The Nobbies boardwalks and car park have reopened today, Thursday October 30, ahead of the Melbourne Cup weekend.  
 
"On the way to soak up the views at the spectacular Nobbies boardwalks, visitors can stop in at the Penguin Parade Visitor Centre, open from midday each day, to pick up a hot beverage and to access bathroom facilities," said a Nature Parks spokesperson.

"Public toilets are also available at the Penguin Parade car park."  
 
The Boulevard (Southern Road), running along the South coast of the Summerland Peninsula, between the Nobbies and the Penguin Parade, remains open for moving traffic (no parking). 
 
"To ensure the site is structurally safe, further critical repair works are being undertaken on the building from October 2025 through to March 2026," advised the Nature Parks' spokesperson.
 
"The Nobbies Centre will remain closed while planning is underway for the updated Summerland Peninsula Master Plan.

"As part of this, we are seeking the views of our community, visitors, and key stakeholders on the future of the Nobbies site. We want to ensure any further investment in the Nobbies facility helps to achieve the community’s long-term aspirations for this site."