Anglesea's Natural Environment Photo Gallery

Austral Grass-tree - Xanthorrhoea australis

The Austral Grass-tree is the most commonly seen Xanthorrhoea growing around Anglesea. Its fire blackened trunk can grow up to 3 meters tall and is often branched. Its Koorie name is Bukkup or Kawee.

In grass trees the cross section shape of a leaf is an important feature in the initial identification of the species of Xanthorrhoea.

In the case of the Austral Grass-tree, the cross section of the leaf is roughly diamond shaped. The foliage is a bluish green (glaucous).

The Austral Grass-tree is not often seen in bloom. It is a species that relies on fire to stimulate its reproductive cycle.

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Anglesea Kangaroos

Eastern Grey Kangaroo - Macropus giganteus

As residents or visitors to Anglesea, we are very fortunate to be surrounded by beautiful bushland with abundant native wildlife. Anglesea is famous for its kangaroos which can be observed grazing peacefully on the Anglesea Golf Course.

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2002 Angair Wildflower & Art Show

21 & 22 September 2002

These are a collection of photographs of the wildlife display prepared and presented by Mr Mike Traynor. The ANGAIR Wildflower & Art display was held 21 & 22 September 2002

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2002 Angair Wild Flower & Art Show

Wildflower Display 21 & 22 September 2002

Each September, ANGAIR holds a Wildflower and Art Show in the Memorial Hall, McMillan Street, Anglesea. The Show attracts visitors from all over Australia as the Anglesea heathlands are of international significance. The proceeds of the Show are used for land conservation purposes.

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Saving the New Holland Mouse

Anglesea, 29 April 2003

The New Holland Mouse is very small, quite cute and very vunerable. In fact, it is four steps away from extinction. To prevent this from happening, fire is now being used to ensure their survival. Anglesea is one of only four locations in Victoria were the rare little marsupial is found. The other locations are Wilson Promontory, Loch Sport and Providence Ponds.

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Surf Coast Walk Photo Gallery

The Surf Coast Walk is a relatively short walk, covering just under 30 kilometers. Starting at Jan Juc, it passes through Bells Beach, Point Addis, Anglesea, Split Point Lighthouse, Aireys Inlet and ends at Moggs Creek. Anglesea is a good midpoint stop over for either a coffee and food or accommodation. The coastal scenery is spectacular and if you don't believe me visit the Surf Coast Walk coastal gallery

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Remembering the Otway Ash Wednesday Bushfire 1983

Wednesday, 16th February 1983

Deans Marsh, Lorne, Fairhaven, Aireys Inlet, Anglesea

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