Things to See & Do
Kiitos Living by Design is 'your design store on the Bellarine'. Situated in Barwon Heads and owned by a true local. Housing some of the worlds most appealing and desired contemporary homeware from the most loved design houses, Kiitos prides itself on quality. Derived from the Finnish word for thankyou, Kiitos houses such labels as marimekko and ittala along with other local and international brands as Fink & Co, Muuto, Alessi, and Design House Stockholm, amongst others.
They are now distributers of Acapulco Chair from Mexico in Australia. Each chair being hand crafted echoing a sense of individual charm, esprit and character. The perfect accompaniment to all settings.
Renowned for leading the way in designer fabrics, textiles, homewares and fashion, Kiitos Living by Design is your design store on the Bellarine.
Moss Grotto store stocks a selection of beautiful artefacts, fashion accessories, body products and handmade pieces from the likes of South Africa, India, and Mexico. Moss Grotto to provide a visual feast that represents a true sense of the owner.
Moss Grotto follows the mantra that there are "no rules - if you love it, buy it!" If you are a lover of all things beautiful, then Moss Grotto Emporium is the place for you. A new series of paintings will be stocked featuring images with colours too yummy and eye catching to resist.
The Basket Grove showcases a range of delicious products grown and made on Victoria's beautiful Bellarine Peninsula and Surf Coast. The Bellarine Baskets are a wonderful gift to share with those not yet familiar with the excellent local produce from this area. Those who have already tasted the delights of the Bellarine are also sure to enjoy this unique gift.
Whatever the occasion, the Basket Grove has a gift hamper to suit you. And remember the Basket Grove is always happy to custom design a hamper to your own taste. Seasonal fresh fruit can be included in larger arrangements.
Contact the shop to discuss your requirements.
Whether it's children's wear, a new surfboard or headwear for the Spring Racing Carnival, Barwon Heads has something to offer.
There are famous surf shops, while many boutiques sell stylish clothes and homewares.
Retail therapy musts:
FRITH
Kiitos Living by Design
Moss Industry
The Terrace Shopping
You can buy just about anything along the main street of Ocean Grove.
If you're after an outfit, there's surfwear shops, women's fashion stores, men's clothing stores, and a shoe shop.
Jewellery is available in many stores, from fine gold and silver to funky beads and chunky chains.
Gorgeous children's clothes can also be found at various shops, and the toy shop will keep the kids amused for a long while.
Whatever you are after there's no doubt you'll find something you simply have to take home with you from Ocean Grove at one of the many delightful shops along The Terrace.
Ocean Grove Marketplace
Ocean Grove marketplace, first opened around summer 05/06, is a shopping complex just out of town on the way to Queenscliff.
With gorgeous children's clothes, a relaxing day spa and bargains galore at the two dollar shop, the marketplace is becoming more and more popular as time goes by.
Fast food restaurants are a hit with the younger generation, whilst the opening of Safeway here has provided competition for Coles as well as a stack of jobs for local high school students
The marketplace is still relatively new and a great place to stop by and check out during your visit to Ocean Grove.
Ashby House Interiors prides itself in selling genuine pieces and can guarantee authenticity because all of the stock is personally selected. The stock ranges in age from early 1800s to the 1940's. They are elegant but unpretentious pieces, intended to be used and enjoyed every day for years to come.
The "Life of Lidia" label is featured how and is an extensive range of vintage clothing ranging from casual to formal wear and wedding gowns and veils.
There is a large collection of artwork by local artists and some of them will do commission work as well.
For your convenience Ashby House Interiors have lay-by, delivery, and there are also gift certificates and a bridal registry service has just started.
Shopping at Ashby House Interiors is a joyous experience and a taste of the French love of beautiful things to be used and enjoyed.
The Queenscliff shop opened its doors in 1995 and is located in a beautifully kept, heritage listed former Wesleyan Church. Built in 1868 the high ceiling and historic atmosphere create a charming environment in which to browse the wall to wall shelves when the weather's not so good for the beach.
The Bell Street Gallery showcases a magnificent range of inspiring surf and landscape photography predominantly from the Great Ocean Road region of Victoria. The Gallery is an outlet for a select handful of Victorian professional photographers. Their collection of work exposes the raw and at times frightening beauty of this ancient coastline, encompassing international iconic locations such as the Twelve Apostles and Bells Beach.
Located in Torquay, home of the annual Bells Beach pro surf contest and the gateway to the Great Ocean Road, the Bell Street Photographers Gallery features canvas and paper prints for sale and provides high-end archival quality printing and framing services. Prices start at $50 and all pieces are locally manufactured.
See the Great Ocean Road through the eyes of local photographers.
Open 7 days a week.
Come and visit our craft shop, run by the members of our co-operative team who make and sell their quality hand made items in our lovely heritage building in the main street of Drysdale, next to the Uniting Church, on the Bellarine Peninsular through Geelong on the Portarlington Road.
Our members make a range of goods including jewellery, children's clothes, baby wear, quilts, toys, dolls, wooden toys, hats, embroidered gifts, paintings, hand painted items, dried flower arrangements, tea cosies, pot holders, cushions, smocked frocks, scarves, bridal items, cards, gift knick-knacks, bags, Australian souvenirs, pottery, dolls clothes and more.
Is there a new baby in the family, then see our range of beautiful baby clothes, knitted jackets, bootees, bonnet/hats, quilts, blankets, cuddle rugs, toys and the list goes on!
If you cannot find what you want we have an order service, so ask and we will find a member who may be able to make the item for you.
We also have a layby service for your convenience for Birthdays, Christmas and special occasions.
We also make donations to local charities, our main charity being Cottage by the Sea.
Gifts with animal themes. Eponia has a wonderful menagerie of unique gifts for all ages inspired by the animal kingdom. Including wildlife, Australian fauna and pets. Greeting cards, ornaments, toys, homewares, beautiful jewellery and prints. Browse fascinating handicrafts from all over the world, all with an animal theme.
The retail store is located on the Surfcoast in Torquay, Victoria, Australia, 95 kilometres south west of Melbourne.
Ghanda was born in Torquay, it's home town. So they're very proud of their little store on the Surfcoast highway, in the Surf retail hub of Victoria. Ghanda clothing is a famous retail and online clothing store for surf and street style clothing and accessories.
Torquay and Jan Juc are famous for their surf beaches. Including Bells beach, the Surfing capital of Australia. It's a great holiday destination or even just for a day trip when you need to escape the city.
Leaf & Stone Garden Gallery is located in The Wintergarden building in Geelong.
It stocks a great collection of original water features and garden artwork. Including fountains, sculptures, outdoor art work, birdbaths, pots, plaques and sundials. As well as outdoor furniture, garden related Books, Bonsai or exotic garden ornaments that will help you add a new dimension to your Courtyard or Garden
Lili Fine Jewellery was established 2003 with 21 years of industry experience. They are a small family owned business specialising in quality handmade custom designed pieces from diamond engagement rings, remakes, remodels to simple jewellery repairs. All your jewellery needs can be completed on-site and in-store by a qualified jeweller.
Wendy is the jeweller and owner of Lili Fine Jewellery. She attended RMIT completing a gold and silver smithing diploma before completing a four year apprenticeship while working in the heart of the jewellery industry on Collins street in Melbourne. Wendy began her training as a seventeen year old and has worked at several places throughout Melbourne and along the Victorian coast working under, and with, a variety different characters with diverse styles has led Wendy to her own wide-ranging style that encompasses from the very classical to the very modern.
Lili Fine Jewellery prides itself on working with clients to achieve something they are truly happy with. As a small company in a relatively small town they can devote the required time and effort to make sure your jewellery is exactly what you want and made to 'last a lifetime'.
Market Square is truly Geelong's Own. Opening in 1985, Market Square is Geelong's original shopping centre offering over 70 fashion, health & beauty, food, services, electronics and homewares retailers. We are open 7 days a week for your shopping convenience.
Market Square provides the cheapest and easiest CBD parking, with over 600 easy to access car parks, including disability and parent's with prams spaces. It's only $1 for up to 2 hours of parking!
Market Square provides shoppers with an easy to navigate Centre with a relaxing food court located on Level 1, free children's activities every school holidays and quality, local cafés have made Market Square the café precinct of the CBD. Geelong's best coffees (as voted by Geelong) are at Lavish Café, where you can sit and enjoy the ultimate coffee experience.
Market Square provides a wide range of services, such as Australia Post, Medicare, Centrelink, many of the banks as well as oriental massage, American nails, STA and Harvey World Travel to name just a few.
Other retailers include JB HiFi, Harris Scarfe, Best & Less, Cotton On, Cotton On Body, Salted Starfish (Cotton On Kids), Witchery, Sportgirl, Forever New, Tonia T, Man To Man, Duff's the Jeweller, Dymock's Bookstore & Novo Shoes are just some of the dozens of quality retailers to enjoyat Market Square.
A Visitor Information Booth is located on the ground floor at the Moorabool Street entrance. The friendly staff can provide Information on local Geelong attractions, events and answer any of your other questions.
Parents rooms are located on the ground floor and level one with changing facilities, private feeding rooms, microwave and nappy dispensers available for parents during shopping hours.
See the website for a list of all stores and what's happening.
McKenzie Ebbels Foodstore features Athelstane produce, Athelstane meals to go and local produce such as olives and oils, cheese, honey and condiments.
As well as fresh and dried pastas with sauces, calendar cheese, Ben and Jerry's ice cream, a selection of regional wines, La Madre organic breads, laurent breads and pastries, Riedel glassware, books for cooks, Jocks ice cream Lavazza Rainforest Alliance coffee, T2 teas, zero teapots, serious objects of desire such as Kitchen Aid mixers and much much more.
Metropolis Gallery has an impressive range of paintings, limited edition prints, art glass and jewellery and presents an exciting calendar of exhibitions that can be previewed on the website.
As well as works by contemporary and indigenous Australian painters including some of the Geelong region's foremost artists, Metropolis exhibits limited edition prints by top Australian printmakers including Jazmina Cininas, Robert Clinch, Graham Fransella, David Frazer, Nicolas and Madeleine Goodwolf, Deborah Klein, Damon Kowarsky, Adrian Lockhart, Marco Luccio, Vida Pearson, Deborah Williams and Joel Wolter.
Metropolis Gallery presents Indigenous Art in association with several important Aboriginal Art Centres including Papunya Tula Artists and Ngurratjuta Many Hands Art Centre, and Collectors Shows that feature significant, smaller works by major Australian Artists.
Always attracting attention at Metropolis are works by glass artists Philip Stokes, Amanda Louden, Brian Hurst, James McMurtrie and Keith Rowe, and a unique selection of designer jewellery is also helpful for those looking for a special gift.
If you're visiting the Bellarine Peninsula and the Great Ocean Road, Metropolis Gallery is well situated in central Geelong with convenient street parking out front in Ryrie Street.
Narana Creations is an Australian Aboriginal cultural tourism and educational enterprise, which is committed to providing a welcome entree to today's indigenous culture. Visitors can experience exhilarating cultural demonstrations, amazing didgeridoo playing and try 'hands-on' boomerang throwing. Also available for purchase is genuine Aboriginal art and craft of the highest quality.
Gallery and showroom, retailing and wholesaling of in-house designed unique and exotic furniture, architectural pieces, homewares, antiques and bohemian antiques. Including in-house import and export of exotic and unique pieces. Plus a large range of folk art, artifacts and curios, together with local and original artworks.
The gallery has over 25 years experience in the design, production and distribution of their in-house products locally, nationally and internationally. Innovative, inspiring, living pieces.
In addition to supplying a wide section of local and international clients, gallery clients have also included architects, interior designers, project builders, film producers and advertising agencies who have sought out that special and unique "stand out" piece. Whether it be, a brass and iron table crafted from ancient doors, huge carved double doors salvaged from a remote Indian fort, an ancient hand-carved Tibetan cabinet, an intricately carved and inlaid Indian palace sideboard or a centuries old hand-crafted, hand-painted temple from Kashmir, ONE5ONE Gallery specialise in the creation and import of unique, in-house products...
Redox Jewellery Studio is a contemporary jewellery and object gallery that features uniquely designed handcrafted pieces by talented Australian jewellers.
The Studio also specialises in bespoke one-off commissioned pieces for all special occasions.
A range of jewellery making classes for all skill levels is available through the Studio.
Redox Jewellery Studio is owned and operated by jeweller Annie Broadway.
Strapper Surf Shops are based out of Torquay on the Surf coast in Victoria, Australia with Bells Beach and Winkipop surf breaks just down the road. Strapper Surf shops are also located in neighbouring towns Ocean Grove and Geelong.
The traditional image of a surfboard shaper with a surf shop out the front selling everything needed for surfers to go surfing is a well worn story that in fact is very rare and unique today. Strapper Surf started making Surfboards in the 60's and still today has its surfboard factory at the back of the main Strapper Surf store in Torquay. Strapper Surf sells all major surf brands and products.
In Torquay where Rip Curl, Quiksilver and Oakley Australia were started, in a town that is the centre of "Corporate Surf" Strapper are the only "Surf Shop" making boards out the back, selling all the brands and products a surfer needs. Strapper Surf is "The Surfers Shop".
The Mill Markets business model was devised in 2002 by Ian Ballis, the Managing Director, with the original site being the former Federal Woollen Mill in Mackey Street North Geelong. This is now open daily as a wholesale warehouse and arts industry estate from 10am to 4pm
The simple concept of leasing space to hundreds of antique, collectable and second hand dealers, allows small business operators, hobbyists, collectors, artists or community groups who otherwise could not afford the overheads of their own shops to showcase their goods.
This is exciting for customers who, upon arrival, are amazed that they can treasure hunt for hours through a diverse range of wares, seven days a week.
In the heart of Torquay, by the sea, you'll find The Room Inside, an intimate boutique gift shop with a touch of romance. Owner Kerri Mellross takes great pride in sourcing unique pieces locally and from overseas, some with a French influence.
There are gifts for every occasion and for every person. From a variety of reasonably priced scented candles, body-care lines and soaps, to the sparkling delights of the Swarowski crystal jewellery collection, treat yourself or someone special to a thoughtful gift from The Room Inside.
Tigerfish Torquay is what happens when a designer, who surfs, decides to open an art gallery.
Tigerfish Torquay has an interesting little gallery and surf shop. Art is the key ingredient at Tigerfish and what sets it apart from every other surf shop. It is for those who like quality, original, limited-edition, carefully designed or handmade items that are worth a second look. Featuring works of art, surf boards, clothing, silver work, surf movies and other cool stuff.
Tigerfish is hard to define. Take a look. Get inspired.
Tiny Trinkets specialises in hand made jewellery, Aussie souvenirs, sun catchers, lead lighting as well as other gift ware and novelty items crafted in their studio.
To create your own designs, Tiny Trinkets stocks Crystals, Beads, Pewter and 18k Gold Plated Pewter, Pearls, Gemstones, Findings & Other Accessories
Tiny Trinkets has 3000 products available to view online via their website. Special Requests are Welcome!
Torquay Beach Club is a Geelong based company with 16 stores around the Victorian coast, from Warrnambool to Sorrento.
Beach Club is proud to have built a customer base that enjoys quality, comfort & classic fashion. They are conscious of using natural fibres such as cotton & linens. Easy to wear & easy to care for garments.
Torquay Beach Club's look is relaxed but stylish, café style appeal.
Beach Club is unique, as they produce ranges that are exclusive to them; they proudly brand these 'Beach Club'. These ranges vary from season to season but for winter they include cotton knitwear and a great selection of 'must have' items. Please go to the 'buy on line' selection in the web site.
Beach Club also carry specially selected product from labels such as Jump, Tommy Hilfiger, Aero, Jag and selected stores Mesop and many more, plus a wonderful selection of scarves and jewellery.
Torquay Books, in just six years, has become the "destination" bookshop on the Surf Coast.
Owned and managed by Rosemary Featherston, the bookshop offers a comprehensive range of titles and the best personal customer service.
Torquay Books are proudly independent and take pride in their ability to meet your literary needs.
With a background in teaching and school libraries, Rosemary has worked in the book industry for more than 20 years.
Staff members are dedicated and knowledgeable and Torquay Books is proud to be a member of Leading Edge Booksellers.
The extensive range includes general fiction and non-fiction, Australiana, biography, business, crime, cooking, gardening, history, travel and sport in particular surfing and much more.
There is a dedicated children's section, backed up with a range of games and educational toys.
In fact, we are sure that somewhere on our shelves there is something to suit anyone.
Their access to an army of distributors, including overseas connections, allows you to avoid the uncertainties of purchasing on-line.
If the book you want is not already on the shelves, Torquay Books will try to get it for you as swiftly as possible.
Torquay Books pride themselves on keeping up to date with the very latest releases.
Whatever your taste in books, one of their experienced and friendly staff members will be able to make recommendations to suit your needs.
As an independent business owned and operated by locals for locals, as well as for the many visitors to the Surf Coast, Torquay Books support local authors and stock their titles wherever possible.
Torquay Books arrange book signings and events and its Literary Lunches are legendary.
Torquay Books also supplies to primary and secondary schools in the region and can fill corporate needs as well.
Spanning in excess of 5,300 square metres and with 30 plus stores, Torquay Central is home to many of Australia's leading fashion brands including Just Jeans, Portmans, Witchery, Witchery Man, Jacqui E, Diana Ferrari, Cotton On, Dotti and many more.
In addition to these leading fashion brands Torquay Central offers a unique mix of specialty and homewares stores including Smiggle, Florentine Eyewear, Celebrations Central, Matchbox, Adairs, Villa & Hut and Provincial Home Living.
To complement the shopping experience, relax at Endota Spa, work out at Jetts 24 Hour Fitness, enjoy a glass of wine and read a book at Book Cellars (a licensed coffee lounge inside a specialty book shop) or grab a coffee and something to eat at The Coffee Club, Villa and Hut or Genki Japanese.
Located in Torquay on the Surfcoast, at the beginning of the Great Ocean Road, Torquay Tackle & Sports is your local provider of fishing tackle, bait, rods, reels, diving and boating equipment.
With many places to go surf fishing, river fishing and boat fishing around the region the Surfcoast offers some diverse fishing. Come in and see the fantastic range of gear, and chat to one of the friendly staff about fishing in the region.
Major brands are stocked such as:
- Okuma
- Rapala
- Abu Garcia
- Shogun Tackle
- Mercury Marine
- Land & Sea Sports
- Gotcha Bait & Burley
Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre is conveniently located between Geelong and the Surf Coast and is home to over 80 stores, located all on one level including retail giants Target, Coles, Woolworths, Priceline, The Reject Shop and Dick Smith Electronics.
The Centre is open seven days a week with Target Waurn Ponds now trading Monday to Friday 9am to 9pm. The Centre also boasts 1200 free all day car spaces, including disabled car parking near key Centre entrances.
Young families can feel right at home in the dedicated Parents Room complete with private feeding booths, enclosed play area, change tables & wash basin. What's more, the Centre is also features an 8-screen Reading Cinema complex with stadium style seating, wall to wall screens, and digital sound, to enjoy the latest blockbusters in luxury armchair comfort. From fashion, accessories, technology solutions, homewares, giftware, hair & beauty salons, everyday services, cafes/restaurants and fresh food galore - we have all your essential family needs covered under one roof!
For a full list of retail stores check out the "Our Stores" section within the Centre's website.
Located in the heart of Geelong, Westfield offers a great shopping experience for the whole family;
- Your favourite department stores including; Myer, Target, Big W and Coles Supermarket plus over 160 specialty stores.
- Great range of cafes, restaurants, food court and fresh food.
- Friendly Concierge team who can help with directions, mobility services, taxi bookings and lost property.
- Free WiFi located on The Bridge on Level 1.
- Fun kids Playworld and conveniently located parents rooms.
- Secure car parking spaces to make shopping stress free.