaincy Committee 55624848

Christ Church Anglican Women’s Guild 55627656

Christ Church Mothers’ Union 55605724

Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints 5561 5066

Extreme Life Inc. 5562 9348

Gateway Church of Christ 5562 0244

Jehovah’s Witnesses 5562 3233

New Life Christian Church 5562 0007

Presbyterian Women’s Missionary Union 5562 1860

Revival Fellowship 5561 3834

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St Pius X Parish 5562 5033

Trinity Lutheran Church 5562 5946

U.C.A.F. Warrnambool 5562 1505

Warrnambool Orthodox Church 5562 4925

SENIOR CITIZENSCombined Pensioners Association 5562 3667

Independent Retirees Association 5561 6539

Lyndoch Auxillary 5562 1420

Senior Citizens Club 5562 9802

SERVICE CLUBSApex Club of Warrnambool 5562 3544

Country Fire Authority 5562 3206

Country Women’s Association 5562 3778

Day View Club 5562 6427

Kiwanis Club of Warrnambool 5561 5220

Ladies Probus Club of Warrnambool Inc 5562 1785

Laurel Club of Warrnambool Legacy 5562 1430

Lions Club of Warrnambool 5562 8294

Naval Association of Australia - South West Sub Section 5565 8121

Probus - Combined Club of Twin Rivers 5562 2484

Probus Club Ladies - Norfolk Warrnambool 5561 5328

Probus Club Mens 5561 3070

Probus Club of Hopkins Ladies 5561 0312

Probus Ladies Club of Warrnambool East 5562 5446

Red Cross Australia (W’Bool Unit) 5561 1739

Red Cross Australian 5561 5991

Rostrum Club of Warrnambool 5562 3286

Rotary Club - Warrnambool Central 5563 1527

Rotary Club of Warrnambool 55614153

Rotary Club of Warrnambool Daybreak 5561 4120

Rotary Club of Warrnambool East 5565 8660

RSL Ex-Service Women - Warrnambool & District 5560 5526

RSL Sub Branch 55613304

RSL Sub-branch 5562 4634

Warrnambool Legacy Club Incorporated 5562 2057

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Warrnambool Rostrum Club 5562 3286

SPORT AthleticsWarrnambool Little Athletics Club 0409 966 918

SPORT Bowling ClubsCity Memorial Bowls Club 5561 4155

Dennington Bowls Club 5561 2071

Indoor Bias Bowls Association 5599 6283

St John’s Bowls Club 5562 3678

St John’s Ladies’ Bowls Club 5562 2479

Warrnambool Bowls Club inc - Board of Managment 5561 4586

Warrnambool Bowls Club Ladies’ Section 5562 6379

Warrnambool Bowls Club Mens’ Section 5561 4586

Western District Bowls Association 5568 2791

SPORT CricketAllansford Cricket Club 5565 1214

Brierly Christ Church Cricket Club 5561 1159

Cricket Association - Warrnambool & District 5565 1661

Cricket Umpires Association 5565 1883

Dennington Cricket Club 5562 8031

East Warrnambool Cricket Club 5561 3585

Merrivale Cricket Club 5562 3056

Nestles Cricket club 5562 2778

Russell’s Creek Cricket Club 5561 3928

Wesley CBC Cricket Club 5562 9212

West Warrnambool Cricket Club 5559 5955

Woodford Cricket Club 5562 3317

SPORT CyclingBMX Club 0427 052 424

Veterans Cycling Club 5561 3388

Warrnambool Citizen Road Race Committee 5562 5115

Warrnambool Cycling Club 5562 9407

Warrnambool Mountain Bike Club Inc 0428 126 075

SPORT EquestrianDennington Pony Club 5561 4662

Harness Racing Club Inc 5569 2381

Light Horse Troop - Corangamite 55676191

Racing Club 5562 2211

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Riding for the Disabled (Warrnambool) 5569 2381

Warrnambool Adults Riding Club 5564 8806

Warrnambool Pony Club 5567 6469

SPORT FishingAnglers Club Warrnambool & District 5562 8404

Angling Club - Allansford & District 5562 8021

Angling South Western District Association 5562 1939

Flyfishers Club 5562 3298

Offshore & Light Game Fishing Club 5561 5272

SPORT Football / Netball ClubsAllansford Football Netball Club 5565 1478

Deakin University Football Netball Club 5563 2430

Dennington football Netball Club 0409 429 306

East Warrnambool football Netball Club 5562 3583

Football Umpires Association 5561 9338

Hampden Football Netball League Inc 5560 5211

Hampden Football Netball League Inc Juniors 5562 0009

Merrivale Football Netball Club 5562 0860

Netball Association - Warrnambool City 0417 134 176

North Warrnambool Eagles Football Netball Club 5561 2168

Old Collegians Football Netball Club 5562 8029

Russells Creek Club - Football, Netball, Cricket 0417 507 937

South Warrnambool Football Netball Club

Warrnambool & District Football Netball League 5562 0169

Warrnambool Football/Netball Club 5562 3600

SPORT GolfLady Golfers - Warrnambool Golf Club 5562 3160

Warrnambool Golf Club 5562 2108

SPORT HockeyHockey Association inc - Warrnambool & District 0437 942 082

Roller Hockey Club 5562 9868

SPORT Martial ArtsFunakoshi Karate Australia 0427 815 293

Taekwondo Centre 5562 4242

SPORT Motor SportsDrag Racing Association 5562 0606

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Four Wheel Drive Club 0427 943 321

Laang Speedway club 5566 2387

Motor Cycle Club 5599 2210

Premier Speedway Club 5562 8229

Warrnambool Kart Club 5561 6323

SPORT OtherArchers of Warrnambool 5562 6751

Badminton Association 5562 6516

Basketball Inc. 5562 7969

Calisthenics Club Warrnambool 0409 613 966

Croquet Club 5562 1915

Darts Warrnambool Association 5561 5140

Pigeon - Warrnambool & District Racing Club 5561 2381

Springers Inc. Warrnambool 0417 104 708

University Rugby Union and Touch Club 5563 3786

Volleyball Association 5561 6733

Walkers Inc 5565 8082

Warrnambool Table Tennis Association 5560 5569

SPORT Greyhound RacingGreyhound Owners, Trainers & Breeders 0409 008 969

Greyhound Racing Club 5561 2766

SPORT SoccerWarrnambool Rangers Football Club 5562 0700

Warrnambool Wolves Football Club Inc (Soccer) 0438 809 707

SPORT ShootingClay Target Club 5562 2391

Rifle Association - South Western District 5562 6124

Small Bore & Air Rifle Club 5562 8182

Warrnambool Field & Game Association 0419 103 885

SPORT SwimmingWarrnambool Olympic Pistol Club 5568 7292

Amateur Swimming Club 5565 4296

B2R Aquatic Warrnambool 5561 2414

Mile Swim - Warrnambool Surf Life Saving Club 5561 1409

Swimming Club - Masters 5564 4444

Warrnambool Swimming Club 5562 2281

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SPORT TennisChrist Church Tennis Club 5561 3388

Lawn Tennis Club 5562 8753

Warrnambool & District Junior Tennis Association 5562 4100

SPORT Water SportsKayak Canoe Club 5562 8213

Nestles Rowing Club 5560 3322

Rowing Club of Warrnambool 5562 4108

Surf Life Saving Club Warrnambool 5562 2506

Swimming Association: Amateur - Western District 5598 3054

Water Ski Club 5562 0118

Yacht Club 0439 058 995

Yachting Council of Victoria - Western Region Sub Committee 5562 2152

VETERAN AFFAIRSNational Servicemen’s Association 5562 7241

South West Veterans Centre 5561 2566

Vietnam Veterans Association Australia 5561 2566

VOLUNTEERSRoyal Children’s Hospital Auxiliary South Western 5561 2873

Save The Children Fund 5562 7418

Vietnam Veterans Association of Australia - Warrnambool Sub Branch 5561 2566

Warrnambool Auxiliary for South West Healthcare 5562 7643

World Vision Supporters Network 5562 9737

Warrnambool City Council compiles this directory based on contributions from the community. If you would like your group included in this directory, please contact Council on 5559 4800 or email bbillington@warrnambool.vic.gov.au.

This directory can be viewed online at www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au.

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January • World Series Sprintcars• Greyhound Racing Seaside Carnival• Coast Action/Coastcare – Summer by

the Sea Program• Summer Fun Activities at Lake Pertobe

– fun for the family• Antiques and Collectables Fair• Surf to Surf Fun Run/Walk• Summer Racing Carnival• Gem & Mineral Exhibition• Warrnambool Model Railway Expo• Holiday Actors Production –

“Oklahoma”• Open Annual Singles Croquet

Tournament• Des Notely Memorial

Classic Bowls Pairs• Australia Day –

Celebrate What’s Great!• Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic• Annual Seaside Basketball Carnival• Country Week Tennis (Teams Carnival)• Warrnambool & District Kennel &

Obedience Club Championship Show

February• Wunta Fiesta• Warrnambool Surf Life Saving Club

Tony Ryan Memorial Bay Swim• Relay for Life• Sungold Field Days• Warrnambool Apex Club –

Incredible Auction• Family Fun Day

(Warrnambool Art Gallery)

For updated details of all events, collect a copy of our monthly ‘What’s On inWarrnambool’ from the Warrnambool Visitor Information Centre or visit our website www.visitwarrnambool.com.au

March • Annual Seaside Volleyball Tournament• Gnatannwarr Multicultural Festival• Warrnambool Open Labour Day

Tennis Tournament• Victorian Veterans Golf Association

State Championships

April • Annual Autumn Bowls Classic• Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village – Day on

the Hill (Easter)• Annual Easter Fishing Competition• Easter Sprintcar Trail• South West CWA Exhibition

May

• City of Warrnambool Eisteddfod • Maytime Fair • May Racing Carnival • South West Coast Piper Drummer • Hardwired

June

• Southern Right Whales arrive!! • FUN4KIDS FESTIVAL (8 days Victorian

Winter School Holidays)

July

• Warrnambool Sungold Junior Golf Tournament

• City of Warrnambool Art Show

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August

• Indoor Bias Bowls Tournament – Mixed Fours

• Championship Cat Show• Shipwreck Coast Golf Tournament • Winter Croquet Tournament

September

• Southern Right Whales depart!!• Koroit to Warrnambool Half Marathon• Warrnambool Chocolate Week

October • Spring Orchid Show• Weekend of Dancing• Warrnambool Agricultural Show• Annual Warrnambool Bridge Congress• Melbourne to Warrnambool Road Cycling Classic• Victorian Seniors Festival - Celebrage• Agility / Jumping Dog Trials

November

• Warrnambool Maritime Music Festival• Junior Basketball Carnival• South West Regional Games• One & All Festival• Sunday Extravaganza of Golf

December • Carols by Candlelight• New Year’s Eve on the Hill• Sungold Junior Open

Tennis Tournament

Events 2010

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WARRNAMBOOL CITY COUNCIL

25 Liebig Street, Warrnambool(03) 5559 4800www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au