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SOUTH GIPPSLAND
South Gippsland has plenty of gems along the coast between Inverloch and Wilsons
Promontory - Venus Bay, Cape Liptrap Coastal Park and Waratah Bay are all worth explor-
ing. Inland among the farming communities are some great drives through the Strzelecki
Ranges, the Great Southern Rail Trail cycle path and trendy villages such as Koonwarra
and Fish Creek.
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Inverloch
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Fabulous surf, calm inlet beaches and outstanding diving and snorkelling make the coast
along the road between Cape Paterson and Inverloch a popular destination. You'll wonder
what all of the fuss is about if you pass through in winter, but stay for a few days in sum-
mer and you'll come to appreciate Inverloch's charms, not least among which is its unpre-
tentious vibe.
Festivals & Events
Inverloch Jazz Festival
(
www.inverlochjazzfest.org.au
; Mar)
Inverloch draws the crowds when it hosts the popular In-
verloch Jazz Festival on the Labour Day long weekend each March.
MUSIC
Courses
Offshore Surf School
( 0407 374 743;
www.offshoresurfschool.com.au
;
32 Park St; 2hr lesson $60)
If you want to learn to catch a
wave, the Offshore Surf School offers lessons at the main town surf beach.
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