The Lobster Pot

15/04/2026

If you are interested in contributing to Geelong Council's Plan for Nature strategy, tonight is a great opportunity to become better informed.
Let's make our voices heard!

11/04/2026

11/04/2026

Barwon Coast Discovery Centre...ready to be discovered!

02/04/2026

Lots to see, do and learn!
Gold coin donation.

28/02/2026

The Discovery Centre is opened today 1 to 4pm.
Come on down and immerse yourself in a calm and restorative space, learn about the local environment and history, perhaps stay for a while, colour in, draw our specimens, or search through some amazing old photos.
Very Zen.
Entrance by cash donation.

03/02/2026

Record number of visitors over the summer break!
Our dedicated team of volunteers make this happen, and help spread the joy and wonder, that is Barwon Coast.

Back to normal opening times
Sunday 1 to 4pm.
Jetty Road Barwon Heads

21/01/2026

Due to forecasted hot weather on Saturday, 24th, the centre will be closed.

17/01/2026

Opened today 1 to 4pm.

05/01/2026

Wednesday, 7th January: Closure due to extreme hot weather.
Keep cool everyone!

02/01/2026

Barwon Coast Discovery Centre now reopening for summer - Saturdays, Sundays & Wednesdays 1 to 4pm
Admission -gold coin donation
The Lobster Pot
Jetty Road, Barwon Heads.
Explore marine life, local flora & fauna, shipwreck history and discover the region's hidden treasures. Kids activities.