Australia's unique and weird-looking Great Spider Crabs have captured the imagination of locals and tourists alike...
Tag: Port Phillip Bay
Twenty two shades of sea slugs
All human activities impact the natural environment of Antarctica, but leisure activities have much less potential to benefit Antarctica than those related to science and scientific discovery...
Looking back on Day by the Bay 2019
As summer drew to a close on March 23 we celebrated all things bayside and beautiful with our second Day by the Bay festival....
The melodic seaside sounds and heartfelt community atmosphere of Day by the Bay Mornington
On Saturday 23 February, Mornington locals and visitors were treated to a one-of-a-kind seaside experience...
Perimetre walk
We swing off our distancing tack and head for Mud Islands, over water less than one metre deep. It’s strange to feel all at sea, but know you could jump overboard and still stand with your head above water...
When Time Stops: A Day Aboard Polperro
Watching dolphins from the shore is an incredible gift, but experiencing time together with them in the water is something else all together...
Toadfish: Getting a Bad Rap?
During my many dives and snorkels in Port Phillip Bay, I have always enjoyed coming across toadfish (Tetractenos glaber) – their curious demeanour along with their big eyes and upturned ‘smiling’ face have always made them a delight to encounter...
The Giant Spider Crab Migration: an annual Melbourne spectacular
Did you know that Melbourne has a migration of its own in its underwater backyard? Giant spider crabs (Leptomithrax gaimardii) put on a show every winter in Port Phillip Bay...
Flinders Pier
Just over an hour’s drive south from Melbourne with an easily accessible car park positioned right of the pier, Flinders Pier is perfect for a day trip...
Portsea Pier
Shallow sea grass beds and kelp gardens on the west side of the pier are accessible to snorkellers, but with depths getting to 5 metres towards...