Includes index. In addition to the natural and cultural history there is a surfer's guide to 65 beaches and detailed track notes for 127 walks including the Great Ocean Walk; plus information on 50 cities, towns and villages. The Great Ocean Road region - the southwest coastline of Victoria - is simply extraordinary. This book unlocks the sights, activities and background context for visitors and locals - using maps, pictures and words. It is for everyone who is interested in exploring and learning about the region from Geelong to Portland. Sustainability depends first on knowledge, second on discerning customers and communities, and third on responsible businesses. This book features a number of businesses that are responding to the challenge, and: details on hundreds of accessible sights -- maps and information on over 50 sustainable activities including beach and surf guides, walking track notes, national parks and reserves and over 50 cities, towns and villages with more than 60 heritage sites -- fascinating background context including environmental issues, Aboriginal and European heritage, geology, ecosystems, flora and fauna.