Bellarine Bayside Holiday Parks

30/10/2026

Some getaways are about doing more. This one is about slowing down.

Glass French doors, sand at your feet and uninterrupted views across Port Phillip Bay. From the You Yangs to the Melbourne skyline, this is coastal accommodation with a view that’s hard to leave behind.

Our exclusive Luxury Beach Pods are made for one or two - whether you’re celebrating something special or simply taking some well-deserved time out.

And if they were any closer to the bay, you’d be in the water. 🌊

Book your beach pods here: https://shorturl.at/UbaPb

29/10/2026

☀️ Melbourne Cup long weekend update☀️

We still have availability this long weekend in one of our beautiful new villas, sleeping up to 8 guests, or a Park Cabin sleeping up to 6.

📅 Friday 30 October – Tuesday 3 November

These can now be booked online here: https://shorturl.at/FagFz or give our friendly customer service team a call 03 5254 4000.

28/10/2026

💙 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂, 𝗣𝘂𝗱!

Today marks the end of an incredible chapter as Wayne ‘Pud’ Trewin retires after 46 years of service to our holiday parks and camping community.

For generations of campers, Pud has been a familiar and friendly face who helped make our holiday parks feel like a home away from home. His kindness, dedication and genuine care have left a lasting impression on countless guests and our wider community.

Pud is incredibly grateful for the friendships, memories and good times he has shared over the years. Those connections and moments will always hold a special place in his heart.

While we'll miss seeing Pud around the parks, we're excited for him as he begins this next adventure.

👏 Please join us in wishing Pud a happy, healthy and well-deserved retirement and feel free to share your favourite Pud memory in the comments below.

26/10/2026

Looking for something to do this weekend?
Gather your family and friends and enjoy a vibrant day of culture, food and fun at the Portarlington Greek Festival - this Sunday, 1 November. 🎶🫒🍋
After a popular debut last year, the festival is back at W.G. Little Reserve, bringing the community together to celebrate Greek culture with delicious food, music, entertainment, market stalls, kids’ activities and more. Entry by donation.💙🤍

23/10/2026

We’re looking forward to welcoming campers back for another fantastic season by the coast.

📍 Opening Friday, 30 October: Batman Park in Indented Head and Bengalat Reserve in St Leonards will be ready to welcome visitors just in time for the Melbourne Cup long weekend.

📍 Opening Friday, 11 December: Anderson, Taylor and Karrong Reserves will open later in the season.

We can’t wait to see the Bellarine come alive with another summer of coastal adventures, community connections and making memories by the water! 🌊

21/10/2026

🌊 Last-minute Melbourne Cup long weekend getaway☀️
Dreaming of a coastal escape? A last-minute opening has just become available in one of our beautiful new villas.

📅 Friday 30 October – Tuesday 3 November
Sleeping up to 8 guests, it’s perfect for a long weekend away with family or friends.

📞 This special availability isn’t bookable online. Give our friendly team a call on 03 5254 4000 to secure your stay.

15/10/2026

The Portarlington Greek Festival returns 1 November - mark in your diary and make a weekend of it.

Please support the Greek festival in its 2nd year in our town - a fun day for all!!

09/10/2026

🍋 Market days on the Bellarine 🛍️🌿

There’s nothing like a morning spent wandering local market stalls, discovering handmade treasures, picking up fresh produce and enjoying delicious treats! ☀️

Save these dates for your next visit and get ready to explore some of the wonderful markets happening across the Bellarine over the coming month:�

Sunday 11 October | Point Lonsdale Primary School Market
📍 Point Lonsdale Primary School�This much-loved community market is held on the second Sunday of the month. Enjoy a relaxed wander, discover local treasures and soak up the friendly community atmosphere.

�Sunday 18 October | Drysdale Community Market
📍 Drysdale Reserve
Enjoy a relaxed Sunday morning exploring local stalls and produce, and experience all the community charm of Drysdale. Held on the third Sunday of the month through until May.

�Sunday 25 October | Portarlington Community Market
📍 WG Little Reserve
The biggest, busiest and one of the most picturesque markets on the Bellarine! Held on the fourth Sunday of the month through to April, it’s a must-visit for market lovers.

Sunday 25 October | Queenscliff Community Market
📍 Lower Princess Park
Coinciding with the Queenscliff Music Festival, discover unique art and handcrafts, original jewellery, mouth-watering street food, garden plants, tasty baked goods, free live music and so much more!

Sunday 1 November | Ocean Grove Summer Market (Rotary Market)
📍 Ocean Grove Park
Held on the first Sunday of the month, with more than 100 stalls, this vibrant market is the perfect place to browse local art, handmade crafts, clothing and delicious food. Enjoy live musicians, kids’ entertainment and a wonderful community atmosphere.

✨ Make a day of it on the Bellarine! Gather your friends, bring the family and support local makers, growers and small businesses while soaking up the best of our beautiful coastal region.

01/10/2026

Looking forward to Hooked on Bellarine returning to Portarlington this Sunday - come and join in the fishing fun!

Heading to Hooked on Bellarine this Sunday? Why not throw a line in and have a crack at the FREE Family Fishing Competition, run by the Bellarine Pirates Angling Club and St Leonards Angling Club group?

There’s a category for everyone, from first-timers to experienced fishers, juniors and nippers, with plenty of prizes and trophies up for grabs. 🏆

DETAILS:
📅 Sunday 4 October 2026
⏰ Fish from 8am–1.50pm
⚖️ Weigh-in: 1–2pm at the Bellarine Pirates marquee, located at Portarlington Safe Harbour Foreshore
🏆 Presentations: 2.15pm
💰 FREE to enter — registration required before fishing, but you can register on the day or pre-register via text/email
ℹ All the nitty-gritty details, including categories, eligible species, rules and how to pre-register, can be found at www.vfa.vic.gov.au/bellarinefishcomp.

This comp is just one part of the fun at Hooked on Bellarine, with free Fishcare Victoria Inc. 'Come & Try' fishing clinics for kids and adults, fresh seafood, market stalls, free kids’ activities, a Fishing Swap Meet and plenty more happening throughout the day! All the details here: www.vfa.vic.gov.au/hookedonbellarine.

24/09/2026

Looking for school holiday activities? Get on board these Bellarine Railway rides.

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS - Week one is all about Steam Trains!

We kick off the week with the SWAN BAY EXPRESS, with a special 'Marine and Freshwater Discovery' experience running on Tuesday at 11:00am, connecting with the Swan Bay Station and the local Marine Discovery Centre.

To round out the week, another SEASIDE EXPLORER for the history books on Friday, as we welcome steam locomotive 'Poziéres' back to Drysdale for the first time in over five years!

Tickets are still available for all journey options here:
www.bellarinerailway.com.au/heritage-train-rides.