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đź“š Looking for a holiday read or a Christmas gift with a local twist?Several Phillip Island and region authors have recen...
20/12/2025

đź“š Looking for a holiday read or a Christmas gift with a local twist?

Several Phillip Island and region authors have recently released new books:

🖊️ Sandi Wallace has released her fifth novel, What You Don’t Know… Will Hurt You, a dark mystery set on an island. Available at Turn the Page Cowes and online in ebook, paperback and hardcover. A local launch will be held at Berninneit Library on January 31.

🔍 Leon Herbert, 86, has published The Phillip Island Detective, a collection of 60 short crime and mystery stories set on the island. Available in paperback and ebook on Amazon.

🌿 Bruce Chandler has released Memories from French Island and Beyond, a moving collection of poems reflecting on life, family and country. Available locally for $20 — enquiries: [email protected]

đź“– Lorrie Read has released the first instalment of her memoir, Was That Nice? A Tale of Travel and Transformation, which has already drawn glowing reviews. Available at Turn the Page Cowes for $20, with limited copies.

Support local authors and discover some wonderful reads these holidays 📚✨

As the holidays approach, Royal Life Saving Australia has urged everyone to make water safety a priority. Last summer, 1...
20/12/2025

As the holidays approach, Royal Life Saving Australia has urged everyone to make water safety a priority. Last summer, 139 people drowned between December 1, 2024 and February 28, 2025 - the equivalent of at least one drowning death every day.

Read the article here đź“°: https://www.pisra.com.au/warning-of-drowning-risk-this-summer/

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🎄 Phillip Island Senior’s Club Christmas LunchAround 80 members enjoyed a wonderful Christmas lunch on December 5, with ...
20/12/2025

🎄 Phillip Island Senior’s Club Christmas Lunch

Around 80 members enjoyed a wonderful Christmas lunch on December 5, with Melba Smith preparing a feast, assisted by kitchen helpers Mandy and G*i.

Guests were entertained by Chris Newman, who performed Christmas carols and golden oldies, making it a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon for all.

The Senior’s Club sincerely thanks its generous sponsors: Ray White Real Estate, Cowes RSL, Ladasha Jewellery, Penny Lane Café, The Barber, Flowers of Phillip Island, Bean’d San Remo, Beemo of San Remo, San Remo Hotel, Terry White Pharmacy and Priceline Pharmacy.

Following reports French Island’s koala population was unsustainable, the State Government has started vet checking the ...
19/12/2025

Following reports French Island’s koala population was unsustainable, the State Government has started vet checking the animals, with those deemed in poor condition by vets to be euthanised, with any joeys relocated to Phillip Island Nature Parks. To help slow population growth, healthy females will be implanted with contraceptive devices and released with healthy males.

Read the article here đź“°: https://www.pisra.com.au/hungry-french-island-koalas-to-be-euthanised/

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A former CEO of Tourism Victoria and Parks Victoria has created a new Phillip Island forum for the community to flag inf...
19/12/2025

A former CEO of Tourism Victoria and Parks Victoria has created a new Phillip Island forum for the community to flag infrastructure failures, after frustration about bureaucracy transparency on recent failed assets.

Read the article here đź“°: https://www.pisra.com.au/frustrated-at-asset-fails-jeff-acted/

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The annual Phillip Island CFA Santa Run is back, on Tuesday December 23, bringing some Christmas cheer to the community....
19/12/2025

The annual Phillip Island CFA Santa Run is back, on Tuesday December 23, bringing some Christmas cheer to the community.
Keep a lookout for Santa and all his helpers in the fire trucks as they make their way around the island spreading festive spirit.
Transported by a local fire truck, Santa will arrive for his tour of Cowes estates at approximately 3.30pm, beginning at Seagrove Estate and then ending at Erehwon Point around 7pm.
3.30pm: Seagrove Estate Park
3.40pm: Ramada Resort
3.55pm: Seaview Holiday Park
4.00pm: Wimbledon Heights Park
4.15pm: Anchor Belle Park
4.20pm: Park Lane
4.35pm: NRMA Park
4.45pm: Smiths Beach store
5.00pm: Beach Park
5.10pm: Ventnor Beach Park
5.25pm: Amaroo Park
5.35pm: Anchorage Camp Park
5.50pm: Bushy Park
6.00pm: Whytesands Park
6.15pm: Silverleaves Store
6.25pm: Rhyll Boat Ramp
6.40pm: Kahloa Park
6.50pm: Shearwater Park
7.05pm: Erehwon Point Park
Come along and say hello to Santa, as he spreads his message of Christmas cheer across the island.
All times are approximate. Keep an eye on the Phillip Island CFA page for any updates, as times might change due to operational requirements or weather conditions.

🎉 Village School celebrates 10 years of communityPhillip Island Village School marked its 10th anniversary under sunny s...
19/12/2025

🎉 Village School celebrates 10 years of community

Phillip Island Village School marked its 10th anniversary under sunny skies at its Berrys Beach Road campus, with students proudly running stalls selling handmade jewellery, screen-printed items and food they had planned and prepared themselves.

Principal Kate Eastcott said empowerment is central to the school’s philosophy, with students actively involved in planning events and learning through real-world experiences.

The celebrations included a Welcome to Country by Willie Pepper, reflections from founder Fiona McKenzie, live music and locally sourced food created by the students.

With a Department of Education Capital Grant funding two new classrooms, enrolments are set to grow in 2027 — a fitting next chapter for a school built on community spirit 🌱

Read the article here đź“°: https://www.pisra.com.au/village-school-10-years-of-community/

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Even though Bass Coast Shire councillors say there is an “unfolding catastrophe” from Phillip Island’s growing rabbit po...
18/12/2025

Even though Bass Coast Shire councillors say there is an “unfolding catastrophe” from Phillip Island’s growing rabbit population, the council has failed to offer methods to reduce their growing numbers. Rabbits reach reproductive maturity at three months of age, meaning one pair of rabbits can become 184 rabbits in 18 months.

Read the article here đź“°: https://www.pisra.com.au/island-rabbit-population-an-unfolding-catastrophe/

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The Save Our MotoGP campaign kicked off last week with more than 1000 people signing the petition and 175 emails being s...
18/12/2025

The Save Our MotoGP campaign kicked off last week with more than 1000 people signing the petition and 175 emails being sent to the Premier Jacinta Allan. TV media descended on Phillip Island following the campaign’s launch, with Rosa Scarlato from Pino’s Trattoria and Bass Coast Mayor Rochelle Halstead the faces of the campaign. Meanwhile councillors have added their weight, saying “best efforts could be best directed federally. Because there’s a real danger if we lose it from here, we’ll lose it from Australia”.

Read the article here đź“°: https://www.pisra.com.au/federal-government-should-support-motogp-on-island-council/

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🎓 Bass Coast College celebrates strong VCE resultsThere were plenty of smiles as VCE results were released, with Milla L...
18/12/2025

🎓 Bass Coast College celebrates strong VCE results

There were plenty of smiles as VCE results were released, with Milla Laub named College Dux after achieving an impressive ATAR of 95.2. Eight students recorded ATARs above 90, 21 students achieved study scores of 40+, and 69% of the cohort earned an ATAR over 50.

Milla was also named the inaugural recipient of the Country Universities Centre (CUC) Bass Coast Award, recognising dedication, perseverance and academic excellence.

Bass Coast College Principal Alison Gill congratulated all students on their resilience and achievements, while CUC Bass Coast said the award highlights what’s possible for local students pursuing higher education. 👏

The foreshore came alive for Carols by the Bay, with families spreading blankets, enjoying kids’ rides, food vans and fe...
18/12/2025

The foreshore came alive for Carols by the Bay, with families spreading blankets, enjoying kids’ rides, food vans and festive fun as the bay shimmered in the afternoon sun.

Santa arrived just after 6pm in the bright red Phillip Island fire truck, delighting children dressed in their Christmas best. Local performers filled the stage before the night ended with a joyful carol singalong and a spectacular fireworks display lighting up the Cowes sky.

More photos at: https://www.pisra.com.au/community-shines-at-carols-by-the-bay/

No, the Nobbies Centre is not being demolished or rebuilt.Recent works seen on site relate to critical safety repairs, i...
17/12/2025

No, the Nobbies Centre is not being demolished or rebuilt.
Recent works seen on site relate to critical safety repairs, including the removal of the entry canopy.

Phillip Island Nature Parks says the centre will remain closed while long-term planning continues under the Summerland Peninsula Master Plan.
The works, costing around $650,000, are to make the site safe — not to reopen the facility.

Read the article here đź“°: https://www.pisra.com.au/safety-works-continue-at-closed-nobbies-centre/

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