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Winchelsea Community Market Expands with Winter Indoor Events
Winchelsea Community Market is pleased to announce a series of indoor market dates at the Winchelsea Leisure Time Centre.
Market Update
Over the coming months, the market will be trialling a number of exciting initiatives to support increased business for you and encourage increased community connection and visitation.
Community Market Creates Local Jobs and Strengthens the Economy
The recent Winchelsea Community Market has once again shown how local events play a vital role in supporting small businesses, building community connections, and boosting the local economy.
Plans Underway to Boost Winchelsea’s Presence in 2026 Surf Coast Arts Trail
Following the 2025 Surf Coast Arts Trail, local artists and community members are already looking ahead to an even bigger and more vibrant event in 2026.
Call to Action: Let’s Make the Most of the New Bus Subsidy Program
Growing Winchelsea is calling on local groups and residents to join forces and plan a calendar of outings that maximises this funding and strengthens community connection.
Call for Families and Community Groups to Join “Twinkle Trees on Main”
The festive season is fast approaching, and the Winchelsea community is gearing up to make Main Street sparkle with Twinkle Trees on Main, proudly supported by Community Bank Winchelsea & District.
The Elves Are Coming to Winchelsea!
Growing Winchelsea Inc. is calling on local businesses to be part of the festive fun and join the Winchelsea Christmas Elf Trail, running from 8–21 December 2025.
Annual General Meeting 2025
Growing Winchelsea Inc. invites all residents, community members, and local business people to attend its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Monday 10 November 2025 at 7:00 PM at Shire Hall, Winchelsea.
Community Groups Unite to Tackle Transport Challenges in Winchelsea
Representatives from Winchelsea Probus, Lions, Men’s Shed, Growing Winchelsea, Winchelsea Star, and the Surf Coast Shire met to discuss ways to assist the community following the removal of local bus services.
Be Part of the Magic: Christmas in Winchelsea 2025
Businesses, individuals and organisations that join as sponsors or prize partners will enjoy benefits beyond recognition.
Tender Call: Coordination Services for Christmas in Winchelsea 2025
Growing Winchelsea Inc. invites individuals or organisations to put forward an Expression of Interest for Coordination of Christmas in Winchelsea 2025.
Christmas Calendar
See what’s planned when for this Christmas in Winchelsea!
Community Bank Funding Brings “Twinkle Trees on Main” to Life in Winchelsea
Winchelsea’s Christmas celebrations will shine even brighter this year, thanks to the generous financial support of Community Bank Winchelsea & District.
Winchelsea’s Future Events – Shaped by the Community
The energy and ideas from Winchelsea’s recent community forum have now been captured
in a brand-new summary document — and the future is looking exciting!
Save the Date – Carols by the Barwon
Carols by the Barwon will return to the picturesque banks of the Barwon River on Saturday 6 December 2025 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Future Events 4 Tourism Forum
The Future Events 4 Winchelsea forum brought fresh energy and inspiration to the Winchelsea community, with a powerful line-up of guest speakers.
One week to go: Be a part of Future Events 4 Tourism Forum
Want to see Winchelsea buzzing with exciting events, thriving tourism, and more visitors discovering our charming town and rural hinterland area?
Winchelsea Hosts Health & Wellness Expo
Winchelsea is set to host a Health & Wellness Expo showcasing local health professionals and services
Your Community Market: A Launchpad for Local Business and Connection
We invite you to join us at our next market on Sunday, 3 August 2025. Be part of something local, welcoming, and inspiring.
Co-working Conversations Spark Local Business Opportunities and Strategic Alliances
Take up the opportunity to come to the Winchelsea Shire Hall Co-working Space each Monday 9.30 to 2pm
Winchelsea Community Gathers to Shape the Town’s Future
Residents gathered at the Winchelsea Senior Citizens Centre for a community forum focused on shaping the future of their town.
Future Events 4 Winchelsea – Have Your Say!
The Winchelsea Forum is inviting community members to help shape the future of local events.
Windfall Gains Tax – Important information for landowners
Representatives of the State Revenue Office spoke in detail about the Windfall Gains Tax introduced on 1 July 2023 in Victoria.
A hands up for Amphitheatre
At Monday’s community forum there was unanimous support to push forward with the Riverside Amphitheatre concept.





















