Meet the makers, growers, crafters and creators – who strive to make their mark in their own special part of the Great Ocean Road. Meet locals inspired by the incredible force of the ocean and the area's natural landscape to create swimwear, sea-shanty songs, sand art and dance. Follow their lead and re-connect with a sense of space.

Meet the people

Emma Bäcklund, U&I Label, Torquay, Great Ocean Road, Victoria

Emma Bäcklund, Torquay

Meet the makers
Co-owner of swimwear line U&I Label and surfer Emma Bäcklund seeks inspiration in her coastal community of Torquay and along the Great Ocean Road.
Jordan Lockett, Port Fairy, Great Ocean Road, Victoria

Jordan Lockett, Port Fairy

Meet the makers
The Southern Ocean Sea Band musician Jordan Lockett finds inspiration in his home of Port Fairy, drawing from landscape and history.
Salty One, Lowell Hunter, Warrnambool, Great Ocean Road, Victoria

Lowell Hunter, Warrnambool

Meet the makers
Known as Salty One, artist Lowell Hunter draws on traditional dance and his connection to Sea Country to create epic sand art on Victoria's southwest coast..
Lizzie Corke, Wildlife Wonders, Apollo Bay, Great Ocean Road, Victoria

Lizzie Corke, Wildlife Wonders

Meet the makers
Conservationist Lizzie Corke of Wildlife Wonders shares her favourite spots for nature and wildlife along the Great Ocean Road.
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Explore

Plan a Great Ocean Road getaway. Drop in at distilleries, restaurants and breweries, and explore the best of the coast.
Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia

3 day Great Ocean Road getaway

Road trips & itineraries
Explore the best coastal attractions, seaside towns, wildlife watching and waterfalls along the Great Ocean Road on our three-day getaway road trip.
12 Apostles, Great Ocean Road, Victoria

Great Ocean Road Touring Route

Road trips & itineraries
Take this magnificent three-day self-drive touring route from surf capital Torquay to the famous 12 Apostles, ending at historic village Port Fairy.
Brae, Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia

Otway Harvest Trail

Eat & drink
Indulge your foodie whims and discover fine produce, wining and dining options at farm gates and provedores, wineries and breweries along the trail.

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Taste the best of Victoria's regions at farm gate stalls, markets and food festivals celebrating fresh, seasonal and local produce.
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