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Discover Our Shire

Experience the diversity and splendour of Glenelg Shire. Nestled in Victoria’s South West corner, Glenelg is an essential stop in the region known as the Discovery Coast.

Whether you seek adventure, trade, or a little solitude... Glenelg Shire welcomes you.

Events Glenelg

Planning an event may require an event permit, this applies to all council-managed land and/or properties and may also apply to some Events held on private land.

Here you can access Tools, Permits, and Guidelines that may help you in planning your event.

Arts and Culture

The annual Arts and Culture Program features a diverse variety of touring performances, exhibitions, and more, which are selected to cater to a range of interests in the community.

Business and Industry

Glenelg Shire is a perfect place to live, work and invest. Discover more about the opportunities in our Shire here.

Tourism

You don’t find yourself in Glenelg by accident.

You find it with a purpose; with the intent of ditching the urban rush and finding solace in untouched nothingness.

Parks, Playgrounds, Pools and Reserves

Explore some of our beautiful Parks and Playgrounds to plan a visit. We have a wide variety of sports facilities as well as camping sites.

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Contact Us

Glenelg Shire Council
71 Cliff Street St
Portland, Vic 3305 

Postal Address

P.O. Box 152,
Portland, Vic 3305

Phone
1300GLENELG (1300 453 635)

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