Anglesea

Lying close to the south-eastern border of the Australian mainland, Anglesea is a seaside township in the state of Victoria. Directly fronting Bass Strait, the town is located along the Great Ocean Road about 115 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, the state capital. Established in 1884, its name is believed to be derived from Isle of Anglesey, a county off the north-west coast of Wales.

Anglesea, which has an estimated population of 2,300 residents, is part of the Local Government Area of Surf Coast Shire. The town is within the State District of Polwarth (in the Victorian Legislative Assembly) and the Federal Division of Corangamite (in the Australian House of Representatives).

The town of Anglesea has much to offer residents and visitors alike thanks to its wide range of activities and attractions to experience, as well as its culture and sights to appreciate:

Whether it is thrilling adventures, competitive sports, or engaging tours, enthusiasts of all sorts will have much to enjoy in Anglesea. A few notable examples are the Anglesea Golf Club, Anglesea Power Station, Anglesea Surf Lifesaving Club, Escape Discovery Adventures, Go Birding Eco-Tour, Great Ocean Road Day Tour, Great Ocean Road Surf Tours, Southern Exposure, Warbird Air Adventures, and Westcoast Adventure.

People who prefer to experience Anglesea's cultural and natural heritage also have much to appreciate in the community. Those who wish to learn about the local art and culture can pay the Melaleuca Galleries a visit. Those who wish to spend time with nature can trek through some of the gardens, parks, and trails in and around the area, such as Anglesea Health, Coogoorah Park, Edna Bowman Reserve, Great Otway National Park, Lions Park Reserve, and Point Addis Marine National Park.