The foreshore and beaches at Portarlington are Crown Land and fall under the care, control, planning and management of Bellarine Bayside Coastal Management.

Bellarine Bayside was appointed by the Victorian Government and manages the 17km of foreshore from Point Richards in Portarlington to the southern edge of St Leonards township.  Bellarine Bayside is a public entity and committee members are appointed for a term of three years.  

Bellarine Bayside has many staff comprised of coastal planners, conservation officers, holiday park caretakers, grounds and administration staff who preserve and protect the natural coastal environment while ensuring the local community and visitors have access to quality parks, reserves and facilities.

For all matters relevant to the foreshore and beaches contact Bellarine Bayside at 2 Sproat Street, Portarlington Vic 3223

Phone:                          (03) 5254 4000
Free Call:                     1800 222 778

Reception Hours:         9am to 5:30pm every day

Admin Office Hours:     9am to 5pm Monday to Friday

For 24 hour service and to notify park management or security staff phone 5254 4011