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Extraordinary voices tell their stories

Hundreds treated to inspiring, thought-provoking and entertaining presentations at 2025 Festival of Stories.

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29 Jul 2025
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Development crane to farewell Cowes

The developers of $40 million apartment complex say it’s slated for completion in late 2025.

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29 Jul 2025
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Sore feet, but an extraordinary feat

Jack Montgomery’s 110-kilometre run raised over $26,000 for Free 3D Hands.

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29 Jul 2025
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Lull in cruise ships visiting Phillip Island

However island has highest passenger rating satisfaction score for Australia and NZ, according to one cruise company.

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29 Jul 2025
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A Marine Mili series: Necklaces for the sea creatures

The Neptune’s Necklace is a type of seaweed found in Victorian waters.

Mili Janjic
8 hours ago

Upcoming Events

23 March - 30 August
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Learn to Live Lightly

Are you interested in growing veggies? Do you want to learn about solar panels and home batteries? Are you trying to live a more sustainable life? Then we’ve got something for you. Bass Coast Shire Council is excited to launch Living Lightly Bass...

Sunday, 23rd March 2025
9:00am - 5:00pm
9:00am - Learn to Live Lightly events on Phillip Island
Learn to Live Lightly events on Phillip Island
30 July
Events

Shore Break: theatre & mental health panel

A groundbreaking one-off event at Berninneit on July 30, combining live theatre, expert panels on mental health, as well as the opportunity to discuss mental health, bonding and connect. Shore Break is a compelling 75-minute piece of theatre...

Wednesday, 30th July 2025
7:30pm - 10:00pm
7:30pm - Berninneit - Cowes Cultural Centre
Berninneit - Cowes Cultural Centre
31 July
Events

Summerland Peninsula Masterplan - consultation

Phillip Island Nature Parks consultation sessions aim to capture community sentiment on the future of the Summerland Peninsula. The sessions are the first stage in putting together a new masterplan for the Summerland Peninsula. Jarvis Weston, the...

Thursday, 31st July 2025
12:30pm - 1:30pm
12:30pm - North Pier Hotel - upstairs function room
North Pier Hotel - upstairs function room
01 August - 03 August
Events

Don’t miss a beat: Inverloch Jazz returns

Get ready for a spectacular weekend of music, rhythm and community as the Inverloch Jazz Festival returns from Friday August 1 to Sunday August 3. The program is out now, and jazz lovers are urged to secure their spot, as tickets are selling fast...

Friday, 01st August 2025
12:00am - 12:01am
12:00am - Inverloch
Inverloch
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Planned power outages continue

Properties in Cowes were without power last Wednesday for eight hours, as part of a planned outage by AusNet.

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15 hours ago
Health

Sports trivia night to support tradies’ mental health

In support of Tradies Health Month, the Phillip Island Health Hub Auxiliary is holding a community-focused sports trivia night and mental health information session on Saturday August 16, at the Phillip Island Football Netball Club

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15 hours ago
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A new space – for bank and the community

The Bendigo Community Bank in San Remo officially moved into a new and more spacious building last week, marking a significant milestone for both the bank and the local community.

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15 hours ago
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New playgrounds for Cowes Primary

Cowes Primary School students returned to an exciting new addition this term, with a brand-new rope climbing structure unveiled on the school oval.

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15 hours ago

Upcoming Events

23 March - 30 August
Events

Learn to Live Lightly

Are you interested in growing veggies? Do you want to learn about solar panels and home batteries? Are you trying to live a more sustainable life? Then we’ve got something for you. Bass Coast Shire Council is excited to launch Living Lightly Bass...

Sunday, 23rd March 2025
9:00am - 5:00pm
9:00am - Learn to Live Lightly events on Phillip Island
Learn to Live Lightly events on Phillip Island
30 July
Events

Shore Break: theatre & mental health panel

A groundbreaking one-off event at Berninneit on July 30, combining live theatre, expert panels on mental health, as well as the opportunity to discuss mental health, bonding and connect. Shore Break is a compelling 75-minute piece of theatre...

Wednesday, 30th July 2025
7:30pm - 10:00pm
7:30pm - Berninneit - Cowes Cultural Centre
Berninneit - Cowes Cultural Centre
31 July
Events

Summerland Peninsula Masterplan - consultation

Phillip Island Nature Parks consultation sessions aim to capture community sentiment on the future of the Summerland Peninsula. The sessions are the first stage in putting together a new masterplan for the Summerland Peninsula. Jarvis Weston, the...

Thursday, 31st July 2025
12:30pm - 1:30pm
12:30pm - North Pier Hotel - upstairs function room
North Pier Hotel - upstairs function room
01 August - 03 August
Events

Don’t miss a beat: Inverloch Jazz returns

Get ready for a spectacular weekend of music, rhythm and community as the Inverloch Jazz Festival returns from Friday August 1 to Sunday August 3. The program is out now, and jazz lovers are urged to secure their spot, as tickets are selling fast...

Friday, 01st August 2025
12:00am - 12:01am
12:00am - Inverloch
Inverloch
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Football

A big win for the U16’s

R.16 u16s v KILLY-BASS 2025

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29 Jul 2025
Football

Another strong win for Reserves

R.16 Reserves v KILLY-BASS 2025

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29 Jul 2025
Football

Wet and wild weekend for the Panthers - U16’s

Killy Bass Results - U16’s

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29 Jul 2025
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A big win for the U16’s

R.16 u16s v KILLY-BASS 2025

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29 Jul 2025
Football

Another strong win for Reserves

R.16 Reserves v KILLY-BASS 2025

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29 Jul 2025
Football

Celebrations for Jamie Youle’s 250th game

The Phillip Island Bulldogs celebrated a major milestone on the weekend as club footy player Jamie Youle ran out for his 250th senior game. A fierce competitor and respected teammate, Jamie’s commitment and leadership have made him a pillar of the...

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29 Jul 2025
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Bees swarm Cape Woolamai home

“Bees will swarm in the outdoors within a couple of hundred metres of a hive. From that swarm they will send out scouts to find somewhere to move to live.” To learn more about local swarms, read last year’s informative interview with Phillip...

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28 Sep 2021
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We’re vaccinated, are you?

WE’RE VACCINATED, ARE YOU? The Covid-19 vaccine is our best shot at keeping us all safe. So we’ve teamed up with our mates at the Advertiser to encourage everyone to get the jab. Join our vaccination heroes and get the jab to protect you, your...

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06 Sep 2021
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Cowes jetty update

Work on the Cowes jetty is proceeding as part of upgrade that started last year to improve safety and accessibility of the pier. The jetty remains open while work proceeds. However there may be slightly restricted access to some areas, at times

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04 Jun 2021