Great Ocean Road
On a pastoral stretch of the Great Ocean Road is this rustic farm cafe constructed from shipping containers and reclaimed timber. Much of the menu is grown on its farm or sourced from the area. As well as tasty breakfasts, there are wood-fired pizzas, coffee from Birregurra, ice cream from Timboon and plenty of local wines and beers.
Kids will love it, too, with the opportunity to explore the farm and pat the animals.
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Australian National Surfing Museum
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