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Popular Things To Do | Miscellaneous Things To Do Tips | All Tips (28) Not quite in Lorne, but on the way along the Great Ocean Road lies the village of Jan Juc. The name was thought to be of Aboriginal origin to which several meanings have been ascribed: milk, goose, or ironbark.
Our friend Jurek, an avid surfer, brought us here because Jan Juc beach is one of the best surfing beaches along the coast of Great Ocean Road, and the view is simply spectacular.
The pic shows the Bird Rock, didn't see any birds on it though, perhaps once upon a time. Leave a Comment Directions: Immediately west of TorquayWebsite: http://www.janjucsurfclub.com.au
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This reserve land was gazetted in 1882 and named Queens Park in honour of Queen Victoria. The Park is rich in native flora and fauna, and a good place for bird watching. Kookaburras, king parrots, sulphur-crested cuckatoos are just a few examples. Teddy's Lookout, the scenic viewpoint above the St. George River and Great Ocean Road is also part of the park.
Saw this on the information board:
Take time and take care of the environment,
Be aware of the beauty of Lorne,
Help preserve its wild flowers, trees and native animals.
The areas you visit, the sceneries you enjoy,
The friendship you have established,
Will be sustained by the memory of the ocean and country landscapes. Leave a Comment Address: Armitage Street
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The Great Ocean Road represents alot of things to Australians... determination, hard work, and memories. In particular, the road was built to memorialize the heroic actions of Anzacs in World War I. As the work became completed, a toll was implemented on the road, and at the beginning of the toll portion was a memorial arch, "Returned Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Great Ocean Road".
Throughout the changes of the road and the years, it was determined that this arch was actually too small because of vehicle advancements, and there was a dispute over whether the memorial should be removed or replaced. After months of discussion, a truck actually lost control, smashed into it, and brought it down. Although it was rebuilt to more acceptable specifications, a fire burned the second one down! Yet again, it was rebuilt and stands still today around the "Eastern View" portion of the road, very close to Lorne.
Enjoy your drive, and at some point, please do remember those who lost their lives in World War I, as well as the dedicated soldiers that returned and built this wonderful memorial! Leave a Comment Website: http://www.greatoceanroad.org/history/memorials/index.asp
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Walk the foreshore cliff walk to Lorne Pier, where they bring in the boats as well as the fish! This is a popular spot for fishing, seafood, and a lovely scenic views over Lorne. Leave a Comment Address: Mountjoy Parade
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